LORNE – HERE AND THERELast week the Coronavirus was at front and centre of this blog and unfortunately it looks like being so for some time yet. I also spoke about interpretations and how various people put different meaning to different phrases and wanted to clarify MY interpretation of local. We have just over 1,100 permanent resident locals occupying approximately 24% of our residential dwellings and a … Continue Reading »
PREMIUM PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Responding to the ever-increasing market Great Ocean Road Real Estate has superb offerings in Apollo Bay, Marengo, Skenes Creek and surrounds we present:
40 SCENIC DRIVE, APOLLO BAY
Looking for a sustainable family living on a grand scale? This property is spacious & well designed with thoughtful attention to the small & intricate details throughout, with a strong focus … Continue Reading »
This weekend will see Aireys Inlet come alive for the Aireys Inlet Open Mic Music Festival. Now in its 13th year, the festival will see 140 acts on 9 stages across 3 days.
The festival provides a fantastic opportunity for up and coming
musicians as well as established acts to perform to large crowds with
professional … Continue Reading »
LORNE – HERE AND THERE
A big weekend coming up in Lorne with multiple venues hosting live music, fishing competitions and food and wine from some of the best venues out of metropolitan Melbourne. Visitor numbers to town have remained constant in Lorne with our local and interstate holiday makers taking advantage of “holidaying at home”. Coronavirus scares has certainly halted the procession … Continue Reading »
We often
get questioned in real estate about specific dealings in negotiations and
transactions, questions about what is legally, ethically and morally right and
wrong. The simple answer is that there are clear guidelines we are required to
follow, we learn these in order to receive our accreditation, initially ‘agents
representative certificate’ and then after years of actual experience in the industry,
the next higher level which is ‘licensed estate agent’. The latter is … Continue Reading »
Whilst the weather hasn’t exactly been traditional February beach weather, nothing could dampen the spirits of the crowds of locals and visitors alike in attendance at the annual Apollo Bay Seafood Festival last weekend.
Kicking off on Friday night with the Sold Out ‘Ocean to Plate’ Gala Dinner, hosted by Peruvian Chef Alejandro Saravia (Pastuso, Farmers Daughters) followed by the ‘Harbour Day’ on Saturday, a roaring success as can be seen in … Continue Reading »
Today is the 14th of February, which as most of you should know is also Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day, originated as a Christian feast day honouring one or two early saints named Valentinus. Valentine’s Day is recognised as a significant cultural, religious, and … Continue Reading »
LORNE – HERE AND THERE
Its great to be able to take a deep breath, slow down “just a smidge” and reflect on the January period that was. In talking with other traders and accommodation providers along Mountjoy Parade, there appears to be mixed messages as to how the busiest month of summer panned out. The constant was that the Boxing Day to … Continue Reading »
Without fail every year, when everyone leaves the coast from
summer holidays, we have a burst of super-hot weather. I always feel so sad for
kids heading to back to school on a 40-degree day! I did thoroughly enjoy going
for a swim last night after work, jumping in that divine water swimming until
after 8pm seems like such a special treat!
The Anglesea property market is also … Continue Reading »
2020 MILFORD BEACH ESTATE LAND RELEASE These elevated panoramic ocean view allotments are only 600m walk to the beautiful golden sands of Apollo Bay and only a short walk to the heart of Apollo Bay Village. This in ground serviced subdivision is nestled peacefully in a slightly … Continue Reading »