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WINTER 2011
in this issue
Introducing Sekisui House
HomeLinx security tips
The Piazza’s newest retailers
Eclektic’s Sorrento studio
Sea eagles’ nest crashes
Meet author Lynne Burke
Join a club
Johnno’s column
The Waterfront social scene
The Piazza special offers
New project update
The Waterfront activity calendar
Home business snapshot
A celebration of food,
wine, colour and dance
Perfect weather, a new stage,
more cars and bikes than ever
on display and entertainers
galore filled the day from start
to finish at The Waterfront’s
Italian Festa on March 13.
So big was the third annual
event that it spilled beyond The
Piazza. Always a hit, the classic
car display was more popular
than ever, with the addition of a
V8 Show Car.
New to the live stage
entertainment
were
local
duo “Muddy Sky” and the
spectacular “Las Castanuelas”,
a troupe of flamenco dancers,
including the daughter of
Waterfront
resident
Frank
Salerno. Another first-time
act was the “In Rhythm Dance
Company”, led by former
professional
dancer
Chris
Woods. The kids transfixed the
audience with amazing dance
routines and, considering their
youth, were highly professional
and a credit to Chris, his team
and the performers’ parents.
Notable repeat stars from
last year included singer Alex
Ford, supported by his father,
Craig on the sound system and
NEW!
local resident Talia Di Julio with
her new band “Mantlepiece”.
Raffle ticket sellers mingled
through the crowd all day, raising
money for the Christchurch
earthquake appeal. A fantastic
$1,000 was raised, with prizes
generously donated by The
Piazza’s traders, Concerto,
Baiboon Thai, Travis George
and Cucina Viscontini.
Festa exhibitors included
Hunter Valley wine importers,
whose wares were a perfect
match to the Italian cuisine
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and
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Among
the
gastronomic highlights was
the Limoncello stand, with its
Limoncello ice-cream starting
a new love affair with all who
discovered this Mediterranean
flavour sensation.
On behalf of sponsor
Sekisui House, sales manager
Paul Wainwright closed the
proceedings on a day that will
be hard to top in the summer
of 2012. But the organisers
promise that they will try.
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Mon – Fri: 9am – 7pm, Sat: 9am – 5pm
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Ph: 9739 9675
Now Open
in The Piazza
Mon – Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: 10am – 2pm
Ph: 9648 2292
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note from the
editor
Introducing
Sekisui House
The Waterfront’s developer, Sekisui House, is deeply
committed to creating living spaces that are in
harmony with their immediate natural environments.
Established in 1960, Sekisui
House had built more than
two million homes worldwide
by 2010. A multitude of
awards for innovation, quality
and
sustainability
reflect
our reputation as one of
Japan’s most respected home
builders and developers of
contemporary
communities.
In Australia, Sekisui House
has projects underway now in
Queensland, New South Wales
and Victoria.
From home building, to
house and land packages, to
apartment
developments,
Sekisui House offers a range of
dwelling types built specifically
for Australians and designed for
the Australian environment that
reflect a desire for positive and
comfortable living spaces and
communities.
Sekisui House approaches
community development with
an equal regard for the natural
and
man-made
elements.
From planning and design
to materials selection, our
@IAMTHENEWSYDNEY
projects, such as those coming
to The Waterfront, value and
respect their surroundings and
within them, create vibrant
and enriching places for future
generations to live.
Sekisui
House
has
a
unique approach to nurturing
microclimates and in doing so,
enhances sensory experiences
for
residents.
Maintaining
biodiversity
and
natural
ecosystems is addressed with
proprietary design processes,
such as the Gohon no ki or “five
trees” design principle. Gohon
no ki maintains the crucial link to
biodiversity that significant revegetation brings to residential
development. Since introduced
as a key design component in
2001, Sekisui House has planted
more than seven million trees
throughout its developments.
Leading examples of our
design philosophies will be
present in the upcoming release
at The Waterfront, ‘Alora’. For
example, its courtyard will be
the largest of The Waterfront
properties. Particular attention
has been given to the colour,
size and species of trees for their
role in providing visual contrast,
privacy and attraction of birdlife
to the space. Rather than just as
a central feature, a water theme
will be woven into the entire
landscape to achieve tranquil
appeal to enhance the journey
through the space.
Since January, Sekisui House
has given away four iPads and
150 subscriptions to Better
Homes & Gardens. For your
chance to win and for updates about our developments,
housing and investment opportunities, join us on Twitter
@SekisuiHouseAU, on Facebook, at Sekisui House Australia,
or visit www.sekisuihouse.com.au
Follow Sekisui House
The Sekisui House website features all of our Australian projects, with The Waterfront highlighted as one of our proudest
residential communities.
After an active summer at The
Waterfront, we’re moving into the
season where the mood turns to
good food.
Be sure to book a table soon for
Dining Under the Stars, the newest
gourmet attraction at The Piazza,
where you can sample all the local
restaurants’ menus under the
candle-lit marquee.
Venture outdoors for al fresco
eating of a different kind, at the
Friday night barbecues. Going
strong in the care of the Kayak
Club committee, the weekly
get-togethers help new residents
make lasting local connections and
friendships. Their new venue is the
lawn at the Function Centre.
Meanwhile, your Community
Central volunteers are working on
their next big event, Christmas in
July, to be held on Saturday 23rd.
Put the date in your diary and
watch for details online and in their
next newsletter.
Thanks to all who have
contributed news to this great
issue. Contact Village Talk at
communications@thewaterfront.
com.au with your ideas for the
next edition.
Until then,
Moonmoon Sahu
Editor
ONLINE
SAFETY TIPS
Family
ties
link The Piazza’s newest retailers
Web transactions save time, money and
effort, but convenient cyber banking and
online buying are not without risk. Here
are four quick tips from HomeLinx to help
prevent you from falling victim to fraud.
1. Check your session is secure
When undertaking any transaction involving
providing personal information online, check
that the session is secure. Two indicators can
confirm this. The first is the use of “https://” in the
URL box. The other is the presence of a digital
certificate represented by a padlock symbol.
2. Internet Banking
Always access internet banking by typing the
correct URL address directly into your browser.
Never click on a link to a ‘bank’ provided in an
email and never reply with personal details either
to the email or enter them into any website sent
to you. It’s common practice for online scammers
to replicate an entire web-page to look exactly
like your bank’s site.
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3. Free or Public Hotspots
Only use trusted internet connections for online
transactions. It’s possible for your internet or
WiFi hotspot provider to record information
accessed, including your personal information
and passwords. Please note that The Piazza
hotspot for HomeLinx subscribers is secure for
this purpose.
4. PC security
Use up-to-date anti-virus software and a personal
firewall. If your computer uses the Microsoft
Windows operating system it’s important to keep
it current via the Windows Update feature. If you
use another PC operating system or Apple Mac,
you should also check regularly for updates. Be
vigilant about security if you use internet cafes or
a computer that is not your own and over which
you have no control.
Two stores new to The Piazza
since March keep business all in
the family and wouldn’t have it
any other way.
Isis Seif owns and manages
Bethany Gift House, a specialty
shop with a biblical theme. Her
daughters and niece work in the
shop too. Isis’ son, pharmacist,
Matthew Seif, owns The Piazza
Pharmacy across the road,
with his sister Marian helping
out while she studies for her
pharmacy qualifications.
The Seifs were attracted by
the serenity of the location and
good wishes from the locals
has proved they made the right
decision.
“We chose The Piazza
because of the close-knit
community feeling that is so
obvious here. Besides being
close to home for us, there
is a relaxing and welcoming
feel, which we fell in love with
immediately,” said Isis.
“The residents have been
very supportive. We were
quickly introduced to the local
business owners. It’s great
to see the friendly faces on a
Saturday morning at the coffee
shops. We hope to serve the
surrounding community well.”
Being in easy reach of family
members who share retail
interest and experience makes
life easy for the Seif family.
“Working
with
family
definitely makes our days
more enjoyable. There’s always
someone to lend a hand or
keep you company. It lessens
the stress of everyday life to be
near family,” said Isis.
“The Waterfront setting
makes us look forward to
coming to work every day. It’s
free from the hustle and bustle
of city life.”
Visit Bethany Gift House
at Shop 2, 4 The Piazza,
Wentworth Point and
www.bethanygifthouse.com.au
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sea eagles must
start again
Lifestyle
Home-office bliss
for photography studio
But why Lifestyle?
Brian, a Wentworth Point resident,
explained how Lifestyle has helped
him balance life and work,
Lynne Burke is
Join Lifestyle’s exclusive member benefits
program in May and receive up to 2 additional
months FREE on your 2011-2012 membership!
For only $85, you could be one of
the 5,500 members who already
enjoy over $3,000 in discounts,
freebies and fantastic benefits to
events, facilities, restaurants and so
much more in and around Sydney
Olympic Park.
• $11 movie tickets (saving you
$7 on every ticket)
• A 20% saving on massage,
physiotherapy, podiatry and
other health and beauty services
This exclusive program is only
open to Wentworth Point and
Newington residents and those
who work within the Park,
identifying you as a VIP of Sydney
Olympic Park!
Last year, members received FREE
and discounted tickets to heaps of
events in the Park, including the
Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney
2011 Medibank International,
2011 Telstra Australian Swimming
Championships, NRL and AFL
matches at ANZ Stadium and Acer
Arena concerts including Usher,
Britney Spears, Andre Rieu and
Linkin Park just to name a few.
With your Lifestyle membership,
you have access to a vast range of
year-round benefits including:
• An ongoing 5% discount on
your groceries, petrol, liquor
and more with pre-purchased
Woolworths ‘Wish’ Gift Cards,
allowing you to save hundreds of
dollars throughout the year
• Over 15 mouth-watering
offers, including a 25% discount
at The Brewery and a FREE beer,
wine or soft drink when you dine
in at Ribs and Rumps
• Up to $150 off Aquatic Centre
Health Club swim and gym
memberships
adult pair had been seen
courting again, showing off
with
spectacular
spiralling
choreographed flights,” said
Peter Ridgeway, the Discovery
Centre Volunteer Coordinator.
“This gives us hope that the
eagles may build a new nest
nearby.”
The anticipation of watching
the Sea Eagles’ fresh start unfold
elsewhere in the habitat comes
at a time when Birds Australia
is seeking funding for more
powerful viewing equipment
so the eagles’ many admirers
can watch the birds’ daily
lives with even closer scrutiny,
such as zoom controls and live
streaming.
With the nest gone, the
organisation
faces
another
challenge
–
locating
the
replacement site, so it can remount the camera nearby.
The serenity, convenience and central
location of The Waterfront makes it the
perfect address for a home-run business.
For Sorrento residents, photographers
Tracy and Paul Mock, the abundance of
scenic backdrops available at their doorstep
is a bonus.
Tracy Mock and her husband Paul
started Eclektic Photography + Design ten
years ago. In 2009 when they moved to
The Waterfront, part of the attraction was
the ability to run their business from their
spacious apartment.
“We meet clients in our apartment, where
we have dedicated a room for our office and
studio,” said Tracy.
“A great advantage of running Eclektic
from The Waterfront is that we can take
visitors to The Piazza for coffee and do
photo shoots in the many local parks without
having to drive anywhere.”
Any business, no matter what size, can
benefit enormously from using the services
of a professional photographer. Tracy hopes
to eventually be considered for future work
by local residents who also work from home
and from The Waterfront’s retailers.
Meanwhile, in a perfect match of supply
and demand, Eclektic has collaborated with
The Piazza’s Travis George Hair Salon on a
special offer that includes a discounted hair
treatment ahead of a portrait shoot booked
with Eclektic (see box for details).
“We would love more opportunities to
partner with other home-based or small
At The Park
Regular offers
In February, the tree holding
the huge nest of Wentworth
Point’s famous Sea Eagles
family crashed to the ground
on a still, hot day, destroying
the birds’ metre-wide home.
The nest had been meticulously
built by generations of the birds
at Olympic Park over the past
15 years.
The devastating event was
captured live on the Birds
Australia EagleCam. No birds
were hurt in the incident, but
it appears the chicks have
deserted Olympic Park because
they have not been seen since
the tree fell.
The job now for Birds Australia, producers of EagleCam, as
well as local volunteers, is to keep
an even more vigilant watch on
the birds’ activities in the hope of
finding their new nest.
“Before the tree fell, the
And it doesn’t stop there.
“I think the Lifestyle
program is great! All the
benefits are local and
really useful. It is great
what you are doing for
the community…”
Register from 1 May 2011 and receive up to
2 months FREE on your Lifestyle membership.
Join online at www.lifestyleatthepark.com.au
or call the Lifestyle Concierge on 9714 7153.
Terms and conditions apply. Full membership and offer information is
available on the Lifestyle website. Offers are current as at April 2011
and are subject to change.
hooked on books
Lipari residents, author,
Lynne Burke and husband
Des McEvoy, celebrated their
first year at The Waterfront
in April. They downsized
from a large family home
and joined their daughter
and her partner who already
lived at the estate.
Members of Probus and Pulse Fitness Club, the
McEvoys frequent The Piazza’s shops and restaurants,
but it’s the Book Club that ranks highest on Lynne’s list
of attractions of living at The Waterfront.
A published author and bibliophile since childhood,
she was “hooked” from her first book club meeting.
“Our discussions are lively, as we all seem to be
ladies with definite opinions. But it’s all in good humour
and a lot of fun. Members are all ages and from all
“Birds
Australia
wants
to provide a better viewing
experience this year, but it’s the
eagles that control the action.
We have to wait to see when –
and where – they decide to start
re-building,” said Peter.
Visit Birds Australia online at
www.birdsaustralia.com.au
and check out the new
activities calendar.
End of an era
Watch how fifteen years of
meticulous nest engineering
is destroyed in a few seconds
as the tree crashes.
All the action is online, from
the February 8 footage:
www.birdsaustralia.com.au/
the-organisation/eaglecam.
html
businesses at The Waterfront, as it would be so
convenient for both them and us,” said Tracy.
Word has started to spread among residents
about their creative neighbours. Tracy and Paul
have recently photographed a few apartments
for sale on the request of vendors. Wedding
photography is a speciality of their studio and
Eclektic was commissioned to shoot its first
Waterfront wedding in April.
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portrait package
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To introduce Eclektic Photography + Design to
Village Talk readers, Tracy and Paul are offering a
limited discounted portrait package consisting of:
• One-hour portrait session
• Five matted 8x10” Art Prints
• One 12x16” Canvas
• Six wallet prints
• $30 Travis George Hair voucher
Total Package Value $760
Book before 31st July 2011 for just $430.
Phone 8061 6674 or 0416 205 982 to book your session.
Visit www.eclektic.com.au to view our stunning portfolio.
walks of life, so differing opinions are important to us
all,” said Lynne.
“Since joining I’ve read books I would never
otherwise have contemplated, which has broadened
my thinking. We never cease to learn and this is a very
pleasant and easy way to keep the brain cells active.”
Lynne says the Book Club, which is for ladies only,
is a great way to meet people from the community.
“For those who have come to the Waterfront from
other countries, don’t be shy,” she says.
“This is a great group of ladies and we welcome
everyone’s thoughts and discussion.”
The Waterfront’s Book Club titles
and meeting dates are online at
www.wentworthpointcommunity.org
Lynne’s website, featuring her recently
published novel, In Small Measures,
is www.lynneburke.com
The Waterfront resident, author Lynne Burke
(above left); right, the jacket of her new
novel, ‘In Small Measures
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community central
Find details of all these clubs and groups and their latest news at:
www.wentworthpointcommunity.org
Aquaerobics
Aquaerobics can improve your
fitness for the rest of your life. You
don’t need any special knowledge,
you don’t have to be coordinated
or have any special skills, and you
don’t even need to be able to swim.
$10 per class or 10 classes for $80.
Tuesday and Saturday at 9am in
Pulse Pool.
Contact: Janelle Ippolito at
[email protected]
The Waterfront
Bocce Club
The Waterfront Bocce Club is
a friendly but competitive club
with a focus on fellowship and
encouraging active participation.
We provide The Waterfront
residents and friends with the
opportunity to learn the game
of bocce and improve existing
skills, as well as promoting social
interaction.
Contact: Lou Casmiri
on 0438 856 568
Wentworth Point
Archery Social Club
Meets at the Archery Centre across
Bennelong Parkway. Archery is
only one of a handful of sports
where participants can compete
irrespective of age or gender, so get
together with friends and family of
any ability and enjoy it.
Contact: Ron Hancock at
[email protected]
The Waterfront
Kayak Club
New club Commodore Justin
Stanbridge is leading the Kayak
Club on its regular outings every
4 to 6 weeks. Venues include the
Lane Cove River, Middle Harbour,
and even South to the Georges
River and Botany Bay.
Contact: Justin at
[email protected]
The Waterfront
Running, Cycling,
Swimming and Triathlon
Squads
Dani Andres, a professional sporting
coach has started The Waterfront’s
newest sporting squads. The
squads are for suitable for people
of all levels of fitness. The squads
run regularly each week at various
locations around Wentworth Point.
Contact: Dani at
[email protected]
Wentworth Point
Golf Club
Local resident John Spooner is
drumming up membership. Every
4-6 weeks courses will be selected
approximately 80km from Sydney.
Golfers of reasonably competent
levels are encouraged to join for
golfing excursions.
Contact: John at
[email protected]
Ever thought about exploring your
spirituality? We are all spiritual
beings, but working out what that
means and whether it actually
matters to your life is not always
easy. The breathe community is on
a journey. And we invite you to join
with us on that journey of growing
in friendships and of loving and
serving others with all our hearts.
Contact Nicole on 0423 246 482,
[email protected]
When the moon hits your
eye like a big pizza pie
that’s… ‘Dining Under
The Stars’.
Dining
Under
the Stars
On Friday nights The Piazza is
transformed into a grand al fresco
dining boulevard where hundreds
of visitors and Waterfront
residents of all ages enjoy a meal
and usually some dancing too,
under the stars.
Diners select their meals from
the menus of all the restaurants in
The Piazza and take a seat outside
in the sparkling plaza. Entrees
start at $6 and main meals from
$10. It’s BYO and there’s no
corkage charge, making this an
affordable night out with a real
sense of occasion.
The live entertainment
changes weekly, adding to the
fun, informal atmosphere.
Bookings are recommended, but
not essential. Find out all about
Dining under the Stars at
www.thepiazza.com.au
or phone 9475 6300.
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The program focuses on the core
postural muscles which help keep
the body balanced and which are
essential to providing support for
the spine. Cost: $10 per class or
10 classes for $80. Wednesday at
10am, Pulse Function Centre.
Rivers Edge Church
Wentworth Point
Probus Club
Pastors Luke & Katherine Fletcher
run a dynamic & contemporary
church helping to introduce and
connect people with God so that
they may live their most abundant
life. Services run from 9.30am on
Sundays in the Function Centre.
For more information: contact
Luke on 8667 0007.
The Probus Club meets on the 3rd
Monday of each month at 7.30pm
in the Function Centre.
Contact: Janelle at
Janelle@wentworthpointprobus.
org
Kids Spot
Re Cycle
This playgroup is run by Katherine
from River’s Edge Church. All you
need is $4 and a piece of fruit to
share every Thursday 10:00 – 11:30
during school terms.
Re Cycle is a group of people
who have not cycled for many
years. With the safe and beautiful
cycle tracks around Wentworth
Point, they have decided to take
up cycling again. Come and join
us, minimal experience necessary.
Wednesdays at 11am, Meet in The
Piazza.
Contact: Katherine
on 0401 560 986 or at
katherine@riversedgechurch.
com.au
The Waterfront
Ladies Book Club
If you enjoy talking about books as
much as you enjoy reading them,
you will love The Waterfront Ladies’
Book Club. Our lively chats are the
place to share opinions facilitated
by the member who chooses the
book of the month, using questions
and key points to encourage
thought-provoking discussion.
For more information email
waterfront_bookclub@yahoo.
com.au
The Waterfront Choir
Another new entrant on the
Community Central scene is The
Waterfront’s very own choir!
It will meet on Tuesdays between
7 and 9pm at the Function Centre.
Classes will cost $10 each or $80
for 10 classes.
Card Marking
Speak for Yourself
Wentworth Point
Walking for Pleasure
Club
Breathe – Bayside
Community Church
Pilates
@IAMTHENEWSYDNEY
Now almost two years old with
membership in excess of 70 people,
the Walking for Pleasure Club walks
monthly, usually on a Saturday. The
average length of the walk is 8kms
and they usually last around 4
hours - we take our time and look
at the scenery.
Contact: Phil and Marie Mulhearn
at
[email protected]
Come along and make four cards
for $10. Beginners to advanced all welcome - and no experience
necessary. Everything you require
to complete your cards will be
supplied on the night. Bookings
essential. Cost: $10. 3rd Thursday
of each month, 7.30 - 9pm, Pulse
Function Centre.
The Wentworth
Pointers – Netball club
This six-a-side all-girls indoor
Netball Club ranging in age from
26 - 44 years is looking for new
members. The team plays every
Wednesday and finished second
last season. If you are interested in
joining the team.
Contact: Mary-Ann at
[email protected]
Helping you to overcome the
fear of standing up in public and
speaking for yourself. Ingrid Hoppe
and her team bring a wide variety
of experience and show you how
you too can have fun in learning all
the secrets, hints and tips for that
up and coming speaking debut.
Every 2nd and 4th Monday 7.309.30pm at the Function Centre.
Entry is free and refreshments are
provided.
Contact: Ingrid on 0414 596 747 or
at [email protected]
Premier Waterfront
Investment Group
The Waterfront Investment Group
continues to perform strongly. A
testament to their success is the
fact that they are currently beating
the ASX’s index marker after a very
dire year in the financial markets.
The group meets monthly.
For general information on PWIG
email Pamela at
[email protected]
Auburn COUNCIL
NEWS
Reconciliation Week,
26 May to 3 June
Celebrate National Sorry Day at
Auburn Town Hall on May 26, at
a free event to mark the start of
Reconciliation Week. There will
be dance performances and an
Aboriginal art workshop and
guest speakers discussing issues
affecting indigenous Australians.
Refugee Week,
19-26 June
‘Freedom from Fear’ is the
theme of the annual week
that acknowledges Australia’s
refugees. Auburn Council and
the Refugee Council of Australia
will host events of welcome and
support. For details, visit www.
auburn.nsw.gov.au.
SMS for prompt pothole repair
Auburn Council is so keen to hear
from people who spot a pothole
or a cracked pavement, it has set
Ph: 1800 889 969
up a text service so that repairs
can be made quickly.
During April, the council
completed six major road and
pavement renewals in the region,
as part of its budgeted works
program. For the smaller jobs,
it relies on direct contact from
residents to keep paths and roads
safe.
“Often we are not aware of
the problems, as it’s not possible
to monitor all areas on a weekly
basis,” said Mayor Oeik.
“Local residents are best
placed to report this kind of thing
because they are there every
day.”
To report damage, SMS
0459 AUBURN (0459 282 876)
with the location and brief details.
You can also call customer
service on 9735 1222 or email
[email protected].
gov.au.
YOGA
Join Toni Payne’s Saturday
morning classes. All levels
welcome. Multi-class discount
applies.
KUNG FU
Classic martial arts, with Sifu
Derek Fung, Sydney’s only firstgeneration Wing Chun Kung Fu
Master.
WATERFRONT TRIATHLON CLUB
New to Pulse. Ask about taking
up the challenge with our
newest fitness team.
AND MUCH MORE!
Aqua aerobics, swimming
classes, tennis coaching, table
tennis and tae kwon do.
ITA
www.thewaterfront.com.au
1800 333 818
,
JOHNNO S COLUMN
Proceeds from food and soft
drink sold on the night helps fund
the Kayak Club. Come and join us
next Friday.
Johnno’s column
FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ
RELOCATED
The weekly social sizzle is now
held on the lawn of the Function
Centre. For a few years now,
these Friday barbecues, hosted
by the Kayak Club, have been the
perfect way for new arrivals and
sociable locals to connect with
neighbours from all corners of
The Waterfront.
Being at a less ‘open’ location
than at The Piazza might give the
appearance of a private function,
but please be assured this is not
the case. The barbecue is open
to all residents.
QUEENSLAND FLOODS
After the January floods, some
residents of The Waterfront
donated raffle prizes, with $1130
raised from tickets sold at the
Friday night barbecue. Thanks to
all who contributed.
SPORT STARS
The year had barely started
before two of our residents made
their mark in sport.
Congratulations to 15-year-old
tennis champion, Martina Hudaly,
who, with her team mates from
Meriden College Girls’ School,
won the National School Tennis
Title. This qualifies them to
represent Australia at the World
Championship in Calais, France.
To help raise money for Martina’s trip, fellow resident Michael
Curtin donated his sponsorship
money from the Ultra Marathon he
ran in Canberra in April. Michael
completed the 50km course in
atrocious weather conditions. The
$2000 he raised from the run was
gratefully received by Martina’s
family.
ANZAC DAY TRIBUTE
A ceremony was held to
honour ANZAC Day, at the
April Music in the Piazza
event. Attendees were moved
by
resident,
ex-Serviceman
Ken Marchant, reciting of the
Ode of Remembrance. Ken
joined the Royal Navy in 1945
and transferred to the Royal
Australian Navy in 1948. He saw
active service aboard HMAS
Sydney in the Korean Conflict in
1952. Ken remained in the RAN
until 1954.
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SHINE SIGNS OFF
Singing duo Shine will entertain
us on Sunday 22 May, in their final
appearance at The Waterfront as
a brother and sister act. Jo Elms
is heading to London to further
her career. For the farewell
performance, she will decide on
a party theme for their last Music
in the Piazza gig.
The Waterfront Social Scene
Send photos of your social event
for the next issue of Village Talk, to
[email protected]
How greensharecar™ works
ITALIAN FE
STA
dining under the stars
Car share service expands
at The Waterfront
With privately-owned cars being
used on average for five per cent
of the time*, it’s no wonder more
than a million drivers worldwide
enjoy the benefits of car sharing
over the expense of full-time
car ownership. The Waterfront
has been part of the share-car
phenomenon since 2007.
In December 2010, MyCarShare
merged with GreenShareCar, in
preparation for the company’s
goal of expanding the popular
service into residential developments and commercial buildings.
Car share relies on local councils
to provide public spaces as their
‘base’ for members’ pick up and
return of cars. One exception has
been the allocated space in The
Piazza at The Waterfront. GreenShareCar (formerly MyCarShare)
plans to add further to the popular service in partnership with
Sekisui House. Parking bays may
soon be made available in the
basements of the new apartment
buildings for share car members.
FESTA
ITALIAN
“GreenShareCar operates in
Sydney and Melbourne and we
plan to launch in Brisbane by
mid-year,” said Paul Reichman,
National Business Development
Manager.
ALIAN
FESTA
“We will still operate from onstreet parking bays provided
by councils, but we expect the
fleets based in residential and
commercial buildings to soon
dwarf the public car share fleets.”
ITA
LIA
NF
EST
A
The Waterfront will be one of
the first off-street locations to
expand, with a second vehicle
already added to The Piazza
‘fleet’. GreenShareCar has a
target of four or five cars at
The Waterfront, once the new
buildings have been completed.
In the quest for meeting demand
for an ever-greener company, the
type of cars has changed too.
“We’ve replaced the Mercedes
that was at The Piazza with a new
Toyota Prius and a new Yaris,”
said Paul.
All GreenShareCars are fivestar rated by the Green Vehicle
Guide. The Prius is the most fuelefficient and lowest CO2 emitting
car in Australia. All include the
standard features of CD, MP3
plug-in, electric windows, plus a
minimum four-star safety rating.
The rapid success of car share as
an industry is its appeal across all
types of drivers and households.
“Car share gives families access
to two or more cars, without
the need for ownership or
taking on more debt, paying
for registration, insurance and
maintenance,” said Paul.
“For individuals, it can replace
owning a car altogether. Our
typical members are those that
use public transport, walk or
cycle to get to work and only
need a car occasionally. This also
applies to small business owners.
“Also, car share can give access
to a wider range of vehicles –
large, small, people-mover, ute
– which means that membership
is flexible and more valuable than
car ownership, which limits you
to one type of car.”
Members
can
book
with
GreenShareCar online or by
smart phone. Booking durations
can be extended or reduced
from within the car.
To find out more or to join,
visit www.greensharecar.com.au
dining
FESTA
ITALIAN
*Source: GreenShareCar newsletter, September 2010.
under
the stars
– VILLAGE TALK winter 2011 – page 5
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10% off to all new patients
until August 2011, upon the presentation of this ad.
for any purchase over $10
All types of dental treatments available: Laser
dentistry, bleaching, invisible orthodontics, crown
and bridge and removable dentures.
Now Open in The Piazza
Make your appointment today:
Ph: 9648 2292
or email: [email protected]
Ph: 9739 9699
Mon – Fri: 9am – 5pm, Sat: 10am – 2pm
THE WATERFRONT DIRECTORY
ART ‘N’ MOVE
Classes run Monday, Thursday,
Friday and Saturday
9810 2337
Concierge/Pulse
9am – 5pm Monday – Friday
8am – 4pm Saturday – Sunday
1800 889 969
Concerto Mediterranean
restaurant
Open for lunch 7 days a week
& dinner Tuesday to Sunday
9475 6555
Homelinx
The Waterfront’s very own telephone
and highspeed broadband service.
Installations Monday – Friday
1800 889 959
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FREE DELUXE TREATMENT
with every Cut & Colour for the first 20 clients
to take up this offer. (Offer expires 17th June 2011)
Email: [email protected]
or visit www.travisgeorgehair.com
Tues 10am – 5pm, Wed/Thurs 10am – 7pm,
Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 3pm,
Sun closed, Mon closed
Ph: 9475 6892
Now Open Monday to Friday,
BULK BILLING, Skin cancer
and cosmetic clinic now open,
Male and Female doctors.
Ph: 9739 8828
Library
Open 9am – 5pm Monday – Saturday
Contact Phil Mulhearn
email: [email protected]
Security
4pm – 7am Monday – Friday
24 hours Saturday – Sunday
0400 451 083
Pacific Building Management Group
Estate related services for
The Waterfront residents.
1300 761 610
The Waterfront
SALES Display Centre
10am – 4pm daily
1800 333 818
Prologic
Computer technology for home or office
8am – 6pm Monday – Friday
8am – 4pm Saturday
9475 6886
Warwick Williams Real Estate
8.30am – 5.30pm Monday – Friday
9am – 4pm Saturday
9648 2005
www.thewaterfront.com.au
1800 333 818
Corsica
construction news
As Corsica approaches its
winter completion schedule,
work on its finishing touches
is underway, indoors and out.
The quieter activity, now that
the buildings have ‘topped out’,
or reached their full heights,
includes painting, rendering,
tiling and fitting out the internals
of the apartments.
During April, around 50
workers were on duty at the
Corsica site every day. Around
80 per cent of kitchens are
complete and 90 per cent of
bathrooms.
Public area beautification
works, such as tiling the entries
and hallways will be the final
activity to take place, once all
the foot-traffic and deliveries to
the upper levels have finished.
Footpath construction, fence
building and street works are
being carried out now, to frame
the new buildings and mark
them out in style as the newest
address at Wentworth Point.
Passers-by will notice the
landscaping appearing around
the buildings, which means
Corsica will soon match the rest
of The Waterfront’s renowned
leafy setting. The mature trees,
shrubs and lawns will have
Corsica blending in easily with
the neighbourhood as soon as
all the fences come down.
Within the development, the
level one podium is also taking
shape as a picturesque garden
retreat for future residents
to enjoy.
High standards continue to push
,
The Waterfront s
rental returns
With the scaffolding down
from Corsica, another example
of quality rental investment is
ready to add to The Waterfront’s impressive investment
stock, according to Jeremy
Rees, sales director of CB Richard Ellis.
“This building is a stand-out,
with a different look compared
to the other established
properties,” said Jeremy.
“The Sekisui House influence
is apparent in Corsica’s sophisticated style and design.”
Jeremy believes its early offthe-plan buyers have had already experienced an increase
in their investment of up to
15 per cent.
“We have had two original
purchasers re-sell their twobedroom apartments reflecting
this price increase,” he told
Village Talk.
Rents returns in general are
healthy and remain steady at
The Waterfront, reflecting Sydney’s high demand averages,
but it’s the building quality
and amenity here that attracts
consistent interest, across the
range of properties, from the
originals to the newest arrivals.
“One-bedroom apartments
are now consistently renting
for upwards of $400 per week
and two-bedroom apartments
with one car space are typically
renting around the mid $500
per week mark.
There is a close to
zero vacancy rate at The
Waterfront,
with
multiple
tenancy applications received
for each unit as soon as, and
sometimes even before, they
become available.”
Jeremy predicts that if current rental trends continue
for existing stock, for Corsica
it could mean a return of well
over 5 per cent per annum
before depreciation and negative gearing is factored in, with
some apartments experiencing a positive cash flow.
Alora
coming soon
New release ‘Alora’ will be the first development
at The Waterfront to present the distinctive
Sekisui House design philosophy. In its first stage,
160 apartments will be released. Alora has been
designed in conjunction with architects Turner and
Associates. Prices are expected to start from the
low-to-mid $400,000 for one-bedroom; twobedroom apartments will sell from around
$550,000 and three-bedroom from
low-to-mid $700,000.
REFERRALS
W A R W I C K
WILLIAMS
Temptation
proved too
much
for our newest resident
About 10 years ago, as The Waterfront’s
properties emerged around the bay, Kathy*
used to visit a friend who lived in one of
the earliest buildings. She never imagined
one day she would buy here, nor the
transformation of the estate to the thriving
community it is today.
Relocating from the NSW south coast,
Kathy bought a two-bedroom, ground floor
garden apartment in Corfu in May. As a
former Sydneysider, she looked forward to
rejoining the buzz of city life, from the tranquil
vantage point of The Waterfront.
“The Waterfront is close to the city but
quiet and peaceful, with walking paths by
the water and a relaxed lifestyle,” said Kathy,
whose purchase was slightly off-course from
her original intentions.
“I was about to buy a one-bedroom, upper
level apartment with a water view, but it was
taken off the market. Graeme Lawson was
all set to help me find a similar unit. In the
meantime, I went to a Warwick Williams Real
Estate auction run by his colleague Daniel
MAKE THE MOVE
Patterson, just to watch. I bought the place
that day,” said Kathy.
Being familiar with The Waterfront’s
beginnings, Kathy has a unique insight
into its changes over time and had
established connections in time for
her arrival. A cousin also lives at The
Waterfront and Kathy met residents on
auction day who have become friends.
“I’ve watched the place go from just
having sparse buildings, to lots of facilities.
When I lived in Sydney before, I used to come
here to the restaurants and the deli. Now I
have a pool and gym across the road from
my place,” said Kathy.
*Surname withheld on request.
Many people are prompted to buy
property at The Waterfront after
visiting and friends or family. There
are quite a few cases of multigenerations of the same family living
at the village, enjoying the proximity
and convenience of being in reach
of loved ones, while keeping their
independence. If you know someone
who’s looking for an apartment,
we’d love to talk to them about
the opportunities to buy at The
Waterfront. We’ve got something here
for downsizers, first-buyers, upsizers,
retirees, couples and families alike.
Contact Shaza Rifi at
The Waterfront Sales Display
Centre for a chat about what’s
available, on
9017 7991 or email her on
[email protected]
– VILLAGE TALK winter 2011 – page 7
www.thewaterfront.com.au
1800 333 818
the waterfront activity calendar
MONDAY
TUESDAY
cycling squad
swimming
squad
6:15–7:30pm
Pulse Pool
6:00–7:00am
Aquaerobics
Every Tues
9:00–10:00am
Pulse Pool
running squad
7:30–8:30pm
Start 11:00am
in The Piazza
Every Wed
10:00–11:00am
Function Centre
Book club
CHOIR
Every Tues
7:00–9:00pm
Function Centre
Every 2nd & 4th
Mon of the month
Start 7 :30pm
Function Centre
FRIDAY
kids spot
fitness walk
10:00–11:30am
Function Centre
9:00am
Bookings essential
Donation
SATURDAY
cucina
viscontini
happy hour
cycling for fun
Card making
Every 3rd Thurs
of the month
7:15–9:30pm
Function Centre
swimming
squad
Dining out
club
6:15–7:00pm
Pulse Pool
First Thurs night
of each month.
RUNNING SQUAD
Free
SUNDAY
cycling squad
Experienced
8:00am
Aquaerobics
Kayak Club
Every Sat 9:00–10:00am
Pulse Pool
Contact Justin, Ron or John at
Friday Night Community BBQ
9:00am
Bookings essential
,
River s Edge Church
Kayak Club
Every Thurs
6:00–7:00pm
Last Wed of month
7:00–9:00pm
speak for
yourself
THURSDAY
pilates
,
Men s bocce
probus club
3rd Mon of each
month
Start 7:00pm
Function Centre
WEDNESDAY
Small Fee
Contact Justin, Ron or John at
Friday Night Community BBQ
Friday Night
Community
BBQ
1st, 3rd, 4th & 5th
Friday of month
6:30–8:30pm
Forecourt of
Function Centre
Dining under
the stars
6:30–9:30pm
The Piazza
9:30am onwards
Function Centre
BOCCE
2:00pm in The Piazza
(Except fourth Sunday of Month)
Music in The Piazza
4th Sunday
of each month
1:30–5:30pm
BREATHE
(Bayside Community Church)
6:30pm onwards
in the Function Centre
(except last Sunday of the month)
7:30pm–8:30pm
PULSE CLUB: GYM & POOL OPEN 6AM – 9PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 6AM – 7PM SATURDAY, 7AM – 7PM SUNDAY
LIBRARY: open Monday – Saturday
10am – 5pm
CONCIERGE: 9AM – 5PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 8AM – 4PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY
CONCIERGE 1800 889 969
home business snapshot
Meet the hidden treasures of Wentworth Point. Village Talk presents a new section
featuring enterprising residents who work from home at The Waterfront and are keen
to introduce their services to our readers.
Nancy Bryla Lawyer
and Consultant
Le Fabulous Mobile Beauty
Sayak Silver Jewellery
Who: Jenny Law
What: Mobile hair and make-up service
Website:www.lefabulous.com.au
Who: Paty Rojas
What: Online jewellery store
Where: 122 / 21-23 Savona Drive, Wentworth Point,
NSW, 2127 (Palermo Building)
Website:www.sayak.com.au
Who: Nancy Bryla
What: Legal services
Where: Paros Building, Stromboli Strait,
Wentworth Point, NSW 2127
Website:www.nancybryla.com.au
About: Shop online for contemporary silver bracelets,
rings, earrings and necklaces. All purchases are
delivered promptly by post in glamorous gift boxes,
which are included in the price. Detailed photos and
dimensions of the jewellery appear on the website.
Sayak provides a secure and convenient way to
shop for an irresistible gift of ladies jewellery or spoil
yourself with a stunning new accessory. Choose from
a selection of nine cards to personalise gift purchases.
About: Nancy is an experienced lawyer providing
cost-efficient legal advice and services to businesses
and in-house legal departments. Her professional
expertise covers a broad range of business contracts
and commercial transactions for all types of businesses
from start-ups to multinationals. Her expertise also
covers financial services, IT, aviation, compliance
and operational risk. She is solution-focused, with
a commercial approach. She tailors her legal and
consultancy services to fit your business structure
and culture. Fees can be fixed for hourly, daily, weekly,
monthly or project-based delivery to give you certainty
and peace of mind.
Contact: [email protected] or 0413 059 783
Contact: [email protected] or 0458 827 746
Contact: [email protected] or 0414 713 243
Specials: Receive 10% off the website rate for hair
and make-up, until 31/7/11
Specials: New designer pieces coming soon!
Specials: Mention this article to get 25% off your next
legal services invoice (offer valid until July 31st 2011)
About: Jenny describes what she does as “a dream
come true”. As a child, she adored watching her
beautician mother’s clients leave happy with a radiant
and confident new look. She has a passion for her work
and never tires of hearing the reaction, “wow”. Her
style has an emphasis on natural-looking make-up for
bridal parties or any special occasion, plus hair styling,
facials and beauty treatments. Look your best and feel
great for weddings, professional photography shoots
or just spoil yourself any time, with a deep cleansing
facial or makeover.
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