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Michael Wright t. 0421 360 948

Agent’s Pick “WARRINGAH” 917 BURRENDONG WAY 4

Price: $1,869,000 Love Where You Live Set amongst a stunning garden with lovely vistas towards the North is this state-of-theart home on 50 arable acres. This large four-bedroom homestead is not only a showpiece home with quality, high-end finishes but is only 10 minutes from the heart of Orange. The homestead is impressive with four large bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes, master bedroom with ensuite in its own wing, family bathroom with spa, a large library and a formal lounge. The open-plan kitchen/living/dining area offers a beautiful northerly aspect overlooking the manicured gardens. The kitchen has gorgeous Caesarstone benchtops with waterfall edging, butler’s pantry and Miele appliances. The covered alfresco area is designed to entertain with a built-in wood-fire pizza oven and BBQ as well as space for a large outdoor setting. There is an additional three-bedroom cottage in fabulous condition, the property is well fenced and set up for cattle production and there are many other improvements and reliable water.

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39 SALE STREET, ORANGE | 6363 1000 | PFISHER.COM.AU IN ADDITION TO OPEN HOMES, ALL PROPERTIES CAN BE VIEWED BY PRIVATE INSPECTION OR VIDEO CALL, JUST CONTACT THE AGENT.

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13 HALLARAN WAY

$670,000

ONLY FIVE YEARS OLD If you’re looking for something new that requires little maintenance, then look no further than this lovely brick home that is only five years old. Located in North Orange this property is only a hop, skip and a jump away from the North Orange Shopping Centre, Waratah Wetlands, Dr Surgeries and Waratah Sports Club. There is four bedrooms, three of which have built-ins and with the master boasting a walk-in robe and ensuite. There is ducted gas heating throughout, a reverse cycle air conditioner in the lounge room, galley style kitchen and large double door pantry. The home boasts a secure, low maintenance back yard which is ready for your special touch or makes maintenance easier for the investor. Currently rented to a wonderful tenant who is happy to stay on. This beauty won’t last long! CONTACT: MICHAEL WRIGHT 0421 360 948

15 BUNDARRA CRESCENT

PRICE RANGE: $345,000-$375,000

FLEXIBLE FLOORPLAN This home has a very flexible floorplan that allows either a 3 bedroom with 2 living areas or a 4 bedroom with 1 living area configuration. The bedrooms are a generous size with built in wardrobes in 2 of them and both the lounge and family areas are spacious as well. The kitchen has a gas stove and good cupboards, heating is a reverse cycle system in the lounge room and a gas bayonet heater outlet in the family room keeping both ends of the house covered. The bathroom has a shower over bath, a toilet and there’s another handy second toilet adjacent to the laundry. Outside you’ll find a private Al-fresco area, garden shed and carport. Call and inspect today. CONTACT: ADAM SAVAGE 0419 232 416

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338 SANDY CREEK ROAD, MOLONG

PRICE GUIDE: $799,000 - $849,000

COUNTRY LIVING IN MODERN STYLE If your family is looking for more space to enjoy the outdoors and soak in the serenity of rural living every day, then this could be your dream home. A mere 7 minutes from Molong and an easy 30 minutes from Orange, this beautifully modern homestead sits on 12.3 acres (approx.) with the verandah nicely framing the view of peaceful rural surrounds. There is room for all the family to live life and relax in comfort with two living areas, four big bedrooms and two bathrooms. The large kitchen with its stunning island bench will make mealtimes a delight every day. The spacious living area is wonderfully open and light with views of the gorgeous vista from every window. It opens onto the verandah and al-fresco area perfect for enjoying BBQ’s and soaking up the peace and quiet that comes with having no close neighbours. The outside features are a real asset with big shed, solar panels, water tank, bore and pump and sheep yards already in place making it easy for you to run some sheep or have a horse or two. Don’t miss out on your dream home, inspections are easily arranged. CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

CANOBOLAS VIEW ESTATE

PRICE RANGE: $280,000 - $329,000

NEW LAND RELEASE – SELLING FAST These brand new blocks, ranging in size from 579 sqm to 1,536 sqm, are located just 5km from town and have elevated views across town to Mt Canobolas. There is dual occupancy available on two of the blocks and there are block sizes to suit everyone. This is the perfect opportunity to build your dream home on a block of land suited to your own personal design and tastes. Close to the conveniences of town and with the amenities of North Orange just a short drive away you will be wonderfully situated for modern living in a thriving regional centre. With blocks of land in great demand, you know these will not last long. Contact Michael Wright to register your interest in your desired block. Don’t delay! There are only 6 blocks still available. (Land areas subject to final survey). CONTACT: MICHAEL WRIGHT 0421 360 948

39 SALE STREET, ORANGE | 6363 1000 | PFISHER.COM.AU IN ADDITION TO OPEN HOMES, ALL PROPERTIES CAN BE VIEWED BY PRIVATE INSPECTION OR VIDEO CALL, JUST CONTACT THE AGENT.

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31 OBLEY STREET, CUMNOCK

$380,000

EVERYTHING IN ONE Have you ever wanted a one stop shop for all your needs? Here is the opportunity to own that one stop shop in the community of Cumnock which provides just that. The building that is home to Cumnock’s General Store boasting a Post Office, Service Station, Cafe, Supermarket, Bottle Shop and Hardware Store all in one is up for sale on a WIWO basis. What a great opportunity to be your own boss and put your own touch on a very well established and well known business. There are many inclusions in and around the building that facilitate the running of the General Store. CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

56 BLETCHINGTON STREET

PRICE RANGE: $500,000-$529,000

YOUR FAMILY WILL LOVE IT This much-loved family home of almost 50 years is being sold for the 1st time. The versatile floor plan allows for either 3 bedrooms/2 living areas, or 4 bedrooms/1 living area and would ideally suit an extended family or a family wanting a teenager’s zone. All 3 bedrooms are spacious with 2 of them with built in wardrobes. The kitchen has had a makeover with smart looking granite benchtops and a glass splashback while the bathroom has been very nicely renovated. A large 1031m2 block provides plenty of space in the backyard with an oversized single garage, and a huge area for kids or pets to run or perhaps you fancy a large vegie garden, another shed or both. This lovely home has been beautifully maintained and is ready for its next chapter – will you be the lucky new owner? CONTACT: ADAM SAVAGE 0419 232 416

TRAINEESHIP OPPORTUNITY

14 COPELAND STREET, STUART TOWN

$499,000

IS A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE SALES OR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT YOUR GOAL? Are you looking for a busy job that offers plenty of variety? Are you organised, reliable and a self-starter? Do you present yourself in a professional manner at work? Do you have a current driver’s licence? Do you have a strong customer service focus? (Do you really enjoy putting a smile on people’s faces?) 3 Are you energetic, and a team player with a cheerful disposition? 3 Do you want a career that encourages you to “grow” personally? 3 3 3 3 3

If so and you would relish the opportunity to gain experience with our team in a high achieving and service focused agency, we would like to hear from you! We are a high profile, progressive real estate office intent on offering superior services to our clients and customers. We offer a professional, yet caring and friendly work environment and an excellent opportunity for you to develop a successful real estate career in a time frame to suit your skills and experience.

Applications in writing (including written references or referee contacts) will be treated confidentially and are to be received by 5.00pm on Monday 30 August. Email: hunter@pfisher.com.au or deliver to Hunter Ridley, 39 Sale Street, Orange NSW 2800

GORGEOUS HOME AND GARDENS This lovely home is nestled amongst gorgeous established gardens and trees in the quiet village of Stuart Town. It has a light filled interior with gorgeous garden views from every window. There is an abundance of living space with a formal lounge and dining room as well as an open plan kitchen, meals and family area. The kitchen has a huge walk-in pantry, lots of bench space and stylish stainless steel appliances. The main bedroom has an ensuite and there are three other bedrooms with built-ins and a handy three way bathroom. On a big block of 2,470sqm, the outside is a treat as well with a huge covered entertaining area, a big double shed and a feeling of space and tranquillity as you wander around the garden. Only 7km from Burrendong Dam you can easily fish, ski, kayak or fossick for gold in your spare time. This is a special property that has been much loved by its owners. Perhaps it’s time to make it yours? CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2021 (SUBJECT TO ANY NSW GOVT. HEALTH ORDER)

66 CECIL ROAD, ORANGE

ONLY A FEW BLOCKS LEFT!

5 BEDROOM RESIDENCE, 1 BEDROOM UNIT & 1, 619 m2 BLOCK

SELLING FAST... This charming, spacious and unique property presents a great opportunity for those looking for plenty of bedroom accommodation as well as room to enjoy outdoors, both undercover and in the garden. The main residence has a nice flow of formal and informal living areas with a North facing kitchen including plenty of bench space and a dishwasher, feature slate floors, a slow combustion wood heater plus split air conditioning and two bathrooms. The self-contained unit has a separate loungeroom, kitchen, its own bathroom and split air conditioning. The extensive undercover outdoor entertaining area gives access to a leafy garden with fruit trees, a well , rainwater tanks, watering system and a swimming pool. A fantastic location with an easy walk to parks, the Orange Aquatic Centre and the Bowling Club as well as being a quick drive to Orange’s CBD.

COMMERCIAL FOR SALE

IDEAL LOCATION FOR AN ENTERPRISE

COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN BUSY FIVEWAYS PRECINCT

A commercial premises located on a high traffic corridor close to the CBD currently run as the iconic Bissy’s Café. With several dining areas, a modern kitchen and a delightful outdoor sitting area, this premises is perfectly set us as café/restaurant. At the rear is a studio and an abundant fruit garden.

$790,000 + GST

*The premises to be sold with vacant possession and the registered business name Bissy’s Café not included

COMMERCIAL FOR SALE BLUE RIBBON COMMERCIAL LAND TO BUILD ON

Prime Summer Street site with busy highway frontage. Former 50 seat restaurant with plenty of potential. Room for on-site parking at rear. Zoned: B6 Enterprise Corridor, Land size: 508.1 m2

Surrounded by a variety of commercial enterprises are these last remaining blocks in the prestigious Gateway Business Park positioned with easy access to the Mitchell Hwy at entrance to Orange. The blocks are zoned B6 Enterprise Corridor and are level and ready to develop for your successful business or investment. Land sizes available from 2,045 m2 to 3,559 m2 Please contact our office for further details.

CONTACT OUR OFFICE FOR FURTHER DETAILS

PRICES RANGE FROM $510,000 + GST TO $925,000 + GST

Following the success of our brilliant Aussie Olympians now we look forward to an equally successful Games from our courageous Paralympians. We send out to them our heartfelt very best wishes.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR PROPERTY 6362 5999 or John 0417 887 738 / Chris 0417 626 361 26

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IN A P SP PO EC IN TIO TM N EN BY T

20-22 Obley Street, Cumnock This charming double brick home has all the features that you would expect. Front bullnose veranda, wide central hallway, high pressed metal ceilings, 4 open fireplaces with original timber mantles, spacious formal and casual living areas. The house was originally built in 1913 as a residence for Dr Aird and the local hospital for the Cumnock district. If you are looking for a spacious family home that has plenty of room for the entire family consisting of 4-5 bedrooms, multiple living areas, open plan kitchen and family room, great shed and office space, this is perfect for someone looking to start or has an existing business. The first shed is approx 14m x 7m with office space, front reception area and storage out the back, there is also a shower & toilet. Currently tenanted with a livestock agent who would like to continue the lease. • 2nd shed is approx 12mx 7m with 3m x 7m skillion parking area

MARK HOWES: 0427 668 800

$480,000 - $510,000

2-4 Bathurst Street, Lyndhurst

Lot 108 Miriam Drive, Orange Robindale Downs Estate

Imagine building your own home on this large 3399sqm block. You will be located in a very quiet street. Blocks are hard to find so don't miss out.

Are you still looking for a block of land that is a good size? Are you still wanting to build your dream home? North Orange location on a 701.5sqm block. Close to Bunnings and North Orange Shopping Centre.

Jen Stojanovic: 0473 401 666 G ST IN LI EW N

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67 MOLONG STREET, MOLONG

6 FLOOD STREET, CUDAL

Opportunity for first home buyers 2/3 bedroom home in quiet location Comfortable lounge room with reverse cycle air conditioning Neat and tidy updated kitchen with electric cooking and dishwasher Sun drenched north facing sunroom Single garage and carport Set on a generous block of over 1000m2 Easy walk to schools, main street shops and cafes

$280,000-$298,000 MARK HOWES: 0427 668 800

Family friendly 2 storey home consisting of 4 bedrooms 2 bathroom with plenty of space for the entire family with great shed & undercover parking set on a huge 3912sqm block with all town services. • Main bedroom has CONTACT ensuite and reverse cycle air conditioning FOR SALE AGENT • 2 living areas, one with wood heating and reverse cycle air conditioning • Good sized kitchen with 900 gas cook top and electric oven • Ducted evaporative cooling and ceiling fans throughout • Double carport, double garage with workshop & power, garden shed • Timber decking to front verandah, gazebo at rear • Set on just under 1 acre in Cudal

$300,000 - $320,000 MARK HOWES: 0427 668 800

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Tips for buying in a hot property market Spring normally sees a rush of “tips to sell your home” stories in real estate sections of major publications. This is no ordinary year, however. The continuing COVID-19 lockdowns, regional and interstate travel bans, and reductions in consumer spending, has fired-up the real estate market in Orange and throughout Australia to the point, where homes are being sold almost as quick as they can be listed.

shut-out of the market forever.

Property analytics firm CoreLogic estimates national home prices were up 2.8 per cent in March alone, the largest monthly increase in 32 years.

Plan in advance and know your limits

If you’re a buyer, especially a young couple looking for their first home, it can be a scary time with the feeling that you must grab the first property that comes along, or else risk being

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But there are some important tips that can help you get the place you want, without having to pay an arm and a leg in the process. These tips all revolve around the one simple rule, Don’t Panic:

Buying property is an emotionally-charged business, which is why it’s important to have a solid strategy before you start negotiating. And good preparation is about more than just looking at

comparable sales, prices are moving quickly and it’s important to set realistic expectations. It’s a week-by-week market. If you don’t buy, you’ve got to re-assess. Sometimes you’ve got to bite the bullet, and pay a little bit extra today, because you don’t know what tomorrow is going to bring.

Beware pushy sales tactics Real estate agents use all kinds of tactics to help secure the best price for the vendor, so it’s important to be on guard. When looking at listings, remember that photos are taken with

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artificial lighting and wide-angled lenses. These can make properties seem more spacious and light-filled than they are in reality.

Tell family, friends, and colleagues at work that you’re looking for a new home

Agents can also use crowded inspections to create a sense of anxiety and urgency, which can lead to people paying more than they otherwise would.

When you’re vying for a property in a hot market, take any help you can get! You may be able to buy a home through a word-of-mouth sale rather than having to compete with others.

While agents are allowed to be “persistent”, they aren’t allowed to use high-pressure tactics, harassment, and unconscionable conduct.

Watch for new listings and stay in touch with your realtor

Clarify your housing needs vs wants It’s time to get serious about the “must-haves” in your home search. This doesn’t mean you should compromise on what’s most important to you. But, the longer your list of requirements, the more it will restrict your search and the chances of buying a house in a limited market. Pro tip? Once you figure out your needs, rank your list from most to least-important. It might be difficult, but ranking your needs will help you make a faster decision when it comes time to put in an offer or bid higher when you’re facing stiff competition. If a house meets most of your needs — but not the most crucial needs — you might regret buying it.

Get your finances in order There are plenty of financial tasks to check-off your list before you start shopping for a new home. Some of these will take time. So, the earlier you start preparing, the better. Check your credit score regularly and review your credit report for accuracy. Save money for a downpayment — preferably 20 per cent when possible — to avoid paying for private mortgage insurance (PMI). Save even more money. You may need extra savings to cover an appraisal gap on a property you want to purchase. There’s also a chance you may have to pay two mortgages for a few months if you find a house to buy, and don’t use a contingency on selling your own home before purchasing the new one.

Clear your calendar when it’s time to view a place that’s for sale and be ready to put in an offer immediately if you’re interested.

...Watch for new listings and stay in touch with your realtor... Put in a strong, clean offer Your realtor will likely encourage you to put in a full asking-price offer (or close to it) on a well-priced home in a hot market. They may even suggest bidding overasking in some cases. There’s no doubt that the highest bid will generally be of most interest to a seller. But solid offers with few sellers’ contingencies or demands may also be noticed and could score the win. You may also decide to put down more earnest money or guarantee the home’s sale a specific amount over its appraisal to reflect your seriousness of the purchase. For example, if the purchase price of the home is $200,000 you would guarantee the appraisal up to a certain amount, say $10,000. So, if the home appraises under $200,000 but at least $190,000, you will go through with the purchase of the home by paying the $10,000 difference in cash to the seller.

Get pre-approved for a mortgage

Be patient

Being pre-qualified isn’t enough in a seller’s market. Pre-approval is a more thorough financial review that helps seller’s gain confidence that your financing won’t be an issue if they accept your offer.

While you may not like the cliché, you’re in a marathon - not a sprint. Unless you have to move fast, remember that more homes meeting your needs will be listed on the market at some point.

Have you been considering a change? Talk to one of our friendly and experienced sales members to find out your options on selling your property. Rural, Residential and Land sales are our specialty

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TRADES AND SERVICE BUSINESS PROFILE

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AUSTRIM EXPERT GRANT

LOVES A GOOD TREE Grant Stanford loves trees. Doyen of tree trimming and removal in the central west with his Austrim Tree Services, he appreciates the beauty, aesthetics, and ecological benefit of trees as much as any environmentalist. “I’ve been doing this since I was about 18, say about 40 years and, in this business, like any other, you get what you pay for… though most of the guys around here are all fairly-good,” Grant said. On the issue of whether to seek his advice before getting Council approval to remove a problematic tree, it’s rather a chicken-and-egg situation, he explained. “They generally contact me first, then I have to inform them they need to get Council approval for any tree above a certain size to be removed,”

Grant added. He said though, that seeking his advice early, can often save a tree from having to be totallyremoved altogether. “If it’s close to the house, such as this golden robinia, and it is starting to fall-over, we can remove some branches to help rebalance it. You don’t want to lose the tree, and this this will make it safe,” he added. “The truth is, if you’ve got a valuable tree, one that you love, often, it doesn’t have to go. This is the way that I like being able to help people, I try and save them if I can,” he said. For someone who has spent four decades in the tree removal game, Grant has a strong affection for one of nature’s greatest creations. “I think trees are one of the most beautiful

things you’ll ever see and, if I can save them for people, I will,” he added. “I’m a tree surgeon, a lot of my work is saving trees.” He believes the days of home-owners clambering up a tree to lop branches themselves with a chainsaw on a rope, should be behind us. “Don’t do it yourself, I’ve seen that many things go wrong where you don’t think it could go wrong with terrible results,” he said. Since this year’s heavy snow fall in early June, Grant admits to being: “flat-out, absolutely,” with the other busy time of the year being at Christmas. “That’s when people often have family coming and suddenly think ‘I better remove that tree that’s overhanging the house’.”

While Australians now have a far-greater appreciation of the beauty of the tree, particularly natives, they should remember, when planting a sapling, how large the final specimen is likely to grow. “Definitely, people value trees more now and, while everyone loves gums, but they do drop branches. If you plant them, make sure they are a long-way away from your house,” Grant warned. If you have a tree removed, he says, there is no need now to fear their impact on the environment. Trees removed are now generally turned into woodchips and recycled for garden beds and the like, meaning they are not lost to our ecosystem by going-up in smoke, as they did in the past.

AUCTION 17th SEPTEMBER 11.00AM 73 / 29 Elsham Avenue Orange Huge growth potential with existing income stream.

Leaving a large area of developable space.

14,000 square metres of land with 2250 Square metres of building.

Enormous frontage to the southern distributor.

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Chris Tyack 0438 258 590 Gary Blowes 0418 635 248

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Ray White Emms Mooney Your Property | Our Agents | Great Results 18 Sale Street Orange NSW raywhiteemc.com 02 6362 0211

AUCTION

Mackeys Creek Road Eugowra

“Balmoral Park” offers a unique opportunity to create a life of self- sufficiency. The property is sub-divided into 16 paddocks, and a recently renovated 4 bedroom 2 bathroom homestead. Secure water with 5 tanks and 2 dams, & room to run sheep, cattle or horses. This property has everything you need to build a sustainable future.

Auction Friday 3rd September 2021 Open Home: By Appointment Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

SALE “Catombal Aggregation” Cumnock • 2,912ha* (7,195* acres) of gently undulating volcanic red soils & protected valley grazing to beneficial timbered grazing offering a diverse enterprise mix suited to cattle or sheep breeding & finishing, combined with cereal & oilseed production • Central location 85km* Dubbo, 35km* Wellington & 80km* Orange

Sale Expression Of Interest,

Closing Monday 6th Sep at 12pm

Ben Redfern 0457 770 062

SALE

9 Limestone Lane Blayney

This 16-acre property will be the rural escape that you’ve always dreamt of. Five-bedrooms, 2 bathroom, light-filled home is spacious enough for the entire family. • 136,000 Litre tank, high rainfall - never ran out • Huge shed, potential to build more • 3 phase power at the pole, town water availableto lane

Sale Contact Agent Open Home: By Appointment Lucy Nell 0400 726 897 32 AUGUST 26 — SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Your Local Agent... Peter has a real passion for customer service and to ensure his clients are looked after and they become a client and friend for life. Peter Bromley | 0404 037 729 peter.bromley@raywhite.com