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Front Cover: 68-70 Brisbane Street, Berwick

Inside Cover: 33 Thomas Street, Beaconsfield

THE STORY OF ‘CLAREMONT’ A BERWICK LANDMARK REIMAGINED

LEASED IN MAY

Leasing Statistics For May 2026

FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS RECOGNISED FOR EXCELLENCE AT NATIONAL AWARDS

THE STORY OF ‘CLAREMONT’ A BERWICK LANDMARK REIMAGINED

There are homes that sit quietly within a suburb, and then there are homes that help define it.

Set high on the Brisbane Street hill sits one of Berwick’s most admired and tightly held addresses, ‘Claremont’ is a home of presence, history and enduring charm. Built circa 1930 for J. Gardiner, a Shire Engineer and later Berwick Councillor, the home has stood for generations as part of Berwick’s rich architectural and civic story.

Today, the home at 68-70 Brisbane Street, Berwick presents as a rare blend of old and new. It is a significant period residence, beautifully reimagined for modern family life, set on approximately half an acre of established grounds.

A Residence with Local Significance

Claremont’s earliest story is tied to the Gardiner family and the civic development of Berwick. Historical references identify John James Gardiner as a civil engineer and surveyor, a returned serviceman, and later a Shire of Berwick councillor.

Earlier property records note that Claremont was built in 1930 for J.J. Gardiner, describing him as an engineer and Berwick councillor. Those same records also connect the property to a later chapter involving the Presentation Sisters, with the home eventually sold after 1968 to Lloyd and Mary Sierakowski, who remained associated with Claremont for several decades.

While ownership changes with time, certain homes retain an unmistakable identity. Claremont is one of them.

The Prestige of the Brisbane Street Hill

The Brisbane Street Hill has long held a special place in Berwick’s residential landscape. Previous marketing material described Claremont as part of an exclusive historic precinct, positioned near other notable homes including Mary Blackwood House, Glenfalloch and Caseldene.

Its location is central to the home’s appeal. From here, Berwick Village, cafés, schools and parklands are all within easy reach, yet the

property retains a sense of privacy and elevation that feels increasingly rare.

The surrounding area forms part of Berwick’s broader heritage character, with the City of Casey’s Berwick Heritage Walk recognising the suburb’s historic streets, early civic buildings and long-established landmarks.

Character That Has Been Respected

Claremont carries many of the qualities that make interwar homes so admired including generous proportions, crafted detail, decorative features and a sense of permanence.

Earlier descriptions of the property reference its Art Deco influence, bi-chromatic glazed tapestry brickwork, diamond leadlight windows, ornate ceilings, cornices, arches, corbelling and handmade glass entry doors.

Inside, the home has been refined for contemporary living while retaining its period soul. Comprising of approximately 35 squares of living, four bedrooms, a generous master suite with walkin dressing room and ensuite, multiple living areas, a central family space with wood fire and a luxe kitchen with matte marble benches, Gaggenau oven and integrated appliances. Claremont’s character has been respectfully retained with a modern edge.

A Garden Setting of Scale and Beauty

Part of Claremont’s enduring appeal is the scale of its setting. The home sits within approximately half an acre of established gardens, with hedged borders, rolling lawns and colourful plantings. Irrigation via mains, bore and tank water, along with gated entry, CCTV security, ducted heating and cooling, integrated sound, a double carport and separate garage/studio with workshop all add to its appeal.

Architecture and landscape work together and the residence feels substantial without being imposing, elegant without being untouchable, and historic without feeling frozen in time.

A New Chapter for an Old Berwick Icon

Now offered in premium condition, Claremont represents a rare opportunity to secure one of Berwick’s most recognisable period homes. Its next custodians will inherit more than four bedrooms, elegant living spaces and 2,074sqm of land. They will inherit an iconic Berwick home with a name, a story and a lasting place in the fabric of Berwick.

For those who value architecture, history and Village living, ‘Claremont’ at 68-70 Brisbane Street is more than just a property. It is a Berwick landmark, reimagined for the future.

FIRST NATIONAL NEILSON PARTNERS

RECOGNISED FOR EXCELLENCE

AT NATIONAL AWARDS

First National Neilson Partners have been recognised for our outstanding achievement at the First National Real Estate National Awards held as part of the network’s National Convention, in Da Nang, Vietnam.

The awards celebrated the achievements of First National’s best real estate agents, property managers and offices Australia-wide, recognising excellence across sales, property management, commercial, lifestyle and customer service and reputation categories.

Todd McKenna, Managing Director at Neilson Partners said “the recognition was a very proud moment for the entire team which reflected the hard work, professionalism and client-focused service delivered across the business over the past 12 months.

“These awards are a testament to the dedication, expertise and resilience of the Neilson Partners team. Their commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, strong results and consistent professionalism is something we are incredibly proud of. Each award reflects not only individual talent, but our collective drive to set new benchmarks in local real estate.”

At the national awards presentation, First National Neilson Partners was honoured with the Reputation Award, recognising the office’s commitment to service excellence, client satisfaction and maintaining a strong reputation within the community.

Key team members were also recognised for their outstanding individual performances:

• #1 Lifestyle Sales - Matt Clark

• #1 Commercial Sales - Shannon Hynd Congratulates Matt, Shannon and the entire team on their outstanding national recognition.

The National Convention also marked an exciting new chapter for the First National Real Estate network, with the unveiling of a modern brand reinvention. The refreshed identity retains First National’s distinctive blue while introducing a more contemporary and digitally focused look, designed to reflect the evolving expectations of today’s property consumers. The brand rollout will continue in stages through to the end of 2027, supported by a national consumer-facing campaign scheduled for early 2027. Keep your eyes peeled for updates.