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Luxury Riverside Home of One of Brisbane’s Most Prominent Families in Hamilton Sold for $1.615-M

The heritage-listed Hamilton home of bankrupt whisky and cattle baron Keith Batt and his wife Margaret has been sold by receivers for $1.615 million.

El Nido, built in 1928, is one of Brisbane’s earliest Spanish Mission style homes. Located at 19 Hillside Crescent, the iconic Hamilton residence was designed by renowned architect Percy Trewern in 1927.

House on Hamilton Hill, originally known as Cassa Anna, decorated for the visit of the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh to Brisbane in 1954 Photo credit: John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland/Wikimedia Commons

Originally known as Cassa Anna, the home was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 28 February 2003. Because the home possesses a rich history, home development is restricted for the heritage-listed home. According to experts, if not for the heritage listing, the home could have been sold for up to $10 million considering it’s prime location.

The five-bedroom home is ideally located atop one of Brisbane’s premier streets with a sweeping view of the river and the CBD. Interest in the home peaked as Spanish Mission style homes in Brisbane are fairly rare and also considering the fact that El Nido is one of the most historic houses in Hamilton.

El Nido plays a vital role in illustrating the principal characteristics of Spanish Mission style homes. The unique residence is a substantial, decorative, middle-class residence specifically designed to maximize the steeply sloping block with extensive views of Brisbane and the Brisbane River.

The sale of the iconic home follows the Supreme Court of Queensland’s orders for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) to appoint Richard Hughes and David Orr of Deloitte as provisional liquidators of three companies (Nangus Holdings Group Pty Ltd, Nangus Holdings Pty Ltd, Nangus Grazing Company Pty Ltd) linked to Keith Batt and his wife, Margaret Letizia.

The investigation was ordered due to concerns about the solvency and lack of management of the companies. The ASIC is specifically concerned about a herd of approximately 261 heads of cattle abandoned by company management.

Both Keith Batt and Margaret Letizia, founder and manager of the companies, are now personally bankrupt. This disqualifies them from managing any corporations.

Domino’s CEO Buys a Stunning Home at Hamilton

Domino’s Pizza CEO Don Meij bought a new home in Hamilton for $7.25 million following the recent sale of his Ascot home.

Mr Meij acquired a new high-value home which is only 0.8 kilometres or 2 minutes away from the Ascot home which he reportedly sold for $11 million, making a tidy profit of $2.385 million.

Read: Domino’s Pizza CEO Sells Ascot Home for $11 Million

His new 515-square metre Hamilton home offers excellent views of the city and the Brisbane River. The house includes five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and four car spaces.

Built in 1960, the home sits on a massive 910-square metre block and has already undergone a contemporary renovation where the entertainment spaces were specifically designed to maximise the views of the Brisbane River, the Gateway Bridge, and the city skyline.

Sales like this seal Hamilton’s spot in Queensland’s million-dollar club. According to realestate.com.au, Hamilton’s current median property value is $1,250,000.

Retail Building in the Heart of Hamilton Sold for $12 Million

Clarence Property has acquired a commercial and retail building at 9 Hercules Street, Hamilton for $12 million to further boost their Westlawn Property Trust portfolio.

The 2,175-sqm commercial precinct is fully tenanted and currently houses Corporate Development Mentors, Exercise Sports Science Australia, Medi Pro Capital Finance, and Vystal Property Group.

The commercial precinct already has an approved unit development which provides the property investment fund manager flexibility should they decide to further develop the site in the future.

According to Clarence Property managing director Peter Fahey, the Hercules Street property offered solid returns considering the fact that Brisbane city and the fringe market remains highly competitive in the sub $15 million range.

The property is ideally located near the billion-dollar Portside Wharf which is considered as one of Brisbane’s most active retail precincts.

This has been the fourth acquisition for the Clarence Property trust over the past 12 months bringing their total investment to $46.5 million. Other successful acquisitions include the purchase of 201 Leichhardt Street Spring Hill for $14.272 million, 48 Bell-Aire Avenue Northgate for $8.475 million, and 183 Varsity Pde Varsity Lakes for $11.8 million.

Northshore Hamilton Cited as an Ideal Location for the Proposed Brisbane Seafood Market

The government is ready to support a proposal to have a major seafood market in Brisbane to boost tourism. While there is no definite site for the project yet, Northshore Hamilton is one of the suggested sites for the development.

John O’Sullivan, Managing Director of Tourism Australia, proposed the project, believing that a Brisbane seafood market will help attract more Asian visitors to the area.

Photo credit: CCO Public Domain / PublicDomainPictures / Pixabay

Minister for Innovation and Tourism Industry Development Kate Jones agreed to the proposition as the Asian market is a major growth driver to Queensland’s tourism industry.

The Asian Market and Queensland’s Tourism

Queensland’s tourism industry achieved a record high growth in visitations as more than 500,000 Chinese people visited the state in 2017. The results of the latest International Visitor Survey (IVS) by Tourism Research Australia shows that 2.7 million overnight visitors contributed $5.3 billion to Queensland’s economy in 2017.

China and Japan have been Queensland’s largest and most valuable international markets with expenditures of $1.14 billion and $432.1 million, respectively. The government continues to seek more ways to attract the Asian market to promote Queensland’s tourism.

According to Ms Jones, the international tourism market remains to be competitive and it’s important to rise to the challenge by improving Queensland’s tourism offering. A major seafood market in Brisbane can be the best project that would further boost the tourism industry.

Photo credit: www.northshorebrisbane.com.au

Targeted Sites

Northshore Hamilton’s ideal location, being close to the water and accessible via the Gateway and Kingsford Smith Drive, makes it a great site for the proposed seafood market.

Other areas being considered for the project are Bulimba, the City Centre, Howard Smith Wharves, Newstead, and South Brisbane.

Albion Train Station Set to Undergo a $750 Million Redevelopment

The Albion train station will undergo a major transformation under the $750 million Transit Oriented Development (TOD). The redevelopment is part of the Palaszczuk Government election commitment to invest in a multimillion-dollar accessibility upgrade at this station.

Photo credit: TravellerQLD/Wikimedia Commons

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said that an agreement had been signed with Geon Property, a Brisbane property developer, to redevelop the Albion precinct.

During the election campaign, the government made a commitment to invest in a multimillion-dollar accessibility upgrade at Albion train station. They will now work with the developer to ensure that it integrates with their plans for the precinct.

Photo credit: Liamdavies/Wikimedia Commons

Mr Bailey said that the fifteen-year project is set to integrate Albion train station with neighbouring commercial and residential buildings as well as nearby vacant lots, transforming it to become an exciting community asset.

“By unlocking the potential of the 3.5-hectare site through a partnership with the private sector, we will deliver enhanced public transport infrastructure for the local community.”, he added.

Ben Griffin, managing director of Geon Property, is positive that the upcoming transit-oriented development will give Albion a boost as the precinct will serve as a community hub that offers new residential accommodation, office spaces, commercial facilities for shopping and dining, upgraded transport facilities, and public access to the Albion train station.

“This project will be defined by a seamless integration of high-quality apartment living, retail, food and beverage outlets with genuine character, modern commercial offerings and vibrant public open spaces,” Mr Griffin said.

“It will offer access to Brisbane’s transport networks, integrating with one of South East Queensland’s busiest train lines, connecting to the bikeway network and providing accessible parking options.”, he added.

The redevelopment would complement Queensland Rail’s planned $17 million accessibility upgrade of Albion train station which is expected to start in late 2019. The accessibility upgrade includes new platform access with lifts, raised platform sections for improved access, and additional accessibility features like hearing aid loop, signage, and tactile flooring surfaces.

Geon Property is currently working on the design options which will be open for public feedback and community engagement. The detailed design process, development application, and approval process will start over the next 12 to 18 months.

According to Mr Bailey, construction is expected to start in 2019 – 2020. More details on the redevelopment will be available as soon as development application submittals and approvals have been completed.

Prego — Roman-Style Pizzeria Opens in Hamilton

When in Hamilton, eat as the Romans eat! Prego Pizzeria lives up to its name as it welcomes everyone who wishes to indulge in authentic stone-baked goodness.

The idea of “pizza in teglia”, the Italian for “pizza in a tray”, was brought to life by Stefano Bagnoli. Because it’s easier to make, serve, and eat, there’s no better way to eat pizza than this, he reckons.

Bagnoli was eager to bring the unique taste of Rome to Brisbane, so he teams up with some of Brisbane’s best chefs. To make Prego Pizzeria a reality, Bagnoli collaborates with Dimitri Holland and Simon Barakat, the man behind the famous Gino’s and Il Verde.

Goodbye to Soggy Pizza

Prego Pizzeria’s pizza is truly special in its Roman taste and its easy-to-pick-up rectangular shape. What’s more is that as a stone-baked pizza, it is designed to be as good as new even after reheating. Say goodbye to takeaway pizzas’ typical sogginess, because this pizza remains crispy just the way it should be.

As it promises to serve authentic Roman menu, this new pizzeria brings the classics such as margherita, sopressa, and gamberi. The dough is made in-house and each pizza is freshly made upon order. Prego Pizzeria’s menu also includes delicious salads and antipasti dishes.

Photo credit: The Gourmand & Gourmet/Facebook

Pizzas are available by the slice, four slices, eight slices, and a dozen slices. However you want your pizza, there’s an array of beer and wine choices to complete the Italian vibe.

For now, the Roman restaurant offers only dine-in service. But soon enough, their menu will be on Deliveroo and Uber Eats.

“You wanna pizza me?” their neon sign asks. If you definitely do, then go ahead and take a bite of the pizza at 1/53 Racecourse Road, Hamilton.

Follow Prego Pizzeria on Facebook for updates.

Taste High-Quality Meat from the Slow Meat Event in Hamilton

Take a bite of locally produced high-quality meat from Slow Food Brisbane at the Hamilton Town Hall.

Slow Food Brisbane is hosting Slow Meat on Friday, 23 March 2018 (7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.) at the Hamilton Town Hall, Brisbane. Enjoy guiltless, high-quality meat from small- and medium-scale producers who respect animal welfare and encourage awareness of better, cleaner, and fairer consumption habits.

“Slow food” started in Italy in 1989 to counteract “fast food.” With the globalisation of fast food, local food traditions began to disappear and people started to lose interest in the food they eat, where it comes from, how it tastes, and how their food choices affect the environment.

The Slow Food movement founder, Carlo Petrini aims to encourage interest in the origins of food, preservation of local food culture and the connection between what we eat and the world at large.

Slow Food follows three interconnected principles in food quality. These are good, clean, and fair food production. Good food means fresh and flavorful seasonal diet which satisfies the senses and are locally produced. Clean food refers to food produced in harmony with the environment while fair production means providing the right prices for consumers and fair conditions for small-scale producers.

In this event, Slow Food Brisbane is promoting Slow Meat as an answer to the problems raised by industrial agriculture which includes ecological, public health, and animal welfare concerns. This philosophy promises a “delicious future” for meat lovers.

Photo credit: Facebook/Slow Food Brisbane

Gabe Yates and Jamie Brailak, from Yajambee Farms, Mount Mee and Samford, will speak about their farms, their natural free-range Angus, the meat they produce, and why they choose to farm the way they do.

A mini degustation supper will be provided and wine is included.

Numbers are limited and bookings are essential. RSVP by 19th March, 2018 to slowfoodbrisbaneinc@gmail.com or register here.

Prepayment of $40 for Slow Food Members or $50 for Guests of Slow Food is necessary.

Payment can be sent to Slow Food Brisbane: Bendigo Bank: Acct: 144743507 BSB: 633 000. Don’t forget to indicate your name in the reference field.

Venue: Hamilton Town Hall, Brisbane Cnr Rossiter Pde & Racecourse Rd, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Annual Cheese & Champagne Pop-up Caravan Back in Portside Wharf

Photo Credit: Portside Wharf Facebook

No other culinary pairing is as timeless as cheese and wine and nobody pairs them better than the French.

Whilst French restaurants serving cheese and wine abound in Brisbane, the Portside Wharf has come up with a brilliant idea – a picnic in picturesque Hamilton whilst having great French cheese and wine. For an entire weekend.

Thus was born what has become an annual event, more popularly known as the Portside Wharf Cheese & Champagne pop-up.

This year, Portside Wharf has teamed up with The Cheese Pleaser, Gusto da Gianni, and Moët & Chandon to offer a platter of three handpicked cheese – the Le Dauphin, Comte and Blue D’Auvergne, curated by renowned cheese connoisseur, Ms Sharyn de Kort from The Cheese Pleaser. The platter will also be served with her signature apple & walnut chutney and biscuits.

Le Dauphin

Named after Louis XIV a.k.a. Le Dauphin, the heir to the throne of France, this cheese was once regarded by French royalty as the most delicious cheese they have tasted.

The aging process for Le Dauphin takes three to four months. It has a firm and tender texture with that distinctive rind aftertaste. It’s made from pasteurised cow’s milk. The main ingredients are tarragon, black pepper, parsley, and cloves, which accounts for that strong spicy taste.

Comté

This cheese is made from unpasteurised cow’s milk, exclusively acquired from Montbeliarde Cattle or French Simmental in the Franche-Comté region of eastern France.

Comté has 83 flavours in it but the strongest flavour left in the palate after tasting it is its sweet taste, with a tinge of brown-butter and roasted-nut aromas. This is made possible by the extraordinary location where this cheese is matured to perfection. The cheese is kept for 4 to 24 months inside the dark, silent caves of the Franche-Comté region of France.

Comté is a common ingredient of fondues because of its quick-melt quality.

Bleu D’Auvergne

This cheese is mostly paired with sweet dessert table wines because of its herby, peppery, and salty taste. Some say that a liking for Blue D’Auvergne is an acquired taste because of the blue-green mould in it — those bluish-green veins that give out an almost pungent aftertaste when eaten.

This French blue cheese is named after its place of origin, in the Auvergne region of south central France.

Moet & Chandon

Moët & Chandon is one of the world’s largest champagne producers. Established in 1743, it is one of the favoured libations of French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte.

Event details:

When	10 March from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. and 11 March from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Where	Portside Wharf – Turn right at Max Brenner to find the pop-up caravan
Parking	Receive 3 hours free parking when you validate your car park ticket at the pop-up

Hamilton Maintains Spot in Queensland’s Million Dollar Club as More Developments Underway

New research from the property research firm Core Logic revealed that the number of million-dollar suburbs in Queensland has doubled over the past 10 years. The state now has 38 suburbs that have a median home value of more than $1 million.

Whilst 50 percent of the suburbs that made it to the list are newcomers, Hamilton remains a mainstay on the list, withstanding the test of time.

Real estate properties continue to bloom, proving that the suburb can offer more. For instance, a regal home on 30 Windemere Road just hit the market for $1.2 million. The property has a room exclusive for wine storage. In fact, it can house an amazing 3,000 bottles of wine inside its wine cellar. The expansive room also has a table for eight for special dinners. Outside, the luxurious house has a champion-sized tennis court, a pool, and its own gym.

Hamilton has been included in what dubbed as the million dollar club since 2007. Based on other developments in the suburb, Hamilton will maintain its position in the years to come.

World’s Longest EV Super Highway Passes Hamilton

The Queensland Government has announced in January that the first phase of the Electric Super Highway has already been completed. The construction is set to become the world’s longest electric supercharger highway in a single state.

With the completion of the first phase, fast-charging stations are now installed in Hamilton, as well as in Bowen, cairns, Carnila, Childers, Gatton, Gold Coast Airport, Mackay, Marlborough, Marybough, Miriam, Vale, Rockhampton, Springfield, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Toowoomba, and Tully.

The project aims to encourage, support, and accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles in Queensland.

Queensland Electric Super Highway Map Credit: Queensland Government

Kingsford Smith Drive Upgrade – Hamilton

In November 2017, the Brisbane City Council announced that construction is well underway for road upgrades at Kingsford Smith drive. The project shall see more bus stops to accommodate the future increases in bus services along the corridor. It shall transform the routes into one corridor with the Brisbane River as the centrepiece. Overall, the upgrade shall boost business and economic development to help Hamilton adapt to more future developments.

Hamilton Hotel Hosts Girls’ Day Out After Party with Badboys Australia

Have you got your tickets yet for Sofitel Girls’ Day Out? Be sure to purchase your tickets now as there’s an official after-party for the Brisbane Racing Club’s event and it’s happening at the Hamilton Hotel on the night of 24th February.

Badboys Australia has all the entertainment covered for the evening. The highlight of the night you ask? The Australian Male Revue, the newest act from the Badboys Australia, will have a sizzling performance, performing their dynamic dance routines and showing off their dazzling acrobatics and fabulous costumes.

The Girls’ Day Out After Party at the Hamilton Hotel will also be an opportunity for everyone to witness the group’s newest gimmick at the stage — IGNITE. It is a Vegas style performance that runs for two hours non-stop. It is fully interactive, meaning ladies can dance with the boys to their hearts’ content. The performance promises to “live out every girls’ fantasy… it’s all hands on deck,” ladies!

Badboys Australia has been performing for more than 10 years now and each of their performances is catered to give their predominantly women audiences nights to remember. They have travelled throughout the US, Canada, Asia, and different states in the country and have become a household name in the ladies’ entertainment industry. The group has in fact been voted number one in ladies’ entertainment for two years in a row for the Eros Shine Awards.

For more information on this event, click here.