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News.com.au
14 hours ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
Albert Park: Essendon's Andrew McGrath's $2m+ deal
Bombers' vice-captain Andrew McGrath and fiance Emma Laughlin have scored a seven-figure sale for their Albert Park house. The couple put their renovated Victorian-era residence on the market in March. Kay & Burton partner James Driver, who had the listing alongside colleague Campbell Kilsby, declined to comment on the price it fetched. But industry sources indicated the three-bedroom abode recently sold above its asking range for $2.675m. McGrath previously told the Herald Sun that he purchased the double-storey pad at 85 Richardson St as his first home, at the age of 21. Prior to Ms Laughlin moving in, he counted Essendon players Jordan Ridley and Sam Durham among his housemates. 'They're like brothers to me and we spent a lot of time enjoying the house and sharing commutes to work,' McGrath said at the time. 'On days off, we had a lot of trips to the beach, as three athletes we spent a lot of time there in recovery and took advantage of the great cafes nearby.' In 2016, McGrath joined the Bombers as number one pick in the national draft. The defender has since collected a number of awards including multiple gongs from his own club, the 2020 Adam Ramanauskas Most Courageous Player award among them. He also received the 2023 and 2024 Bruce Heymanson Best Clubman award. In 2022, McGrath played his 100th match for Essendon and was appointed the team's vice-captain the next year. The Albert Park house's kitchen is fitted with stone benches, Miele appliances and an integrated fridge and freezer. A gas fireplace graces the living and dining area, while floor-to-ceiling sliding doors lead to a rear outdoor space where McGrath added a deck. Two ground-floor bedrooms feature wardrobes, ornate ceilings and open fireplaces. Upstairs, the main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. Mr Driver said that three sets of buyers competed for the keys during an expressions of interest process before a couple emerged as the successful purchasers. 'There was really strong interest, the property was well inspected from day one by a combination of local and out-of-area buyers,' Mr Driver said. He said that with the Reserve Bank of Australia widely expected to announce further rate cuts to the nation's official cash rate later this year, more buyers were making offers 'rather than sitting on the sidelines'. 'Consumer confidence has lifted in the property market,' Mr Driver added.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
CMLC announces more affordable homes for Calgarians
Low-income Calgarians could benefit from about 230 affordable homes being built in the southeast community of Albert Park/Radisson Heights.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Carrie Bickmore hails footy star Scott Selwood's incredible sacrifice just after losing a second brother in 'the most horrific personal circumstances'
Aussie radio presenter Carrie Bickmore has paid tribute to Scott Selwood after the former footy star completed a solo marathon to raise money for charity just weeks after the death of his brother, Adam. Selwood, now assistant coach of Collingwood, had been planning to run in South Africa 's Big Five Marathon with Bickmore but was forced to pull out due to the tragic death of Adam in May. Adam's death at the age of 41 came just three months after his identical twin and fellow former AFL player Troy Selwood died. Scott's commitment to the cause remained, with him completing 42.2km around Albert Park on Saturday - raising money for Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer in the process. Former player Isaac Smith joined Bickmore in South Africa in Selwood's place, running a marathon with just three week's notice. 'Collapsed against the wall is Scott Selwood, who was due to participate in The Big 5 with us but had to pull out at the last minute due to the most horrific personal circumstances,' Bickmore posted to Instagram. Selwood (above) had been planning to run in South Africa 's Big Five Marathon with Bickmore but was forced to pull out due to the tragic death of Adam in May. Former player Isaac Smith (pictured flat on his back above) joined Bickmore in South Africa in Selwood's place 'He still chose to do the marathon in Australia at the same time as we did ours in South Africa. He ran around Albert Park lake and did the 42K alone. What a superhuman effort. 'The pic of the man laying down is Isaac Smith, a former footy player who stepped in with 3 weeks to go and only managed 3 training runs before running The Big 5 marathon. 'He nearly got medic'd off the course because he was so unwell, but he wouldn't let them stop him running. He completed the marathon, the colour of grey, and stumbling everywhere but he did it. He did it for Scott. 'Sending love to both of you. You are both beautiful humans.' Alongside the message, Bickmore posted an image of both Selwood and Smith after running their respective marathons. Smith, who has a newborn at home, said stepping up to run the race was a no-brainer for him. 'There wasn't really a question because they've done so many amazing things for so many people,' he said. 'They're a beautiful family and I'll do anything to help them out.' Adam (pictured delivering a eulogy for brother Troy) was planning on a charity run in Perth at the time of his death Before his death, Adam Selwood was meant to run a half-marathon to honour his brother Troy. He hoped to raise $10,000 for WA charity zero2hero, which supports mental health leadership and suicide prevention. A group of Adam's friends – including West Coast teammates – finished what he started by running the race.
ABC News
2 days ago
- Sport
- ABC News
Carrie Bickmore pays tribute to Isaac Smith and Scott Selwood after gruelling marathon
Radio host Carrie Bickmore has paid tribute to former AFL players Isaac Smith and Scott Selwood after both ran a full marathon to raise funds for brain cancer. Smith, the four-time premiership winner with Hawthorn and Geelong, joined Bickmore in for the Big 5 marathon in South Africa after just three weeks of preparation. Selwood was scheduled to join Bickmore's squad in South Africa, but pulled out after the tragic death of his brother Adam Selwood last month. Despite this, the ex-Geelong midfielder ran the 42 kilometres by himself around the Albert Park lake in Melbourne. "The definition of mate ship right here," Bickmore wrote in a post praising the duo on Instagram. "Collapsed against the wall is Scott Selwood, who was due to participate in The Big 5 with us but had to pull out at the last minute due to the most horrific personal circumstances. He still chose to do the marathon in Australia at the same time as we did ours in South Africa. He ran around Albert Park lake and did the 42K alone. What a superhuman effort. "The pic of the man laying down is Isaac Smith, a former footy player who stepped in with 3 weeks to go and only managed 3 training runs before running The Big 5 marathon. He nearly got medic'd off the course because he was so unwell, but he wouldn't let them stop him running. He completed the marathon, the colour of grey, and stumbling everywhere but he did it. He did it for Scott. "Sending love to both of you. You are both beautiful humans." Bickmore's message accompanied an image which showed both Smith and Selwood immediately after running their respective marathons. The Big 5 marathon is considered one of the toughest courses in the world. Runners weave their way through an African wildlife park with animals such as lions, elephants and rhinos. Adam Selwood died at 41 on May 17 and was farewelled by his loved ones at a private funeral in Perth last month, just months after his twin brother Troy also died and was given a public service at Geelong's Kardinia Park in February. The four Selwood brothers combined for 786 games during their respective careers, an AFL record for the most combined games by siblings.
News.com.au
4 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Why this $2.3m Melbourne apartment includes Porsche
Melbourne's latest listing throws in leather, horsepower and lake views, and that's just the car. A full-floor residence perched above Albert Park Lake has hit the market with one of the city's most daring incentives: a Porsche Boxster 718 included as part of the sale for any buyer who pays the full $2.359m asking price. The four-bedroom apartment at 801/K1 Union St delivers panoramic views across the Grand Prix circuit, Port Phillip Bay and the CBD skyline, and now comes with a six-figure lifestyle bonus in the basement. Gary Peer & Associates St Kilda director Jeremy Rosens said the decision to include the Porsche was about making a statement. 'Honestly, I'm surprised more people don't offer a Porsche,' Mr Rosens said. 'There's an incredible synergy between the apartment and the car, they both exude style, performance and prestige.' Mr Rosens said the vehicle will be gifted to the buyer as part of the sale, with a sleek, universally appealing model and colour chosen for maximum impact and immediate availability. 'It's a lifestyle statement as much as a marketing hook,' he said. 'We wanted something that would stop the scroll, start a conversation and ultimately deliver real value to the buyer.' It's the first time the Gary Peer & Associates St Kilda director has included a car in a campaign, but he said the move reflects a growing need for creativity in Melbourne's prestige market. 'Buyers are bombarded with options, so your listing has to stand out,' Mr Rosens said. 'A Porsche tends to do that.' The apartment itself spans the entire eighth floor of an architecturally designed building and includes private lift access, a gas fireplace, stone kitchen, timber floors, automated blinds and a designer ensuite with brushed rose gold tapware. Mr Rosens said floor-to-ceiling glazing opens to a vast undercover terrace, while the secure complex features video intercom entry, keypad access and basement parking for two cars, one of which now comes with a very stylish occupant. 'It's ideal for downsizers, professionals, returning expats or even young families who want to be close to the city, great schools and the beach,' he said. 'You're walking distance to Albert Park Lake, Fawkner Park, Chapel St, and minutes from St Kilda Beach, it's one of Melbourne's most liveable locations.'
