Making Moments Count

This month marks our 5th birthday since we rebranded to Belle Property Port Macquarie.??I am extremely grateful and proud to be representing the beautiful "Belle" brand that focuses on delivering exceptional service and attention to both buyers and sellers alike.

When I was invited by?Belle Property?CEO Peter Hanscomb to become part of the Belle franchise network I knew it was the right decision as our values and vision were aligned.?The Belle Property brand is a trusted name across the country, with more than 160 offices operating in select lifestyle locations across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA & ACT.

Our focus will always be on the importance of relationships which is the "heart" of our business and that's why we LOVE what we do at Belle Property.?We play a very integral part in peoples' lives when they are making decisions for their family on what is best for them when it comes to the next place to call home.??As you may know, at Belle Property we LOVE Christmas.?The tradition of lighting up our beautiful Heritage home at 98 William Street will continue again this year so watch this space... We will also be hosting?Port Macquarie Hastings Pipes & Drums band?on our verandah & the?Salvation Army?to celebrate the spirit of Christmas and bring hope where it's needed most in our community.

P.S.?This month's lucky winner of a 12 month subscription to our?Belle Magazine is Lizzie Sarks.

If you know someone who would like to have a chance to win next month, please let them know to subscribe to this?At Home with Sue e-newsletter.

ANOTHER GORGEOUS TRENTINI MAKEOVER

Congratulations to local designer Kathryn Trentini on transforming this home design for a busy family of five, spanning three generations. She believes a home provides more than shelter, it’s a support network that inspires expansion both emotionally and spiritually, providing opportunity for growth and reflection.

Her design brief was to create a home that could withstand everything that life might throw at it. With views to the ocean, coastal hinterland and abundance of natural light it demanded a restrained palette to emphasis the beauty and tranquility of its surroundings. Check out this amazing makeover?here?or contact?Kathryn Trentini?to discuss your next makeover.

THE LIFE OF AN ICON

Beautiful AND useful! Check out local artist Catherine Grootenboer from?This & That by CJ?and her latest Frida-influenced piece - a hat stand that has been made from a panel of a 1930's cupboard.?Frida's flower headdress is made from mono-printed tissue which has been stamped with etchings of flowers and then collaged over the hand-painted panel which has also been stencilled, stamped, and collaged upon. This piece is a homage to Kahlo's instantly recogniseable naive folk-art style through CJ's unique lens. She has just been delivered to?Wauchope Creative Hub?so go over and check her out!??

And if you are a Frida fan like me.... do not miss out on?Frida Kahlo - The life of an icon?which is part of the?Sydney Festival?for the first time in Australia from 4th January 2023 for a limited season.??Book early?to experience this?unique immersive journey through the life of one of the most influential artists of all time.

LAYERS WITHIN

'The Layers Within' group exhibition features local artists?Yvonne Kiely,?Vivianne Hazenveld?and?Michelle Redman?at?Wauchope Art Gallery?until 12th November!??What I love about this creative trio of ladies is that they all support each other in unveiling their creative layers to reveal their talent.??Come and join Michelle & Vivianne in their "Drawing the Breath" Art & Movement workshop being held Sunday 6th November 10.30am - 4.30pm.

The 'Drawn from Here' creative art journal project and exhibition was established in 2018 by Illustrator and Designer,?Katherine Appleby?with assistance and support from?Sunset Gallery?Arts Manager Cherie Morton and was officially opened by?Leslie Williams MP?, Katherine came up with 'Drawn From Here' with the aim of connecting local creatives of all levels and varieties of skill and medium, and giving them an opportunity to showcase the unique diversity and styles within our local arts community. Now an annual event,?visitors and locals alike are invited to participate in this interactive community art project.

AWARD WINNING DESIGN AT BAGO MAZE

Congratulations to Ian & the team at?Bago Maze & Winery?for being awarded the National Landscape Architecture Award winners for Small Projects.??Bago Maze?has been Ian's ongoing project since 2006. With time and effort transforming it from a sketched plan into the magical hedge maze it is today. Bago Maze is a whimsical hedge maze located in the grounds adjacent to their cellar door.?It was designed and planted in 2006 using over 2200 native Lilly Pilly plants (Syzygium smithii).

The design incorporates a myriad of symbology inspired by the surrounding vineyards and its produce, wine. By walking its paths, one undertakes a journey symbolising the process of wine production, from vineyard to consumption. Two interlaced spirals represent the the cyclic and seasonal nature of the vineyards and are a figurative depiction of grapevine tendrils while the second half of the maze depicts a bunch of grapes, the final product of the vineyard. Hidden within the mazes secretive paths are lookout towers, bridges and sunken paths and hidden items to find. The maze is suitable for people of all ages and abilities.?This family friendly tourist attraction and winery is only 30 minutes' drive from Port Macquarie.

Bago’s Free monthly music Sunday will be held on Sunday 13 November. Be entertained for 3 hours from 11.30am to 2.30pm as?Nikki Rudge?entertains on the Pergola. Bago gates are open 9am - 5pm with last Maze entry at 4pm. Bring along a picnic lunch and fold up chair, sit back and relax in the picturesque Bago venue. Bookings for Maze entry and Cheese/Meat Platters is advisable?click here.

GARDENISTA FESTIVAL COMBOYNE

Have you picked where you plan to start your Gardenista adventure at Comboyne 12-13 November??A festival of gardens, food, wine and art.?View the full program of events?https://ow.ly/sWQI50L7KIN

At Belle Property, we are proud to bring you?Sitchu Living, a fortnightly magazine designed to inform, engage and inspire you with sophisticated lifestyle ideas.?

Pop into the Belle Property office at 98 William St for your free copy - yes, that's right, it's free! Or?check it out online here.?

We acknowledge the Birpai people, the traditional owners of the land in which we work and live, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We extend our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who choose to call Port Macquarie Hastings?home.