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Daily Mail
12-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Spot on! Billionaire heiress Francesca Packer makes a fashion statement in an eye-catching black and white polka dot jumpsuit paired with Valentino heels and a Chanel tweed handbag
Billionaire heiress Francesca Packer turned heads in Potts Point, Sydney over the weekend when she stepped out in an eye-catching black and white polka dot jumpsuit. The one-piece featured flared trousers and a black tie at the waist. Packer paired the all-in-one with $1690 Valentino black one stud patent heels and a pricey Chanel tweed handbag. She also wore designer shades as she strutted down the street scrolling on her iPhone. The brunette appeared to be makeup free and had her chocolate locks down in a straight style. She did show off a set of freshly manicured nails in a deep red shade. Francesca is the daughter of Australian investor Gretel and the granddaughter of the late media mogul Kerry Packer. Her uncle, Australian billionaire James, is the former owner and chairperson of of the high-profile Crown Resorts. Francesca recently offloaded her amazing Sydney apartment after first listing the luxury pad almost a year ago. She reputedly pocketed $30million in the sale after purchasing the five-bedroom spread back in 2019 for $16.75million. Located in Darlinghurst, 2km from the CBD, the penthouse covers an entire floor of the prestigious Horizon building and features spectacular views of the city skyline. Francesca first listed the luxury flat in November 2023 for an eye-watering $32million. But after languishing on the market for seven months, the beautifully appointed apartment was re-listed in June 2024 for $30million. The agent involved in the sale would not confirm the purchase, reported the Wentworth Courier. However, real estate insiders informed the publication that Francesca's apartment recently went under the hammer to a local buyer for 'close to' the asking price. According to the report, the cashed-up heiress sold off the pad because she wanted to spend more time in her alternate home base of London. Designed by famed Australian-Austrian architect Harry Seidler, the apartment boasts five-bathrooms, Cote D'Azure marble. A balcony that offers a 360-degree view of Sydney's famed harbour.
Daily Telegraph
10-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Telegraph
Record warehouse seller emerges as $15m buyer of rare penthouse
The doctor who just sold his inner-city warehouse for a suburb record-breaking price has emerged as an off-the-plan buyer of a luxury $15m penthouse. Dr Andrew Goy recently achieved $12.4m for designer Stephen Collins's conversion of the old Labor Club premises at 464 Bourke St, Surry Hills, a record for Surry Hills. The now semi-retired medical specialist bought the 370sqm space for $2.8m in 2008, commissioning Colllns for the impressive revamp, creating a four-bedroom, five-bathroom residence. The sales agent, Maclay Longhurst of Sotheby's, has been tightlipped on both the purchaser and also where Goy is headed. MORE: Homeowners hoping for $40m windfall But other sources have confirmed he bought the $15m 300sqm penthouse at a rare designer project called Henri House, at 349 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst, when it was launched in February. Savvy buyers were quick to pounce on the first top-end apartment development on offer in the hot inner city suburb in 12 years. The agent for Henri House, Ben Stewart of Stewart Residential, was equally tongue-tied when discussing any of the purchasers in the exclusive boutique project. He sold $42m worth of apartments in the first week. 'It's a sign of confidence in the market for off-the-plan,' Stewart said at the time. The executive chairman and founder of premium developer Abadeen, Justin Brown, had said: 'This year has shown renewed confidence in the market, with strong demand for premium projects like Henri House.' There'll be just two apartments per floor, both north facing, with interiors by Studio McCue. And also a communal rooftop terrace, with landscaping by Dangar Barin Smith. A range of three-bedroom apartments remain at Henri House, priced from $8m. The project will be complete in early 2027. The new build, a joint venture between Abadeen Group and Phoenix Property Investors (PPI), replaces a 1960s block of 22 apartments. The display suite is located close by at 379 Liverpool St.
News.com.au
10-05-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Record warehouse seller emerges as $15m buyer of rare penthouse
The doctor who just sold his inner-city warehouse for a suburb record-breaking price has emerged as an off-the-plan buyer of a luxury $15m penthouse. Dr Andrew Goy recently achieved $12.4m for designer Stephen Collins's conversion of the old Labor Club premises at 464 Bourke St, Surry Hills, a record for Surry Hills. The now semi-retired medical specialist bought the 370sqm space for $2.8m in 2008, commissioning Colllns for the impressive revamp, creating a four-bedroom, five-bathroom residence. The sales agent, Maclay Longhurst of Sotheby's, has been tightlipped on both the purchaser and also where Goy is headed. Homeowners hoping for $40m windfall But other sources have confirmed he bought the $15m 300sqm penthouse at a rare designer project called Henri House, at 349 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst, when it was launched in February. Savvy buyers were quick to pounce on the first top-end apartment development on offer in the hot inner city suburb in 12 years. The agent for Henri House, Ben Stewart of Stewart Residential, was equally tongue-tied when discussing any of the purchasers in the exclusive boutique project. He sold $42m worth of apartments in the first week. 'It's a sign of confidence in the market for off-the-plan,' Stewart said at the time. The executive chairman and founder of premium developer Abadeen, Justin Brown, had said: 'This year has shown renewed confidence in the market, with strong demand for premium projects like Henri House.' There'll be just two apartments per floor, both north facing, with interiors by Studio McCue. And also a communal rooftop terrace, with landscaping by Dangar Barin Smith. A range of three-bedroom apartments remain at Henri House, priced from $8m. The project will be complete in early 2027. The new build, a joint venture between Abadeen Group and Phoenix Property Investors (PPI), replaces a 1960s block of 22 apartments. The display suite is located close by at 379 Liverpool St.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Driver's 'dishonest and selfish' act on Aussie road sparks council investigation
The divisive move has highlighted an all too common problem on Australia's roads . A bollard appearing to reserve a parking space in front of a row of houses in Sydney has sparked anger Source: Reddit/WagsPup Anyone who drives through one of Australia's major cities will know how difficult finding somewhere to park can be — especially for local residents. While it's tempting to flout the road rules simply to find somewhere to stop, one Aussie driver has been blasted for appearing to reserve a space on a popular stretch of road just minutes from the Sydney CBD. An image taken on Forbes Street in the busy inner-city suburb of Darlinghurst, on Wednesday, shows an orange bollard placed in the middle of a parking space on the street outside a row of terraced homes. The angry resident who snapped the scene told Yahoo News the move was "dishonest, arrogant, entitled and selfish" and questioned how such an act is even allowed. ADVERTISEMENT "I'm a local resident that has to deal with similar parking challenges," they explained, adding that it "doesn't mean you do a con job to benefit yourself." Parking in the area is restricted to residents with permits and visitors who can stay for just one hour. Council investigates 'dishonest' parking move A City of Sydney spokesperson confirmed council has launched an investigation after being contacted by Yahoo. "Reserving parking spaces, or placing items on a roadway to reserve a space, is not permitted within the City of Sydney for private parking purposes," the spokesperson said. Those wishing to reserve a space for construction, events, or film shoots must apply to the City of Sydney. The spokesperson encouraged the public to contact council. "We have not received any recent complaints about the use of a parking space on that part of Forbes Street. We will now investigate the matter," the spokesperson said. Drivers called out a resident for reserving limited street parking with orange traffic cones in Leichhardt, located in Sydney's inner west Source: Facebook Have you witnessed a frustrating parking scene outside your home? Contact News Editor Courtney Greatrex at Aussies' extreme measures to secure parking spaces It's not the first time that extreme measures have been taken to secure an inner-city parking space. Last year, one driver infuriated locals by allegedly reserving a space near their home for "months" with the use of orange traffic cones. ADVERTISEMENT Another Melbourne resident exposed a dodgy tactic by her neighbour, who was asked her to move her car before blocking off the area with traffic cones. Frustratingly, her Jeep Patriot is too big to fit in the garage under her apartment complex, meaning street parking is her only option. 'There is limited parking as it is,' Melbourne woman Parker told Yahoo News Australia. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
News.com.au
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Sydneysider's ‘entitled' parking move ignites feud
We all know how difficult it can be to find parking in the Inner City, especially when many residents don't have parking spaces on their properties. Now, one person has ignited a fierce debate over the lengths they went to in order to nab a spot on a busy street. They have since been labelled as 'taking the p**s' after their sneaky attempt to reserve a parking spot went viral online. In a photo shared by a fellow Sydneysider on Reddit, a parking space in front of a row of terraces has been cordoned off by a fluorescent orange traffic cone. The poster claims that it was in a restricted residential parking zone in the city's Inner East, and some internet sleuths identified it as Forbes Street in Darlinghurst. In restricted residential parking zones, on-street parking is reserved for residents and their guests, usually with time limits for those without permits. 'Don't want to start an argument' As someone with a resident parking permit, the poster was understandably frustrated and considered their options in dealing with the situation. 'Are they taking the p**s reserving a street spot for themselves?' they asked the r/sydney community. They noted that there was no construction around the orange marker, so they wondered if they could take matters into their own hands and just remove it themselves, as it looked temporary, but admitted they were 'a bit too scared' that the person who placed the cone could retaliate. 'Would reporting it to the council do anything? I don't want to start an argument,' they added. Sydney council responds A City of Sydney spokesperson told 'Reserving parking spaces, or placing items on a roadway to reserve a space, is not permitted within the City of Sydney for private parking purposes'. They stated that applications need to be submitted to and approved by the City of Sydney to temporarily reserve a space for construction, events or film shoots. 'If a member of the public has concerns about potential illegal use of a space(s) and alerts the City, Rangers are called to investigate,' the spokesperson explained. They said the council has not received any recent complaints about the use of a parking space on that part of Forbes Street but will now investigate the matter. 'Classic, selfish, entitled' After calling it 'classic, selfish, entitled Sydney' behaviour, the post's author asked the group for their opinion on the situation, with some taking a more lighthearted approach than others. 'I reckon you could get it lodged quite high in that tree on the right,' joked one. Another shared, 'Remove it, park there and then put a note on it saying thanks for reserving a spot for me'. Locals suggest reporting to council However, others provided more practical solutions. 'Use the Snap Send Solve app to notify your local council,' said one. 'They will have someone come and remove the bollard'. Multiple reports from Sydney locals confirm that councils respond to complaints about cones being used to reserve parking, which supports the City of Sydney's comments. 'It's a traffic hazard,' claimed another. 'Needs to be removed for safety'. 'I hate this,' quipped another, while someone else suggested a 'Karen' likely put it there. Others show sympathy However, other commenters suggested that the original poster could give the person the benefit of the doubt. 'If it's a one-off, then they probably just needed the space to unload something big,' one person wrote. 'I have some sympathy as it can be very difficult to arrange movers and work in the inner city suburbs,' someone else added. 'You never know what someone is going through,' yet another reply read. It comes after another driver's similarly 'entitled' parking act divided Sydney locals last year. A fed-up resident shared a photo of several traffic cones set up along the kerb of a street in Leichardt, in the Inner West of Sydney. They said they had been set up for 'months' and didn't look 'renovation-related'. The Inner West Council prohibits this behaviour and penalties range from $330 to $660.
