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Sydney Morning Herald
10-05-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
How an Oroton heir turned a $3m farm into a lavish $30m retreat
The previous high was set by music industry entrepreneur Tom Misner 's nearby Bangalow property, which has coincidentally returned to the market almost six months after he purchased it. The luxury multi-residence has a total of nine bedrooms, seven bathrooms and 10 car spaces with a $15 million price guide – the exact price the director of Studios 301 paid for it late last year. Loading The Croatian-born businessman made his fortune selling his audio engineering school SAE Institute for about $300 million in 2010. The Tuscany-inspired property is being sold through an expressions-of-interest campaign that closes on June 12, through selling agent Will Phillips of Sotheby's International Realty Byron Bay. Balgowlah Heights upgrade Back in Sydney's northern beaches, Stephen Dunne, former chief executive of AMP Capital, and his wife, Sally Treeby, a former chairperson of humanitarian organisation for girls Plan International Australia, have sold their Balgowlah Heights home for $8.5 million. Settlement documents have revealed little known software executives Melanie Cox, a former director of Dynatrace Asia-Pacific, and Peter Walker, a director of Less Ordinary Software, as the buyers of the five-bedroom, three-bathroom house. The two are not moving far, given they already live in the suburb. Since Dunne and Treeby bought the home for $1,315,000 in 1999, the couple have rebuilt the property into a modern sanctuary on the 879-square-metre block with a Caroline Pidcock design. Loading Dunne and Treeby have a keen interest in philanthropy and environmentalism, with Dunne holding numerous board and chair positions, including director of Greening Australia and a directorship and chair of Investor Group on Climate Change, the leading network for institutional investors' response to climate risk. It sold before auction through Kingsley Looker of Clarke & Humel Property, who declined to comment when contacted. Rowe sells Clovelly investment In the eastern suburbs, Jessica Rowe has sold her Clovelly investment property for $1,725,000 after owning it for 25 years. Loading The television journalist and presenter, who was made a member of the Order of Australia for her mental health advocacy, bought the light-filled two-bedroom unit for $410,000 in 2000 as her first home to live in before she met her husband, Peter Overton. The top-floor art deco property with no common walls is in a boutique block of four that is a short stroll to cafes and beaches. It sold through Bethwyn Richards of The Agency. Historic manor in Warrawee One of Warrawee's most historic homes, Wirepe, has hit the market with a price guide of $8.5 million to $9 million. Built circa 1895, the six-bedroom, four-bathroom manor was designed by architect Walter Traill. The meticulously kept residence sits on 1818 square metres and is being sold by Jennifer and Greg Smart, of Smart Property Group and Impact Group NSW, who purchased the grand home for $4.6 million in 2018 from the Pryce family. The Smarts, who have since retired, are hoping to downsize within the area as they go between their Southern Highlands acreage. It is scheduled to go under the hammer on June 14, and is being sold through Daniel Cook of McGrath St Ives.
The Age
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
How an Oroton heir turned a $3m farm into a lavish $30m retreat
The previous high was set by music industry entrepreneur Tom Misner 's nearby Bangalow property, which has coincidentally returned to the market almost six months after he purchased it. The luxury multi-residence has a total of nine bedrooms, seven bathrooms and 10 car spaces with a $15 million price guide – the exact price the director of Studios 301 paid for it late last year. Loading The Croatian-born businessman made his fortune selling his audio engineering school SAE Institute for about $300 million in 2010. The Tuscany-inspired property is being sold through an expressions-of-interest campaign that closes on June 12, through selling agent Will Phillips of Sotheby's International Realty Byron Bay. Balgowlah Heights upgrade Back in Sydney's northern beaches, Stephen Dunne, former chief executive of AMP Capital, and his wife, Sally Treeby, a former chairperson of humanitarian organisation for girls Plan International Australia, have sold their Balgowlah Heights home for $8.5 million. Settlement documents have revealed little known software executives Melanie Cox, a former director of Dynatrace Asia-Pacific, and Peter Walker, a director of Less Ordinary Software, as the buyers of the five-bedroom, three-bathroom house. The two are not moving far, given they already live in the suburb. Since Dunne and Treeby bought the home for $1,315,000 in 1999, the couple have rebuilt the property into a modern sanctuary on the 879-square-metre block with a Caroline Pidcock design. Loading Dunne and Treeby have a keen interest in philanthropy and environmentalism, with Dunne holding numerous board and chair positions, including director of Greening Australia and a directorship and chair of Investor Group on Climate Change, the leading network for institutional investors' response to climate risk. It sold before auction through Kingsley Looker of Clarke & Humel Property, who declined to comment when contacted. Rowe sells Clovelly investment In the eastern suburbs, Jessica Rowe has sold her Clovelly investment property for $1,725,000 after owning it for 25 years. Loading The television journalist and presenter, who was made a member of the Order of Australia for her mental health advocacy, bought the light-filled two-bedroom unit for $410,000 in 2000 as her first home to live in before she met her husband, Peter Overton. The top-floor art deco property with no common walls is in a boutique block of four that is a short stroll to cafes and beaches. It sold through Bethwyn Richards of The Agency. Historic manor in Warrawee One of Warrawee's most historic homes, Wirepe, has hit the market with a price guide of $8.5 million to $9 million. Built circa 1895, the six-bedroom, four-bathroom manor was designed by architect Walter Traill. The meticulously kept residence sits on 1818 square metres and is being sold by Jennifer and Greg Smart, of Smart Property Group and Impact Group NSW, who purchased the grand home for $4.6 million in 2018 from the Pryce family. The Smarts, who have since retired, are hoping to downsize within the area as they go between their Southern Highlands acreage. It is scheduled to go under the hammer on June 14, and is being sold through Daniel Cook of McGrath St Ives.
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Settecento Opens In Gorgeous Maguire Gardens Of DLTA
Settecento's Bar – designed as the centerpiece of the restaurant. Downtown Los Angeles just gained a new dining destination that combines high design, Italian culinary tradition and theatrical flair. Settecento, the newest concept from Global Dining Inc. (the group behind 1212 and La Boheme), recently opened its doors in the historic Maguire Gardens, just beside the Los Angeles Public Library. Indoor dining at Settecento From the moment you step inside, Settecento feels like something out of a classic film set. The space is anchored by cascading fountains, custom Italian marble finishes, and a chandelier of musical instruments suspended dramatically from the ceiling. Antique books from The Last Bookstore line the walls, while Italian Renaissance artwork drapes the bar. The overall effect is immersive, evocative and distinctly cinematic-somewhere between vintage Europe and modern L.A. 'At Settecento, the book-lined columns stand as the pillars of society–symbolds of the wisdom and knowledge that uphold our community,' writes CEO Lucian Tudor in an email. :The skylight above them illuminates the infinite opportunities unlocked through reading, while the chandelier of musical instruments reminds us that life itself is a harmonious melody, rich with passion and possibility." Settecento's bar is not just beautiful, it's spirited. The cocktail program offers a refined twist on Italian classics, such as a zesty Venetian Spritz and a Tuscany-inspired Negroni, each designed to evoke specific Italian regions. Whether sipped at the bar or on the outdoor patio under twinkling lights, each drink feels like a brief passport stamp to the Mediterranean. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Francesco Angri and Pizzaiolo Mario Orsini, Settecento's kitchen presents a menu that's both rooted in tradition and elevated by technique. Pastas are a standout: the Gnocchi with Ragu alla Napoletana and Pappardelle al Tartufo feel as if they were plated straight from a Neapolitan grandmother's kitchen, only sleeker. The wood-fired pizzas are baked in a one-of-a-kind, handmade clay oven that cooks each pie in under a minute. Varieties like the Funghi & Salsiccia feature hand-stretched dough and premium, Italian-imported toppings. All pizzas, pastas, breads, and pastries are crafted entirely in-house, using GMO-free flour sourced directly from Italy. For heartier entrées, guests can opt for a 24-hour marinated whole chicken, Guancia Brasata, or the show-stopping Fiorentina porterhouse steak. Settecento isn't just a dinner destination. During the day, the kitchen offers a relaxed menu of Italian street food staples, including Cuzzitiello (stuffed Neapolitan sandwiches), handmade croissants, and Italian-roasted coffee, perfect for those looking to dine alfresco in the lush Maguire Gardens. With Italian classics, the menu features something for everyone. With generous indoor and outdoor seating, Settecento is designed to host everything from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. It's also the only restaurant in Downtown L.A. with live outdoor music, featuring a dedicated stage for performances. Whether you're planning a birthday, wedding, or corporate gathering, Settecento delivers atmosphere, elegance and a hint of theatricality. Host your next outdoor birthday or celebration. By fusing timeless Italian culinary traditions with Downtown L.A.'s creative pulse, Settecento offers more than just a meal. Whether you come for the cocktails, a celebration, or the setting, Settecento promises something rare in Los Angeles: a restaurant that feeds both appetite and imagination.
