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Coming up roses

New-release rose season is always eagerly anticipated. Here are Helen Young’s favourites from this year’s bunch.

The next Chapter

Having brought its owners 20 years of enjoyment, a country retreat in NSW’s Hunter Valley receives a well-deserved update.

Sporting CHANCE

Motoring expert and WhichCar presenter Elise Elliott goes for a spin with actor Krista Vendy and discovers why she loves sports cars and apartment living.

Rural RETREAT

Interior designer Sibella Court takes a tour of this country haven in Victoria, which is available for holiday stays.

Restored glory

Rescued from disrepair, this Federation home in Sydney is now the perfect balance of period character and fresh new features.

GRAPE AFFECTION

With fertile soil and natural access to water, this winery’s garden in Victoria is now a source of inspiration for the next generation.

LET'S BE FRANC

The wonderful wines coming from the Loire Valley are worth a try, writes Toni Paterson.

GRAND PLAN

A genteel homestead and gardens on this Queensland grazing property are enjoying a new lease of life, thanks to their ‘retired’ owners.

Free spirit

Interior designer Sibella Court has turned to the calm and sanctuary of life by the sea in her characterful home south of Sydney.

DISH WASHERS

They’re quieter, smarter and more efficient than ever – here’s how to choose a new dishwasher with confidence, writes Georgia Madden.

Grand central

Splendid vision transformed a tired 1880s terrace in Sydney into a glorious, glamorous and comfortable home.

Home Away From Home

A lovingly renovated bush-meets-beach property in sydney captured the hearts of its owners, a well-travelled family of four.

Beside The Seaside

After a thoughtful makeover, this 1930s home on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula is as spectacular inside as it is out.

Set Your Room Up Well And The Rest Should Follow

There’s no need to feel like you’re losing at the sleep game: set your room up well and the rest should follow

Holiday At Home

Once an “ugly duckling”, this 1990s home on the NSW Central Coast is now a welcoming family retreat.

Drinks Essential Ingredient

A splash (or more) of wine boosts the flavour of a whole host of dishes from entree to dessert

Driver's SEAT

Motoring expert and WhichCar presenter Elise Elliott visits classic-car lover Jen Eagles in her equally magnificent Melbourne home.

COMPANION PLANTING

As this garden took shape, so too a strong friendship grew between the property’s keen-to-learn owner and the landscape designer she entrusted with it.

Rock The Casbah

Divine design, diverse landscapes, fabulous food and shopping make Morocco a shining jewel in North africa’s crown, writes Paul Myers.

Let There Be Light

In sydney’s east, renovating from the inside out gave this 1980s home a fresh new face and a sunnier disposition.

That Holiday Feeling

Summertime and the living is...? Here, six cultural movers and shape-makers share what they’re planning, reading and thinking about this holiday season.

Modern Love

A bit of a rough diamond when purchased, this Mid-Century home in Melbourne positively sparkles after a sensitive renovation.

Outside Interest

Set the scene for a relaxing summer with these cool, casual and comfortable pieces for outdoor areas.

Living History

The Myer name needs no introduction, but not so well known is the Melbourne garden loved by four generations of the philanthropic family.

Light Touch

Illuminate your garden and open up the space for entertaining with a switched-on outdoor lighting scheme. Georgia Madden explains how.

View Finders

A relaxed, beachy beauty runs right through this freshly extended home on sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Follow The Art

Treasured collections take pride of place in these Melbourne downsizers’ compact new home, an abode that easily adapts to use and the time of day.

Buena Vista

For Sydney interior designer Annie Benjamin, a slow-and-steady approach to renovation delivered a magnificent old-meets-new home.

Level Best

Having seized the opportunity to live in their dream location, the owners of this home on the NSW Central Coast built a glam retreat they never want to leave.

Gift Of Family

With a holiday home to share, there’s a beachy Christmas on the horizon.