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A Good Year

Can you go green without a garden? Lisa Mitchell charts 12 months of good intentions.

Looking For A Good Sport

EAST MAITLAND

A Makeover Done In Style

Views to east and west and an Art Deco feel, says Alysson Watson.

Latte Living Sweet As

Darby Street delights are just around the corner, writes Alysson Watson.

Neat And Tidy For Starters

LISTING agent Tom Heard says this property has potential.

Casa Sweet Casa, A Cool Retreat

OYSTER farmer Rod Moffat and his wife Coral are selling their Spanish-style home on just over a hectare in Raymond Terrace to retire to Mackay in Queensland.

Dazzled By Bold Strokes

Design flair has transformed this old bungalow, says Alysson Watson.

Window On Bygone Era

Space was not at such a premium when this old- timer was born, writes Michelle Harris.

Easy Care Makes For Easy Living

CAMERON PARK

Nursed Back To Glory Days

This friendly old house has been well cherished, says Alysson Watson.

Holiday Air Gives Flat Style

A bachelor says thanks and goodbye to his pad. Alysson Watson reports.

Your Letters

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The Comforts Of Home

IN one of Toronto's finest streets, this Federation-style weatherboard and tile home has a number of creature comforts, according to selling agent Nicholas Maguire, of Dowling Toronto. `Some creature comforts have been installed, such as ducted floor heating and a split-system air-conditioner,'

Split Level High

THIS split level brick veneer house in New Lambton Heights is on the market due to the owner's transfer to another city. The house offers three bedrooms, with the main having a walk-in wardrobe and direct access to the bathroom. In addition there is a study or fourth bedroom. There is also