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Coastal Paradise

Coastal Paradise

Set on approximately 110ha of coastal saltmarsh across three contiguous allotments, ‘Coastal Paradise’ is a tranquil getaway abutting the Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park with 1.2km frontage to the channel linking it to the Coastal Park.

The property comprises saltmarsh of very high conservation values and is an important area of core habitat for both marine and terrestrial species.

Situated in a quiet coastal village, 18km from Yarram shopping centre and 85km to Traralgan and is within close proximity to Ninety Mile Beach and Tarra-Bulga National Park.

Address: Neils Road, Yarram 3971

Region: West Gippsland

Size: 109.89 ha

Price: In the vicinity of $500,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Amenities

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Candlebark Rises - Sold

Home on the range

Under two hours’ drive northeast of Melbourne in the Strathbogie Ranges, this 20.5 ha bush block runs east/west and is bisected by a spring-fed creek running north/south. The west facing area is on a slight slope and dominated by Narrow Leaf Peppermint and Messmate with an open understorey of Cassinia, Musk daisy bush and Prickly Currant Bush. The creekline contains beautiful tree ferns and with a canopy dominated by Manna Gum. The west-facing slopes contains massive Narrow-leafed Peppermints and a open shrub layer and diverse ground layer. Currently vacant. There is a potential site for a house (STCA).

Address: 70 Spaniaks Road, Highlands 3249

Region: Goulburn-Broken

Size: 20.5 ha

Price: $260,000 – 285,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Amenities

Along a stretch of road with other similar properties that enjoy stunning views, the property is within easy reach of Seymour and Yea. Highlands has a CFA Depot and Community Hall, with tennis court attached.

Active organisations include the School Council, Hall Committee, Highlands-Caveat CFA, Land Care, the Purple Sage Group, Highlands Arts Experience (HiArts), Spinning Group, Highland Scribblers and Highland Ramblers.

Regular train services to Melbourne and the northeast, including to Sydney, all operate out of Seymour. A regular bus service to and from Melbourne comes through Yea. School buses service the area travelling to Yea and Seymour schools.

Seymour and Yea are the closest shopping areas, with supermarkets in each town open seven days a week. Most other small shops close lunchtime Saturday. Larger shopping areas are located at Wangaratta and Shepparton approximately 90 minutes away, with Melbourne less than 2 hours away.

Municipal libraries are available in Seymour and Yea.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Mirrabooka - SOLD

Peaceful getaway

Set on just over 15 ha of remnant foothill forest, ‘Mirrabooka’ is a peaceful getaway only two hours from Melbourne nestled among large Box Ironbark. The property currently contains an unpermitted cabin. There are several nearby natural attractions, including Mount Samaria State Park, Lake Eildon, Mount Buller and the High Country. Also nearby are several small wineries, scenic drives, and the Great Victoria Rail Trail.

Address: 218 Shorts Road, Merton 3715

Region: Goulburn-Broken

Size: 15.6 ha

Price: $395,000 – $425,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Amenities

The property is located in a rural lifestyle area amongst similar sized allotments. The property itself is relatively secluded but with no existing cleared house site, aside from around the small unpermitted bungalow. There are several nearby natural attractions, including Mount Samaria State Park, Lake Eildon, Mount Buller and the High Country. Also nearby are several small wineries, scenic drives, and the Great Victoria Rail Trail.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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Conway Rises - SOLD

Haven in the Otways

Part of the Stony Rises Woodland of the Victorian Volcanic Plains region, this 64 ha property features numerous small- to medium-sized wetlands of very good quality and containing a high diversity of native plant species and providing excellent habitat for to birds, reptiles, and other fauna. Several locations offer the opportunity for house sites (STCA).

Address: 1755 & 1805 Princes Highway, Pirron Yallock 3249

Region: Corangamite

Size: 64.5 ha

Price: $385,000

Contact: Michael Fry, 0418 107 413, (03) 9631 5888 or revolvingfund@tfn.org.au.org.au

Native flora

Stony Rises Woodland dominates the site. Manna Gum and Swamp Gum comprise most of the canopy, with some tall Blackwood and Cherry Ballart also common. Tall shrubs such as Daisy-bush and Tree Violet comprise the mid story. The understory is herb-rich amongst swards of grasses. Ground ferns are common. A series of wetlands occur across the site, interspersed between the stony rises. Each appear unique in flora composition.

Native fauna

Several threatened species have been seen or heard on the site including: Australasian Bittern, Grey Goshawk, Growling Grass Frog, Pied Cormorant and the Yarra Pygmy Perch.

Amenities

The site is located approximately 15-mins from Colac, 160 km drive from Melbourne (2hr drive), just over an hour from Geelong, Warrnambool and the Otway Ranges. Close to the Floating Islands Flora and Fauna Reserve and Mamre Hotel.

Please note that a Trust for Nature conservation covenant will be placed on the property title.

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