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Mosmanites take fitness seriously. Hiking, biking, yoga, and kayaking are among the favourite ways we love to maintain our health and wellness. But the COVID-19 lockdown presented a unique challenge to Mosman residents who regularly incorporate gyms and personal trainers into their workout routines. Some of us fared better than others when staving off the ‘pandemic paunch’ while stuck at home. Things are beginning to return to normal, with a renewed dedication to fitness in Mosman and incorporating preferred exercise regimes. Return to fitness Indoors or outdoors, one-on-one or in grou
When it comes to the average household CO2 emissions per year, the world’s poorest are contributing less than 1 per cent. Yet, they are the most vulnerable to the effects of greenhouse gas emissions. Australia as one of the more wealthier countries sees households contributing to global carbon emissions and producing an average per capita carbon footprint of 17 tonnes. Calculating carbon emissions in Mosman Mosman Council is making it easy for residents to determine the average CO2 emissions per person in their households with this carbon footprint calculator. There are several lifestyle
Our team at DeBrennan recently sold a property in Mosman that came with a rare Development Approved (DA) status. DAs are formal requests with the local council to carry out development at a residential, commercial, or industrial site. DA status makes a property more attractive to buyers. It is an assurance that the future development of the site will not infringe on residential amenity or the environment and preserves heritage. Since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mosmanites have expressed more interest in home renovations now that they are spending more time at home. There is a lot
Asking people where to get the best breakfast in Mosman will always stir up a debate… especially because there are so many excellent options. Whether you come for the food, the coffee, the people or the view, you have no shortage of choice when it comes to breakfast and brunch locations. We have rounded up some of the top-rated cafes and venues, plus nominated one of our own. Some are suited to long lazy weekend breakfasts, while others are great for a quick bite. Four Frogs Crepes are underrated in Australia but Four Frogs is changing that, one venue at a time. Open from 7.30am, Four
Mosman property is some of the most sought after in Australia. If you are thinking it may soon be time to upsize, downsize or move out of the area, you no doubt have a lot to consider. Moving house in Sydney is a big job but with a little forethought and careful planning it need not be too challenging. Here’s how to pack up and move house with the minimum of stress. Find your removalists One of the simplest ways to move house is to outsource the whole process. There are plenty of companies in Sydney that specialise in moving house for you while you get on with the other important thing
From downsizers to first home buyers and busy professionals who want a low-maintenance lifestyle, apartments in good areas are always in demand. Mosman has an eclectic mix of apartments, ranging from luxurious modern pads to old-fashioned red brick ‘walk ups’ from the last century. These homes bring a diverse population to Mosman as they cover many budgets. Between 200 and 300 units have sold in Mosman each year since 2018, according to realestate.com.au. The average price of an apartment in this postcode is now over $1 million, having risen from $679,000 in 2012. Despite the low stock o
Mosman offers the ultimate blend of village-style and urban living for its residents. This suburb appreciates the finer things in life when it comes to stunning vistas, boutique shopping and delicious food. If you’re looking for somewhere special to eat, take a look at some of the fine-dining options on our doorstep. On the water One of the big draw cards of Mosman and its surrounding neighbourhoods is Sydney Harbour. A number of establishments make the most of the views and Mosman boasts some of the best waterside fine dining in Sydney. Located right on Balmoral Beach, The Public Dining
Shopping online is a standard activity and these days it applies to buying homes as well as everything else. Thanks to COVID and the high demand for property in Australia, some property sales are taking place without the buyer ever setting foot inside the home. They may rely on a buyer’s agent or simply bid from overseas so they have a place to move into when they arrive. This is why displaying a collection of good quality, appealing photos online is more important than ever. Why images sell homes Your buyer is looking for a place to call home. They want to be able to picture themselves s