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Graham Cornes humbled by induction into Australian Hall of Fame
Congratulations Cornesy… you deserve to be a hall or famer on behalf of Glenelg and SA Football. We’re proud to have had your endorsement of Raine & Horne Glenelg.
See extract of article in today’s Advertiser about Graham, by Michelangelo Rucci..
“GRAHAM Cornes entered the Australian Football Hall of Fame last night admitting he was overwhelmed and overcome by guilt. A long-standing critic of halls of fame, saying they are “exclusive while our game is inclusive”, Cornes became the 33rd South Australian to be honoured.
Cornes is now a hall of famer at his club Glenelg, in his home state and nationally.
“I’m overwhelmed, I’m humbled and I’m also feeling a little guilty about the whole thing,” said Cornes, who declined to be a Hall of Fame selector at the Glenelg Football Club.
“I’ve never wanted to sit in judgment of my teammates – and I’ve never felt comfortable about Halls of Fame because they fail to honour the good foot soldiers in a football team. They are exclusive. Our game is inclusive.”
Cornes, 64, was recognised for his contribution to Australian football dating back to 1967 when, as a teenager working at BHP in Whyalla, he was called back to Adelaide to make his SANFL debut with Glenelg against then-premier Sturt despite not knowing his teammates.
It started one of the most illustrious playing and coaching careers in league football across three states, including New South Wales where Cornes played for St George while on national service that took him to Vietnam.
Induction to the Hall of Fame acknowledges Cornes’ critical upholding of SA’s football pride as the ultra-successful Origin coach who from the 1980s beat Victoria in an unprecedented run of six games and the inaugural Crows coach who gave the Adelaide Football Club a sound foundation from 1991.
Cornes last night recalled he never played in a winning SA State team against Victoria. His determination to make sure SA did not lose to the Big V in the 1980s – while the SANFL was being constantly raided by rich VFL clubs creating a damaging talent drain – protected SA football during its darkest era.
“Our biggest problem here had been our gigantic inferiority complex,” said Cornes.
But Cornes changed this – and with it SA’s destiny in the AFL.
Cornes left the day-to-day challenges of football at the end of the 1994 AFL season when he was dismissed as Crows coach. He then moved to the media making a mark in all forms, in particular as a powerful opinion-shaker as a co-host of Radio FIVEaa’s top-rating afternoon sports show and columnist at The Advertiser.
“I left the game,” said Cornes of his exit in 1994, “not wanting to be bitter. I wanted to be proud of my involvement.”
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Uniting People To Protect The Planet
Earth Hour 2012 – Saturday 31st March 2012, 8.30 pm
Hundreds of millions of people, businesses and governments around the world unite each year to support the largest environmental event in history – Earth Hour.
More than 5,200 cities and towns in 135 countries worldwide switched off their lights for Earth Hour 2011 alone, sending a powerful message for action on climate change. It also ushered in a new era with members going Beyond the Hour to commit to lasting action for the planet. Without a doubt, it’s shown how great things can be achieved when people come together for a common cause.
This year Earth hour has launched “I Will If You Will” on YouTube to showcase how everyone has the power to change the world we live in, bringing together the world’s biggest social video platform with the ‘world’s largest action for the environment’. The ask is simple, head to YouTube to tell us what you are willing to do to save the planet or accept one the challenges we’ve already received from our supporters.
To find out more visit EathOrg.com
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Mortgage Choice – Most Frequently Asked Questions?
With a maze of lenders to choose from, is it better to have a bank or a non-bank lender, such as credit union, managing my mortgage?
Ultimately, choosing a mortgage offered by a bank or credit union are equally acceptable options. The more significant issue is working out which lender presents the most cost-effective mortgage for your circumstances.
Since 1983, when our financial system was deregulated, the Big Four (Commonwealth, ANZ, Westpac, NAB) have faced increased competition from overseas banks and non-bank lenders. As a consequence, they have been forced to offer more competitive interest rates. That said, the banks may offer a broader range of bells and whistles, but you’ll pay for these extra features by means of fees and charges.
A credit union is a cooperative where members are customers and shareholders. They are non-profit organisations, and therefore can often offer extremely competitive loans. The rub is that you will need to join a credit union to take advantage of cheaper interest rates and fee structures, while you might find they don’t offer as much flexibility as a bank.
If you feel you need some help sifting through the web of lenders, we recommend you call Belinda Sugars; a qualified banking specialist from Mortgage Choice. To contact Belinda call 1300 768 258, or visit MortgageChoice.com.au/Belinda.Sugars.
What features should I look for in a first home?
With your finances under control with the help of Mortgage Choice, you can now hit the road in search of your first home. This is definitely the fun part, but be prepared to wear out some shoe leather finding your ideal property.
Remember too, particularly with a first home, most buyers need to make compromises – especially when it comes to the type of property or location.
That said, your home is a major investment, which should grow in value over time, and to give you the best chance of decent capital growth, take some time to consider the following factors:
1. Growth potential – look for an area where adjoining suburbs are experiencing rising values or that will benefit from a major government or commercial infrastructure spend.
2. An attractive outlook – this could be harbour, coastal, river or bushland views.
3. Distinctive features – from period features to an attractive, well-established garden, unique features can create scarcity, and in real estate, that adds value.
4. Opportunities for indoor/outdoor living.
5. A location offering proximity to transport, schools, shops and lifestyle facilities such as restaurants.
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National Outlook – Bank Rate Rise won’t stop Australian Real Estate
It angered pundits and mortgage holders alike, but Angus Raine, CEO of Raine & Horne, says the decision by the big banks to hike up variable interest rate mortgages is not the end of the world for the Australian real estate market.
“There is still more than enough good news around for the Australian real estate market,” says Mr Raine. “A rate rise is never good news for those with a mortgage or aspiring first home buyers.”
“However market sentiment is stronger than this time last year and as a consequence we’re seeing more homeowners in some markets across Australia listing their homes for sale.” At the same time, Mr Raine confirms that buyer and investor enquiry is also stronger than this time last year.
Moreover Mr Raine advises that the full benefits of the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut interest rates in November and December 2011 are yet to filter through to the property market. “The property market is a slow moving boat and it takes time for macroeconomic factors such as interest rates to flow through,” he said.
In an interesting twist, leading financial comparison website www.ratecity.com.au is urging borrowers to demand their own personal rate cut from their lender. Damian Smith, RateCity’s CEO, said borrowers could trim more than 1% off their variable home loan rate if they asked for a discount. “We’re seeing lenders offering discounts of up to 1% off their standard variable rates for basic home loans and many lenders – including the big four banks – have said they are willing to negotiate to retain their share of the home loan market,” said Mr Smith.
Away from interest rates, and owners of premium properties should take note that increasing numbers of the world’s expatriates are looking to head Down Under than anywhere else in the world. According to the world’s largest survey of expatriates, the HSBC Expat Explorer, more expats are attracted by Australia’s healthy outdoor lifestyle, friendliness and work/life balance. And once in Australia, HSBC states that expatriates are more likely to lengthen their stay or settle permanently.
Despite the earning potential being less in Australia, expatriates around the world selected Australia as the top destination for their next assignment, out-ranking other markets including the US, Singapore, Hong Kong and Canada. Of those surveyed, 71% chose Australia because it was perceived to offer a better quality of life compared to expatriates who chose the US and UK based on the perceived financial gain (54% and 55% respectively).
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Local Outlook – Growing Investor Demand is Great News for Owner-Occupiers
It angered pundits and mortgage holders alike, but Angus Raine, CEO of Raine & Horne, says the decision by the big banks to hike up variable interest rate mortgages is not the end of the world for the Australian real estate market.
“There is still more than enough good news around for the Australian real estate market,” says Mr Raine. “A rate rise is never good news for those with a mortgage or aspiring first home buyers.”
“However market sentiment is stronger than this time last year and as a consequence we’re seeing more homeowners in some markets across Australia listing their homes for sale.” At the same time, Mr Raine confirms that buyer and investor enquiry is also stronger than this time last year.
Moreover Mr Raine advises that the full benefits of the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut interest rates in November and December 2011 are yet to filter through to the property market. “The property market is a slow moving boat and it takes time for macroeconomic factors such as interest rates to flow through,” he said.
In an interesting twist, leading financial comparison website www.ratecity.com.au is urging borrowers to demand their own personal rate cut from their lender. Damian Smith, RateCity’s CEO, said borrowers could trim more than 1% off their variable home loan rate if they asked for a discount. “We’re seeing lenders offering discounts of up to 1% off their standard variable rates for basic home loans and many lenders – including the big four banks – have said they are willing to negotiate to retain their share of the home loan market,” said Mr Smith.
Away from interest rates, and owners of premium properties should take note that increasing numbers of the world’s expatriates are looking to head Down Under than anywhere else in the world. According to the world’s largest survey of expatriates, the HSBC Expat Explorer, more expats are attracted by Australia’s healthy outdoor lifestyle, friendliness and work/life balance. And once in Australia, HSBC states that expatriates are more likely to lengthen their stay or settle permanently.
Despite the earning potential being less in Australia, expatriates around the world selected Australia as the top destination for their next assignment, out-ranking other markets including the US, Singapore, Hong Kong and Canada. Of those surveyed, 71% chose Australia because it was perceived to offer a better quality of life compared to expatriates who chose the US and UK based on the perceived financial gain (54% and 55% respectively).
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Glengowrie Real Estate – 9 Coppin Street
Take a sneak peak of this beautiful family home in Glengowrie, see it before it’s open to the public for inspection…
This property is presented by Monika Bonet, Principal of Raine & Horne Glenelg… your Glenelg Real Estate Agents and Glenelg Property Management Experts.
Glenelg Real Estate – 45 High Street, Glenelg
Quick… watch this Youtube video and be the first to inspect before it’s open to the public…
Come and inspect this stunning three bedroom two story residence executive residence at 45 High Street, Glenelg. Situated in the heart of thriving Glenelg. This residence offers smart, sleek & exceptional living just a few steps away from Jetty Road &, Glenelg Beach.
This property is presented by Monika Bonet, Principal of Raine & Horne Glenelg, your Glenelg Real Estate Agent
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South Australia Real Estate Report August & September 2011
Raine & Horne South Australia CEO, Kevin Magee answers the top real estate questions every month including “HOW’S THE MARKET?” in South Australia and “WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR ME?” in the process identifying real estate opportunities, clarifying trends and providing property market tips for Raine & Horne members, Buyers, Sellers, Investors (Landlords) & Tenants.
For ongoing & concise property updates, media scoops and tips follow Kevin on Twitter @rhSA_CEO or contact Raine & Horne Glenelg, your Glenelg Real Estate Agents and Glenelg Property Management Experts.
Raine & Horne SA CEO is homeless on the 16th June… we need your help.
105,000 fellow Australians are cold and in danger tonight and you and I can help them, easily, immediately and effectively.
As a result of issues such as domestic violence, mental illness, family breakdowns, unemployment, drug and alcohol problems thousands of people are sleeping rough tonight and every night in Australia.
To help St Vinnie’s provide support and solutions to break personal cycles of poverty on 16th June, Kevin Magee - CEO of Raine & Horne South Australia is representing the Raine & Horne SA Team at St Vinnie’s annual fundraising event the ‘CEO Sleep out.’
Homelessness is not a choice and over 54,000 homeless people are turned away from supported accommodation and help services in Australia annually due to a lack of capacity.
If you can spare a tax deductible dollar or two over the next few weeks to help please visit http://bit.ly/iMYfvX
Any donations, volunteers to join in or promotion of this event to raise awareness will be greatly appreciated.
Together we can all make a difference.
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