PropertyInvesting.com | #Planning Permit | Activity https://www.propertyinvesting.com/members/planning/activity/ Activity feed for #Planning Permit. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:40:45 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.8.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 9573b5fe22254464265e7fed716e27ae #Planning Permit replied to the topic Subdivision- does lot size matter? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016806-subdivision-does-lot-size-matter/#post-5016892 Thu, 26 Nov 2015 09:19:08 +0000 Thanks Buyers Agent. Yes these planning schemes can cause challenges. Fortunately Melbourne has not gone as far as NSW did with OSD- my first dual occ 15 years ago went through that. I resolved through a WSUD design-instead of an extensive concrete tank under the driveway- something in vogue now.

]]> 2bba1659458a848825c6fb4fa0452005 #Planning Permit started the topic Subdivision- does lot size matter? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016806-subdivision-does-lot-size-matter/ Tue, 24 Nov 2015 17:07:23 +0000 There are a myriad of criteria to consider before one can say I have a so many square meters block and I should be able to fit in 3 or 4 units on it. Some criteria to carefully study are not only the residential zones in Victoria but the Schedules attached to those Zones.Lot size, width of site- which comes in useful for turning circles-…[Read more]

]]> 78920229950eee8682273e44f73fa694 #Planning Permit started the topic Does Size alone determine the success and yield of a property subdivision. in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016678-size-alone-not-determine-the-success-and-yield-of-a-property-subdivision/ Sat, 21 Nov 2015 03:21:32 +0000 Here is a great read on what to look for in 4 unit developments. There is more to property developing and town planning than you would expect.Some information may be surprising but that is what VCAT and Council’s planning officers will look for before making a decision on your planning application for multi unit subdivision. Its real hands on…[Read more]

]]> 78920229950eee8682273e44f73fa694 #Planning Permit started the topic Size alone not determine the success and yield of a property subdivision. in the forum Heads Up! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5016678-size-alone-not-determine-the-success-and-yield-of-a-property-subdivision/ Sat, 21 Nov 2015 03:21:32 +0000 Here is a great read on what to look for in 4 unit developments. There is more to property developing and town planning than you would expect.Some information may be surprising but that is what VCAT and Council’s planning officers will look for before making a decision on your planning application for multi unit subdivision. Its real hands on…[Read more]

]]> b74e7b74af4af446a87e9f67ec435d87 #Planning Permit started the topic Answers in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015280-true-bloo-blue/ Sat, 31 Oct 2015 11:55:31 +0000 We need honest dual occupancy and property subdivision answers from those who know and have done it over and over again.

]]> cd10207d7392e31aab0cb58d03e9e90a #Planning Permit started the topic Answers in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015280-true-bloo-blue/ Sat, 31 Oct 2015 11:55:31 +0000 We need honest dual occupancy and property subdivision answers from those who know and have done it over and over again.

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]]> b1ca2be6ef570c85e8411470ca4238f2 #Planning Permit started the topic True bloo..Blue in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015280-true-bloo-blue/ Sat, 31 Oct 2015 11:55:31 +0000 We need honest dual occupancy and property subdivision answers from those who know and have done it over and over again.

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]]> e0aca5149abcb9ee049f78e8929fda3b #Planning Permit started the topic True bloo..Blue in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015280-true-bloo-blue/ Sat, 31 Oct 2015 11:55:31 +0000 True Blue

We need honest dual occupancy and property subdivision answers from those who know and have done it over and over again.
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]]> c585b44a8bd3d4ad326ef0276f0ad4f9 #Planning Permit started the topic True bloo..Blue in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015280-true-bloo-blue/ Sat, 31 Oct 2015 11:55:31 +0000 True Blue

We need honest dual occupancy and property subdivision answers from those who know and have done it over and over again.
Enjoy the music- sad but memorable
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]]> cc0b386a168078c762b97bc6ef062034 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Investing under $300k for Cashflow Positive / High Yield property in VIC ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015057-investing-under-300k-for-cashflow-positive-high-yield-property-in-vic/#post-5015135 Tue, 27 Oct 2015 20:16:33 +0000 You need to go outside Melbourne- find a block you can subdivide and sell off the new lot to pay down debt or build the dual occ and get 2 incomes to be cash positive. There are properties like this within 100K of Melbourne CBD where rental demand is high- easy to commute to work.
Property may cost around 200K+. Build cost about $150K+. Rental…[Read more]

]]> 6ef549de1fc9b8522b72c8d3027c6ae5 #Planning Permit started the topic Dual Occupancy design with a difference in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5015012-dual-occupancy-design-with-a-difference/ Sat, 24 Oct 2015 19:59:18 +0000 New Dual Occupancy home design

The young owners are first home investors turning their first home into a two lot subdivision. They will move into the rear dual occupancy purpose designed and built home in two years and develop the front existing house.

This is a great way to add value and build a property portfolio. The equity manufactured will…[Read more]

]]> 5e323fba28ae42d8eb7baaa7e3a08dc9 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Melbourne Structural Renovation Costs in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5014690-melbourne-structural-renovation-costs/#post-5014695 Fri, 16 Oct 2015 09:47:41 +0000 Thats a big reno! Choose the right area where land costs are escalating and location is attractive to make it worthwhile- otherwise rethink. less reno cost and more cash into a dual occ behind which adds value and gives an additional income down the track- more equity to buy another property with similar attributes -the options are great. Enjoy.…[Read more]

]]> 32d7cff005582a22ed8a1e8b02f337f8 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Profitable to purchase old home on large block to later demolish and subdivide? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5014291-profitable-to-purchase-old-home-on-large-block-to-later-demolish-and-subdivide/#post-5014301 Wed, 07 Oct 2015 22:57:10 +0000 Which State are you considering. Subdivision can be profitable in Victoria if done well, in right areas and has good recent sales history.

]]> ec1695899d7d4411e391f5a5dcd500af #Planning Permit replied to the topic Property Investing - Where to get your education? in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013958-property-investing-where-to-get-your-education/#post-5014033 Wed, 30 Sep 2015 09:10:04 +0000 Hi Sammy, Think of adding value to property as another way of achieving capital growth from property. If you are in Melbourne I have some good online and free information on my website of the type of property to look for and how to do a small development. Its based on the hundreds of properties I assessed and how i got those few hundred planning…[Read more]

]]> f655375f7f97f91b59e49440c5947711 #Planning Permit replied to the topic subdividing basics in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389784-subdividing-basics/page/2/#post-5013859 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:09:47 +0000 Property subdivision costs

The following are just some of the costs you will incur for a property subdivision around greater Melbourne.

The cost of acquisition of the land if you do not own it

The interest or holding costs

Your share of equity or the deposit which is usually 10% of the cost of the property

Stamp duty which is 5% in…[Read more]

]]> a5a32d752f24976d63553712e9646b3b #Planning Permit replied to the topic Banks new servicing from July 2015 in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013856-banks-new-servicing-from-july-2015/#post-5013858 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:06:27 +0000 Shocking! Why this strategy is the big question! But its a lot better than the 18%-24% I paid for my first development properties. How we came out of that is something I forgot and best to leave it that.

]]> 5862a33bc3db440385d4e8d3bbbd6f4f #Planning Permit replied to the topic Income Education course offered in Australia in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4996237-income-education-course-offered-in-australia/page/2/#post-5013679 Wed, 23 Sep 2015 03:29:39 +0000 There are some in Melbourne who charge very high fees to find a property and more fees to design and get permits. Then there is the one I posted here on the property spruikers who are being chased by ASIC. Money goes and refunds hardly come back in full. Think twice before thinking higher fees equal better product.

]]> 36dc3576bf3e0c31f9e504808cc6617f #Planning Permit replied to the topic Income Education course offered in Australia in the forum Overseas Deals https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4996237-income-education-course-offered-in-australia/page/2/#post-5013679 Wed, 23 Sep 2015 03:29:39 +0000 There are some in Melbourne who charge very high fees to find a property and more fees to design and get permits. Then there is the one I posted here on the property spruikers who are being chased by ASIC. Money goes and refunds comes back in full. Think twice before thinking higher fees equal better product.

]]> 871e9c8ed98a90c9254c18785a04254c #Planning Permit replied to the topic Dual key in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011767-dual-key/#post-5013667 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 12:48:29 +0000 Thats a good return. Try a dual occ development with a subdivision into 2 lots in Melbourne for solid captal growth and equity. We can help you in thst process in Victoria.

]]> e1e121856ff7bfbf6d7cd38a8885aa96 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Where to invest in Brisbane area under $500k for futre growth potential ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012500-where-to-invest-in-brisbane-area-under-500k-for-futre-growth-potential/#post-5013662 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 12:15:30 +0000 Well said Geoff!. I was a Toorak man but found South Werribee very exciting- great opportunities lie ahead. A colleague in my Toorak days once said – going to Werribee? Make sure you wind up yor windows! I asked- are you still driving a non electrified car?

]]> 371f84fbb66183151c1e35482c834370 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Where to invest in Brisbane area under $500k for futre growth potential ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012500-where-to-invest-in-brisbane-area-under-500k-for-futre-growth-potential/#post-5013657 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 08:24:44 +0000 Werribbe, Geelong is Victoria’s hottest untapped area now with State Govt new vision. Cranbourne, Narre Warren are good too.

]]> 2988943d6acc32d2d59a3ec70b3ab2e8 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Do I need second or even 3rd opinion? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013601-do-i-need-second-or-even-3rd-opinion/#post-5013632 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 00:05:58 +0000 I can help you find development property around Melbourne , obtain permits at a competitive fee.

]]> 6fd5f28c81ef7168790605cbe59eab88 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Where to invest in Brisbane area under $500k for futre growth potential ? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012500-where-to-invest-in-brisbane-area-under-500k-for-futre-growth-potential/#post-5013493 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 05:35:17 +0000 500K could get you started in Melbourne- the place to invest in.

]]> 214e15384e4b3220b70710c722f1a050 #Planning Permit replied to the topic First time! in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013483-first-time-3/#post-5013492 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 05:33:45 +0000 Adding value is the best way to grow. Find a property with a big backyard where you can build one or more additional houses. Or find a corner site or one with a wide frontage where the local council may allow a side by side duplex. Its great fun as long as you know what to look for. Feel free to contact me direct or read the other posts on…[Read more]

]]> 664a7ceabcb506045176c857de0aba0b #Planning Permit replied to the topic SBO overlay in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013480-sbo-overlay/#post-5013490 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 05:30:06 +0000 Hi, I asume you are looking at property in the Melbourne area. If that is the case the SBO in simple term means there is a chance the site may flood. Usually that information was imposed by Melbourne Water and I have found local councils have their own SBO which unfortunately may not be on the Land CHANNEL MAP!!!

if there is a SBO it means the…[Read more]

]]> 96447a313278d9a40f77baa0e0f36b5e #Planning Permit replied to the topic SBO overlay in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013480-sbo-overlay/#post-5013488 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 05:25:13 +0000 Hi, I asume you are looking at property in the Melbourne area. If that is the case the SBO in simple term means there is a chance the site may flood. Usually that information was imposed by Melbourne Water and I have found local councils have their own SBO which unfortunately may not be on the Land CHANNEL MAP!!!

]]> 093e859bcdeaa1312ef855d4ef5843af #Planning Permit replied to the topic Werribee or St albans? in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013171-werribee-or-st-albans/#post-5013231 Mon, 14 Sep 2015 17:47:22 +0000 Hi Laverton is good and if you are looking for a house with backyard, buy one which can be developed through a dual occupancy- you had value and get two incomes. Hobsons Bay Council will require you build before a subdivision permit is issued for separate titles. The same will not apply in St Albans(hot and untapped area for dual occs) or…[Read more]

]]> fae76e8d76d49f360b868a48430c7454 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Land size for units in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013155-land-size-for-units/#post-5013217 Mon, 14 Sep 2015 08:50:48 +0000 Hi I have a lot of experience with Geelong Council and there is hardly a town planner there who does not know me. Feel fee to directly send the property addrss so that I can check the schedule to the zone. Usually Belmont requires more open space than some of the oter suburbs in Geelong. and thats why Belmont is desirable to home buyers.

]]> 8d226bf3946da708ee4cc7707282fd4a #Planning Permit replied to the topic Land size for units in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013155-land-size-for-units/#post-5013170 Sun, 13 Sep 2015 22:35:22 +0000 Hi, Your 17m width is a great help for 2 units. The suburb and Council makes a difference. Would like to assist if your property is in Victoria.

]]> 08423454f7f1af84dedbc7b892b900de #Planning Permit started the topic Dual Occupancy vs Non Dual Occupancy Investment returns in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013137-dual-occupancy-vs-non-dual-occupancy-investment-returns/ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 02:17:48 +0000 One of the most significant and positive development I have seen during my 4000 interviews over the past 10 years is the dual occupancy property. The dual occupancy is simply a property with two sources of income. Some Local Councils will allow a 3 bedroom and a 2 or 1 bedroom apartment to be constructed on the one property. Returns for both…[Read more]

]]> 757eb0f54e3e8d813ff2bfbccb50d121 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Cost to demolish and sub divide in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013120-cost-to-demolish-and-sub-divide/#post-5013135 Sat, 12 Sep 2015 00:23:45 +0000 Which state and city are you looking to demo and subdivide. Some Councils in Victoria may require a development application before you can subdivide and register the titles.
Generally allow at least 15K upwards for subdivision costs- driveways, utilities connections etc. Demolition costs can vary again depending on building materials deployed.…[Read more]

]]> 23178296ff35fcee14da1d2205db672c #Planning Permit replied to the topic How much is a development site worth to you? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013097-how-much-is-a-development-site-worth-to-you/#post-5013134 Sat, 12 Sep 2015 00:13:53 +0000 I love the South Coast- from Stanwell Park all the way down! I guess the financier needs a high level of comfort for some developments but 20% is a reasonable margin in Melbourne. Thanks for reading my post.

]]> c254cedb14403b6810e5b7058f6993de #Planning Permit started the topic The Ultimate Subdivision Property in Melbourne in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013117-the-ultimate-subdivision-property-in-melbourne/ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 18:45:18 +0000 So you are thinking of finding the ideal property suitable for a dual occupancy subdivision or capable of supporting a multi unit development like townhouses. Here are just some of the key criteria to look out for when trawling realestate websites.

1. The local council zone should allow the number of units you want to develop. Generally a General…[Read more]

]]> 1777335c17e219aea2433c936dd89c3d #Planning Permit started the topic How much is a development site worth to you? in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5013097-how-much-is-a-development-site-worth-to-you/ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 02:06:49 +0000 Property value after subdivision?

How much should I pay for the development site is a question on many developers mind who may be doing a small three unit development or a dual occupancy where the existing house is retained.

The first step is to work out how many units can be built or get Council approval and the size of each unit. We can help…[Read more]

]]> 0eb42f0f872d154010df7d1d215af3a3 #Planning Permit replied to the topic 11 Steps to dual occupancy success in Victoria in the forum Creative Investing https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011668-11-steps-to-dual-occupancy-success-in-victoria/#post-5013075 Thu, 10 Sep 2015 11:06:47 +0000 That is good news.If you need any help feel free to contact.

]]> 3e9b8357d81a71893098e21ee05c6f33 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Suggestion for a good BA in Melbourne and Brisbane in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012992-suggestion-for-a-good-ba-in-melbourne-and-brisbane/#post-5013029 Wed, 09 Sep 2015 10:12:58 +0000 look for a property you can add value to- like dual occ or triple occ to ensure positive cashflow. Werribee, Geelong are good areas for high rental returns.

]]> 5abe868965235c3b9c81ef97e11d552b #Planning Permit replied to the topic Dual occupancy and sub division in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012635-dual-occupancy-and-sub-division/#post-5012993 Tue, 08 Sep 2015 23:11:37 +0000 Another way of going about it is for the house plans being designed as a preliminary first, and get builder and building surveyor involved as early as practical best from post RFI stage.

]]> 0e0108f8a9a521c7c50a1848befc7235 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Dual occupancy and sub division in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012635-dual-occupancy-and-sub-division/#post-5012933 Mon, 07 Sep 2015 18:10:09 +0000 My prices are not in the post. Its simply advising that writer that whoever is proposing to charge $100K is a high fee and I offered to do a site analysis first at no cost to ascertian what can be built on the writers property in Croydon , Victoria. so that he is on course.
My town planning fees is fixed for design and management at Council. I…[Read more]

]]> 9bb586eb949cb259dd15d24cfda53413 #Planning Permit's profile was updated https://www.propertyinvesting.com/activity/p/324653/ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 03:08:59 +0000 35dad5370a09bfd5eaa333855fddd603 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Dual occupancy and sub division in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012635-dual-occupancy-and-sub-division/#post-5012910 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 18:29:45 +0000 100K is a huge bill! there wont be any profit left for you. Croydon is Yarra Ranges Council or are you in Maroondah. Each council has its own set of guidelines when it comes to approving a planning application for medium density. If the site has a veg overlay or a SLO you need to be mindful of trees. your site looks solveable. get a free opinion…[Read more]

]]> df93a1d647e7a36f673600e394a32c94 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Dual occupancy and sub division in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012635-dual-occupancy-and-sub-division/#post-5012910 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 18:29:45 +0000 100K is a huge bill! there wont be any profit left for you. Croydon is Yarra Ranges Council or are you in Maroondah. Each council has its own set of guidelines when it comes to approving a planning application for medium density. If the site has a veg overlay or a SLO you need to be mindful of trees. your site looks solveable. get a free opinion…[Read more]

]]> e8c1c9c033758fdc45203d2f1f7e408c #Planning Permit replied to the topic subdividing basics in the forum Value Adding https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/4389784-subdividing-basics/page/2/#post-5012909 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 18:23:26 +0000 Allow about 15K per lot for hard costs. Soft costs vary depending on number of lots and if a DA is required. Remember 3 lots or more can atttract contribution from council.

]]> e987a8082426209490505965d9c0308f #Planning Permit replied to the topic 3 x Units Development in Bendigo in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012372-3-x-units-development-in-bendigo/#post-5012506 Fri, 28 Aug 2015 01:20:23 +0000 looks like a 13m wide frontage only zoning is gen res 1 which allows development but feel the narrow width ca be the challenge

]]> 2bfa5f8167a50db1399251e847542314 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Poll: What makes a better property investment? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012134-poll-what-makes-a-better-property-investment/#post-5012415 Wed, 26 Aug 2015 20:11:51 +0000 Results as expected. Great Poll Sir!

]]> 90cdbb6322b591b3f5bf266d818b6153 #Planning Permit replied to the topic 3 x Units Development in Bendigo in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012372-3-x-units-development-in-bendigo/#post-5012409 Wed, 26 Aug 2015 11:12:45 +0000 I would like to help you reach your goals. Can you put the address on the forum so I can do my DD.

]]> 1c311b317d41d5057c08c2cee68d1b41 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Please advise about Bathla Group / Western Sydney / Universal Property Group in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011909-please-advise-about-bathla-group-western-sydney-universal-property-group/#post-5012247 Sun, 23 Aug 2015 07:13:56 +0000 Remember the leopard never changes its spots- I see the same with so called developers who find it hard to kick off their root bad habits. Ask them direct- what is this bad press about and “see” what they say.Better to be cautious than to regrat.

]]> 4b2dda5584d88eb7cf1c052a51e66118 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Poll: What makes a better property investment? in the forum Opinionated! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5012134-poll-what-makes-a-better-property-investment/#post-5012201 Fri, 21 Aug 2015 19:50:31 +0000 An old tired but in a great location and with potential to add value like a dual occ would be my choice. Reno the old tired home and sell to finance and develop in the rear yard.

]]> 9abc0bf1c1fec588dcee176d18de9173 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Introduction in the forum Forum Frolic https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5009264-introduction-4/#post-5012200 Fri, 21 Aug 2015 19:47:44 +0000 Welcome to this great forum. It answers your questions- simple or complex.

]]> a2d0d42988d7169039efb3367b8e218c #Planning Permit replied to the topic Block subdivision in the forum General Property https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011974-block-subdivision/#post-5011976 Wed, 19 Aug 2015 06:37:16 +0000 Which state? In Vic VERY BALL PARK numbers depending on Council and zoning you may need to submit development plans for the two rear houses and then a subdivision into 3 lots- soft costs are around $25K ++

]]> e77acf3a520a71c870308e827287be31 #Planning Permit replied to the topic Where would you find the information of a property in the forum Help Needed! https://www.propertyinvesting.com/topic/5011799-where-would-you-find-the-information-of-a-property/#post-5011868 Tue, 18 Aug 2015 19:17:43 +0000 Which State are you interested in? In victoria there is a person wishing to sell the duplex part of the land which will comfortably hold 4-5 bedrooms in Williamstown. Ikm to train, schools and shops

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