Archive | January, 2011

Chermside on alert after attempted kidnapping

31 Jan

The Queensland Police Service are searching for a couple involved in an attempted child abduction at Frederick Annand Park in Chermside West, late yesterday morning.

According to the police statement, a dark blue car stopped on Milburn st near the park at 11.15am on Sunday the 31st of January. It is reported that a man got out of the passenger side of the car and approached a five-year-old child sitting on the footpath.

When nearby witnesses shouted “run”, the child ran towards them. The man is then believed to have returned to the vehicle, which was driven away down Marban st, by a woman described to have red, curly hair.

The man was described as being 50 to 60 years old, of Caucasian appearance with slim build. He had a white plaited beard and was wearing a black T-shirt and dark sunglasses.

Chermside residents have been disturbed by the report, and are asking for more details, including the make and model of the car.

If you have any information whatsoever that could assist the police in this investigation, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 (24 hrs) or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au. You may remain anonymous.

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Wake Up and Smell the Success: How Odours Affect Property Sales

28 Jan

Strong odours can severely impact your chances of selling your home.

Whether you’re having an open house, an auction, or inspections by appointment – it important that you take a few simple steps to make sure your house is smelling good!

Commonly Disliked Odours

  • Cigarettes
  • Strong food smells
  • Lingering pet scents
  • Pet food, litter etc.
  • Baby nappy odours
  • Musty or stuffy smells
  • Water damage and mould
  • Overpowering chemical cleaning agents

Remember – when you live in a home, it can be hard to identify a smell because the human body quickly adjusts.  It’s a good idea to ask a close friend if he/she thinks your property has any odours that need to be sorted out.

How to Make Your Home Smell as Fresh as Daisies

1.       Open doors and windows as much as possible to allow air to circulate.

2.       Check your vents in case filters need to be cleaned or replaced.

3.       Get carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned, especially if you have pets or smokers in the home. Some cases may even call for the walls to be washed and repainted.

4.       During the sales campaign, have your pets stay with a friend or in a kennel. Even if they are outdoor pets, not everyone is a cat or dog person, and you don’t want to put off a prospective buyer.

5.       Do your cleaning at least a day in advance of any inspections, and remember to let the house air out afterward.

6.       As a finishing touch, a subtle incense or essential oil fragrance can be nice, as can the smell of home brewed coffee, or freshly baked bread!


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