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The auction of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strathnairn Charity House</a> was never going to be any ordinary event — but with lightning, torrential rain, the auction crowd huddled in the home’s double garage and two hours of bidding, it’s an event that will be unforgettable for those lucky enough to attend.At the end of Saturday’s marathon two-hour auction, Strathnairn Charity Home sold for $1,596,600: the second highest sale in the suburb to date. The lucky new owners are a family already living in Strathnairn: Naresh, Chamari and their two sons. In a truly special plot twist, Naresh used to work for one the charities benefiting from the proceeds of the sale.<img alt="SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px2.width-800.png" width="800">“They loved the quality of the fit-out, the multigenerational living option, as well as the extra space they needed for their older children,” sales agent Natalie Kokic Schmidt says.“They could see the home was built with love.“Their neighbours are so happy they’re staying in the suburb so they’ll all be celebrating together once they move in.”<img alt="SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px3" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px3.width-800.png" width="800">It was a truly special day for the designers, builders and marketers of the home — who all volunteered their time to the project — and cheers erupted when the gavel fell. Strathnairn Charity House is a joint venture of Ginninderry and Master Builders ACT, and proceeds from the sale of the home will benefit Hands Across Canberra, Canberra City Care, Pegasus Riding for the Disabled and Karinya House. More than 60 subcontractors and trade suppliers donated time and materials to build the home.As the exclusive property portal for the sale of the home, we’re incredibly proud to announce that Canberrans were just as obsessed with Strathnairn Charity House as we were.<img alt="SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px9" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px9.width-800.png" width="800">More than 98,000 people visited the listing on Zango, generating 363 enquiries. More than 100 groups inspected the home during the 23-day sales and marketing period, and the home now has a spot in Zango’s Top 10 Most Viewed Properties of All Time.Sales agent Lisa Silberberg says enquiries about the ultra-modern four-bedroom, three-bathroom property were strong from the onset.“Early in the campaign, it became very clear that more opportunities to view the home would need to be facilitated,” she says.“We had a phenomenal number of inspections in the current climate. “There was high engagement in the property, and this exponentially exceeded the average engagements achieved across similar homes offered for sale.”For sales agent and auctioneer Sandra Masters, the auction was “the longest single auction I have called”.<img alt="SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px7" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px7.width-800.png" width="800">“It seems like a long auction in hindsight but it didn’t feel that way at the time,” she says.“It’s longer than you’d expect on a standard residential home, but this was no standard sale. “I love auctions so the excitement, the adrenaline, the crowd, it all kept me going. Rain is only a bit of water after all.“I think it was right to give the buyers a bit longer to discuss and decide, we ended up with almost an extra $45,000 in $500 and $1,000 bids, so the extra time was worth it, this is all just money direct to charity.”<img alt="SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/SCH_Body_Image_800px_532px.width-800.png" width="800">For sales agent Cris O’Brien, it&#x27;s an experience she’ll never forget.“It was amazing to work in collaboration with all the wonderful, generous people involved in the initiative to ultimately achieve the best possible result for the local charities,” Cris says.“This was Canberra at its absolute best.”Ginninderry’s Head of Community, Marketing and Communications, Marcus Mills-Smith says the sales campaign for the home finished up a phenomenal two years on the project.&quot;I particularly want to thank our Zango dream team of five female sales agents drawn from a range of Canberra’s leading agencies,&quot; Marcus says.&quot;They became incredible advocates for the home and their commitment to getting the best outcome for our charity partners was obvious.”<h2 data-block-key="e8hi5">Strathnairn Charity House: The numbers</h2>Listing views: 98,725Photo, video and floorplan views: 172,456Enquiries: 363 (includes alerts) Days on market: 23 Sold for: $1,596,600

1,596,600 reasons to celebrate as Strathnairn Charity House sells at ‘unforgettable’ auction

You’ve probably never seen an Old English Sheepdog, a jumping castle and a couple of radio celebrities at the auction of a home before, but this Saturday&#x27;s auction of the <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strathnairn Charity House</a> will be anything but ordinary.Two years after the first sod was turned on the four-bedroom, three-bathroom home at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn</a>, the critical moment - the sale of the home - is finally here. And to celebrate, a big party will be hosted this Saturday 25 March 2023 in the hours before the home goes under the hammer.<img alt="shutterstock_126783563" class="richtext-image full-width" height="532" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_126783563.width-800.jpg" width="800">From 10am, the site will be home to a jumping castle, face painting and the Zango coffee van, with celebrities like Dulux Dog and MIX106’s Renee Bogatko and Cam Sullings roaming through the crowd. Sausage sangas will be courtesy of the Ozharvest sausage sizzle.The main event starts at 1pm, with <a href="/agents/sch-sandra-masters/">Sandra Masters</a> of LJ Hooker Kippax calling for bids for the stunning property.Strathnairn Charity House is an initiative of Ginninderry and Master Builders ACT. Proceeds of the sale of the home will be distributed to charity partners Hands Across Canberra, Canberra City Care, Pegasus Riding for the Disabled and Karinya House.<img alt="artworks-0OqWD4QggUvAWu1k-DflvOg-t500x500" class="richtext-image full-width" height="500" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/artworks-0OqWD4QggUvAWu1k-DflvOg-t500x500.width-800.jpg" width="500">For Kane Constructions General Manager Jo Farrell, who’s spent two years managing the build of the home, on a volunteer basis, Saturday’s event will feel like “handing over a baby”.“I’m not going to lie: it’s incredibly nerve wracking,” Jo says.“It’s been a two-year journey – we’ve had some delays, worked through the build and watched the market rise and drop during that period.“It’s been such a personal journey for everyone involved - including me - and I just want to see that money hit our charities’ pockets.“It’s out of my hands now, but I have so much confidence in our sales and marketing team to get us a great result.”<img alt="JO_F_33_WEB" class="richtext-image full-width" height="697" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/JO_F_33_WEB.width-800.png" width="800">Jo says the duration of the build over 24 months gave the design and construction teams the chance to get &quot;every detail right&quot;, from premium Australian wool carpets to solid timber doors between rooms and 13mm Gyprock walls (the standard is 10mm).The result is a home “I would dearly love to live in myself”, Jo says, and she’s hoping the new buyers will love coming home every day to a property made with incredible thought and care.<img alt="Strathnairn Charity House_101" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Strathnairn_Charity_House_101.width-800.jpg" width="800">Hundreds of Canberrans have streamed through Strathnairn Charity House since the home was declared open for inspection in early March. The Zango Dream Team of five female real estate agents have fielded hundreds of enquiries and will be on site to work with registered bidders on Saturday.<h2 data-block-key="2u1d8">Auction event details: Strathnairn Charity House</h2>Date: Saturday 25 March 202310am: Site opens, Cam and Renee’s Mix 106.3 Real Estate Show live broadcast10am-1pm: Live music, Zango coffee van, the Gecko Gang, jumping castle, OzHelp sausage sizzle, Dulux Dog1pm: Auction of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn</a><h2 data-block-key="99kc9">Open for inspection</h2>Strathnairn Charity House is open for inspection on Thursday 23 March 2023, 5.30pm-6pm, and on Saturday 25 March 2023 prior to auction from 10am.

Strathnairn Charity House goes to auction this Saturday, and we'd love to see you there

Rachel Anasson remembers driving on the deserted roads around what is now the suburb of Strathnairn as a teenager, with bright yellow L plates on.“Dad would point out the window, at the paddocks, and say, there will be lots and lots of homes here one day,” she says.“And I remember thinking, really? I just couldn’t imagine it.”A real estate agent with <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/marq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARQ Property</a>, Rachel grew up in Macgregor, and is a Belconnen girl through and through. She spent a lot of time as a child exploring the area just to the west of Macgregor; the area that would one day become Strathnairn.<img alt="Ginninderry_Overlooking the Brindabellas from Strathnairn" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Ginninderry_Overlooking_the_Brindabellas_from_.width-800.jpg" width="800">“My favourite memories are the walks we used to do, down to the Murrumbidgee River and Shepherd’s Lookout: we were definitely outdoor kids,” she says.“I’m a little jealous that the residents of Strathnairn have all of that on their doorstep.”Rachel’s knowledge of the region in and around Strathnairn has become invaluable over the past eight weeks. She’s one of five female real estate agents volunteering their time to market the <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strathnairn Charity House</a>, a home built entirely from donated material and time. Proceeds from the auction of the home will benefit three Canberra-based charities.Strathnairn Charity House, located at 41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn, is a joint venture of Ginninderry and the Master Builders Association.Rachel lists the following as the key benefits of life at Strathnairn:<h2 data-block-key="djdco">Beautiful balance.</h2><img alt="Brindabellas" class="richtext-image full-width" height="356" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Brindabellas.width-800.png" width="800">“It’s not a suburb, it’s a lifestyle,” she says.“You’re 20 minutes from the city but just immersed in these beautiful mountain ranges, walks: it’s peaceful and quiet.“It successfully delivers a rural feel in a suburban area.”<h2 data-block-key="5v387">The northside community.</h2><img alt="Ginninderry_Walking in the Conservation Corridor" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Ginninderry_Walking_in_the_Conservation_Corrid.width-800.jpg" width="800">“I know it’s north versus south in Canberra but I have to say, us northsiders have a fantastic sense of community,” Rachel says.“I’m always running into school friends, our kids go to the same schools, and now I’m even selling homes for my teachers!“There’s already a strong community on the north side and residents of Strathnairn will literally be able to influence the type of community they want to be.”<h2 data-block-key="avsug">Commitment to sustainability.</h2><img alt="Ginninderry_View from Shepherds Lookout.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Ginninderry_View_from_Shepherds_Lookout.width-800.jpg" width="800">“The long-term plan for Ginninderry is centred on sustainable living, and the huge conservation area out there will ensure native wildlife and flora thrives,” Rachel says.“I’d encourage people to go to the Ginninderry display village to see what the 20-30 year plan is – until you see that for yourself, you don’t understand the full commitment to sustainability.”<h2 data-block-key="6ugqd">Unrivalled amenity.</h2><img alt="Ginninderry_Paddys Park" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Ginninderry_Paddys_Park.width-800.jpg" width="800">“While the suburb is being built, there are schools and facilities within established suburbs that are exceptional,” Rachel says.“Florey and Hawker offer great schools and access to public transport.“And the amenity of Strathnairn will be unrivalled - starting with fantastic sized blocks.”Strathnairn Charity House is located at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn</a>, and will be auctioned for charity at 1pm on Saturday 25 March 2023.The home is open for inspection on Wednesdays and Thursdays 5.30pm-6.15pm, Saturday 3pm-3.45pm and Sunday 11.30am - 12.15pm.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

Why Strathnairn is a dream location, by a girl who grew up in Belconnen

Just six days after the official launch of the sales and marketing campaign for <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Strathnairn Charity House</a>, the vibe at open homes has been described as “electric”.Sales agent <a href="/agents/sch-cris-obrien/">Cris O’Brien</a> from <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/home-holly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">home.by holly</a> says more than 80 people streamed through the open home on Saturday, with people in awe of the stunning detail and quality finishes of the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property.The story of the house itself - built and marketed by an exclusively female team and being auctioned for charity - is also a huge talking point for people calling in to inspect the home.<img alt="2021-03-12-Ginninderry-Launch-25-810x343" class="richtext-image full-width" height="338" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2021-03-12-Ginninderry-Launch-25-810x343.width-800.jpg" width="800">Strathnairn Charity House, located at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn</a>, is a joint venture of Ginninderry and the Master Builders Association. The home was built entirely from donated material and time, and proceeds from the auction will benefit Hands Across Canberra (for distribution to Karinya House), Pegasus Riding for the Disabled and Canberra City Care.The sales campaign is also female-led, with agents from home.by holly, Ray White Canberra, MARQ Property and LJ Hooker donating their services to market the home prior to auction.<img alt="unnamed" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/unnamed.width-800.jpg" width="800">According to Cris, the home’s distinctive floorplan - which essentially offers two homes in one - and its timeless colour palette, had people intrigued.“We had about 30 groups through on Saturday and people were staying for a really, really long time,” Cris says.“There’s so much to love about the house: its timeless design, the use of glass throughout the home to allow incredible light to filter in.“People love the big corner windows, the panoramic view of the surrounding landscape and the Brindabellas.“The interconnection between the two homes, and the option for intergenerational living has been so popular - families were walking around working out how the layout might suit.”<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-11-20230301_zWOc4m6-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_8A5CYpi.jpg" width="800">It’s been a huge week for Strathnairn Charity House, which opened officially to the public last Thursday. The sales and marketing campaign kicked off with a launch party that was “buzzing” and the next morning, the home featured in a segment on Channel 7’s Sunrise.It’s just the beginning. The agents behind the Strathnairn Charity House marketing campaign will do “everything we can to keep that electric vibe going” Cris says, through videos, social media, flyers, networking and by hosting many, many more open homes.“We want that momentum to just keep building,” she says.<img alt="2021-03-12-Ginninderry-Launch-28-960x640" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2021-03-12-Ginninderry-Launch-28-960x640.width-800.jpg" width="800">And how does it feel to be part of an all-female team on such an important project?“Amazing,” Cris says.“It’s been a team of formidable women all the way through –- from the beginning stages of design through to build and then through to marketing the home.“I’m so honoured to be part of it.”Strathnairn Charity House is located at 41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn, and will be auctioned for charity at 1pm on Saturday 25 March 2023.The home is open for inspection on Wednesdays and Thursdays 5.30pm-6pm, and Saturdays 3pm-3.30pm.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

‘It’s been electric’: Response to Strathnairn Charity House a massive win for female build and marketing team

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Designed and constructed with love, this striking dual frontage home is ready and waiting to welcome an ultra-modern family, with a self-contained wing offering a retreat for parents, extended family or pampered guests.Located at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street, Strathnairn</a>, the split-level, four-bedroom home has been built by the kindness of Canberra and will be auctioned on Saturday 25 March, with proceeds going to ACT-based charities.<div>
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Selling agent <a href="/agents/lisa-silberberg/">Lisa Silberberg</a> from <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Canberra</a> says the thoughtful collaboration has resulted in a spacious home with a flexible floorplan and stunning bespoke detailing.Cleverly designed with multigenerational living in mind and to maximise the panoramic views over the Ginninderry Conservation Corridor and wetlands to the mountains beyond, Lisa expects the home to create a lot of interest.<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-5-202303012_AIztMPh-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800.jpg" width="800">“This is a unique home, and a lot of thought has gone into its design and how it can be enjoyed by a family,” she says.“I think people are going to absolutely love the versatility of the floorplan which can accommodate a large family of any configuration – whether that’s grandparents, teenagers or older children saving for their own home.“The separate ground-level wing is ideal for guests or family members who want to live independently, with a large bedroom, ensuite, living area with kitchenette, front entry and garage access.“Alternatively, it’s a gorgeous parents’ oasis, with that extra living space ideal for hobbies, a second home office or gym. There’s no limit to how this floorplan can be enjoyed.”<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-11-20230301_zWOc4m6-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_M2WhPmi.jpg" width="800">Lisa says while everyone has their own space, the entire family can come together in the main central living area and kitchen, the hub of the home.A wall of huge glass doors opens up to allow the living area to flow out onto the expansive entertaining space with an outdoor kitchen and electric barbecue framed by an impressive recycled blackbutt pergola.“When you open the doors, the two spaces become one, creating an indoor-outdoor entertaining area where family and friends can gather at any time of year,” Lisa says.With light grey stacked bond brickwork and soft white timber panelling, this home has timeless street appeal, nestled within a beautifully landscaped garden featuring Wee Jasper stone retaining walls and a mix of natives and exotic plants.<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-13-20230301_3VxCxZ6-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_kUSuKy1.jpg" width="800">Entering the home, you’re welcomed into a cathedral-like hall with delicate lighting that acts as a spine connecting the fully self-contained wing to the larger family home. A timber slat feature wall seamlessly integrates additional storage and clerestory windows flood the impressive entryway with daylight.Lisa says the sleek kitchen with clean lines and integrated appliances, features a huge butler’s pantry and a long stone island bench where adults can prepare dinner while the children complete their homework.<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-22-20230301_6fi4TD6-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_Nw9esII.jpg" width="800">“The kitchen is the heart of this home and a place where families can come together around the island bench at the end of the day,” she says.“I really love the huge pantry with its custom built-in cabinetry. In fact, all the bespoke cabinetry and storage within the home are just fabulous. The designers have really thought about how a family lives and the storage that’s required for everyone’s belongings.”<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-15-20230301_JDTZiwQ-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_iCpzLao.jpg" width="800">With two master bedrooms, both with an ensuite and one with a luscious free-standing tub, a large family bathroom and two additional bedrooms, plus sprawling indoor and outdoor living spaces, the trouble will be deciding where to spend your time.All three bathrooms have a touch of luxe, with floor-to-ceiling Italian tiling in gentle greys popping against soft oak cabinetry.Spread over 330sqm and sitting on a 736sqm lot, this home is a benchmark in efficiency, designed specifically for the site and Canberra climate and to harmonise with the natural bush surrounds. Loads of glass fill the home with natural light, and high ceilings ensure good airflow throughout the year.<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-20-20230301_NS78Qp2-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_Jo7pY70.jpg" width="800">An impressive 6000-litre underground water tank, heat pump, solar array and inverter, gift a knock-out environmental rating.Located in a chic growing area, just 10 minutes from Belconnen and 17 minutes drive to the city, Lisa says families will enjoy the nearby Paddy’s Park, Shepherds Lookout and bushwalking trails.Proceeds from the sale of the house will be donated to Hands Across Canberra for distribution to three local charities, Pegasus Riding for the Disabled, Karinya House and Canberra City Care Charnwood.<img alt="41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240-image-26-20230301_Zre588j-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615.width-800_m6fmHeV.jpg" width="800">“This is your chance to own a high-end home that gives back to so many who need it,” Lisa adds.Number <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">41 Rachel Makinson Street</a> will be auctioned at 1pm on Saturday 25 March 2023. It&#x27;s open for inspection Wednesdays and Thursdays between 5.30pm and 6pm, and Saturdays between 3pm and 3.30pm.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/41-rachel-makinson-street-strathnairn-act-2615-76240/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/stylish-new-strathnairn-home-with-a-private-wing-for-extended-family-or-guests/640018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotACT</a>.

Step inside the ultra-modern Strathnairn home built by the kindness of Canberra

Darryn McRae has had some serious challenges this year, not least of which was finding the best Japanese food in his new hometown, Canberra.“We landed on Lazy Su in Braddon,” he says.“Best tuna tartare I’ve ever tasted.”The Zango CEO describes 2021 as “transformative” for the 22-month-old property platform, with the team behind Zango having to adapt its entire work approach and be prepared to update the platform within a moment’s notice to meet the challenges of Lockdown 2.0 in the ACT region.“For the industry overarching it’s been a pretty demanding year,” Darryn says.“But more than ever we’ve understood we’re all in it together.“I’m incredibly proud of my team, but I’m also impressed by the way agencies in Canberra adapted their sales and marketing processes almost every day to suit what was going on in the world.”<img alt="DMC_Article_Inserts2.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/DMC_Article_Inserts2.width-800.png" width="800">A record number of those agencies are now listing their properties on Zango. The platform was home to thousands of sales and rental listings in 2021, with average time on market sitting at just 27 days.Kambah was the most sought after suburb in 2021, with Braddon and Kaleen a close second and third.“Canberrans know that Zango is a must-visit, more modern and truly local way to search for property,” Darryn says.“There’s been huge interest from agents in the ACT region as well this year - they’ve seen the effectiveness of the platform in Canberra and know they get great value from being on Zango.“We’re fielding more and more interest from agencies outside of Canberra, including on the south coast, in the Snowy Mountains and in the Southern Highlands.”<img alt="DMC_Article_Inserts3.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/DMC_Article_Inserts3.width-800.png" width="800">Zango’s partnerships with Hands Across Canberra, Strathnairn Charity House, the Canberra Raiders and the Canberra Brave were also gems in the crown of 2021, according to Darryn. Community is a big part of the Zango ethos he said, and work to support all four organisations will extend into next year and beyond. The inaugural Zango Futsal Cup was a great success and could turn into an annual event.<img alt="DMC_Article_Inserts.png" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/DMC_Article_Inserts.width-800.png" width="800">From where Darryn sits, 2022 is going to be a huge year.“Definitely one of the highlights of 2021 was Zango’s performance in October and November,” he says.“We had a record number of listings in October and a record number of people visiting our website - then we beat both of those numbers in November,” Darryn says.“Our mobile app was recently upgraded with new features that offer personalisation on listings and searches. The benefit to users is they’re getting more relevant information, faster.“The past year’s been challenging but so rewarding. We’re on a good foundation to kick off 2022 with a bang.”

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