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Mikaela DayReal Estate Magazine Editor

Mikaela Day is the Herald Sun’s Real Estate Magazine Editor. She oversees the weekly Realestate liftout, which covers all things property. Quirky homes, celebrity sales, development movements, architectural wonders and home-style tips are just the beginning.

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Melbourne
DO NOT USE. For HS Realestate/Home Living ONLY. Supplied pic for a Home Style story on Elgin House by architect Sarah Bryant from Bryant Alsop. Photo by Jack Lovel. MUST credit him.

How to nail a heritage home renovation

Heritage-listed homes are brimming with romance and character — and the fact they tell a story makes them hot property. Here’s how to respectfully bring them into the ‘20s in sophisticated style.

Melbourne
Sociable Weaver The Cape 10-star home for Herald Sun real estate lead story, November 2018 DAN HOCKING PHOTOGRAPHY

Inside one of Victoria’s top 10 homes

It costs just $3 a year to run, and was $500,000 to build, but this eco-chic Cape Paterson pad has beaten many of our best homes to join multimillion-dollar mansions in the state’s top 10. See why.

Melbourne
Supplied picture from Kinsman for a national story on kitchen renovations in Realestate/Home Mags. Must credit: Kinsman

Complete kitchen reno guide

Kitchens are the heart and busiest part of a home and, as such, one of the key selling features of a property. Here’s what you need to consider when updating yours to maximise your sale price.

Melbourne
288 View Street, Bendigo - for Herald Sun real estate

Why Bendigo should be on buyers’ radars

Those looking to capitalise on Victoria’s next hot spot should have a serious look at Bendigo. The heritage-rich area is set to follow in the footsteps of Geelong and Ballarat, according to experts.

Melbourne
202 Lyons Street South Ballarat Central

Why Ballarat real estate is golden

Ballarat is booming as one of Australia’s strongest regional cities and an increasingly popular spot for tree changers escaping Melbourne, as COVID-19 further enhances the area’s appeal.

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