Who amongst us doesn't hanker for a bit more space? Whether your home is big or small, we’ve got plenty of tips to create space and make your house feel more roomy, comfortable and relaxed.

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Mirrors are one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to...

Heard about the Australian Government’s new HomeBuilder grant scheme, but not sure if you qualify or fully understand what it means for you?

To help, we’ve pulled together answers to some of the most frequently asked...

Growing your own edible garden isn't hard – it just requires a little time, patience, good advice and common sense.

Here are our top tips for getting started…

What to plant?

The very first thing is to decide what you want to grow. This can...

We all look forward to retreating to our homes from the busyness and chaos of the world. Your home should provide an opportunity to unwind and offer you an environment of calm to enhance your wellbeing and happiness.

It’s important to feel connected and calm within our homes and these...

On behalf of Dennis Family Corporation, we wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate all Victorians for helping to successfully 'flatten the curve'. As the Victorian Government has now reduced restrictions around gatherings, we're pleased to announce that the Westbrook Sales Centre has re...

If you’re spending more time at home, growing your own herb garden is the perfect home project for you. Growing your own herbs is easy and cheap, plus there is nothing quite like the hit of fresh rosemary or basil on your home-roasted meat & vegies or favourite pasta dish.

Here’s what...

Setting up a new home is an incredibly exciting time and it’s tempting to race out and buy everything all at once.  

Too often, buying something in a rush can result in a design decision you will regret.  You may end up with a ‘matchy matchy’ interior that lacks personality, or even worse...

A new year brings reflection and a yearning for simplicity, a sense of calm and to put the chaos of the festive season behind us, which denotes many changes and influences across interior design trends for 2020.

Mindfulness purchasing

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Summer for many means, swimming, bbqs, beach cricket and fun outside. But there are days when going outside isn’t much fun and staying cool inside is the best option.  Here’s our top tips on staying cool and beating the heat.

1. Close your blinds, especially for north and west facing...

Whilst the warmer weather is great for being outdoors, our gardens can suffer from the heat.  Here’s our top tips for keeping your garden thriving –

1. Water your gardens early in the morning before the heat of the day kicks in.

2. Fertilizing plants will give them the nutrients...

We need to stay cool in summer and so too do our pets.  Here’s our top tips for furry, feathery friends. 

1. Keep cool, make sure they have a cool and shaded place to rest.  In extreme heat bring them indoors.

2, Water, provide plenty of fresh water in large containers, sometimes...

Making the decision to buy land and build a new home is an exciting journey but can also be a daunting process even if you already own a home. That’s where the team at Westbrook is here to help and step you through the process.

Here’s our quick guide to the steps involved in buying your...

One of the most frequently asked, and notoriously difficult to answer, questions regarding purchasing property is: ‘should I buy before selling my existing property, or should I sell my existing property first?’.

Quite simply, every situation is different, and we recommend you consult an...

Here’s where our team is key!  Our team have years of experience and have a unique understanding of how daunting the process can be.  They’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure your dream of buying land and building the right home for right now is seamless.

Once you choose a...

The civil construction of each land release takes approximately 12 months. Before any machinery comes onsite, plans must be approved by the relevant authorities. Once these are approved, the construction phases would generally include: removing topsoil; laying of sewer, drainage, water and gas...

Throughout the construction phases, you will be issued with letters from our conveyancing team providing updates on construction and when settlement is expected. Of course, our team are always there to assist, answer any questions and provide guidance.

If finance is required, you must...

DFC organised a “Meet Your Neighbour” event at Westbrook on Sunday, 24th November for purchasers of blocks from stage releases that have recently settled.
Westbrook Senior Marketing Executive, Irene Najdecki said the community-focused event attracted a group of approximately 70 attendees...

How to turn a pallet into a vertical garden

Ideal for small outdoor spaces, like balconies and patios, this is a cheap and clever DIY to green up your walls.

Used for transporting bulk or heavy goods, timber pallets often end up in landfill or discarded on the side of the road if...

Be sure to drop by the Westbrook Land Sales office and meet our

new sales consultant, Liliana Fierro-Martinez. Originally from

Columbia, Liliana is now a proud Melburnian who is thrilled to be

back working in the city’s expanding Western suburbs.

A qualified real...

Buying your own home is a milestone in your life. But it can be stressful, too. On top of paperwork and some moving shenanigans, you will still need to plan the look and the aesthetics of your new space.

Despite the stress that comes with it, decorating your new home can also be...

Wondering how to entertain the family on the weekend? Here are our top 3 outings things for the whole family to enjoy in and around Westbrook, all within a 20-minute drive from the estate.

SHADOWFAX WINERY:

For a perfect Sunday lunch the whole family will enjoy,...

Planning your new kitchen is exciting. From deciding on your colour palette to choosing appliances, it’s easy to spend a lot of time on Instagram and Pinterest earmarking your design inspiration.

However, the myriad of options and decisions involved can sometimes make the whole experience...

Westbrook are proud sponsors of the Liberian Youth Soccer Team. The team is comprised of 40 Liberian nationals between the ages of 16 through to mid-30s who love soccer, competing in both local and state tournaments. Westbrook is...