Sabtu, 04 Mei 2019

Olivia Newton-John selling Australian farm she's owned for nearly four decades - Fox News

Olivia Newton-John apparently isn’t as hopelessly devoted to her Australian farm anymore, as the property has just hit the market in New South Wales.

The singer and actress reportedly bought the vast property, which encompasses 187 acres, in the early ‘80s as a place where she could “recharge in the peace” of the area, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The “Grease” and “Xanadu” star is said to be selling the farm as she currently maintains a residence in Florida with husband John Easterling, and often stays at the award-winning spa she owns in the Hinterlands of Byron Bay when she visits Australia.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s. (Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REVEALS SHE'S BATTLING CANCER FOR THE THIRD TIME

"The expansive view from the farm is breathtaking and captured my heart all those years ago," Ms. Newton-John said in a statement obtained through her friend and listing agent, Jillian McGrath.

The property itself, located less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay, includes a “French-inspired country residence” with exposed wood beams and stone archways. The listing adds that the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property has a “self-contained four-room guest quarters” for visitors.

Newton-John made upgrades to the home during a 2002 renovation, including pine flooring, an eat-in kitchen and wall accents made from shells and pebbles from a local beach.

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The wraparound porch and outdoor living spaces afford views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The ranch also sits directly on a border of the Victoria Park Nature Reserve.

"Bordering on an ancient rainforest brings glorious morning birdsongs," Newton-John said. "It’s a magical spot that is the home for many different species of wildlife."

Newton-John, 70, has planted more than 10,000 trees across the property, and said she’s hoping a fellow nature-lover will appreciate the property.

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The current asking price is $5.5 million Australian, or $3.9 million, according to Mansion Global.

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2019-05-04 06:56:26Z
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Olivia Newton-John selling Australian farm she's owned for nearly four decades - Fox News

Olivia Newton-John apparently isn’t as hopelessly devoted to her Australian farm anymore, as the property has just hit the market in New South Wales.

The singer and actress reportedly bought the vast property, which encompasses 187 acres, in the early ‘80s as a place where she could “recharge in the peace” of the area, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The “Grease” and “Xanadu” star is said to be selling the farm as she currently maintains a residence in Florida with husband John Easterling, and often stays at the award-winning spa she owns in the Hinterlands of Byron Bay when she visits Australia.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s. (Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REVEALS SHE'S BATTLING CANCER FOR THE THIRD TIME

"The expansive view from the farm is breathtaking and captured my heart all those years ago," Ms. Newton-John said in a statement obtained through her friend and listing agent, Jillian McGrath.

The property itself, located less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay, includes a “French-inspired country residence” with exposed wood beams and stone archways. The listing adds that the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property has a “self-contained four-room guest quarters” for visitors.

Newton-John made upgrades to the home during a 2002 renovation, including pine flooring, an eat-in kitchen and wall accents made from shells and pebbles from a local beach.

CONDO DEVELOPMENT OFFERS ODD PERK FOR BUYERS

The wraparound porch and outdoor living spaces afford views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The ranch also sits directly on a border of the Victoria Park Nature Reserve.

"Bordering on an ancient rainforest brings glorious morning birdsongs," Newton-John said. "It’s a magical spot that is the home for many different species of wildlife."

Newton-John, 70, has planted more than 10,000 trees across the property, and said she’s hoping a fellow nature-lover will appreciate the property.

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The current asking price is $5.5 million Australian, or $3.9 million, according to Mansion Global.

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2019-05-04 06:43:16Z
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Olivia Newton-John selling Australian farm she's owned for nearly four decades - Fox News

Olivia Newton-John apparently isn’t as hopelessly devoted to her Australian farm anymore, as the property has just hit the market in New South Wales.

The singer and actress reportedly bought the vast property, which encompasses 187 acres, in the early ‘80s as a place where she could “recharge in the peace” of the area, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The “Grease” and “Xanadu” star is said to be selling the farm as she currently maintains a residence in Florida with husband John Easterling, and often stays at the award-winning spa she owns in the Hinterlands of Byron Bay when she visits Australia.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s. (Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REVEALS SHE'S BATTLING CANCER FOR THE THIRD TIME

"The expansive view from the farm is breathtaking and captured my heart all those years ago," Ms. Newton-John said in a statement obtained through her friend and listing agent, Jillian McGrath.

The property itself, located less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay, includes a “French-inspired country residence” with exposed wood beams and stone archways. The listing adds that the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property has a “self-contained four-room guest quarters” for visitors.

Newton-John made upgrades to the home during a 2002 renovation, including pine flooring, an eat-in kitchen and wall accents made from shells and pebbles from a local beach.

CONDO DEVELOPMENT OFFERS ODD PERK FOR BUYERS

The wraparound porch and outdoor living spaces afford views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The ranch also sits directly on a border of the Victoria Park Nature Reserve.

"Bordering on an ancient rainforest brings glorious morning birdsongs," Newton-John said. "It’s a magical spot that is the home for many different species of wildlife."

Newton-John, 70, has planted more than 10,000 trees across the property, and said she’s hoping a fellow nature-lover will appreciate the property.

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The current asking price is $5.5 million Australian, or $3.9 million, according to Mansion Global.

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2019-05-04 05:12:26Z
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Olivia Newton-John selling Australian farm she's owned for nearly four decades - Fox News

Olivia Newton-John apparently isn’t as hopelessly devoted to her Australian farm anymore, as the property has just hit the market in New South Wales.

The singer and actress reportedly bought the vast property, which encompasses 187 acres, in the early ‘80s as a place where she could “recharge in the peace” of the area, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The “Grease” and “Xanadu” star is said to be selling the farm as she currently maintains a residence in Florida with husband John Easterling, and often stays at the award-winning spa she owns in the Hinterlands of Byron Bay when she visits Australia.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s. (Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REVEALS SHE'S BATTLING CANCER FOR THE THIRD TIME

"The expansive view from the farm is breathtaking and captured my heart all those years ago," Ms. Newton-John said in a statement obtained through her friend and listing agent, Jillian McGrath.

The property itself, located less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay, includes a “French-inspired country residence” with exposed wood beams and stone archways. The listing adds that the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property has a “self-contained four-room guest quarters” for visitors.

Newton-John made upgrades to the home during a 2002 renovation, including pine flooring, an eat-in kitchen and wall accents made from shells and pebbles from a local beach.

CONDO DEVELOPMENT OFFERS ODD PERK FOR BUYERS

The wraparound porch and outdoor living spaces afford views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The ranch also sits directly on a border of the Victoria Park Nature Reserve.

"Bordering on an ancient rainforest brings glorious morning birdsongs," Newton-John said. "It’s a magical spot that is the home for many different species of wildlife."

Newton-John, 70, has planted more than 10,000 trees across the property, and said she’s hoping a fellow nature-lover will appreciate the property.

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The current asking price is $5.5 million Australian, or $3.9 million, according to Mansion Global.

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2019-05-04 03:49:37Z
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Olivia Newton-John selling Australian farm she's owned for nearly four decades - Fox News

Olivia Newton-John apparently isn’t as hopelessly devoted to her Australian farm anymore, as the property has just hit the market in New South Wales.

The singer and actress reportedly bought the vast property, which encompasses 187 acres, in the early ‘80s as a place where she could “recharge in the peace” of the area, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

The “Grease” and “Xanadu” star is said to be selling the farm as she currently maintains a residence in Florida with husband John Easterling, and often stays at the award-winning spa she owns in the Hinterlands of Byron Bay when she visits Australia.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s.

Newton-John, seen here at the annual Wellness Walk and Research Runon in Melbourne, Australia in 2018, has owned the property since the early '80s. (Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN REVEALS SHE'S BATTLING CANCER FOR THE THIRD TIME

"The expansive view from the farm is breathtaking and captured my heart all those years ago," Ms. Newton-John said in a statement obtained through her friend and listing agent, Jillian McGrath.

The property itself, located less than an hour’s drive from Byron Bay, includes a “French-inspired country residence” with exposed wood beams and stone archways. The listing adds that the four-bedroom, three-bathroom property has a “self-contained four-room guest quarters” for visitors.

Newton-John made upgrades to the home during a 2002 renovation, including pine flooring, an eat-in kitchen and wall accents made from shells and pebbles from a local beach.

CONDO DEVELOPMENT OFFERS ODD PERK FOR BUYERS

The wraparound porch and outdoor living spaces afford views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The ranch also sits directly on a border of the Victoria Park Nature Reserve.

"Bordering on an ancient rainforest brings glorious morning birdsongs," Newton-John said. "It’s a magical spot that is the home for many different species of wildlife."

Newton-John, 70, has planted more than 10,000 trees across the property, and said she’s hoping a fellow nature-lover will appreciate the property.

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The current asking price is $5.5 million Australian, or $3.9 million, according to Mansion Global.

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2019-05-04 03:35:05Z
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Jumat, 03 Mei 2019

Uber sued for 'hundreds of millions' in Australian class action - Engadget

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Uber is no stranger to lawsuits on any continent, but a new class action filing from four Australian states looks set to become one of the largest in the country's history.

Law firm Maurice Blackburn filed the suit at the Victoria Supreme Court on behalf of drivers, operators and licence owners from Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. It says more than 6,000 participants have already joined on a no-win, no-fee basis, and potential damages could number "in the hundreds of millions of dollars," per Reuters.

The company states that the claimants aim to "hold Uber accountable for destroying their livelihoods," with case files accusing Uber of operating illegally and assisting its drivers to do the same.

According to Maurice Blackburn, Uber intentionally targeted Australian markets with less-stringent transport regulation, ignored local requirements to have a taxi or hire licence, and paid drivers' fines when they were caught breaking the rules. This, alleges the suit, allowed Uber to quickly establish a strong presence in the relevant four markets that damaged licenced drivers' livelihoods.

Furthermore, the suit raises the controversial issue of 'Greyball,' a software update to the Uber app that showed fake 'ghost' vehicles to users believed to be transport officials, giving the illusion the app was working while not allowing them to book any rides. The software operated as Uber's version of a shadowban, essentially.

Elizabeth O'Shea, Senior Associate at Maurice Blackburn, comments:

"Uber came in and exploited people by operating outside of regulations and it was Uber's conduct that led to horrible losses being suffered by our group members. For those reasons, we are targeting the multi-billion dollar company Uber and its associated entities to provide redress to those affected."

Uber said it had not yet seen evidence of a suit but clarified that it "denies this allegation" and that the claim would be "vigorously defended."

The legal challenge comes as Uber prepares to go public in the US at a valuation of over $120 billion. Negative publicity caused by lawsuits and accusations will likely be much more of a thorn in the company's side when it has shareholders to appease.

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2019-05-03 13:12:32Z
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Uber sued for 'hundreds of millions' in Australian class action - Engadget

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Uber is no stranger to lawsuits on any continent, but a new class action filing from four Australian states looks set to become one of the largest in the country's history.

Law firm Maurice Blackburn filed the suit at the Victoria Supreme Court on behalf of drivers, operators and licence owners from Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. It says more than 6,000 participants have already joined on a no-win, no-fee basis, and potential damages could number "in the hundreds of millions of dollars," per Reuters.

The company states that the claimants aim to "hold Uber accountable for destroying their livelihoods," with case files accusing Uber of operating illegally and assisting its drivers to do the same.

According to Maurice Blackburn, Uber intentionally targeted Australian markets with less-stringent transport regulation, ignored local requirements to have a taxi or hire licence, and paid drivers' fines when they were caught breaking the rules. This, alleges the suit, allowed Uber to quickly establish a strong presence in the relevant four markets that damaged licenced drivers' livelihoods.

Furthermore, the suit raises the controversial issue of 'Greyball,' a software update to the Uber app that showed fake 'ghost' vehicles to users believed to be transport officials, giving the illusion the app was working while not allowing them to book any rides. The software operated as Uber's version of a shadowban, essentially.

Elizabeth O'Shea, Senior Associate at Maurice Blackburn, comments:

"Uber came in and exploited people by operating outside of regulations and it was Uber's conduct that led to horrible losses being suffered by our group members. For those reasons, we are targeting the multi-billion dollar company Uber and its associated entities to provide redress to those affected."

Uber said it had not yet seen evidence of a suit but clarified that it "denies this allegation" and that the claim would be "vigorously defended."

The legal challenge comes as Uber prepares to go public in the US at a valuation of over $120 billion. Negative publicity caused by lawsuits and accusations will likely be much more of a thorn in the company's side when it has shareholders to appease.

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2019-05-03 13:10:45Z
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