The outgoing AFL boss has bought in one of Melbourne’s most exclusive streets, for a massive price.
Outgoing AFL boss Gillon McLachlan and his wife Laura have purchased a multimillion-dollar mansion in one of Melbourne’s most exclusive streets.Outgoing AFL boss Gillon McLachlan and wife Laura Blythe attend the 2022 Brownlow Medal.A spokesman for McLachlan declined to comment on the purchase of the property.
In August, the couple listed their six-bedroom home, also in Prahran, with price guide of $10 million to $11 million.Gillon and Laura McLachlan’s house was originally listed for sale with a guide of $10 million to $11 million.Despite its high-end finishes, the couple later reduced the guide to $8.8 million to $9.3 million.
The home, which is in the name of Gillon’s wife Laura, last traded for $4 million in 2013, public records show.Gillon McLachlan is nearing the end of his tenure as AFL chief executive officer. He took the role in 2014 and was planning to vacate it a few years ago, but agreed to continue in the position when the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
He guided the competition through those tumultuous seasons, then announced his planned resignation in April this year before helping finalise a lucrative, seven year broadcast deal to shore up the game’s financial position. The Morning Edition newsletter is our guide to the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights.
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