The mystery of the $8 million mansion

One of the strangest aspects of the split that’s fascinated Australia is Karl spent an extraordinary $8 million on Cassandra’s “dream home” just 23 days before the decision was made to end the marriage.

The magnificent home on the waterfront at Cremorne was still under construction when they bought it, and Cass was able to help redesign the interior so the house provided everything they had ever wished for in a home.

Each of the children picked out their own bedroom, and Cass has spent the past three months decorating the house with some of the furniture from her old life and some new pieces chosen to reflect the beautiful harbour views.

“This really is my dream home,” she says, smiling.