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Special Kensington Gardens Open Day Wrap-Around
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 19, 2016
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YOUR PREMIER LIFESTYLE ESTATE Come see what Kensington Gardens has to offer SPECIAL 8 PAGE WRAP AROUND FEATURE
Open Day, Saturday, October 22 from 10am to 4pm SECURITY, happiness and independence is all a part of the Kensington Gardens charm, and you can come to see the vibrant, premier lifestyle estate for yourself during a special Open Day. With state-of-the-art facilities and a range of great activities, living as part of the Kensington Gardens family has never looked so
good. From the library, bar, pool and cinema complex to the range of social activities including walking groups, camp oven nights, cards, snooker, aqua aerobics and more, there is always something to keep you entertained. Continued on page 2
THE KENSINGTON LIFESTYLE DIFFERENCE… Kensington Gardens is holding their 2016 Open Day on October 22, where the local and wider communities are being invited to drop in and have a chat with residents and staff. Photo: Supplied.
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Your premier lifestyle estate Continued from page 1 KENSINGTON Gardens manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “Come along to our open day and discover what Kensington Gardens has to offer. You can take a tour around the magnificent clubhouse, inspect the display home and most importantly speak with our residents and find out about their experiences of living at Kensington Gardens.
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“We will have a barbeque lunch in the alfresco area and you can enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. “We will have plenty of entertainment on the day with a 95 3SR FM live broadcast from 10am to 2pm and there will be live music in the alfresco area, line dancing, model helicopter flying lessons and more. “We now have 103 homes occupied in Stages 1, 2 and 3A, five homes under construction and we’re excited to be offering a price freeze on Stage 2, with great savings on offer and have just started development of Stage 4. “We encourage members of the community to compare what we offer. We pride ourselves
on the quality of our brick and mortar homes and on the premier lifestyle opportunities that we offer. We don’t think you’ll find better anywhere else. “Most importantly though, we care about the members of our community and nothing is too much trouble to ensure that they enjoy an amazing and vibrant lifestyle. “If you are looking for security, happiness and independence then look no further than Kensington Gardens.” For more information on the Open Day or to speak with the friendly Kensington Gardens’ team, call into 80 Channel Road, Shepparton or phone 5820 5100.
DOORS OPEN TO DISCOVER KENSINGTON… The Kensington Gardens Open Day is a great way to discover the Kensington Gardens lifestyle difference. Photo: Supplied.
A message from Kensington Gardens manager, Peter Stanbrook AS MANAGER, I would like to extend a personal invitation to you to attend our Open Day this coming Saturday. Our Open Day gives you a great opportunity to inspect our beautiful estate and our new display home as well as meet with our residents. Hear their story on life at Kensington Gardens. Find out what lifestyle opportunities you could have by becoming a future resident. We have entertainment performing during the day as well as resident groups participating in regular activities that take place in the $4.5M club house and surrounds. Feel free to join in and have some fun! Our residents will be cooking up a storm on our barbeques, so you can enjoy a free sausage or hamburger through out the day. Enjoy a drink at the bar or a cup of coffee or tea. We continue to grow and you will discover
that our concept is very different to the traditional retirement village. We have many home plans that vary in size and price to suit most budgets. Why not take the time on Saturday to pop in and see for yourself. I look forward to seeing you on the day.
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Save with a freeze on pricing THERE has never been a better time to take the steps to a better lifestyle, with Kensington Gardens offering big savings through its price freeze option. Now is the time to purchase your new home and take advantage of the price freeze. Selected sites in Stage 2 are currently available at last year ’s prices, with savings of up to $13,780 available. You can choose from single or double garage sites and each home site displays a sign indicating which style of home can be built on it, making it easier to find the perfect location for your new home. Kensington Gardens manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “We have some fantastic options available. Popular home styles include the Kirkland and Stirling designs as well as our Kirkland Plus and Stirling Plus designs.”
Stirling Plus/Kirkland Plus Stirling/Kirkland Hawthorn/Hastings Sinclair/Macarthur/St Andrews Paisley/Livingstone Inverness/Campbell Coatbridge Caravan Parking Work Shop
STAGE 2 SPECIAL… Kensington Gardens is helping to make it easier to get into your new home, offering a special price freeze on Stage 2 homes, that come with a saving of up to $13,780. Photo: Supplied.
Secure your lot in Stage 4 SINCE 2009, Kensing ton Gardens has continued growing the premium lifestyle estate, and has just begun development of Stage 4, where 24 new lots to suit various home designs has become available. Kensing ton Gardens manager, Peter
Stanbrook said, “To date we have sold six sites and building will commence very soon. “Discover what plans are available and the changing trends that you are able to choose from.”
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Enjoying the Kensington lifestyle Barry and Marika Armstrong PLEASING MOVE… Marika and Barry Armstrong are pleased that they made the decision to join the Kensington Gardens lifestyle community. Photo: Supplied.
MARIKA Armstrong was born in Germany and husband, Barry in Alexandra. They married in 1967 and together they built a home in Alexandra, where they spent 48 happy years. Marika worked for the shire council before opening her own retail clothing business and Barry was the manager of a meat department. Af ter travelling to Sheppar ton for bowls, Marika was introduced to
Kensington Gardens and in April 2015, they made the move into a Macarthur Altered home. Marika and Barry said, “We both are very happy that we chose to live at Kensington Gardens and love the lifestyle it has to offer.” Today, Marika and Barry’s daughter lives in Brisbane with the couple’s two adorable grandsons, and Marika and Barry couldn’t be happier with their new lifestyle.
There is always something to do
ENTERTAINING AND FUN… From camp oven nights to walking groups, residents at Kensington Gardens are always kept entertained. Photo: Supplied.
LIFE is never boring for residents at Kensing ton Gardens. There is always something to do or be involved in, so when you get that itch, there will be something waiting that will appeal to everybody. From the increasingly popular camp oven nights, to the workshop activities, A FL g ra n d f inal a n d Melbo u r n e Cu p day events, walking group, cards group, model helicopter flying , weekly
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movies, line dancing, indoor and outdoor croquet, Friday happy hours, snooker competitions, aqua aerobics, thai chi and yoga just to name some of what you can enjoy at Kensington Gardens, and all at your leisure. Manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “It’s important to be active and keep your mind active, and this can be done while enjoying being in the company of others.
“ We h a v e m a n y a c t i v i t i e s o n o u r program and residents can do as much or as little as they like, or they can just sit back and have a chat in our facilities. “At Kensington Gardens, we offer the opportunity to enjoy a shared connection with people of the same age, to discover sh a re d in te re s t s a n d c re a te las t in g friendships.”
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Luxurious living with the Kirkland Plus IT’S the unbeatable and lu x u rio us liv ing on of fer a t Kensing ton Gardens that has seen t he village becom e so popular, and residents certainly know what they want, with the Kirkland Plus proving to be the most popular home plan. The Kirkland Plus consists of three bedrooms, single or double garage, alfresco area and spacious living area of 143 square metres and can now be viewed, as it’s plan is the latest display home at Kensing ton Gardens. Manager, Peter Stanbrook
said , “ We have 16 dif feren t home plan choices, ranging from three to four bedrooms and all come with an ensuite, bathroom, lock-up garage and undercover alfresco area. “Most residents are not keen on downsizing their home and choose a three or four bedroom home to suit their needs, which is why the Kirkland Plus is among the most popular designs. “We are ver y pleased to be able to provide these homes for our residents and encourage members of the community to view our floor plans.”
THE CHOICE IS YOUR… Being among the most popular design choices, the Kirkland Plus offers luxury living at Kensington Gardens. Photo: Supplied.
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LIFE IS A PARTY… The full sized auditorium at Kensington Gardens can be used by residents for a range of functions including birthday parties and special celebratory events for the Melbourne Cup. Photo: Supplied.
THERE is so much more on of fer at Kensington Gardens than most people would know. Did you know that residents can take advantage of a full sized auditorium to hold functions? From bir thday par ties, wedding anniversaries, spor ts meeting events, table tennis events, indoor bowls, choir practice and special celebratory events for the Melbourne Cup, family gatherings and
almost anything else you can think of, the function room comes with a stage and dance floor and easily sits more than 200 people. Manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “Our auditorium is a fantastic space that residents can use for their own personal needs and really adds to the lifestyle here at Kensington Gardens. “It’s facilities such as this that allow our residents to enjoy a community lifestyle.”
Safety, security and time to travel KENSINGTON POINT OF DIFFERENCE… Kensington Gardens extensive caravan, RV, boat parking, storage facilities and caravan wash is the lifestyle village’s point of difference. Photo: Supplied.
THE Kensington Gardens point of difference is one definitely worth talking about. With their extensive caravan, RV and boat parking and storage facilities, Kensington Gardens has made a name for themselves by being the provider of the largest undercover lockup caravan, RV and boat storage areas in rural Victoria. Offering up to 7 7 allotments for the convenient and secure storage of residents’ recreational vehicles and equipment, Kensington Gardens’ secure shedding space provides a high level of convenience for their residents. A s well as t h e s to rage facilities , Kensington Gardens now has caravan wash facilities on-site, meaning residents can
wash up after they return from their time away. Manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “Our storage and wash facilities are our point of difference and ensures our residents’ vans are safe when at home and means they can head off travelling when it suits with ease and confidence and know they can clean up when they return home. “The facility is also secure with camera surveillance and security lighting for the safety and protection of our residents and their property. “Some residents have searched far and wide to find facilities of this quality and moved from other areas of the state to Shepparton.”
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Affordable living with state-of-the-art designs IT’S the perfect combination of an affordable lifestyle with bricks and mortar security that makes Kensington Gardens a lifestyle choice like no other. All homes are stand alone brick veneer, architect designed affordable luxury and there are 16 home designs to choose from. Manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “You can select from a wide range of designer finishes, fixtures and flooring and then just move in and enjoy a fully landscaped over 50s resort lifestyle, so you can choose the lifestyle that is right for you. “All of our homes are built by our preferred building contractors, Alatalo Bros with whom Kensington Gardens has enjoyed a long working association and trusted relationship with. “Home designs can be modified to include changes that are important to each individual, just ask myself and Ros for ideas and solutions.” Part of the success story of Kensington Gardens, can be attributed to the unique partnership with family owned, new home builders, Alatalo Bros. Peter said, “Apart from being outstanding home and resort facility builders, Alatalo Bros have gained a deserved reputation over the last 30 years for delivering the highest level of quality at an affordable price.” Alatalo Bros general manager, Tony Moyle said, “The relationship we have with Kensington Gardens has been great and it has become quite a successful relationship for both parties.
LIFESTYLE PARTNERSHIP… From left , Alatalo Bros Construction supervisor, Malcolm Gorton and general manager, Tony Moyle. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
“Having an open mind from both sides, offering different suggestions and working together to achieve the goals that Kensington Garden’s residents are looking for has been quite successful. We think that’s due to the fact both Kensington Gardens and our builders want to work together to achieve the same goal; happy clients.” For more information, contact Alatalo Bros general manager, Tony Moyle on 0419 339 303.
A crafty reason to give back to the community AMONG the many other g roups and activities on of fer when living in the Kensington Gardens lifestyle estate is one group who continue to give back to the community. The Ladies Craft Group is a great way to meet other residents and put your skills to use for a good cause, with any monies raised from the sale of craft items going directly to the Peter Copulos Cancer and Wellness Centre at GV Health. This year, the ladies have been working on Christmas decorations that are going to be sold, including Christmas trees and doves, with all craft items available to purchase at
CRAFTY FUN FOR A GOOD CAUSE… The Ladies Craft Group is just one of the many groups and activities on offer at Kensington Gardens. Photo: Supplied.
the Kensington Gardens Open Day, which all goes to helping support a great local cause.
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