Halcyon Days Spring 2014

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Baby boomers return the good fortune The baby boomer generation is often characterised by ambition, hard work and affluence — a product of post-war optimism and opportunity. But in 2014 looms a cultural shift that, according to leading demographer Bernard Salt, will see baby boomers increasingly seeking to return the good fortune that was bestowed upon them through a variety of community and volunteer-based initiatives.

In a recent presentation to Halcyon and some of its corporate partners, Mr Salt offered his take on a re-imagined future for retirees. In his report, ‘Re-imagining the Great Australian Retirement Lifestyle’, Becci the Jack Russell helps Campbell McPhail with his reading

Mr Salt suggested the baby boomer phase of the lifecycle was being reshaped

social movement amongst retirees.

and confidence. For the past 12 months

to include greater social, family and work

Halcyon Waters home owner Gina

Becci has been helping seven to eight

engagement.

Salier likes to pay it forward to today’s

year old’s with one-on-one Story Dogs

generation. With her Jack Russell Becci,

sessions at Labrador State School. The

Gina helps children at a local primary

Story Dogs team consists of generous

school learn to read.

volunteers and their accredited pooches

“It fits with the modern philosophy of having a diversity of activities and interests,” the report states. A standout finding of the report was the suggestion

The program, called ‘Story Dogs’, involves

that over the next 10 years, volunteering

primary school children reading to dogs

will become an increasingly prevalent

in order to develop their literacy skills

who provide a comfortable and nonintimidating environment to help children develop their reading abilities.

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Our nomads on the go

Grand Finale, new starts

Fitness and fun times

Win ‘Australia’s Best’ cruise

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“But contrary to popular belief, it’s not

at Christmas time. Last year they made

Mrs Salier says there are numerous

all about cruises and caravans. As well

around 200 toys which they gave to local

benefits of the Story Dogs program

as travel and recreation, there is a real

churches in December. Dr Geissmann

which extend beyond improving a child’s

desire amongst home owners to be

said it was great to see home owners

reading skills. “The best part about the

active within their communities. “Their

using their skills for various charitable and

program is that reading becomes fun

pursuits involve various charitable and

community-based pursuits. “They are

instead of being a chore, especially for

community-based initiatives which we are

very generous in donating their time and

those who may lack confidence,” she said.

happy to cultivate and support.”

effort to numerous worthy causes,” he

An important aspect of the volunteer-

The ‘Craft and Chat’ group at Halcyon

said.

based reading program is contributions from sponsors who help with the ongoing costs associated with being an accredited Story Dog.

Waters is also pulling together for a great cause — protecting Australian penguins affected by oil spills. Six knitters from the group created 80 penguin-sized jackets

Becci is sponsored by Halcyon and,

and made them available to one of

according to Mrs Salier, the company’s

Australia’s most significant fairy penguin

support is vital in covering costs

populations, Phillip Island in Victoria.

associated with the program, including training, assessment, vet checks, a dog vest, insurance, books and a shirt for the handler. Halcyon aims to foster community integration for its home owners and supports their recreational and charitable pursuits, says Joint

The jackets were sent to the ‘Knits for Nature’ program on the island when the women heard about the potentially fatal impact of oil spillages on small penguins and the protection the jackets offer from ingestion.

Managing Director Dr Bevan Geissmann.

The volunteering movement isn’t only

“Home owners participate in a range of

confined to the ladies. At Halcyon Parks

lifestyle pursuits which dominate their

in Caloundra, the ‘Toy Boys’ is a group

later years in place of full-time work

of men who get together weekly and

commitments,” he said.

make toys for disadvantaged children

Leading Australian media and social commentator, Bernard Salt

“Time after time home owners come together to help out where they can — they are not confined to what’s happening within the four walls of their community and are genuine in their desire to give back.” As well as a shift to volunteer-based activities, Mr Salt’s report identified other social trends that would continue to emerge amongst the baby boomer generation in years to come. The report notes modern seniors will embrace spirituality, both traditional religion and new-age thinking. It also highlights a desire to be part of the community, not remote or removed from

Halcyon Waters’ ‘Craft and Chat’ group knit jackets to protect Australian penguins affected by oil spills.

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Halcyon’s ‘blue nomads’ take to the water...

Whilst we are all familiar with the grey nomads roaming the highways of Australia, Halcyon just might be on the verge of creating another baby boomer trend.

Now offering boats and a free licensing program at the new Vision by Halcyon community, a group of ‘blue nomads’ has formed, even before construction has finished!

Located on absolute waterfront, Vision

by Halcyon will feature marina berths for home owner’s private vessels and will also provide boats and kayaks for blue nomads to share and help enjoy the waterways.

By the time they move in, many will have already completed a one-day boat licensing course to allow full use of the marina and the community’s boats.

Future Vision by Halcyon home owners will be able to use the community boats

Joint Managing Director Dr Bevan

“We don’t force people to partake in

“The grey nomad status is almost a

Geissmann said that Halcyon

activities, but we encourage people to try

right of passage for many over 50’s,” Dr

communities are designed to be enjoyed.

new things.”

Geissmann said. “Here on the Gold Coast

... grey nomads hit the highway!

though, we are seeing the emergence of the blue nomad, taking off on their boats and enjoying the open waters in the same way they do the open road.”

At Halcyon Waters, a caravanning group ‘Halcyon Getaway Tours’ organises five trips a year, often with more than 25 home owners taking part. Social group Chairman Ian Pedersen said the trips were made possible by the concentration of like-minded people and the community being gated.

“You get to know your neighbours,” he said. “The benefit of living in a place like Halcyon is that we can lock up and leave

Halcyon Getaway Tours preparing a convoy to hit the road for adventure

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be something special. In a

A fitting Grand Finale

few short years the dream

a local Sunshine Coast Living Smart

Halcyon Landing also took home gold

has turned to reality and

‘Glossies’ Award and being recognised

at the Queensland UDIA Awards for

a community in the true sense of the

as the first retirement community in

Excellence, winning four titles including

word has formed. Along the way several

Australia to receive the coveted six–leaf

the President’s Award before going on to

milestones were achieved including

EnviroDevelopment certification.

win Australia’s Best Seniors’ Living 2014.

From the beginning Halcyon Landing was destined to

Following successive sell out releases, the last 18 homes ever to be built at the Bli Bli community have been launched to the market. The ‘Grand Finale Release’ is a fitting tribute, embracing all the initiatives that the community is renowned for — excellence in design, innovation, environmental initiatives and community creation. As the curtain begins to close at Halcyon Landing, two new communities are beginning to take shape in South East Queensland.

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An artist’s impression of the new Vision by Halcyon waterfront community

Representing the first foray into a

developer’s most affordable product to

176 energy efficient homes whilst offering all

burgeoning northern Brisbane market,

date. Located at Caboolture North, the

the hallmarks synonymous with a Halcyon

Halcyon Glades is the award winning

gated community will ultimately consist of

lifestyle. Early Bird incentives prompted the

... and something(s) brand new! quick sell out of the first release and 50% of the second release of homes are sold following the recent launch. Construction is on track with the first home owners due to move into their new homes before Christmas.

In another first for Halcyon, construction is now also well underway at its inaugural waterfront lifestyle community and most An artist’s impression of the ‘Long House’ and Leisure Facilities at Halcyon Glades

exclusive product yet.

Situated on a spectacular site at Hope Island with direct Broadwater access, Vision by Halcyon is set to take the concept of over 50’s living to new heights.

Like Halcyon Glades, the first release of homes is already sold out and the second, ‘Ontario Release’ is selling quickly.

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Striving to create Australia’s healthiest communities For many people, moving to a Halcyon

Joint Managing Director Dr Bevan

community means starting a new fitness

Geissmann said that there was a direct

regime, hobby or joining one of the

correlation between health, happiness

many special interest groups on offer.

and longevity. “It’s about getting on with

Halcyon actively promotes the philosophy

life, having a great time doing it and

of trying new things for the first time,

getting fitter. As a medical practitioner

along with improved fitness and new

I know the number one thing to do to

friendships.

keep healthy is to be active which in turn

From aqua aerobics to Zumba and

boosts you both mentally and physically.”

aimed at weight loss and good living,

“As we all know, the fitter we are, the healthier we are.”

home owners are eager to take on the

“Most of our home owners now

challenge.

participate in one form of sport or

Fully equipped gymnasiums, personal

another, and many say that they are

trainers, swimming pools, tennis courts

more physically active than they have

special health and wellness programmes

and shared community spaces are

been in years.”

Coast Marathon events. From humble beginnings and an inspiring idea back in 2008, Halcyon now fields a team of more than 140 in each marathon, making it one of the largest corporate teams to enter.

The spirit of camaraderie and sense of

just some of the facilities supplied for

One activity that has proved particularly

accomplishment is clearly evident at the

physical activity, mental stimulation and

motivating is the opportunity to compete

finish line for first timers and those adding

interaction.

in the Gold Coast and Sunshine

another tick off the bucket list.

2014 Halcyon Gold Coast Marathon Team

2014 Halcyon Sunshine Coast Marathon Team

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Win ‘Australia’s Best’ cruise! *

Total prize valued at $ 3 0 , 0 0 0 !

To celebrate winning Australia’s Best Seniors’ Living 2014, Halcyon are saying ‘thank you’ by offering the chance to win ‘Australia’s Best’ cruise. Imagine cruising aboard the National Geographic ‘Orion’ and exploring one of the last true wilderness areas on earth... the Kimberley.

Simply introduce a friend who signs a contract to purchase a home in any Halcyon community before 30 April 2015, and you and your friend(s) go in to the draw.

The prize includes a luxury 10-night expedition cruise for two in a grand suite along with helicopter flights over the spectacular Mitchell and King George Falls, return airfares, transfers and accommodation.

As always, when a referrer introduces someone who goes on to live at Halcyon, they may still receive $1,500 and $500 to donate to the charity of their choice.

*Promotion starts 1/9/2014 – Ends 30/4/2015. Prize drawn 1/5/2015. Photographs are for illustrative purposes only.

Conditions apply, details available at all Halcyon Sales Centres.

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Picnic in the park, spring has sprung Now that spring is in the air, it’s the ideal time to be outdoors enjoying the perfect weather. At communities on the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, everyone is in the mood to party. ‘Funday Sunday’ and ‘Picnic on the Lawn’ are two of the most popular outdoor events for home owners, family and friends. It’s good times and games galore with live entertainment, socialising and sports fuelled by a traditional sausage sizzle and ice cream.

Halcyon days like these are always a huge hit with the grandchildren who are catered for with face painting and fun activities. Even the soon to be new home owners from Halcyon Glades were in on the act, gathering in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland for lunch and games whilst forming new friendships with future neighbours.

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