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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. Continued on page 2
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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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society, but in the heart of the action.
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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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our homes, feeling secure.”
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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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