My Halcyon Days - Winter 2018

My Halcyon

DAYS Winter 2018

Cover story

Halcyon Lakeside’s Dott Muller serving it up on the pickleball court p10

Out & about Easy Riders hit the trail p20-23

A helping hand

Adversity brings out the best in Nerida p28-29

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Winter 2018

My Halcyon

Contents 3-7

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DAYS

WHO LIVES AT HALCYON

Halcyon Greens lures golfing stalwart Life’s what you make it My Halcyon Parks life with Dale Davis

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WHY HAVE RULES?

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COVER STORY

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IN & AROUND

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OUT & ABOUT

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HEALTH & FITNESS

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A HELPING HAND

Winter 2018 has been an active season for our home owners. There is never a dull moment for our Halcyon communities with so much going on.

A word from Dr Bevan Geissmann

The word Halcyon reflects an idyllic time of happiness, success, peace and calm. It truly encapsulates the lifestyle our home owners are rediscovering right across Halcyon’s seven over 50s communities.

What the heck is pickleball?

So, sit back, relax and enjoy My Halcyon Days.

Halcyon milestone is a life-changing moment Community spirit puts a spring in Jeanette’s recovery Adapting to community living It’s time to getaway again Easy Riders hit the trail Terry keeps going strong Bonny Babes light up Nana Joyce’s life Adversity brings out the best in Nerida

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THAT’S FREEDOM

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SENIORS WEEK

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SPOTLIGHT ON

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DESIGNED FOR LIVING

Dr. Bevan Geissmann & Paul Melville Joint Managing Directors

Take advantage of the Federal Government’s $300,000 downsizing incentive

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SOCIAL SEEN

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SMALL TALK GRANDKIDS’ PERSPECTIVE

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HALCYON COMMUNITIES

Celebrating a Queensland for All Ages Investment dollars pouring into Caboolture north Say hello to a big lifestyle that’s low on maintenance Downsize without feeling fenced in

Halcyon Waters ABBA Disco Anzac Day Halcyon Lakeside Recreation Club Official Opening Picnic at Greens

Whilst all care has been taken in the preparation of the particulars contained herein, no warranty can be given and interested parties must therefore rely on their enquiries. Prices and details correct at time of printing.

Effective as at July 2018.

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Who lives at Halcyon

HALCYON GREENS

lures

GOLFING STALWART QUEENSLAND GOLFING FIGURE Barry Shepherd and wife Yvonne are pleased they teed up a move into Australia’s first over 50s golf and residential community, the $300 million Halcyon Greens, Pimpama.

Barry served as the Queensland Golf Union (QGU) president for three years before playing an instrumental role in unifying men’s and women’s golf to create Golf Queensland.

The former pharmacist also had significant involvement with Golf Australia during his 40-plus years in golf administration, and was honoured with the Service to Sport Award at the Queensland Sports Awards in 2012.

Barry is a regular golfer and Yvonne also enjoys a round, so the move to Halcyon Greens, which overlooks the 18-hole Gainsborough Greens Golf Course, was a logical one, especially when the couple receive free golf membership.

“It did influence the decision,” Barry said.

“We only live 100m from the new clubhouse - and I play mid-week there.

“I have three mates who play regularly at Gainsborough Greens, so I’m able to join them for a mid-week game.

We also liked the idea of all the community facilities at Halcyon, like the pickleball, gymnasium and tennis – everything’s going to be there.

The desire to downsize from their double-storey Redland Bay home had also influenced the couple’s decision to move to Halcyon Greens.

“We had a fairly large house and it’s just the two of us now, so it was time to downsize and move to a one-level home,” Barry said.

“We also liked the idea of all the community facilities at Halcyon, like the pickleball, gymnasium and tennis – everything’s going to be there.”

“Golf Queensland had the Queensland Open Championships there back in 2007 and the course wasn’t bad, but I think they’ve done a good job with it and it has improved out of sight.”

The couple even factored storage of Yvonne’s golf buggy into the design of their new home at Halcyon Greens.

“We’ve converted part of the garage into a space where Yvonne can park her cart,” Barry said.

Yvonne and Barry Shepherd

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Life’s what you make it Lyn and Ian McEldowney

FOR VISION BY HALCYON home owners, Lyn and Ian McEldowney, what you get out of living at Halcyon is entirely up to you.

Lyn and Ian became skilled at establishing themselves in a community after being among the first home owners at Halcyon Waters in 2007 and again at Vision by Halcyon in 2014.

Active by nature, Ian was one of the initiators of Halcyon Waters’ walking group, The Striders, and a founding member of the cycling group.

He was involved in the gardening group and found time for gym sessions, tennis and indoor bowls.

“We didn’t have neighbours for a long time,” Ian said.

“Early on, we’d go to the social outings that Halcyon put on and we had a small group that once a week made a meal and had a movie night in the Leisure Centre.

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Given their experience in two Halcyon communities, what’s their advice to new home owners?

“You’ve got to join in on things, the opportunities are there,” Lyn said.

For Ian, it’s very much up to the individual on how they want to live their lifestyle.

“You can volunteer, you can involve yourself in the activities that you enjoy, or if you don’t, you can just lead a private life knowing you live in a secure place,” he said.

“It was an informal arrangement with the early home owners, so we’d all get to know each other and form relationships.”

As a dedicated ballroom dancer, Lyn continued to focus on that pursuit outside of Halcyon Waters, but she was the catalyst for bringing a ballroom dancing teacher in to give lessons in the Leisure Club.

“It is good to keep a balance so that you also have outside interests, activities and friends,” she said.

“But we have made some close friends at Halcyon and have great neighbours.

“When you’re not in a community like this and you’re just in a home in the suburbs, you don’t have the same rapport with your neighbours.”

“It doesn’t work for everybody and it comes back to people keeping an open mind. Halcyon provides a great lifestyle if you’re prepared to accept that it is a community and you’re not just living in your own little bubble.

“You’ve got to give and take, and that’s not for everybody and that’s just natural.”

It was the right decision for the McEldowneys who enjoy the like-mindedness and cohesion of Halcyon.

“One of the strengths is that you’re moving into a community with people who have shared experiences through their work, their life and what they’ve done,” Ian said.

“You have had a similar life in terms of experience and you’re on a similar wavelength. You don’t have skateboarders rushing around on the street all day or cars hooning.

“You’ve got a community that can provide a good lifestyle if you want to accept the give and take.

And you meet nice people.”

When you’re not in a community like this and you’re just in a home in the suburbs, you don’t have the same rapport with your neighbours.

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Who lives at Halcyon

Dale (centre in blue top) taking a fitness class with friends

My Halcyon

Parks life with Dale Davis

AFTER 13 YEARS AS A CITRUS FARMER with very little leisure time, former high school teacher Dale Davis is delighted to be busy in an entirely different way at Halcyon Parks in Caloundra.

“This place is just amazing,” Dale said. “There are so many things to do if you want to do them. The people here are so friendly, helpful and welcoming.”

Dale has discovered her active, creative and social self by enjoying everything from Zumba Gold, aqua aerobics and yoga through to finding her singing voice and learning the ukulele.

“I never sang a note before I came here - I just jumped in and picked it up,” she said.

Each Friday morning, Dale steps out with hubby Rob and The Pacers walking group for a brisk 5km stroll that concludes with breakfast at one of their favourite local cafes.

Later that day, you might find her in the community kitchen helping to prepare the home owner-catered dinner for the weekly Happy Hour get-together.

“If it’s not my week to volunteer in the kitchen, I’m enjoying having someone else doing the cooking,” she laughed.

So, with plenty of physical activity, cultural pursuits, social get-togethers and precious family time in her schedule, Dale is making the most of her Halcyon Days.

We tag along during a typical week in her busy life at Halcyon Parks.

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Right: Dale (left) playing the ukulele with other Halcyon Parks players

Dale (left) enjoying drinks with friends

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DALE’S WEEKLY PLAN

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July 2018

8 - 9a m : Fitness session at the Rec Clu b 2 - 4pm : Ukulele practice with Uke gro up in Rec Club

Mon 23

10 - 11a m : Zumba Gold class at Bellvista M eeting Place 2 - 5pm : Social bowls on the Bowling Green

Tue 24

9 - 11a m : Yoga at U3A hall, Caloundra 1 - 4p m : Rehearsal with the Treble Cle fts

Wed 25

singing group

8 - 9a m : Fitness session at the Rec Clu b 10 - 12pm : Ukulele practice with Uke group in Rec Club 2 - 5pm : Social bowls on the Bowling Green 6a m : Walk with ‘The Pacers walking gro up, meet at front gate 10am : Aqua aerobics in the pool (in sum mer) 5pm : Happy Hour at the Rec club Catch up with Mum at Woombye Visit family in Buderim

9 - 11a m : Social bowls at the Bowling Green 5pm : Music on the deck at the Rec Clu b

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Why have rules?

by Dr Bevan Geissmann, Joint Managing Director INTEGRAL TO THE FUN, friendship and freedom of the Halcyon lifestyle, is mutual trust, community spirit and the comfort of knowing your neighbours.

Community living brings so many advantages – such as security, like-minded neighbours and new friends – but it does mean compromising in some small ways for the benefit of everyone.

Helping to shape the unique lifestyle that Halcyon home owners love and appreciate are our community rules or guidelines.

Some of these are governed by the legislation we operate under while others are better described as part of the ‘social contract’ of living at Halcyon.

This is the accepted social agreement or code of conduct that our home owners want to live with and are comfortable abiding by.

It’s like when you go camping or take a cruise; there’s that common ground where you need to consider others so that everyone has a great holiday.

Halcyon’s ‘social contract’ has evolved over time through valuable feedback from home owners as well as our experience creating and managing over 50s lifestyle communities since 2004.

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These agreed standards foster the feeling of belonging, a sense of ownership, mutual respect and understanding in each Halcyon community by setting out how our home owners want to behave, relate to each other and live as a community.

And that’s the strength of the ‘social contract’; because it’s created and agreed to by the community, and enforced by the community.

So, if you break the ‘social contract’, it’s not Halcyon you are impacting on but your fellow home owners, who are also your good friends and neighbours.

Such a code of conduct is the small price you pay for the many benefits and rewards of living in a shared community.

As we often tell people, community living is not for everyone, and you really need to ask yourself if you can accept the small compromises that are needed for this lifestyle.

Having said all that, it’s important to mention that generally we don’t have problems with home owners following the rules because our communities tend to attract people who are on board with the sharing community concept.

Dr Bevan Geissmann If something does come up, Halcyon’s role as community operator and manager is to work with the home owners committee, individual home owners and the wider community to resolve the issue fairly and promptly.

It’s all set out in our Community Living Guidelines. These guidelines protect the integrity, quality and value of the community, its homes and lifestyle, while allowing our home owners to make the most of their Halcyon days.

They promote a spirit of co-operation and understanding so home owners can live together harmoniously, with the peace of mind that they’re all on the same page.

Find out more by viewing our Frequently Asked Questions at https://www.lifebeginsathalcyon.com. au/faqs.html

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Here’s some of the topics most people ask about: Are there renters?

Our communities are 100 per cent owner occupied and there are no investors or renters. As a result, you get to know your neighbours on a long-term basis because they are not changing every six months.

What about visitors?

Your family and friends are welcome to visit but we do have guidelines around how long they stay and their use of the community facilities. Visitors need to be accompanied by a home owner when they use the facilities. House sitting is not allowed and the temporary letting of homes (i.e. Airbnb, house swapping) is also excluded. All of this means faces are recognised and home owners have peace of mind around security.

Is my pet welcome?

We understand that pets enrich the lives of many of our home owners and that’s why we allow them, subject to a few guiding principles. These ensure that other home owners are not adversely impacted by their neighbours’ pets. Dogs and cats need a veterinary certificate to confirm they are suited to community living. Other common sense guidelines apply, including that dogs are on a leash outside of the home, cats are kept inside to protect wildlife, owners clean up after their pets, and they are not allowed inside the community facilities.

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Cover story

What the heck

is pickleball?

THE GAME with the funny name is catching on at Halcyon Lakeside.

Around 30 home owners have jumped on the community’s purpose-built courts to play pickleball, which blends elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis.

Among the enthusiastic pickleball cohort is Dott Muller who enjoys the new sport so much that she coordinates and coaches pickleball at Lakeside, a role she shares with fellow home owner Christine Dixon.

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“It’s something that could take off here and it’s certainly a game that everybody can play,” Dott said.

“The beauty of it is that it’s played on a badminton-size court and you don’t have to run as much as you do with tennis. You also don’t get that jarring on the body that you get with tennis.

“Everybody here has fun and we all talk and laugh a lot because we’re learning.”

Played with paddles and a perforated plastic ball, pickleball is huge in the United States and is gaining traction Down Under.

Halcyon Glades is home to the first purpose-built outdoor pickleball court in Australia, Halcyon Lakeside has two courts, and Halcyon Greens at Pimpama will have eight.

“It’s a new sport and we’re right at the ground level here,” Dott said.

“I didn’t think, at this age, that I’d be at the ground level of any sport.

“Everybody can play, it’s just a matter of having a go at it. It can be played fast or at a slower pace.”

In May, Dott and Christine began pickleball coaching for Lakeside

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Everybody can play it’s just a matter of having a go at it.

The beauty of it is that it’s played on a badminton-size court and you don’t have to run as much as you do with tennis.

home owners wishing to learn the basics of the sport.

Both were among 30 home owners to receive six weeks of coaching from former US coaches Keith and Sharon Bing in sessions organised

by Halcyon earlier in the year.

Halcyon Lakeside now offers mens, ladies and mixed pickleball evening sessions for those wanting to improve their skills and technique.

Dott and Christine hope to start a formal competition, including matches against teams from the other pickleball-playing Halcyon communities.

Christine (right) teaching some home owners

What is pickleball and where did it come from?

Pickleball started in the United States in 1965 at the Washington (state) home of politician Joel Pritchard when he and two friends returned from golf to find their families bored one Saturday afternoon.

They attempted to set up badminton but unable to find a shuttlecock, they improvised with a waffle ball, lowered the net and fabricated paddles from plywood.

These days, two or four players use solid wood or composite paddles to hit a perforated waffle ball over the net on a badminton-size court.

Christine Dixon and Dott Muller

Come and try pickleball, check out our events on page 47

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In & around

Halcyon milestone

is a life-changing moment FORMER BRISBANITES Lyn and Peter Brennan are busy spreading their wings at Halcyon Greens at Pimpama after emerging from the comfortable cocoon of their long-time family home.

The couple’s momentous move to Australia’s first over 50s golf and residential community after more than 40 years in their MacGregor home is also a major milestone for Halcyon with their new home the 1000th the company has built.

Peter and Lyn are immersing themselves in their new lifestyle; made all the sweeter by two of their life-long friends living just “a walk around the corner” in the next street.

“It’s a bit like a kid with a new toy,” Peter said.

“This is the first time we’ve ever had a new home; we were 45 years in our other home, so it’s been a big excitement.

This is the first time we’ve ever had a new home; we were 45 years in our other home, so it’s been a big excitement.

“When you’ve lived in a place for so long, it gets monotonous and you don’t actually realise that until you move out.

“It becomes your comfort zone, nothing changes, and you do the same things.

“We were resigned to spending the rest of our days there, but we’re now totally convinced we’ve made the right decision to come here.

“It’s a bit scary at the beginning but looking back on it now, it’s great, it switches you on again and it’s like a load of bricks off your shoulders when the transition is completed.”

Keen golfer Lyn is loving the fresh start; from choosing new furniture to teeing off at the neighbouring Gainsborough Greens Golf Course.

“It’s like a holiday, that’s the way it feels,” she said. “And it gives you something to look forward to. I can walk to golf and I’ve got free membership here.

“Peter can’t wait for the sporting and community centre to be built.

“He said to me the other night: ‘I haven’t been as happy as this in a long, long time’.”

The couple was introduced to Halcyon about six years ago when friends moved to Halcyon Landing at Bli Bli. “During our regular visits to them, it was so obvious how relaxed, settled and happy they had become,” Peter said.

Gainsborough Greens Golf Course

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“They were saying ‘you should come’; we weren’t ready to do it at that stage but that was the start of it for us.”

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Peter and Lyn Brennan

It’s like a holiday, that’s the way it feels.

Several years later, Halcyon Greens was the topic of conversation over lunch with good friends who had just made the decision to move there.

“They’d just signed up for it and they were giving us all the detail,” Peter said.

“Our friends are very astute people, they investigate things very thoroughly, so all the questions were already answered for us.

“What we were always wary of was that there are so many operators that take a great deal of your capital when you go out and that doesn’t happen here.

“That got us interested straight away. There’s no way we were going into a community where they make you fit the home out

before it is sold, they control the sale and then they take a big hunk of the capital gain.

“I was always sceptical about going anywhere like this until we got the taste of Halcyon through our friends.”

Having made the move, Peter and Lyn are also enjoying Halcyon Greens’ location, close to shops, the train to Brisbane, Jacobs Well fishing village, Mount Tamborine and Westfield Coomera, which will open later this year.

“There’s always places you can go without heading into the centre of Surfers Paradise,” Peter said.

“The shopping centre is just over the road and you don’t have to get on the highway if you don’t want to.”

And having a low maintenance home in a gated community means Peter and Lyn are free to head off whenever they feel like it.

first-class because at a minute’s notice we can lock the door and go and not have to worry about anything,” Peter said.

“It’s not that much different to living in a unit but the quality of life is much better.

“You’ve really got the benefit of a normal house thrown in with the benefits of a high-rise unit here because there’s nothing much that you’ve got to do outside.

“It’s also a bonus having nice people living all around you.”

Halcyon would like to thank Peter & Lyn for moving into the 1000th Halcyon home.

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In & around

COMMUNITY SPIRIT

puts a spring in Jeanette’s recovery THE PAST YEAR has certainly been a challenging one for Halcyon Landing home owner Jeanette Savage and her husband Ian, but it has also highlighted the strong community spirit that surrounds them.

Jeanette was diagnosed with cancer in May last year and has been undergoing chemo treatment since then.

She had a further setback in October when she developed a brain bleed that required her to have surgery. Thankfully, this has been resolved.

Still receiving treatment for cancer, but on the road to recovery, Jeanette said she has been overwhelmed by the concern and help offered by friends, neighbours and staff at Halcyon Landing.

Home owners have sent cards, flowers and even delivered food to help out.

“One doesn't realise how many people do care and want to help until something like this happens,” Jeanette said.

“They aren't intrusive, but if one needs help, it is there.

The community spirit and attitude have really lifted my spirits, it’s been rather amazing.”

Jeanette said the community response to her situation reinforced the positive impression that Halcyon has made on her since moving in more than four years ago.

“Living in the suburbs, you may know your immediate neighbours but not much beyond that,” she said.

“People who I didn’t really know here have been there for me, it’s been fantastic.”

Despite the ups and downs of the past 12 months, the accomplished artist has been able to distract herself with her lifelong passion for painting.

Jeanette Savage

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Escaping to her art studio in the garage, Jeanette has recently completed a portrait for a friend and is working on a painting that will be a wedding gift for her grandson.

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Jeanette with the beginner art class at Halcyon Landing

The community spirit and attitude have really lifted my spirits, it’s been rather amazing.

“It takes my mind off other things and I get lost in my own little world,” she said.

Some of Jeanette’s beautiful portraits have been displayed in Halcyon Landing’s art and craft room, and before her illness she was a mentor for home owners taking beginner art classes.

“It’s a great community because you can be as involved as you want to be or, if you want your privacy, that’s fine,” she said.

And while she’s had to put tennis on hold, Jeanette’s determined to start regaining her physical strength through regular sessions in the Rec Club gym and walks around the community.

“My aim to is get back to my peak level of fitness as I’m usually a fairly fit person,” she said. “I’m a positive person, and things are getting better every day.”

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In & around

Adapting to community living with Halcyon Lakeside community manager Donna Osborne Community living has a special feel to it.

You have many opportunities to keep active and to try something new – perhaps join a pottery class, learn a new skill or get fitter.

The great part about my role as a community manager is seeing how much fun our home owners are having and seeing new friendships forming.

Many have spent most of their lives working hard and now have the time to relax, go on holidays with new friends, and have the life they’ve dreamed of. Halcyon certainly delivers that and more.

I can’t wait to live here myself.

Donna Osborne

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Here are some of the most common questions that people ask about community living: What are the first few months like at Halcyon?

It’s always daunting moving into a community where there are a lot of home owners who have already forged relationships. Luckily though, home owners in your street know exactly how you feel because they are generally just as new to community living, so friendships form very quickly with neighbours who support each other.

I want to be a good neighbour, so how do I know the ‘do’s and don’ts’ of living here?

Even before you move in, there are plenty of discussions around visitors, use of the Rec Club, pets etc, and there are plenty of opportunities for you to ask lots of questions. We also have a great little booklet called ‘The Community Living Guidelines’ that you receive when you put a reservation on a home.

I’ve moved in, how do I join in?

You’ll get a list of interest groups and contact details, and you’ll be trained on the home owner website, so you can see what is going on each day. The good part is that you take it at your own pace. There’s no pressure to do anything that you don’t want to do.

And some home owners have interests outside of the community. Everyone takes things at their own pace, reflecting Halcyon’s motto - ‘take it on or take it easy’.

How can I find out what’s going on?

The home owner website has a live calendar of events and lots of information about what’s on. Every week I put out an email letting everyone know what is happening in the community; what new interest groups are starting and what special events are coming up. With 38 interest groups at Halcyon Lakeside, the biggest complaint from home owners is that they don’t have enough time in their day to do everything!

How do you meet people?

I always tell new arrivals to allow at least an hour or two to get to the letterbox for their mail because they meet so many home owners on the way who want to chat and introduce themselves. Our Happy Hours are always a great way to meet everyone, and of course you can join an interest group and share your passion with others. We also have street parties just so that newcomers can meet their close neighbours.

Is there any sort of ‘buddy system’ for newbies?

Yes. Whether you are shy, new to the region or flying solo, we provide buddies for all new home owners coming into our communities. They are usually home owners who have been in here for a while and ‘know the ropes’. They can accompany you to your first Happy Hour to make walking into a crowd of unknown faces a little easier. We’ve had many buddies become close friends with their home owners.

How do you encourage home owners to use the leisure facilities?

I always tell new home owners ‘it’s not a race’. It can take a while just to settle into your new home so don’t put pressure on yourself to do everything at once.

Take it at your own pace. I meet with home owners after they move in to see how they are and if they have started any activities within the community. You might want to start in the gym, and at Halcyon Lakeside we provide a half-hour free session with our gym instructor as an introduction. It could be joining a craft group or just joining in with a quiz night.

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Out & about

It’s time to

getaway again

CHANCES ARE, that as you read this, the Halcyon Waters Getaway Group is on the road yet again.

Either that or they’ve just returned from another action-packed trip and they’re planning the next one.

Every three months or so, this ever-expanding group of regional road trippers hits the bitumen for a week of fun, frivolity and friendship.

Like most success stories, it didn’t happen overnight; starting eight years ago when a few neighbouring home owners with caravans decided to take off for a few days Gradually, the word about these jaunts got around and more and more people began to tag along.

These days, close to 100 home owners are on board for the trips organised by Getaway Group ‘head honcho’, Ian Pedersen.

Caravans and motorhomes aren’t compulsory, with around half of the Getaway cohort staying in apartments, motels or cabins.

Ruth, Bill, David, Yvonne and Robert enjoying Happy Hour on the road The Getaways mirror the Halcyon lifestyle; with home owners free to do as much or as little as they please, ranging from morning bike rides and walking tours to café stops and, of course, the ever-popular Happy Hour each day at 4pm.

Past destinations have been the Tara Camel Races on the Western Downs, Evans Head in Northern NSW, Bargara, Maroochydore, Quilpie and Stanthorpe.

Notable stops have included the Eromanga dinosaur museum, Goomeri Pumpkin Festival, Australian Camp Oven Festival at Millmerran, Wandoan Show and an exclusive tour of Kogan Creek Power Station.

Most recently, a group of 86 home owners took off to Hervey Bay from where they explored the historic town of Maryborough, played bowls and golf, tasted the local cuisine and threw their own State of Origin party.

These days, close to 100 home owners are on board for the trips organised by the Getaway Group ‘head honcho’ Ian Pedersen.

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Geoff and Lorraine providing some entertainment at Happy Hour

Home away from home

And the Happy Hours; they are just crazily ridiculous with singing, music and joke telling, lots of laughter.

The Getaway Group Lorraine Lutz said the Getaways provided a laidback and fun environment for home owners to become better acquainted.

“The fact that so many people keep going back really says what a great time we have. The ones we have been to have been absolutely wonderful, we had a ball.”

“It’s a fabulous way to get to know people and talk to people you never get to,” she said. “It’s where you get to know everybody and find friends, close friends.

Col Lutz said it was a great way of seeing the countryside with company.

“And the Happy Hours; they are just crazily ridiculous with singing, music and joke telling, lots of laughter.”

“You’re getting together and meeting people with a common interest, not just of Halcyon but of travelling,” he said.

Elaine Boyd said the trips were a comfortable way of getting out of your comfort zone with home owners finding themselves mixing outside their normal circles.

‘Head honcho’ Ian said the Getaways created and strengthened friendships while allowing people to explore regions they had never seen before.

“You get to meet people on a totally different level than what you would within the community,” she said.

“It pulls people together and provides another aspect to this great lifestyle we have,” he said. “There’s a lot of laughter and fun, and some great friendships have come out of it.”

“I’m not a person to go out there and meet people but Ian has made me his ‘Minister of Finance’ who collects money, so I get to speak to everybody.

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Out & about

MURGON (0km)

Start

Easy Riders

hit the trail

WONDAI (16km)

Mceuen State Forest Tingoora (23km) Wondai State Forest

Wooroolin (32km)

The Easy Riders

Memerambi (39km)

KINGAROY (43.5km)

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Finish

Each Sunday morning, a group of Halcyon Waters cyclists known as The Easy Riders, takes off for a leisurely ride. From time to time, they go farther afield; loading up their custom-made bike trailer and heading off to explore a picturesque corner of regional Queensland. Recently, 10 riders and two back-up crew took on ‘peanut country’— the 43.5km South Burnett Rail Trail from Murgon to Kingaroy.

Easy Rider Graham Bezant (Beezer) penned this account of the trip and its memorable moments that made it yet another example of the fun, friendship and freedom that Halcyon home owners experience.

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Rodger and Gerry with the lost puppy

As beads of sweat bubbled on Wodger’s brow, Pedo (Ian Pedersen) advised that we could take a bike off the trailer and ride into the next town if the team knew where it was. It was not a full‐on panic, but unnerving when the aircon was turned off, baggage was thrown overboard, and several Easy Riders were asked to run alongside.

Limping into town at walking speed, Ray found a servo with petrol 20 cents a litre cheaper than the Gold Coast. There is always a catch isn’t there? They did not take the charge card and after a whip around that only gathered $5.75, Ray took out his credit card with moths flying and paid for the petrol. Shirty never did unbuckle his money belt. He said Coral (Coral Shirtcliffe) had fused it to his body. Coral says he fibs a lot.

Near Wooroolin: The Lost Puppy, 32km into the ride

On the road again

BY EASY RIDER GRAHAM BEZANT (BEEZER)

Goomeri: The “No Petrol” Folly, Day 1 on the way to Murgon

After approximately five hours of driving and a change of drivers from Wonderful Wodger (Rodger Cooper) to Radiant Ray (Ray Ashton) the skipper said quietly to his co‐pilot: “How many kilometres left when the petrol gauge is yellow?” This was overheard by Shirty (Ron Shirtcliffe) and I. It was not long until all in the bus were buzzing. No one knew how many litres the tank held, how long the yellow light had been on, the distance to the next servo, or even how many kilometres to the next town.

Everyone knows Gorgeous Gerry (Gerry Bolton) looks after lost souls, lost seniors and now lost puppies. As the troupe rounded a corner somewhere on the trail, a shih tzu covered in red earth fronted up to the team asking for directions.

Those riders with little heart rode on, but Nurse Gerry, Wonderful Wodger, Happy Harold (Harold Moyle) and I watered the dog. With a phone number on the collar we thought it would be easy, but Wodger encountered an answering service and thus the dilemma began.

Making a long story even longer, the Fab Four popped the canine into a carry bag and headed for a farmhouse. The lady, beset by four crazy bikers, reached for her shotgun but then agreed to take charge and track down the owner. It turned out to be just two doors up, but in this country, a peanut farm or two can be miles apart.

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Kingaroy: Double Decker Pies and Sticky Ribs, 43.5km by bike

While it has never been broadcast, The Easy Riders drink and eat well on these team rides. The Ashtons (Kay and Ray Ashton) could not recall so much food being devoured, even in a full country pub. Kay said: “You guys ride, sweat and grunt your way across Queensland losing calories and then eat your way through the menu putting it all back on”.

First was Marvellous Marilyn (Marilyn Pedersen).

Marvellous M ordered a pie and mushy peas. It came with a stepladder and crosscut saw. It was a two‐ storey pie. We thought Pedo would have to come to the rescue to eat the ground floor, but our girl knocked it back as though she had missed a week’s meals.

Then that night, Shirty ordered Sticky Ribs at the RSL. They were served by two people in a ute. It was a huge meal for a little guy. He smashed it! He had the ribs all over himself, the table and other diners.

No one rode behind him the next day.

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Creek crossing on the trail

Kingaroy: Mr Heinz, 43.5km by bike When we checked into the Room Motel I was ready for a shower, a Bex and a respectable recline. The service was fast and efficient: “No. 11 Mr. Bezant”.

I walked my bike to the room looking as though I had ridden a camel for three weeks. At the end of the day, everyone has lycra crumpled into crevasses they never knew existed.

Following a nice shower, the Happy Hour crew got together, and Gerry collected all the breakfast orders.

No sooner had she submitted the forms, when the manager asked what room Mr Bezant was in, “11,” was the answer. “Oh geez, we had that room booked for Mr Heinz!” said the manager. “No worries I will fix it”.

Some three hours later, at the RSL dinner fest, King Arthur (Arthur Fletcher) had the idea to have myself take a fake call from the manager to say Mr Heinz insisted on room 11 and there were no more rooms available. I pretended to take a call from the manager in earshot of Kay and Ray Ashton. I was irate at the

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manager but said OK I would bunk in with the Ashtons as they have two beds, as long as I got my money back.

Ray was taken aback saying: “You’re bloody joking, aren’t you?” But then after I seemed to have so much trouble with the manager, he relented and said it would be OK, but I would have to sleep in the double bed with his missus.

Another ‘Wheely’ Good Trip As usual, the group bonded despite differences of opinion as to which road to take, when to fill up with petrol, when to fill up with food and drink, where to stop for breaks, what towns to investigate and who was in charge.

Wonderful Wodger carries the can for all that happened, and he did a superb job.

(L-R): Dennis, Ian, June, Harold, Marilyn, Arthur, Rodger and Ron

Gerry Bolton and Harold Moyle

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Health & fitness

Terry keeps going

STRONG LIFE AT HALCYON GLADES makes it easy for confessed ‘gym junkie’ Terry Tysoe to satisfy his appetite for action.

At 71, the former boxer, body builder and competition powerlifter, hits the community’s gym three times a week and plays competitive lawn bowls and golf with fellow home owners.

Such is his fitness level that Terry can drop and pump out 50 push-ups and is able to shoulder press the maximum weight on the gym’s station machine.

Happily, he has no arthritis, joint issues or blood pressure problems holding him back.

Terry Tysoe

“There’s nothing that really inhibits me,” he said. “I’m not on any medication and not many people my age can say that. I had a cardiac stress test a few months ago and I asked the doctor how I went.”

“He said: ‘you’ve got the heart of a 50-year-old, everything looks good’.”

Terry started his body building and fitness journey in his late 30s.

“I was a company executive and I found the gym a great stress relief,” he said. “I’d go three to four times a week.”

A decade later, Terry was drawn into powerlifting because his son Jason was competing at the world level of the sport’s junior ranks.

Often confused with weightlifting, powerlifting relies on sheer strength while weightlifting emphasises the rhythm and technique of each lift.

“I did some competitions at the local level and then entered the Australian Masters, where I came second to a 43-year-old bloke who beat me by just 2.5kg,” Terry said.

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Terry’s morning fitness routine: Terry and friends John O’Driscoll, Joyce Cramp and John Enger

• 2 minute row • 20 squats • 2 minute bike • 20 kettle ball swings • 2 minute cross trainer • 20 dumbbell rows • 20 shoulder presses Repeat x 2

At his peak of powerlifting in the 87-92kg weight division, Terry could squat 215kg, bench press 147.5kg and deadlift 220kg.

“I only did it competitively for a year, it’s a big challenge with extremely big weights and very hard on your joints,” he said.

There’s nothing that really inhibits me, I’m not on any medication and not many people my age can say that.

Terry admits he’s had to tone the exertion level down as he’s entered his 70s.

“Four years ago, I was going to the gym five times a week but then I started to get niggling injuries,” he said. “Pushing my body to the max like that was just too hard on the joints.”

These days, Terry and a group of Halcyon Glades home owners hit the community’s gym each Monday, Wednesday and Friday for sessions combining cardio exercises and weights.

“The cardio gets the heart rate up and the weight training is the best protection for your bone density,” he said. “We also have professional trainers who come in. The exercise does encourage you to watch your diet and to look after yourself.”

Many years after picking up his first barbell, Terry still refers to himself as a ‘gym junkie’ and attributes his good health to both his active past and his current fitness regime at Halcyon Glades.

“It makes you feel good,” he said. “You feel fit and you feel a lot better than when you don’t do it. And it gives you the rewards as you get older.”

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A helping hand

Bonny Babes

light up Nana Joyce’s life THERE’S NOTHING LIKE a comforting cuddle with nana, and the lucky youngsters at Bonny Babes Childcare Centre at Hope Island have their very own ‘Nana Joyce’.

Joyce Hartley, a Halcyon Waters home owner, decided to volunteer at the kindy after losing her beloved husband, David, after almost 61 years of marriage.

“When you lose your husband it’s like half of you is gone,” Joyce said. “This is the best thing I could have done to get out and to stop feeling sorry for myself.

“It’s given me a reason to get up in the morning. It’s a nice feeling; a purpose, a way for me to give back and give love and it’s helped me tremendously.”

Like a true grandmother, Nana Joyce is a source of comforting hugs, endless patience and surprise treats for the children at Bonny Babes.

With her own grandson well into his 20s, Joyce loves having the opportunity to spend quality time with the littlies without the worries of parenthood.

“It really is my playtime, I think I’m the only 80-year-old who has play dates and then gets to have nana naps in the afternoon,” she laughed.

“There’s nothing nicer when they run up and give you a cuddle because they remember you. You do get very attached to them and I spoil them rotten.”

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The role has seen Joyce tap into her creativity and fill up even more of her time by knitting toys for the children and bringing them her delicious home-baked treats.

“It has led on to other things like thinking about what I can make for the kids,” she said.

At Christmas, she delighted the children, and staff, by making a special appearance as Mrs Claus.

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Nana Joyce with Michael

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It really is my playtime, I think I’m the only 80-year-old who has play dates and then gets to have nana naps in the afternoon.

Sawyer, Nana Joyce and Michael “I even had the white wig and I looked about 150 years old, but they loved it,” she said.

Joyce became part of the Bonny Babes family just over a year ago after volunteering on a whim.

“I was driving by one day and I just thought ‘I wonder if they need any help’,” she said.

“They said yes and that I would just need a Blue Card, so I wrote off and got one.”

Bonny Babes lead educator Miss Dionne said the children adore Joyce.

“We love her coming in, the children love it,” she said.

“They see her car driving in and they call out, ‘Nana Joyce, Nana Joyce’.”

“The children really like having a person like Joyce around because not everyone has their grandparents nearby. It’s such a pleasure to have her here and we always look forward to seeing her. You can see that she enjoys it too.”

Joyce spends two mornings each week at Bonny Babes and doesn’t see that changing anytime soon.

“I do enjoy it and I intend to be there for as long as I can,” she said. “They say to me ‘don’t leave’ so I think I’m well accepted.”

Nana Joyce reads to Sawyer and Rosie

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A helping hand

Adversity brings out the best in

Nerida

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TURNING DECADES OF ADVERSITY into years of generosity has earned Halcyon Glades home owner Nerida Smith the prestigious Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for community service.

As president of the Lymphoedema Association of Queensland for almost 23 years, Nerida has led a community organisation that gives support, information and education to people living with the medical condition.

Lymphoedema is the swelling of an arm or leg due to a blockage in the lymphatic system, often caused by lymph node removal or damage due to cancer treatment.

Nerida lived with the incurable condition for 23 years without a diagnosis after sustaining lymph damage in a childhood cycling accident.

She only stumbled on newly available treatment and the existence of the association by chance in 1989.

Finding answers to her questions and support from people who understood was life-changing for Nerida, inspiring her to become involved in the association.

“When I found help I felt so much more in control of my life, so I wanted to help others find the help I found,” she said.

It brought out hidden talents in me and provided me with skills I thought I’d never have, like using a computer and public speaking.

Nerida, who runs the association from home, shared this part of her life with fellow Halcyon Glades home owners during a well-attended presentation on lymphoedema in the community cinema.

One of the home owners, who has the condition, joined the association following the presentation.

Several others, who indicated they knew people at risk, were thankful for the information presented.

“I’ve come to Halcyon to start the next chapter in my life and I’ve brought this along with me,” she said.

Nerida, who hopes to hold more information sessions at Halcyon Glades, received her OAM at Government House in Brisbane on May 22.

“It’s been rewarding, I’ve met lots of lovely people and it’s a great feeling to help others out,” she said.

“Receiving the OAM is the culmination of turning adversity into something good.”

“Peer support is very important when anyone has a medical condition. Often people feel isolated and they just don’t have anyone else to talk to who understands. The empathy is there when people get together and they’re just so thankful that they’ve found answers.”

• Providing support to people with lymphoedema.

Nerida’s long stint as president of the association has also been a journey of personal discovery for the mother of four and former home economics teacher.

• Increasing public and health professional awareness of the condition.

“It brought out hidden talents in me and provided me with skills I thought I’d never have, like using a computer and public speaking,” she said.

“I’m glad I have this interest in my life even at this stage of life, I’m still able to feel that I’m useful.

And since my husband passed away three years ago, it’s so lovely to have this to keep me going.

“Otherwise, if you haven’t got any purpose, you’re sort of at a great loss.”

The Lymphoedema Association is: • Providing information and education about lymphoedema, treatment programs and self help for patients and others.

• Working towards the availability of better resources for treatment in Queensland.

• Liaising with health professionals interested in lymphoedema and the needs of people with it.

• Liaising closely with interstate lymphoedema organisations and participate in national activities.

For more information about the Lymphoedema Association Qld, visit www.lymphqld.org.

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That’s freedom

Take advantage of the Federal Government ’s

3nsi0zin0g,0ince0n0tive $ dow

FROM 1 JULY 2018, people aged 65 and over have 300,000 more reasons to downsize their home under a new incentive introduced by the Federal Government. The move gives seniors more flexibility to put up to $300,000 from the sale of their home into superannuation.

National manager of Wealth Management at Morgans Financial Limited, Terri Bradford, answers key questions about the new super sweetener.

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Until now, being unable to put the proceeds of selling their family home into super has discouraged some seniors from downsizing. This means many larger family homes remain occupied by only singles or couples. This incentive encourages more over 65s to downsize which, in turn, frees up more homes for younger families starting out.

Importantly, it also allows more people aged 65 and over to move to housing better suited to their needs in retirement.

Why did the Federal Government introduce this incentive?

How does it work?

It’s part of a wider strategy to address Australia’s housing affordability crisis, and it aims to free up larger homes for younger, growing families.

From 1 July 2018, people aged 65 and over can make a personal contribution into their superannuation of up to $300,000 using proceeds from the sale of their

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family home, which has been owned for the past 10 years. This means that $600,000 per couple can be contributed to superannuation.

These new contributions are exempt from existing work and age tests, and are over and above any other voluntary contributions the person is currently able to make.

This is a once-only application and cannot be used for any future sale of another main residence.

The contributions can only ever be made from the proceeds of one sale of a dwelling.

The contribution must be paid into superannuation within 90 days of finalisation of the home’s sale.

Individuals can make contributions to different superannuation providers if they wish, as long as the total contribution is no more than $300,000.

What should you be careful of?

If you are not a fully self-funded retiree, the incentive may impact your age pension entitlements.

As you probably know, the full value of a family home is exempt from both the Income and Assets tests for social security purposes. However, any remaining sale proceeds (after your new home is purchased) will be assessable regardless of whether the funds are contributed into super or not.

Therefore, the sale of the existing family home could result in an individual, or couple, losing some of or all their age pension benefits.

We recommend that age pensioners exercise caution before taking any action on this strategy.

What else to consider?

Terri Bradford, Authorised Representative no. 000259626

How do I get advice?

Morgans provides professional financial planning advice in areas including superannuation, retirement planning, tax planning and wealth creation.

We can help you assess your next move to ensure you are comfortable in the future, and we offer a free first appointment.

Phone 1800 777 946 www.morgans.com.au/terri-bradford

Be aware that your superannuation will still be subject to the $1.6 million pension transfer balance cap (which took effect on 1 July 2017).

And obviously, if you sell your family home, you will need somewhere else to live. So, you need to work out how much to put aside for that next step.

It’s a good idea to get some independent professional advice on how to navigate all aspects of this incentive to your best advantage.

Morgans Financial Limited ABN 49 010 669 726 AFSL 235410 A Participant of ASX Group A Professional Partner of the Financial Planning Association of Australia.

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Celebrating CelebratingaaQueensland Queensland for forAll AllAges Ages August August18-26 18-26 32QUEENSLAND QUEENSLAND

Visit Visit www.qldseniorsweek.org.au www.qldseniorsweek.org.au oror phone phone 1300 1300 738 738 348 348

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Let’s come together!

Celebrating a Queensland for All Ages QUEENSLAND SENIORS WEEK, 18-26 August 2018, provides opportunities to promote positive community attitudes towards older people and ageing, facilitate community participation, and enhance community connections.

Council on the Ageing (COTA) Queensland Seniors Week coordinator Lisa Hodgkinson said it’s a great time to get out to events and activities, connect with folk in your communities, and explore programs and services.

“This is the sixth year of COTA Queensland coordinating Seniors Week and with over 700 events held annually, it’s the state’s largest week-long celebration for seniors,” Ms Hodgkinson said.

“We are often asked who attends the events? Is it only people of a certain age bracket? The answer is no. We are Celebrating a Queensland for ALL Ages and folk of all ages will come together during the week. It’s really lovely to see multiple generations connecting in their community.

“Older people are not ‘one size fits most’ and the range of events and activities held during the nine days really highlights that.

“Over the years, events and activities have ranged from flash mobs, club open days, expos, sailing and cruises, digital literacy and coding sessions, online talent quests, cinema days, art classes, workshops, cabarets, yoga,

Zumba, music revivals and so much more.”

To find events and activities near you visit www.qldseniorsweek. org.au or phone 1300 738 348.

COTA Queensland is a statewide not-for-profit organisation and for over 60 years has advocated on issues that affect all of us as we age and promote older people’s rights.

DID YOU KNOW?

Seniors Week is held at various times throughout the states and territories with varied themes, making Seniors Week in Queensland unique to Queenslanders.

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Spotlight on

Investment dollars

pouring into Caboolture north OUR HALCYON GLADES community at Caboolture north is part of a golden era of revitalisation that is transforming the area thanks to more than $900 million in public and private investment.

When it opens later this year, the 4,500sqm neighbourhood shopping centre will have a 3,000sqm Drakes Supermarket, several specialty shops, a pharmacy and a medical centre.

This massive infrastructure spend by all tiers of government and the private sector is fuelled by strong, ongoing population growth and by the area’s strategic location on Brisbane’s doorstep and at the gateway to the Sunshine Coast.

The Axis Capital-owned centre will deliver exceptional convenience to locals, especially those living at Glades.

Major projects are improving transport connectivity, boosting vital services and enhancing lifestyle amenities to make life bigger, better and easier in this unique place where the country meets the city.

Getting special attention is the burgeoning Pumicestone Road catchment, where Moreton Bay Regional Council and property developers are spending more than $130 million on everything from roads to retail.

This growth zone is home to Halcyon Glades where home owners are seeing the infrastructure boom first-hand with Pumicestone Marketplace taking shape just across the road.

And just five minutes’ drive away at the northern end of Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture’s iconic Big Fish site is being transformed by Eildon Funds Management into a $100 million-plus retail and service hub known as The Big Fish Travel Centre.

The first of the centre’s three stages has just opened and it includes a Caltex Service Station and a casual dining venue called the ‘The Foodary’, offering a fresh and healthy take on convenience food as well as barista-made coffee.

Construction of Stage 2 is expected to start later this year and will deliver a full-line supermarket, a smaller supermarket, 900sqm of specialty shops, a veterinary surgery, gymnasium or indoor sport and recreation centre and 345 car parking spaces.

An artist’s impression of the new Pumicestone Marketplace

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Pumicestone Passage

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Caboolture Hospital Central Lakes Shopping Village

Caboolture CBD

The Big Fish Travel Centre 3.2km

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Pumicestone Marketplace Shopping Centre site

Early planning has begun on the final instalment of the centre, which is approved for child care, medical services, accommodation and trade and service-related uses.

Widening the highway is expected to help ease congestion, making trips to and from the Sunshine Coast easier and quicker for commuters, day-trippers and tourists.

The Big Fish Travel Centre project brings with it $6 million in sewer, water and road improvements to Pumicestone Rd while Moreton Bay Regional Council has recently spent more than $6.5 million improving roads and creating linkages in the area.

It’s little wonder that the area is experiencing this level of infrastructure spending when you realise that several thousand new residents are moving to Caboolture each year.

Ongoing roadworks, valued at around $4 million, will further shave local travel times by creating a more direct route from the Pumicestone Rd catchment to Caboolture Hospital, Caboolture Private Hospital and Central Lakes Shopping Village.

Caboolture Hospital is also responding to the area’s growth and expected future demand with a $132 million upgrade to deliver a new 32-bed adult ward and expand the emergency department.

The new ward will specialise in the care of the elderly and will boost the hospital’s capacity to allow an additional 2,500 adult patients to be treated every year.

The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics and Census figures* reveal the number of residents has ballooned by 20 per cent since 2011 to now sit at more than 71,000, with almost 100,000 projected by 2031**.

This exceptional growth, along with the convenience and charm of a location ‘where the country meets the city’, has underpinned the success of Halcyon’s fourth over 50s lifestyle community.

And in a nod to the area’s ongoing growth, Halcyon Glades continues to expand and has recently launched its latest stage of homes, bringing even more new faces and friends to this vibrant and beautiful part of South East Queensland.

By far the biggest investment in the area is the $670 million being spent on the six-laning of the Bruce Highway between Caboolture and Caloundra. *Source .id the population experts: Moreton Bay Region community profile. **Queensland Government Statistician’s Office: Projected Population by statistical area, Queensland, 2011 to 2036.

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Designed for living

Say hello to a

big lifestyle that’s low on maintenance LIFE IS BETTER, easier and more cost-effective in a Halcyon home.

With far less maintenance and significantly lower energy costs than the old family home, you’ve got more time and money to enjoy your Halcyon Days of fun and friendship.

Halcyon’s superior, low maintenance homes are designed for living and built for life through thoughtful planning and the use of strong, high quality materials.

With Hebel cladding and a triple layer of insulation, our homes are already cooler in summer and warmer in winter without needing to switch on the air conditioning or heating.

Your energy costs are brought down even more with solar panels that make the most of the Sunshine State’s wonderful climate.

Each new Halcyon home offers peace of mind with generous warranties on the LED lighting, external finish, stone benches, all kitchen appliances and air conditioning.

Forget about spending hours toiling in the yard because our low maintenance gardens allow 36

you to sell the lawn mower and toss the rake.

You won’t have to clean out the roof gutters as often because we don’t plant tall trees next to our homes, greatly reducing the amount of leaves in your gutters.

Halcyon homes are also designed to factor in your changing needs by embracing Livable Housing Design.

Our standard features include step-free entry, wider doors and hallways, hobless showers, and noggins in bathroom walls allowing you to easily install grab rails.

These design initiatives save you the bother and cost of having to retrofit down the track.

There’s also peace of mind in knowing that Halcyon has a dedicated onsite warranty team dealing with any issues and working with our home owners during and outside of warranty periods.

And a big relief for many of our home owners is never having to clean or test the swimming pool again.

Halcyon’s onsite caretakers look after the servicing and cleaning of the communal pool as well

Halcyon homes are also designed to factor in your changing needs by embracing Livable Housing Design.

as street mowing and the maintenance of all community facilities.

At Halcyon, it’s goodbye to lawn mowing, pool cleaning and gutter clearing; you’re free to enjoy all the resort-style amenities without the responsibility of looking after them.

That’s why Life begins at Halcyon.

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5 tips for maintaining your new Halcyon home: 1.. Test and check smoke detectors 2. Get a termite and pest inspection annually 3. Have your air conditioning serviced yearly to reduce running costs 4. Garage door maintenance: Take 10 minutes a year to lubricate the moving parts 5. Sit back and enjoy your Halcyon Days 37

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Designed for living

Downsize without feeling

fenced in

AFTER SPENDING MORE than 25 years living on acreage, Beerwah residents Fayonne and Bernie Partridge found the ideal downsizing solution at Halcyon Glades over 50s community in Caboolture north.

They bought one of 10 newly released homes at Halcyon Glades, each offering an extended backyard along with upsized front and rear patios.

It was the perfect compromise between acreage and typical retirement living options.

“Being able to have a bit of grass and to see the trees in the distance really suited us coming off an acreage property where we had a lot of trees and shrubs around us,” Mr Partridge said.

“Now the mowing takes me 15 minutes instead of three hours.”

Mrs Partridge said she didn’t feel hemmed in at Halcyon Glades.

“We lived with so much open space and bushland and greenery that going anywhere smaller than this would have felt like going from one extreme to another,” she said.

“As soon as we saw this we thought, ‘this is the right space for us’. This was more open and appealing to us, and it’s nice to be able to walk around the garden and admire the plants.”

Bernie and Fayonne Partridge

Halcyon Glades project director Marie Cone said the homes were ideal for people coming off acreage and those who appreciated extra space for entertaining and relaxation.

“On warm summer evenings you can enjoy dinner or a few drinks on the undercover patio while taking in South East Queensland’s lovely evenings,” Ms Cone said.

As soon as we saw this we thought, ‘this is the right space for us’.

“A larger front porch allows you to catch the morning sun and chat to neighbours. And with the bigger backyard, there’s space for a veggie garden, garden shed or extra room for your dog.”

“It’s a rare offering and not something you will see at any other over 50s community.”

All homes in the collection come with stylish exterior extras such as a feature timber front door, 3kW solar panels, exterior facade upgrade and a $5,000 entertainers package but only if you sign a contract of sale before 31 July 2018.

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Social seen

# My Halcyon

DAYS Desley and Bob Deatherage

Sylvia Fox and Rosemary Wright

Dancing Queens and Kings alike dressed to impress in swanky Swedish style, and Mama Mia, ohh what a time they had at the Halcyon Waters ABBA tribute and disco.

Peter Savage, Harry

Jan Wregg and Yvonne Groth

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Halcyon Waters Abba Disco Night 12 June 2018

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Pirvics and John Lis

Ronnie Young

Peter Savage, Jan Wregg, Bill Barnes and Sue Savage

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Dick McCann and Alistar Shaw

Patrick Crowell and Neil Greene

Halcyon Glades Anzac service

Halcyon Parks Anzac service

Anzac Day 25 April 2018 Halcyon home owners gathered to march and pay their respects to our past and present service men and women in moving and heart-felt tributes at all Halcyon communities from the Gold Coast to Sunshine Coast

Halcyon Landing Anzac service

Halcyon Glades Anzac march

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Ruth Craven, Bill and Judy Simington

# My Halcyon

DAYS

Halcyon Lakeside Official Opening of Recreational Facilities 23 March 2018 Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson mingled with home owners and even took to the pickleball court for a few sets when he officially opened Halcyon Lakeside’s lavish Recreation Club and Lifestyle Precinct.

Bob Lipiatt and Fred Watkins

Ryder, Peter Greg Sheppard, David ie and Trevor Farley Neuhauss, Des Lowr

Steve and Mazza Gilmour, Dennis and Tedd ie O’Neill, Hilary and Howard Evans and Noel Hock ing

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Chris, Heather Ogilvi e, Sandra Thomas and Julie Clark

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Sunshine Coastal Mayor Mark Jamieson

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Garry, Pam, Lesley Ha rt and Ellissa Lauder Picnic at Greens 2 June 2018

Gourmet food trucks, live music, entertainment and lawn games were all part of the fun when Halcyon Greens opened the gates to host ‘Picnic at Greens’. More than 400 people turned out to enjoy the beautiful weather and experience a taste of country club living, Halcyon style.

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Di Whitley and Irene Evans

Graham Flack and Gail Hawkins

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Small Talk – grandkids’ perspective

Life’s g R A N D

Lyn Young with four of her grandchildren and their Halcyon friends L to R: Ava, Gwen, Mia, Ellie, Jac, Sam MEET JAC (6), SAM (3), AVA (7) AND GWEN (8), four of Vision by Halcyon home owner Lyn Young’s 12 grandchildren who visit her regularly at the waterfront community in Hope Island.

Playing giant chess

From ‘MasterChef’ feasts and popcorn-filled movie nights to casting off for an aquatic adventure in the community’s boat, the kids have a ball with an almost endless list of things to do at Nana’s.

“My grandchildren are what keep me going,” Lyn said of the kids’ visits.

Lyn’s grateful for Vision’s 5-Star leisure facilities, not only for herself but also for the grandkids, who can enjoy a resort-style experience when they come over.

There’s no shortage of fun recreational options, and that’s a great advantage as grandparents are relied upon more than ever to help with childcare.

And some wonderful new friendships have blossomed for the kids, who have met other visiting grandchildren in the community. Ava and Gwen are now the best of friends with Ellie (9) and Mia (6), the granddaughters of Nana’s neighbour, Judy Brooks.

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How often do you visit/ stay over?

Enjoying a movie in the cinema

Ava and Gwen: We see her every other week. Once or twice a month.

Jac and Sam: We had a sleepover last night at Nana’s and watched Peter Rabbit.

Nana Lyn also helps with school pick-ups and drop-offs each week.

What are your favourite things to do when you visit Nana?

Jac: I like to ride my scooter to the pool and go for a swim.

And playing with my cars and building blocks.

Sam: Colouring in and riding my scooter.

Ava: Nana did a ‘MasterChef’ night where we cooked a nice dinner together and I set the table.

We also have fun with our friends Ellie and Mia. Gwen: We cooked a salmon fettucine with salad and it was lots of fun.

Having fun in the games room

Nana Lyn: One of the things the kids really enjoy is riding their scooters and bikes to and from the Leisure Club. They all love the pool and the spa and will hang out there the whole afternoon.

We even hosted a cinema night and sausage sizzle for the grandchildren a while back, which was a great success.

Riding bikes

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Halcyon communities

Australia’s best over 50s lifestyle communities Please phone 1800 626 488 for more information on our communities

Halcyon Glades C A BOOLT UR E

Situated at Caboolture north is Halcyon Glades; a tree change located halfway between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Halcyon Glades offers the best of both worlds and includes all the hallmarks found in an award winning Halcyon community.

34 Ardrossan Road, Caboolture north - Display homes open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Saturday

Halcyon Greens GAINSBOROUGH GREENS - PIMPAMA

Enjoy country club living at Halcyon Greens, Australia’s first golf and lifestyle community designed for over 50s. The new 84-acre community is surrounded by an 18-hole golf course, overlooking natural wetlands and nature reserve.

Halcyon once again turned to the Gold Coast’s prestigious North Shore for its first waterfront over 50s lifestyle community, Vision by Halcyon. Located on an island at Hope Island, the exclusive gated community won the UDIA Qld’s Seniors’ Living award.

7 Halcyon Drive, Pimpama - Display homes open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Saturday

11 Grant Avenue, Hope Island - Homes available, inspection by appointment

Halcyon Lakeside BLI BLI

Located just five minutes from the centre of Bli Bli and situated within the masterplanned Parklakes 2 community, Halcyon Lakeside features 5-Star resort facilities, over 6km of connected walking tracks and 450 metres of lake frontage set against a natural backdrop of undulating hills.

Located in the centre of the Sunshine Coast at Bli Bli, Halcyon Landing is a shining example of award-winning masterplanning. In tune with nature, the 25-acre lifestyle community is bordered by a 2km signature walking trail and natural parklands.

1 Halcyon Way, Bli Bli - Display homes open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Saturday

27 Waigani Street, Bli Bli - Homes available, inspection by appointment

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Halcyon Waters

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HOPE ISLAND

Judged Australia’s best over 50s living, Halcyon Waters is recognised as one of Australia’s premier lifestyle communities. Designed exclusively for over 50s, the vibrant community is set amongst 100 acres of open space and natural waterfront parklands at Hope Island on the Gold Coast’s North Shore.

1 Halcyon Way, Hope Island - Homes available, inspection by appointment

Halcyon Parks

Seniors Week at Halcyon

CALOUNDRA

Come and try pickleball:

Wednesday 22 August Halcyon Lakeside Friday 24 August Halcyon Greens Saturday 25 August Halcyon Glades Tuesday 21 August Halcyon Glades Paddock to Plate with Matt Golinski and Gary Hands

Just five minutes drive from Caloundra’s beaches and town centre, Halcyon Parks nestles comfortably on a leafy 36-acre site surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. The masterplanned community incorporates quality architecturally designed homes, gated security, comprehensive resort-style facilities and a strong community culture.

Sunday 26 August Halcyon Lakeside Happy Hormones with Lisa Curry

42 Meridan Way, Caloundra - Homes available, inspection by appointment

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Surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature

There’s something about the nature of the place that makes Halcyon Parks so unique. Boasting more than 20 acres of open space, walking trails that circumnavigate the lake and natural parklands, there is no other over 50s community that has so much room to breathe. Located just five minutes’ drive from Caloundra, you’ll discover fun, new friends, 5-Star resort facilities, quality architecturally designed homes, gated security, caravan and boat storage, and the freedom to lock and go.

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