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HALCYON HOMEOWNERS SHINE BRIGHT ONSCREEN
Halcyon Greens homeowners enjoying a feast at the end of day two of filming`
The streets at Halcyon Greens were abuzz when a group of homeowners stepped up to help Halcyon shoot its latest TV commercial.
Nineteen homeowners (and a dog) were ready for their close-up, volunteering to share the Halcyon lifestyle with the Australian public. Lily and John Barker from Halcyon Greens said they were “flattered to be chosen” and to be given the opportunity to be a part of the newest campaign. “It was lots of fun and it was lovely to be a part of it,” Lily said. “Even though it was very hard to get up early for the 6am start.” “It was wonderful to be able to show off our community to the best of our ability so I hope we’ve done it justice.” They said they now have a much better appreciation for how much time, effort and the number of “takes” required to pull a TV commercial together. “I really enjoyed it and it was so professionally done,” he said. “It really is representative of the community and the relaxed lifestyle that Halcyon offers.” Halcyon’s latest commercial, titled “No worries living” features a group of enthusiastic homeowners showing what it’s like to live a “no worries” lifestyle – playing golf, staying fit, heading off on RV adventures and socialising with friends. From the very start, Halcyon has used its own homeowners in television and print marketing campaigns. Halcyon’s Joint Managing Director Dr Bevan Geissmann said there were a number of reasons for that. “Firstly, because it’s always fun and we are grateful for it,” he said. “Most importantly, we believe it adds a lot of authenticity to our marketing as no-one wants to see 40-year-old actors trying to be passed off as 60-year-olds. “Who better to represent what it’s like to live in a Halcyon community than the people already living in one? They are the best brand ambassadors any company could ask for.”
Cast and crew help Hamish in his starring role
Resident fitness fanatic, Rob Allman, warms up for the camera
Cat adoption brings joy in COVID-19
TARA AND BEV HELP RESCUE EACH OTHER
She might be a feisty character, but Tara the refuge cat has been a ray of sunshine during COVID-19.
Bev Skinner rescued Tara from the Sunshine Coast Animal Rescue in June, after her previous owner could not keep her as she was moving to a refuge to escape a domestic violence situation. “She doesn’t like men or the sound of a male voice,“ Bev said. “She takes off when she hears a man talk, so she may have been ill-treated or something may have happened.
“It’s hard to know, but she is getting better.” Tara, a long-haired cat who weighs 5.5kg, quickly found herself at home at Halcyon Parks with Bev. “She was quite happy, she walked in and hopped straight on my bed and cuddled up to me when I was sleeping,” she said. Bev said she had always had animals in her home, but not for a number of years, and made the decision to rescue an animal after her daughter and granddaughter welcomed cats into their homes.
“I was worried about leaving her when I go out, but she’s not stressed about it,” she said. “She’s quite happy to do her own thing.” Bev said the neighbours “think she is crazy” because she talks to Tara all the time. “When I’m going out, I say ‘bye darling, I won’t be long,’ and I swear she talks back to me,“ Bev laughed. “She really is wonderful and I recommend getting a pet, especially if you live alone as they are terrific company.”
To adopt a pet, contact Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge, (07) 5494 5275 or http://www.sippycreek.com.au
Bev Skinner and her rescue cat Tara, Halcyon Parks
