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Party Time! Jade Avenue Residents Street Party Live the lifestyle you deserve!
Issue Seven | February 2018
Featured Facility Living Gems Tennis Court
What’s On February Your Local Calendar
General Manager’s Message Welcome to the February edition of our newsletter – our second edition for 2018. We have started the year heading great progress at the resort. Our display homes are well underway with new homes for our residents beginning as well. I am pleased to announce that the Living Gems Pacific Paradise Open Day will be held in March. You can find more information about the day within this newsletter edition. If you haven’t already, please join our Facebook page to get access to all the latest Living Gems news across the country. In this edition, you will find information about one of the many resort facilities that will be available to all the residents of the Living Gems Pacific Paradise resort – the tennis court. Vlad Pullich General Manager Living Gems
Sales Manager’s Message Recently, we had a fantastic morning tea at the Living Gems Pacific Paradise country club. It was a great opportunity for everyone to meet new people and catch up with old friends. It is so fantastic getting to know our deposit holders and interested parties who will soon join the wonderful community at our Living Gems Pacific Paradise resort. We will have many more fantastic events and gatherings planned for the rest of 2018, we hope to see you there! Living Gems Pacific Paradise has been very busy since the new year, with enquiries about the final homes for sale at the resort. We only have 30 homes left to be sold, so make sure you register your interest soon. Our display homes offer you the
opportunity to really visualise what your new home and lifestyle at Living Gems Pacific Paradise could be like. If you would like to learn more about our resort and the endless list of opportunities that will await you should you choose to live with Living Gems Pacific Paradise, please feel free to either call us, send an email, or even stop by the Sales Office. I look forward to seeing you soon! Victoria Dent Sales Manager
Did you know that we have a Facebook page? Find us at www.facebook.com/LivingGemsAus and click follow to be kept up-to-date with the latest and greatest news and fun.
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Party Time!
Meet ‘n’ Greet Morning Tea
Recently the residents of Jade Avenue in Living Gems Pacific Paradise resort held a street party. It was a lovely afternoon, it is a fantastic example of the wonderful social scene available at the resort.
Living Gems Pacific Paradise hosted a beautiful morning tea for deposit holders and interested parties last month. The information session was a great opportunity to view the display homes, country club and meet potential new neighbours.
Top left to bottom right: 1 Monica, Howard, Eyvonne and Margie enjoying a great afternoon 2 Tony having a blast 3 Michael and Ian 4 Picture perfect bonnie having a cool drink 5 Susan and Pat
Top left to bottom right: 1 Sales Manager Victoria presents information about Living Gems Pacific Paradise 2 What a delicious spread!
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Feature Floorplan
Maroochy There is so much to love about the Maroochy design – it’s the perfect retreat. This two bedroom home is a great option for those seeking to downsize their living space without sacrificing luxury. This design combines all the elements of a larger home into an easy to manage space. With a walk in pantry, double lock up garage and a large master suite you have all the storage space you could need. Three separate dining areas offer you the freedom to enjoy your culinary creations wherever you feel. To find out more information about Maroochy, or any of our floorplans, call the sales manager on 1800 978 388 or email at victoria@gemlife.com.au
Feature Facility You’re guaranteed to have a ball at the Living Gems Pacific Paradise tennis court. The tennis court is great for those who are interested in forming teams and facing off competitively, or for those looking to enjoy a casual game.
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The courts are floodlit so the fun never has to end; you can enjoy games in the late afternoon through to the evening. The flexipave surface is a fabulous flooring option. As well as offering enhanced comfort to the player, the superb traction limits the chance of slipping and sliding. Practice makes perfect, and there is no better time than the present, so don’t forget to check out the tennis court.
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Resident Spotlight
At Living Gems, we like to know our people. Bringing like-minded individuals together is something that we’re truly passionate about. In this section, we aim to shine the spotlight on some of our fabulous clientele. If you’d like to get in touch to share some of your stories, we’d love to hear from you! Contact the Editor at: samantha@livinggem.com.au.
What are your favourite pastime activities?
Originally from Rockhampton Keith, 68, and Marion, 63, moved down to the Sunshine Coast 19 years ago for a sea change. After leading an eventful working life, they have set up a base at Living Gems Pacific Paradise. Marion and Keith tell us about what they have been up to since moving into their brand new home.
They love spending time with their family; they have three children and six grandchildren. They have spent the last ten years travelling Australia in three different motorhomes. Their Jayco motorhome was the last they owned – there was even a washing machine inside! We have taken our motorhome as far south as Tasmania and as far north as the Daintree rainforest. Our favourite places to visit are rainforest and coastal locations, New South Wales in particular. What do you love the most about your Living Gems Pacific Paradise home?
Tell us a little bit about yourselves
What floorplan did you choose?
Keith and Marion are both originally from Rockhampton, Marion grew up on a dairy farm in Mt Larcom. She started out working as a nurse early in her career and later moved on to administration and office support work. Keith is a butcher by trade, but he has also managed his own delivery business and spent some time working for Telstra. They really enjoyed travelling in their motorhome.
They decided on the Peregian, as it is the perfect size for them. They love the space the double lock up garage and two bedrooms offers. The open plan living area is so lovely on summer afternoons; the breeze flows nicely throughout their home. The covered alfresco dining area is also a lovely bonus; it’s great for entertaining.
They have had so much fun since moving here and feel reinvigorated. They don’t think they could have ever imagined retiring in such a wonderful community. They have met so many like-minded people and enjoy lots of social get-togethers – they love the social scene available here. There are great facilities on offer like table tennis, lawn bowls, tennis and the games room. Their family love to visit them here; they are now more popular than ever!
How did you come to hear about Living Gems Pacific Paradise? Since they were living in Bli Bli at the time, they were able to see the stages of construction at the Living Gems Pacific Paradise resort and it stuck in the back of their minds. Due to ill health in 2016, they made the decision to downsize and find somewhere local to their doctors, with a social and tight-knit community. Thankfully, Living Gems Pacific Paradise is in the perfect location for them, and they have been having a ball at the country club ever since.
“They have had so much fun since moving here and feel reinvigorated. They don’t think they could have ever imagined retiring in such a wonderful community.” 1800 978 388 | www.livinggems.com.au
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How to Build the Perfect Charcuterie Platter 1
Sweet
Offer your palate a diverse and complex flavour experience by including sweet accompaniments such as grapes, sliced pear, fresh figs, quince paste and dried prunes. These sweet flavours go well with cured meats and cheese and add colour and dimension to your board. Soft and juicy prunes pair perfectly with the strong flavour of paté and a crisp piece of toast.
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Further diversify the flavours on your board by adding sour tastes to the mix. Marinated olives, cornichons and capers complement the meat and cheese perfectly.
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Meats
Make sure you mix up the flavours in your selection of meats; spicy and mild sopressa or sliced chorizo, full-flavoured and salty prosciutto or pancetta and mild and simple flavours like mortadella. You’ll need approximately 30-50g of meat per person you are catering for.
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Cheese
Follow these seven easy steps to build the perfect charcuterie platter for your next dinner party or light lunch. 30 minutes – 1 hour before serving. Offer a selection of cheeses that range in flavour, try a combination of aged cheddar for a crumbly texture, triple cream brie for a rich, buttery flavour and gorgonzola for a firm cheese with bite.
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Cheese is best served at room temperature so that the flavours are more pronounced. Remove your cheese from the refrigerator about
Colour and aesthetics
For an impressive board, diversify your colours; divide your colours around the board. Crackers and fruit can act as separators between cheeses, meats
and accompaniments. Serve on a large wooden board or piece of slate; this will complement the colours on the board and ties everything together. Include different cheese knives for each cheese so the flavours aren’t mixed.
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Dips and accompaniments
Add roasted nuts like almonds and cashews – they are great to snack on. Beetroot or hummus dip and patés are also great to include on your board.
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Breads and crackers
Last, but certainly not least, breads and crackers. Our suggestion is a combination of fresh, lightly toasted baguette, crisp bread sticks and water crackers.
Gem of a Home: $538,000 The Marcoola is our Home of the Month. This design is a stylish two bedroom home with a stunning open-plan living and dining area. It boasts a designer kitchen, with top quality appliances and a lovely alfresco area with private garden. The spacious home offers a study nook, 1.5 single lock up garage and a large walk-in pantry. Come and inspect this beautiful open-plan home today. • State of the art Smeg appliances • Fully landscaped • Fully fenced • Pet friendly
• Two bedrooms including a spacious master suite • Walk-in pantry • Study nook
Call 1800 785 594 or email: victoria@livinggems.com.au for more information or to view our stunning range of homes.
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Living Gems Pacific Paradise new display homes are well under way along with new homes for our residents. Clockwise from top: 1 Site prep for a new home at Living Gems Pacific Paradise 2 More site prep for new resident homes 3 We’ve been framed! New homes are popping up 4 The slabs are being laid.
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What’s On February Asian Food Festival
$65.00 - $99.00
Sunday, 11 February, 1:00pm – 6:00pm Spicers Tamarind Retreat 99 Obi Lane South, Maleny Come up and enjoy cooking demonstrations whilst trying some incredible Asian food. Entry price includes six different Asian dishes and three matching beverages. All you will need to bring is a picnic blanket to enjoy the summer sunshine and live entertainment. Get a group together and head on over. For more information contact 07 5420 5420.
Mad About Theatre presents A Chorus Line
Wed preview/ Sat Matinee
$59.00 Adult Thur-Sat evening
$69.00 Adult
14 – 17 February, (times vary) The J 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction From the company who brought you Chicago, Mad About Theatre is back in 2018 with A Chorus Line! The performance is a stunning musical-vérité about a chorus audition for a Broadway musical. A lovely way to spend a romantic evening, or get some friends together to enjoy the show. For more information visit https://www.thej.com.au/a-chorus-line
Mooloolaba Beach Festival
ENTRY FEES VARY
FREE Hot Ginger Chorus Open House Evenings 7 – 28 February, 7:00pm – 9:00pm Maroochydore CWA Hall 104 Memorial Ave, Maroochydore Hot Ginger is opening its doors each Wednesday evening in February for women to come and sing with them. Free during the month of February, the Open House event is an opportunity to try something new and rewarding in 2018. For more information phone Jenny on 0408 006 881.
17 February – 18 February, all day Mooloolaba Beach, Sunshine Coast This is set to be an action-packed weekend of events. Enter in the many competitions on the day or online at http://worldseriesswims. com.au/mooloolaba-beach-festival Competitive events include: paddle board races, sand sculptures, junior’s races and men’s and women’s races. Other activities include yoga and an outdoor cinema.
SuperFeast Tonic Herbs Seminar with Mason Tyler
FREE
Saturday, 17 February, 10:00am – 12:30pm Maleny Community Centre, Main Hall 23 Maple Street, Maleny In this workshop, you will get an in-depth introduction to the art of tonic herbalism and how to bring these ancient herbs into your life. You will have a solid foundation of understanding about these herbs and their uses. For more information about the class contact 07 5494 2257 or email dietitian@outridgesiga.com.au
596 David Low Way, Sunshine Coast Qld 4564
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ENTRY FEES VARY Queensland Triathlon Series Sunday, 11 February 5:00am – 12:00pm Caloundra Power Boat Club 2 Lamerough Parade, Caloundra The Queensland Triathlon Series is the largest event in Queensland. There are competitions for all ages and abilities.