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RETIREMENT LIVING
OF ALL the five-star inclusions and thoughtful touches within Stockland’s Halcyon Promenade, new homeowners Darrell and Michelle Parker (pictured) were drawn to a surprising feature.
The option to lay artificial turf in their backyard sealed the deal for the couple who plan to spend their impending retirement hitting the road in their caravan.
“We’ve got a house now and when we go away, we have to look at things like security and who is going to mow the lawn,” Darrell said. “At Halcyon Promenade, we can just lock up the house and go – we don’t have to worry about the yard – which leaves us open to do the things we want,” Michelle added.
“Besides, I’m not a gardener so the artificial grass is great for me!”
The couple bought their caravan in March 2020 and while their early travels were restricted to Queensland, they have big plans to see Australia, including an epic trip taking in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia.
“Michelle is working part-time in childcare and I’m still full-time but our loose plan is to retire next year and take eight or nine months in the caravan while our new home is being built,” Darrell said.
“Halcyon Promenade has a dedicated onsite area for caravans with power, water and a wash bay which was one of the things we loved and one of the features THYME Lifestyle Resorts are helping people over 50 right-size their home and quickly settle into a neighbourhood where they feel welcome and can connect with like-minded people in the community.
Robynne Mathers (pictured) is social club coordinator at Thyme Moreton Bay and has experienced first-hand the social benefits of owning a home at Thyme Lifestyle Resort.
“Having access to these social activities is so important to bring us together, fostering relationships and keeping our minds and bodies active,” she says.
“Our social calendar is jam-packed, we have so much happening that we only have midnight on Sunday free. It’s great because there really is something for everyone, and it’s an opportunity for all to be involved, should they wish to.”
On the doorstep of your home is a community filled with luxurious resort facilities which promote a socially active community.
Each lifestyle resort offers a unique range of luxurious facilities which can include a swimming pool, spa, art and craft studio, gym, cinema and bowling green.
While the opportunities are endless some of the activities on offer include painting, movie nights, tai chi, aqua aerobics, line dancing and barefoot bowls.
that was high on our wish list.”
The long-time Brisbane North residents say the community’s convenient Burpengary location – only 25 minutes from their current home – kept them close to family, friends and extended network.
“There are lots of green areas through the community which I thought would be good when the grandkids come to visit, they can go kick a ball or play. It feels homely, there’s a real warmth to the place.”
The layout – both of the homes and of the community itself – is designed to be social,” Darrell said. “There’s parking for visitors and entertaining areas but also, the way the houses face opens them up, makes them seem friendly and encourages socialisation with the neighbours.” Visit stockland.com.au/halcyoncommunities
A socially active community also means that you get to know your neighbours.
“We’re a relatively small community so it’s great getting to know people and staying connected with others,” Robynne says. “We all look out for each other and there’s a huge amount of support shared between us. For me, it’s great seeing everyone together and helping each other out, almost like one big family.”
An additional benefit of owning a home in a Thyme Lifestyle Resort is the financial gains. There are no entry or exit fees and no stamp duty, council rates, body corporate or strata fees payable. You also get to keep 100 per cent of any capital gains achieved on your home.
Thyme Moreton Bay has 2-bedroom low-maintenance homes selling from $479,000. A new display home is open. Visit thyme.com.au, call 1300 585 882
Seasons CEO, Jodie Gaske, and Barbara Booth, Community Manager
WATERFORD WEST RESIDENTS CELEBRATE 10 YEARS
MORE than 130 residents and their families celebrated Seasons Living Waterford West’s 10th birthday with an afternoon high tea.
The seniors living community’s celebration included a birthday cake and entertainment by local performer, Lachlan.
Stuart and Anne, residents of the community since it opened, cut the birthday cake and led the “happy birthday” singing.
“Everyone is so excited that we have been able to celebrate this special milestone together,” community manager Barbara Booth said.
“We haven’t been able to have many events in the last couple of years, so it is wonderful we can all be together to enjoy an afternoon of good food, good company, and dancing.”
Seasons Waterford West has one and two-bedroom independent seniors living apartments, with 24/7 onsite care. The community currently has more than 150 residents. Visit seasonsliving.com.au/Waterfordwest or call Nicola Wilcock 0439 389 849. Seasons Stuart and Anne cut the cake
