Enjoy all the benefits of lighter city living at Lumora, Merrifield located in North Melbourne’s fastest-growing new city. A boutique over 55s community Lumora offers a sophisticated lifestyle opportunity like no other. It’s a place where city living becomes effortless, balanced and connected, one where each day shines with possibilities for you to discover and enjoy.

Lumora

Set on the iconic Fleurieu Peninsula amongst stunning beaches, natural wonders, and wineries you will find the established community, Seachange. Spend your retirement years with front row seats to incredible sunsets, focus on wellness and wellbeing and live a well-connected lifestyle. 

 Don’t miss your opportunity for a sea change with brand new affordable homes for sale now. Join a fantastic community with brand new amenities now open.

Seachange

Enjoy nature, fresh air and the sea breeze at Rosetta. Located in Victor Harbor, you’ll enjoy the short walk to the calm, clear and turquoise swimming waters of Encounter Bay and the sea. Set on 40 acres of prime real estate, Rosetta is a well-established community with sought after amenities. You’ll be spoilt by the natural beauty and modern conveniences.

Rosetta

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Encounter Bay

Thoughtfully planned amongst natural surrounds, Tamarind Place offers you a lifestyle like no other. Located in Central Queensland, Tamarind Place is a relaxed community with an enviable climate, perfect for an outdoor lifestyle. Spend your time exploring picturesque coastal and rural landscapes, including mountain ranges. Tamarind Place makes it easy and fun to get back to nature.

Tamarind Place

One of Australia’s premier lifestyle destinations can now be your permanent address.  Located between the coast and Condor Lake, Hazelmere is an established community offering Hervey Bay Over 50s living at its best. Feel right at home in the relaxed, welcoming environment of this much-loved haven, with some residences enjoying direct lake frontage and views.

Hazelmere

Live in a sanctuary, right on the Maroochy River. Located in Bli Bli, our active community is a haven for nature lovers and boasts a strong social culture with regular functions and outings. You’ll love being away from the noises of the city, yet close enough to shops and amenities.

Edgewater

Experience relaxed living at Maroochy Shores. Located on the Sunshine Coast, close to beaches and waterways, it’s easy to live a natural outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy living in a stylish home and meeting new people at the regular community social events. It’s your time to live life your way.

Maroochy Shores

Set among the relaxing mountain surrounds of Beerburrum, away from the bustle of the city, Twin Cedars is a peaceful place to live. Located on the Sunshine Coast, this friendly, established community has options to suit everyone. Stay onsite and enjoy the well-appointed amenities, or explore the beauty of nature close by.

Twin Cedars

The perfect place to hang your hat, Green Wattle in Burpengary will make you feel right at home from the moment you step inside. A short distance from Brisbane, and not far from the Sunshine Coast, Green Wattle offers a pleasant, secure retirement lifestyle with real freedom.

Green Wattle

Wake up with the sea breeze greeting you every morning at Orianna, a first-class community located in Moreton Bay. Orianna is surrounded by natural beauty and friendly locals. It’s the perfect place to experience life at a slower pace.

Orianna

Located in the beautiful Queensland countryside of Toowoomba, you will find the charming Bridge Street Community. This well-established community is designed for over 50s to enjoy a peaceful and active lifestyle with an array of amenities and a thriving social calendar. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Toowoomba with the convenience of being close to shops and essential service - this is the country lifestyle you have been looking for. 

Bridge Street

Kingfisher Gardens is an attractive over 55s community only minutes from Toowoomba, Queensland’s Garden City. Homeowners enjoy the convenience of being close to a vibrant city while living in a peaceful oasis. This serene community provides homeowners with peaceful places to enjoy local wildlife as well as plenty of opportunities for socialising and forming friendships. 

Kingfisher Gardens

Centrally located within Brisbane’s inner eastern suburbs, Tingalpa is superbly positioned to take advantage of all the services and facilities of Brisbane’s CBD, as well as the water-based activities offered at nearby Moreton Bay. You’ll enjoy the wonderful community of social residents, with all of the attributes you’d expect from a well-established community, like an active social calendar and well-maintained  grounds. Discover the best of urban living.

Bayside

Enjoy the picturesque Bremer River, right on your doorstep. Located in Moores Pocket, with access to an impressive list of facilities, Bremer Waters is casual community living, at its best. You’ll enjoy being welcomed by this friendly community.

Bremer Waters

Experience the joy of being surrounded by diverse natural landscapes at Ironbark. Aspley is a peaceful residential area set around Little Cabbage Tree Creek, in the northern suburbs of Brisbane. Living in this community you can be as active or relaxed as you'de like. Ironbark makes it easy to live the lifestyle you desire.

Ironbark

Bordered by beautiful parklands, this well-established community offers sought-after amenities, an active social calendar and friendly neighbours. Being so close to nature, as well as city conveniences, Redbank is a perfect place to start your next chapter.

Redbank Palms

Considered one of South East Queensland’s best-kept secrets, Birkdale is a picturesque suburb set on the shores of Moreton Bay. Located just 30 minutes from the vibrant Brisbane CBD, the active community enjoys an ideal combination of city conveniences together with bayside charm. With new home designs and well-appointed amenities, Redlands is the perfect setting to enjoy an active lifestyle. All this only a short drive away from the vibrant city.

Redlands

Set in Bethania, a quiet Brisbane suburb perched on the banks of the Logan River, Regal Waters is conveniently located close to amenities and natural beauty. You’ll appreciate the harmonious and well-established community, as well as the active calendar of events on offer. Regal Waters is the perfect place to enjoy an easy-going and social lifestyle.

Regal Waters

Ideally located on the banks of the Brisbane River lies a well-established community of active residents. This community offers sought-after amenities right on the Brisbane River, where you can spend your days exploring the scenic surrounds. You’ll enjoy the natural beauty and convenience this community provides.

River Terraces

Set within lush landscaped gardens, The Springs offers a serene and welcoming lifestyle. Enjoy the charm of country-style living while staying close to all the conveniences of cosmopolitan Brisbane. With brand-new homes now under construction and move-in opportunities this year, it’s the perfect time to make The Springs your home. Connect with friendly neighbours through an active calendar of events, explore the surrounding parks, and embrace a tranquil yet vibrant way of life.

The Springs

Everything you need is on your doorstep. Located on the beautiful Gold Coast, this active community offers residents a choice of social events, as well as easy access to nature reserves, only minutes away. Live a leisurely holiday lifestyle at Red Gum. 

Red Gum

Wake up to the sound of birds and enjoy friendly community living at the Suncrest over 50s community. Located in the prestigious pocket of Coombabah on the Gold Coast, Suncrest is a well-established community, offering a range of amenities were staying socially and physically active is a part of everyday life. Your next chapter starts here!

Suncrest

Perfectly positioned on 110 acres, Banksia Waters is the ideal place to start your next chapter. With stunning surrounds and its very own lake, Banksia Waters offers carefree community living with an active social calendar and sought-after coastal beauty. 


Banksia Waters

Did you know that Yamba was declared to have one of the best climates in the world by Stanford University? Yamba is a beloved holiday destination for many Australians, and we understand why! Play golf and bowl with your new neighbours, or take long walks along the river, there’s always something to keep you busy here.
 
 
*as voted by Australian Traveller Magazine 2019

Grevillea Waters

At Jacaranda Grove, you have the freedom to organise your day, your way. Enjoy a relaxing time by the pool, or host a BBQ for your friends and family – either on your deck or in the landscaped community areas. Our friendly and welcoming residents also enjoy a busy social calendar, so you’ll always have something to do.

Jacaranda Grove

Bordered by natural bushland and with direct access to 7km’s of unspoilt beach, Lorikeet is a vibrant over 50’s community where you can enjoy peaceful spaces for relaxing or socialising with neighbouring friends. You’ll also delight in the regular visits from friendly wildlife, including lorikeets and kangaroos, in this quiet coastal community.

Lorikeet

Located in the renowned surfing town of Yamba in NSW, enjoy the surrounding natural beauty and start living your retirement dream in this meticulously designed boutique community with access to resort-style amenities, affordable luxury homes, and a charming coastal lifestyle.

Explore the range of tailor-made architecturally designed homes and discover why residents are loving life at Parkside today.

Parkside

Come and experience the magic of Riverside, located on the banks of the Evans River in Northern NSW. Surrounded by National Parks, peaceful gardens, and conveniently connected to the centre of town with a scenic walking track, Riverside is a retiree’s dream come true.

Riverside

Make a sea change at Sanctuary, a relaxed community located at Lennox Head. Spend your time enjoying the onsite amenity and connecting with neighbours in the active social club. With the sand and waves at your doorstep, explore the natural beauty and discover why Sanctuary is one of the North Coast’s best-kept secrets.

Sanctuary

Say hello to the best of bush and beach. Set alongside Hearnes Lake, The Pines offers an enviable over 50’s lifestyle, within walking distance of the beach. Find the freedom to unwind, socialise, or explore in this well-appointed, relaxed, coastal community.

The Pines

Set right next door to the pristine, award-winning Black Head Beach, Beachfront in Hallidays Point is ideal for beach-goers. Our residents love their growing community and local village atmosphere.

Beachfront

Set amid expanses of green open space just 10 minutes from Port Macquarie, Glenfern is designed to elevate your over 50s living experience. Enjoy a welcoming ambiance, a host of exceptional amenities, and convenient access to all that the glorious Mid North Coast has to offer.    

Glenfern

Located on the idyllic mid north coast of New South Wales is the award-winning Laurieton Community. Set alongside Queens Lake with North Brother Mountain as the backdrop, Laurieton is a sought-after community set across beautiful landscaped gardens, offering luxury amenities and quality modern homes for over 55s looking for a relaxed lifestyle. 

Laurieton

Get more from life. Spread across 20 lush acres in Port Macquarie, Newport is the ultimate in over 55’s lifestyle living. With a welcoming community, first-rate facilities, a range of activities and nature on your doorstep, life at Newport gives you more.

Newport

Welcome to The Retreat, an over 50’s community located in the heart of Port Macquarie. Positioned among waterways and national parks, you’ll enjoy exploring the local area, or simply taking it easy in the well-appointed community facilities, including a bowling green and swimming pool.

The Retreat

Live a relaxing life positioned at the mouth of the pristine Hastings River. Located in the coastal town of Port Macquarie, Taskers is the perfect place for people who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, with easy access to beaches and parks, or for those who are simply looking for a change of pace close to nature.

Taskers

Enjoy retirement living at its best in the popular Port Stephens region. Located in a beautiful beachside community, Birubi Beach Holiday Park is the perfect place to make friends at community social events and spend time in the natural environment.

Birubi Beach

Enjoy the crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches, without the crowds. Sandy Shores, located within the picturesque peninsula of Port Stephens, is the perfect place to create a relaxed lifestyle.

Sandy Shores

Wake up smiling at the beautiful Sea Winds. Located in Port Stephens, on the Tomaree Peninsula, you’ll enjoy the carefree living this well-established over-50’s community provides. With active residents and lush tropical grounds, you’ll be glad you chose Sea Winds.

Sea Winds

Start your next chapter at Sunrise, our premier resort-style community. Located in Port Stephens, between the ocean and countryside, Sunrise is designed to meet all your needs and exceed your expectations. Spend your time exploring the natural beauty and discover why Sunrise is the perfect place to live the lifestyle you deserve. 

Sunrise

Enjoy nature, fresh air and the sea breeze at Homestead. Located in Port Stephens, with access to pristine beaches, deep blue waters teeming with fish, playful resident dolphins and migrating whales, you’ll marvel at the natural beauty on your doorstep.

Homestead

The perfect place to call home, Saltwood is located in a stunning setting between Lake Munmorah and Lake Macquarie on the Central Coast of NSW. Enjoy an active and independent lifestyle in a boutique neighbourhood surrounded by tranquil scenery, with modern amenities coming soon.

Don’t miss your opportunity to make Saltwood home. Explore a range of tailor‑made, architecturally designed homes, created for relaxed and low‑maintenance living.

Saltwood

Get into the carefree Central Coast spirit and enjoy over 50s living at a your pace. Offering a host of wonderful recreational facilities, including a pool and gym, this peaceful, established community is bordered by the bushland of Wyrrabalong National Park and the shores of Tuggerah Lake, accessed via a short level nature walk.

Heritage

Make life as active, or as relaxing as you like at Lakeland. Located on the shores of beautiful Budgewoi Lake, Lakeland is a haven set on over 12 acres of lakefront land. The well-established community enjoys direct access to over 10 kms of foreshore walkways. There’s always something to do.

Lakeland

Enjoy living in a boutique-style community on the shores of Lake Macquarie. Lakeside, at Chain Valley Bay, is set amongst manicured grounds with easy access to water-based activities. Residents enjoy a friendly community and a lively social calendar. Make life as relaxing or as active as you like.

Lakeside

Macquarie Shores provides the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active lifestyle, Macquarie Shores offers the best of both worlds. Located in the heart of the Central Coast. Macquarie Shores provides over 50s with secure and independent living.

Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with recreational activities, social events, and beautifully landscaped surroundings, while also being in close proximity to the everyday necessities. 

Macquarie Shores

Welcome to Teraglin Lakeshore - Chain Valley Bay. Set on 23 acres on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie, it’s the perfect place to enjoy an active lifestyle. Spend your day enjoying a wide range of onsite activities on offer, or take the time to explore the many natural attractions close by. 


Teraglin Lakeshore 

A popular beach holiday destination, Terrigal will charm you with its pristine beaches, lagoons and stately Norfolk pines lining the Esplanade. Located on the Central Coast, our community is well-appointed and conveniently positioned next to a vibrant strip of delicious places to eat. Stay onsite or explore the beauty of nature close by.

Terrigal Sands

Located just 450 metres from the shores of Lake Macquarie, perfect for water-based activities. Valhalla is a welcoming community set on 70 acres of pristine land. You’ll enjoy a full calendar, and an active lifestyle with aqua aerobics, crafts, tennis and a tool shed. Feel the joy of being part of a vibrant, secure and social community.

Valhalla

With easy access to plentiful coastal areas and national parks, the Central Coast is perfect for water lovers and nature enthusiasts too. With 9 Mile Beach and Lake Macquarie within easy reach, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Enjoy a leisurly dip or sail, or really get the heart racing with some surfing, snorkelling or a scuba dive.

Dune Rise

Nestled between Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley wine region, and the local country club, you’ll appreciate the carefree lifestyle and peaceful village vibe. Spread across more than 4 hectares of lush, landscaped Lake Macquarie countryside, with activities onsite and nature on your doorstep, you’ll always have something to do.

Lake Macquarie

Nestled right on the doorstep of Redhead Beach, Oasis offers a refreshing and energised take on over 50s living in a secluded beachfront oasis. Enjoy the essence of beachside living in this master-planned community with access to resort-style amenities, architecturally designed homes, and vibrant community living. 

Oasis

Live an enviable beachside lifestyle. Located in a small coastal village on stunning Nine Mile Beach, Ocean Breeze in Redhead is an established community with well-appointed facilities. A paradise for water lovers, you can walk down to the beach, or explore the local cliffs and rocky outcrops. There’s so much to do.

Ocean Breeze

Located in the beautiful Lake Macquarie region, The Sanctuary is a tranquil coastal retreat. Set amongst 15 pristine acres and within walking distance of the beach, you’ll be welcomed by the close-knit community of friendly residents. Enjoy the onsite activities or explore the many natural attractions close by. Live an enviable lifestyle.

The Sanctuary

Centrally located in the vibrant and multicultural north-west region of Sydney, Myrtle Glen offers an enviable community lifestyle. Enjoy an active and popular social club, with access to well-appointed facilities. You’ll also enjoy exploring the tranquil nature reserves and parklands around the area.

Myrtle Glen

Located opposite the scenic Nepean River, your new home is surrounded by lakes, the magnificent Blue Mountains, unique wildlife habitats and parkland. Our well-appointed community is designed to meet all your needs. Spend time onsite enjoying the facilities, or get out and explore the natural surrounds. Come and see why we’re one of Penrith’s best-kept secrets. 

Nepean Shores

Perfectly positioned on 17 acres of absolute water frontage, Oaklands is surrounded by Lake Illawarra and unspoiled beaches. This friendly and well-established community enjoys an active social calendar. When you’re not enjoying the facilities, you’ll enjoy exploring the quintessential coastal lifestyle. 

Oaklands

Make a sea change and enjoy life between the beach and the bush. Suncoast gives you the best of nature, every day, along with outstanding facilities and friendly neighbours. You’ll enjoy the beauty of the local area and find delight in the fuss-free coastal living.

Suncoast

Set in Conjola National Park, Snappy Gums is a bushland retreat with access to the peaceful waters of Sussex Inlet, Swan Lake and Cudmirrah Beach. Life at Snappy Gums feels like a holiday, where you’ll enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle in a well-established community.

Snappy Gums

Live in a bushland sanctuary, with access to the waters of Sussex Inlet, Swan Lake and Cudmirrah Beach. You’ll enjoy the relaxed village vibe of The Dunes, with friendly neighbours and sought-after amenities, life feels like a holiday. Come and be charmed by the natural beauty.




The Dunes

Enjoy the best of both worlds, with a warm country feel and all the convenience and services you’d expect from a vibrant regional centre. Boronia Range has options to suit everyone. Stay at home and enjoy the first-class amenities or step out for adventure in the natural beauty of the region. You’ll appreciate the many options to relax, unwind and explore.

Boronia Range

Hugging the shores of the Murray River, Cobb Haven is a charming lifestyle location. This friendly, established community has options to suit everyone. Stay onsite and enjoy the well-appointed amenities, or explore the beauty of the Murray area.

Cobb Haven

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Banksia Waters 157 – Freshly Updated & Move-In Ready. This beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom home has been painted and includes new flooring throughout. Simply bring your furniture and personal touches to make it your own. Enjoy the private garden courtyard, complete with convenient ramp access for easy entry and added accessibility. A perfect low-maintenance home in a peaceful setting.

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These homes are manufactured homes regulated under the Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003. View the park comparison document

Connect with residents at social activities.

Move in and enjoy the facilities and landscaping.

Have a fun game or get competitive with friends.

Work up a sweat, get healthy and stay active.

A hair and beauty salon for a little indulgence.

A community library for quiet time and a good book. 

Have fun, practice your short game. All levels welcome.

A versatile space for your recreational needs.

The security of our onsite management services.

Outdoor seating to fully enjoy your surroundings.

Well maintained landscaped parks and gardens.

A pet friendly community (some rules may apply).

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