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Aveo, 21 Gracemere Boulevard, Peregian Springs (2025)

02/09/2025

The stereotype of older Australians struggling with technology couldn't be further from the truth!

As part of an article with The Daily Telegraph, Aveo’s 2025 Ageing Australia Study revealed that 94% of Australians aged 65–85 now own a smartphone - almost the same as Gen Z. But unlike younger generations, many are using technology to enhance their lives rather than dominate it.

Just ask Richard Conibear, a grandfather of five living at Bayview Gardens Retirement Living on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Richard stays connected through Facebook groups and loves jumping on YouTube for practical tips. “If you want to know how to change the spark plug on a lawnmower, look at YouTube!” he says with a grin.

For fellow Bayview Gardens resident Fran Taber, her phone is “a very necessary tool” for keeping in touch with family and playing word games with friends overseas. But her daily 10,000 steps - walking down to the water each morning - keep her grounded and healthy.

Their stories reflect the study’s findings: more than half of Australians aged 65–85 exercise three to five times a week, and most embrace technology in a way that strengthens, rather than replaces, real-life connections.

Aveo's CEO, Tony Randello sums it up best: “Technology has been an enablement for them, but it hasn’t defined their lifestyle - and I don’t think it ever will.”

This generation of retirees is rewriting the story of ageing: active, digitally connected, and thriving in every sense!

29/08/2025

A beautiful tribute to Ronda Alterator OAM, much-loved resident of Minkara Resort in Bayview and a true Warriewood netball legend.

This week, the Ronda Alterator Reserve was officially opened in her honour - a fitting recognition of her 40+ years of dedication to the Narrabeen Youth Club and Manly Warringah Netball Association.

Ronda’s passion, generosity and community spirit will continue to inspire for generations to come ❤️

27/08/2025

✨ 𝗔 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 ✨

For Lindfield Gardens residents Ashley and Jane, life together has been a performance filled with passion, creativity and adventure.

Both born in London, Ashley and Jane began their ballet journeys on different paths - Ashley through the Royal Ballet School, and Jane, after recovering from childhood illness, with training in Sydney and later London. But it was in Johannesburg, while Jane was working on a book about both South African ballet companies, that their destinies aligned. Sent to interview Ashley, then a resident choreographer and assistant director, Jane recalls: “By halfway through the interview I was head over heels in love. I just knew we would spend the rest of our lives together.”

Ashley was equally struck, saying he was on his best behaviour that day but was immediatelydrawn to the “pretty” interviewer – despite her being from a rival company. Within two years, the pair were married.

From there, their shared journey took them across continents - leading ballet companies, raising their son, and eventually founding the Ecole Ballet and Dance Theatre in Sydney, where they nurtured thousands of aspiring dancers over two decades. Their school became a cornerstone of Sydney’s dance community, with students going on to perform and win scholarships around the world.

Now, after 44 years of marriage, Ashley and Jane remain just as devoted. Jane keeps active with daily barre exercises, while Ashley enjoys staying physically fit and active in the Lindfield Gardens community. But it is their bond that continues to inspire. Ashley says, “It’s definitely give and take and I think the fact that we both have a sense of empathy for other people has also contributed to the success of our marriage."

Jane smiles: “He was and still is a very good-looking man. He was a fantastic director and a wonderful choreographer. I’m so proud of all he has achieved. I think he’s just divine.”

From that first interview to a lifetime together, Ashley and Jane’s story is proof that love - like dance - only grows more beautiful with time. 💛

25/08/2025

𝗪𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲!

Residents received a delightful surprise when a group of bright-eyed little dancers from Eden Academy Child Care joined the community's line dancing class - and absolutely stole the show!

It was the children’s very first excursion, and they jumped right into the fun, showing off their best moves (and a few giggles) alongside residents, before exploring the community centre together.

After all that dancing, residents and the tiny dancers refuelled with some delicious fairy bread. Then it was back to Eden Academy for a well-earned nap, because being adorable is hard work. A heartwarming day of fun, friendship and fairy sprinkles!

22/08/2025

Good friends are hard to find, but for Bayview Gardens residents Karen and Enid, their friendship has stood the test of time for more than seven decades.

The pair first met as teenagers at Manly Surf Lifesaving Club in the 1950s, long before women were officially recognised as club members. At just 15 and 17, they joined the club’s very first women’s march past squad, carrying the surf reel and banner with pride.

“We held our own carnivals at various beaches, travelling to the south side to Maroubra etc, and I’m proud to say we placed first on more than one occasion,” Karen recalls.

For five years they competed in “unofficial” women’s carnivals, events that often drew bigger crowds than the men’s. Outside of lifesaving, they shared countless weekends of dances, jazz bands and movies, and later supported each other through marriages, raising children, and the many ups and downs life brought their way.

Their bond has never wavered. Enid stood by Karen’s side as bridesmaid, later becoming godmother to her son. They leaned on one another through heartbreaking loss, including the passing of both their husbands and Enid’s son, and found strength in their shared love of family, sport, and community.

Both women say in the seven decades they have known each other, they have yet to have a cross word. “After a while you get to love your friends, and that’s exactly what happened with us,” Karen says.

Now, at 90 and 88, Karen and Enid have come full circle, living at the same community at Bayview Gardens on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Their beautiful story is clear proof that true friendship never fades, it only deepens.

✨ Karen and Enid's incredible story of friendship, resilience and pioneering spirit is one of many inspiring reads in the brand-new Spring Issue of Chapter Magazine, out now!

👉 Click below to explore their journey, plus discover more resident stories, delicious spring recipes and community highlights.
https://www.aveo.com.au/news/chapter-magazine/

20/08/2025

✨ 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗬𝗲𝘁! ✨

At the start of this month, Aveo communities across Australia swung open their doors - and with a record 𝟲𝟭 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 taking part, it was our biggest Open Home event ever!

There were morning teas, guided tours, plenty of laughs, and lots of friendly faces. It was such a joy to share a little slice of Aveo life with everyone who popped in. Take a peek at some behind-the-scenes moments! 📸

Couldn’t make it? No problem! Just give our lovely Contact Centre team a call on 13 28 36, they’re always happy to answer questions and help you find the perfect time to visit!

18/08/2025

🎨 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻 - 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘃𝗲𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻!🎉

Every year, our talented residents amaze us with their creativity, and we can’t wait to see what’s in store for this year’s theme: "𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀".

From bold brushstrokes to intricate details, past winners have captured incredible moments and stories through art - swipe through to see some of last year’s standout creations.

Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush, pencil, or palette knife, we’re excited to see how you bring this year’s theme to life. Good luck to all our resident artists! 🌟

15/08/2025

A Hair Salon with Heart 💕

There’s always a buzz coming from the hair salon at The Newstead Residences and it’s not just the hairdryer! Illia Hair & Makeup has become a cherished part of village life, thanks to its wonderful owner, Illia who’s built beautiful connections with residents.

Recently, she commissioned two talented resident artists, Gerry and Anna, to create a stunning artwork for the salon, which they created in the fantastic art room at the community. The painting captures the terrace garden in full bloom - complete with familiar faces from the community. “The girls did add in some pink just for me,” she laughed. “They said it was artistic license!”

Illia loves being part of the community, “It’s been the best thing ever, I love being here,” she shared. And Anna agreed, “It’s been the best thing for us!”

From laughter echoing through the salon to the one-on-one pampering sessions (and those legendary head massages!), it’s clear this is more than just a place for a trim - it’s a place of connection, care, and creativity. “Everyone needs pampering,” said Gerry. “And I’ve never had someone spend so much time with me in a salon.”

“There’s so much wisdom here, and so much talent. I learn so much from my clients - they’re such an inspiration to me.” Illia’s already commissioned another painting from Anna for her home and plans to showcase more resident artwork in the salon soon.

Living in Newstead means there’s always something new to explore, but it’s the familiar faces and heartfelt moments that make this community truly special!

13/08/2025

𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗭𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮, 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝘆𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝘅 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝘀! 𝗙𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝟰 🎪

Robyn Peck, resident at Fountain Court in Burwood was recently interviewed by The Senior about her role as one of the founding members of the Performing Older Women’s Circus! Robyn spends her days mastering acrobalance moves you’d expect under a big top - from human pyramids to flying through the air!

Sometimes she’s the base, holding others steady, and other times she’s soaring above, supported by her fellow performers.

“It gives me confidence and the ability to say, ‘Yes, I can. I can do anything,’” Robyn says. “You can do things you just wouldn’t believe you could do.”

The group, led by long-term trainer Dotti Scalli, adjusts moves to suit everyone’s abilities, making it a space where women can challenge themselves, build trust, and share in the thrill of performing. Robyn has even taken her skills to the stage, appearing in shows including "Small Acts of Resistance" at Melbourne’s Midsumma Festival this year.

For Robyn, it’s more than exercise - it’s community, creativity, and proving that age is no barrier to learning something spectacular. Robyn, you are amazing! Read more of Robyn's story here - http://bit.ly/3JdO7po

11/08/2025

Sabena and Mark O’Brien are living proof that retirement living isn’t about slowing down; it’s about choosing a life full of joy, activity, and freedom. After helping their mothers transition into aged care, Sabena had a clear goal. “After decluttering for our mums, I was determined we would not leave this ordeal for our children one day.”

This goal led Sabena to check out Shortland Waters Retirement Living, a golf-side retirement community in the Hunter. Despite living just 30 minutes away, they hadn’t known about the community until an Open Day caught Sabena’s eye. “When we drove into the village, it was obvious that a lot of love had been put into the gardens and the surrounding golf course. We thought, ‘this is amazing.’”

The couple continued decluttering and looked at other retirement communities in the area, but said nothing compared with what they had seen at Shortland Waters. “Doing our due diligence, we saw a financial adviser who provided us with a better understanding of the financial considerations when buying into retirement living,’’ Sabena said. “The advisor told us moving to a retirement community while younger offered a better lifestyle return on that investment, as you have more time to enjoy all it offers. This advice resonated with us.’’

Even their daughters, initially surprised by the move, saw the wisdom in it. “They were convinced we were too young, but after visiting the community and seeing how beautiful it is, they understood.”

Now settled into their villa, they’re thriving! “We moved into our two-bedroom home with our little dog Pippa last year. When we sit outside and look out over the golf course, we know we made the right decision. We love it. It’s the perfect size for us and has a multi-purpose room that Mark has converted into his ‘playroom’ with a big TV. There is so much to do here, we’re having a blast. We both play competitive golf, and I do Zumba and line dancing while Mark enjoys the gym and long walks. Our dog now walks more than she has ever before in her life and our grandchildren enjoy coming over for sleepovers.”

Thanks for sharing your story Sabena and Mark, it sounds like Shortland Waters suits you down to a tee! ⛳️

08/08/2025

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱 💕

Three years ago, across a dining room dinner table at Concierge Balwyn Retirement Living in Melbourne, a cheeky smile from Verna, accompanied by a glass of red wine, caught Dorothy's attention. That moment sparked a connection that has blossomed into an inseparable friendship.

Dorothy and Frank moved into the community three years ago, while Verna had arrived just a few months earlier. Since then, the pair have shared countless adventures. From bus trips and coffee dates to garden nursery visits and long chats in each other's apartments, their bond continues to grow stronger with each passing day.

"We have so much in common," Verna shared. "We both love clothes shopping, ice skating, and we were both runners in our younger days. But above all, family is the most important thing in our lives."

Verna's affection extends to Dorothy's husband, Frank, too. "She likes baking him treats," Dorothy laughed. "Her caramel slice is one of the best I have ever tasted."

Dorothy added, "Verna is so busy that I have to make an appointment to see her! But it is always worth it, we can sit in comfortable silence for hours, have a wine and a chat or laugh until our faces are sore. It is a true friendship!"

When asked what the best part of their friendship is, Verna said, "I am completely comfortable with her. Silence is easy. Dorothy is always there for me."

In a world where meaningful connections are cherished, Verna and Dorothy's friendship - filled with laughter, shared memories, and a profound sense of comfort - proves that the most meaningful connections can blossom at any age.

Thank you to The Physio Co for taking this beautiful photo of Verna and Dorothy together for part of their recent photoshoot at Concierge Balwyn!

06/08/2025

Lindfield Gardens has officially unveiled a fresh new look with its transformed community centre, breathing new life into the retirement community in Sydney’s Upper North Shore.

The East Lindfield community was abuzz as residents, guests, and Aveo leaders, including Head of Portfolio Anthony Ibrahim, gathered to mark the milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and reopening celebration.

After the stylish makeover, the community centre boasts a new lounge and café, dining room, library, salon, media room, bar, plus a modern BBQ and outdoor dining area, designed for residents and their family and friends to enjoy.

Community Manager, Paul Schutte, shared that the residents are loving the new spaces. “It’s great to see the community centre become a go-to spot for catchups, celebrations, and everyday moments again. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.”

“It’s changed so much from what it looked like before; it’s a new and modern haven inside, like a new house. We’ve had so many comments from residents that they can’t believe how great it looks inside.”

The heart of the community is back, ready to welcome everyone for good times, great company, and plenty of shared moments 🏠❤️

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