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F E B R UA R Y 2 0 2 2
PURE GOLD
Gold Coast
Experience Centre SURFING
set to open FOR LIFE
Come on in the
water’s fine
All you
need is love
LOVING LIFE AND LIVING LARGE
BE MINE
Finding love in later life
Director’s Message
WELCOME TO THE FEBRUARY ISSUE OF THE GEM. THIS MONTH WE TAKE INSPIRATION FROM
VALENTINE’S DAY, SHARING OUR RESIDENTS’ STORIES ABOUT ALL THINGS LOVE!
The new year has already kicked off with a bang, unlike anything else available on the New South
with plenty of activity taking place across all our Wales Mid North Coast. Construction begins
beautiful resorts, plus a host of exciting events this month on the indoor pool, along with works
coming up in February and the months ahead. on drainage and electricals. We anticipate that
the pool shell will be completed by the end of
On the Gold Coast, the GemLife team is gearing
February and the building’s footings and slab
up for the official launch of the superb new
are due to be poured in March. The team is
GemLife Gold Coast Experience Centre on
also excited for the upcoming official opening
Thursday, 24 February. This cutting-edge sales
of our stunning new GemLife Rainbow Beach
centre will be the first of its kind for our resorts
sales office on Wednesday, 23 March. The event
and will give future homeowners an interactive
will also be a celebration of the pouring of first
visual and tactile experience of what our
home slabs (see page 32 for more information).
stunning Gold Coast development has to offer.
To see for yourself, we welcome you to join The fabulous Explore by GemLife motorhomes
us at the VIP launch event (turn to page 28 for have been getting a great response from
registration details). I am also pleased to share homeowners with plenty of bookings for
that bulk earthworks have begun on the site. adventure-packed holidays. For explorers who
would like to incorporate some interesting
The residential construction team is making Indigenous Australian cultural experiences and
terrific progress on the Sunshine Coast at our locations into their trips, turn to the guide on
hinterland resort, GemLife Palmwoods. Work on page 16.
the managers’ residence continues and the civil
Finally, for the many surf enthusiasts among our
construction team is expected to begin work on
contract holders and homeowners, don’t forget
the steel framework for the elevated creek-side
to book tickets for the popular Noosa Festival
boardwalk.
of Surfing, proudly presented by GemLife, taking
At GemLife Pacific Paradise, the civil place 5-13 March (see page 14).
construction team is gearing up for work in
Stage Two this month. Watch this space for
updates.
The GemLife Highfields team is looking forward
to hosting guests at our tranquil country resort
for a special Stage Five information event. Turn
to page 26 for details!
In this month’s magazine, we provide a ‘first look’ Yours sincerely,
at the GemLife Rainbow Beach Country Club Adrian Puljich
(see page 10). The country club promises to be Director & CEO
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New Gold Coast Experience Centre
opens this month
THE GEMLIFE GOLD COAST EXPERIENCE CENTRE, A STATE- OF - THE-ART SALES FACILITY DESIGNED
TO GIVE BUYERS AN UNMATCHED INTERACTIVE AND IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE OF WHAT IS ON
OFFER AT THE UPCOMING RESORT, IS SET TO OPEN LATER THIS MONTH.
Architecturally designed to reflect the look new approach to the typical sales experience by
and feel of the development, the final touches bringing everything to life in a more tangible way,”
are being put in place on the centre which he said.
will feature a cutting-edge selection room for The centre will boast an expansive circular
inclusions and finishing samples, as well as display selection room showcasing all the inclusions on
home room re-creations, including a kitchen, offer within the resort’s homes, as well as colour
butler’s pantry, ensuite bathroom and powder scheme and finishing samples.
room.
“In addition, the fully functional display kitchen
GemLife Sales and Marketing Director with luxury European appliances, will also be
Andrew Coulter said that the centre had used for special demonstrations for future
been thoughtfully designed to help buyers residents hosted by GemLife chef Matt Conquest,”
better conceptualise their future home and he said.
environment, something that traditionally can be Set upon a unique, elevated site with sweeping
challenging while a development is in the pre- views across the coast towards Surfers Paradise
construction phase. and surrounded by natural bushland, GemLife
“It’ll be the next closest thing to actually being Gold Coast is conveniently located near to all that
in the completed resort. We have taken a whole the famously vibrant Gold Coast has to offer.
The VIP launch of the GemLife Gold Coast Sales Experience Centre will be held on
Thursday 24 February between 2pm and 4pm. To join the celebrations and see for yourself,
turn to page 28 for event registration details.
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A perfect
match
Loved-up couple married
on Valentine’s Day
LOVE HAS BEEN IN THE AIR FOR LISA AND MARK CORNELIUS SINCE
THE DAY THEIR EYES FIRST LOCKED AT A MUTUAL FRIEND’S BARBECUE
ABOUT 16 YEARS AGO.
“We had both stepped up at the same time ago Mark came up with a novel way to propose.
to help select music from the playlist at the
A combined love for fine dining gave Mark the
barbecue and got chatting,” explained Lisa. inspiration to book a night out at the beautiful
Music brought them together and Brian Adams’ Tides Restaurant, Caloundra.
song I’m Ready sealed the deal for this loved-up He then bought an exquisite diamond ring and
couple who will celebrate their sixth wedding attached it to a cute and cuddly teddy bear.
anniversary on Valentine’s Day.
Lisa suspected nothing until, after dinner, the
It was the second marriage for both Lisa, 49, and waiter presented her with the teddy bear while
Mark, 65, who admitted neither had expected to Mark got down on one knee and proposed.
fall in love for a second time.
“I was in shock at first as I wasn’t expecting it
“It was like our stars just lined up. Looking back, and then my eyes filled with tears. I had no idea
it’s amazing how things just fell into place,” said Mark was going to propose on that night and, of
Mark. course, I said yes. I didn’t think I would ever marry
Eighteen months after their first meeting, the again but it was meant to be,” said Lisa who
Sunshine Coast-based couple who are awaiting admitted the attraction between the two was
instantaneous.
completion of their new home at GemLife Pacific
Paradise, moved in together and then six years “It only proves that you never know when it will
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happen. Mark asked for my phone number after already started to make new friends through
our first meeting and took me for dinner a few visits to Lisa’s mother who is a resident.
days later at Mt Cootha, and things just went from
“We love the caring community at GemLife and
there.” the fantastic facilities and have also met some
Mark’s caring nature and gentle soul won Lisa wonderful people at events such as the New
over while he loved her bubbly and outgoing Year’s Eve party in the Paradise Pavilion. There is
personality. They also shared interests such as just so much to love about the whole resort,” said
enjoying fine dining experiences and a love for Lisa.
travel with many overseas trips already under In the meantime, Lisa and Mark have some advice
their belts. for anyone contemplating finding love.
“We’ve enjoyed so many great experiences and “It doesn’t matter what age you are, follow your
the romance has never been lost including one heart because sometimes you meet a soul mate
very memorable dining occasion where we had that you can’t resist,” said Mark.
our own private waiter serving us dinner in the
“Time flies when you are with the right person
middle of a swimming pool in Fiji,” she said.
and for me, finding Lisa was truly amazing,
Later this year the couple are looking forward to especially when neither of us was looking for Mr
moving into their new home at GemLife Pacific or Mrs Right. It was meant to be, and now every
Paradise over-50s lifestyle resort where they have day brings so much joy to both our lives.”
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Love is in the air
Turning a chance meeting into
an experience of a lifetime
LOVE CAN BLOSSOM BETWEEN TWO PEOPLE AT ANY AGE AND SPARK THE BEGINNING OF AN
EXCITING AND HAPPY NEW LIFE TOGETHER, REAFFIRMING THE ADAGE, `YOU ARE NEVER TOO
OLD TO FIND LOVE.’ SO SAYS GEMLIFE BRIBIE ISLAND RESIDENTS ALISON AND PETER DRYDEN.
Four years ago, Alison and Peter were two people leaned towards Alison and said: “I think we
living separate lives at an over-50s lifestyle resort should get married, what do you think?”
in Melbourne, and finding romance was the Besotted by this time, Alison replied “I’d love to.”
furthest thing from their minds.
“Everything, including the wedding, was like a
That is until the day of the Melbourne Cup in fairy tale. Our 24 grandchildren (between us)
2017 when a chance meeting at a special race day formed a guard of honour, my son walked me
lunch changed their lives forever. down the aisle, and my daughter was my matron
“That was the day I first met Peter,” said Alison of honour. It was all so romantic,” said Alison.
who had divorced her first husband after 50 years The happy couple have now been married almost
of marriage and was living on her own. two years. They moved twice, and eventually
“I was in a competition to see who could throw followed the sun to Brisbane where they found
a coin closest to a whisky bottle. I lost the game GemLife Bribie Island and immediately fell in love
but this stranger, who turned out to be Peter, with the resort.
pulled me aside and said `never mind love, better “We knew straight away that this was going to be
luck next time’ and that’s where it all started,” our forever home,” the couple said in unison.
she said.
“We love our new home and Peter has his own
Alison admits that while she was not particularly man-cave in the garage, a space that is big
looking for a relationship, meeting Peter was the enough for both our car and his own place to
best thing that could ever have happened. relax. There are also many wonderful facilities for
“We went for coffee, and he turned out to be us to enjoy and we also love to socialise. Life truly
such a beautiful gentleman. He always pulled out couldn’t be more perfect for us,” said Alison.
my chair or opened the door. We got to know Having found true love later in life can be a
each other really well over the next two years,” lesson to all, they said.
said Alison who admits to being swept off her “Don’t give up, no matter what age. A whole new
feet. life opened up for us both, and we now approach
Then one day while the couple were sitting on every day with new-found love, enthusiasm, joy
the alfresco, with fairy lights all around, Peter and excitement ... and we do it together.”
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Fifty, flirty
and thriving
Finding love in later life
WHETHER YOU’VE BEEN DATING FOR A WHILE OR YOU’RE ONLY JUST
DIPPING YOUR TOES BACK INTO THE DATING POOL, THERE IS NO
DENYING THAT THE DATING SCENE HAS SIGNIFICANTLY CHANGED
OVER THE YEARS.
Many people are now turning to dating apps and websites which use
algorithms to make matches between their users to help them find a
potential love interest. Navigating online dating is a learning curve but once
you get the hang of it, it is a fun and easy way to find a partner at any age.
Face your fears
It can be intimidating to set up your profile on a dating site or app but remind
yourself that everyone else on there is going through similar emotions. Sign
up to trusted websites such as eharmony and EliteSingles where you can
find local singles such as yourself. These sites have high success rates and
specific sections for the over-50s which will give you a better chance of finding
someone like-minded and compatible.
Be yourself
When setting up your profile, be honest with your age and put up a recent
photograph of yourself. Share your interests and what qualities you are looking
for in a partner. Your profile should reflect who you are, and your personality
should shine through it. When you are true and authentic, you will attract
people who like you for you.
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Safety first Rediscover romance
There is never a 100 percent guarantee that Putting yourself out into the dating world is
the person you are chatting with is who they daunting but it can be an exciting and rewarding
say they are. For your own safety, always experience once you find someone you connect
arrange to meet your online match for the first with. The first person you match with may not
time in a public place, preferably in daylight. always blossom into a relationship but keep an
Be aware of any red flags that may come up open mind and don’t be discouraged. There is no
and avoid giving out personal information such age limit on dating, and you are never too old to
as your home address or credit card details fall in love. Embrace modern dating technology
early in a relationship. and get your flirt on. Your perfect match could be
just a click away!
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Coastal chic
First look at Rainbow Beach
Country Club
GEMLIFE RAINBOW BEACH’S STUNNING STATE - OF - THE - ART COUNTRY
CLUB WILL BE THE FIRST OF ITS KIND ON NEW SOUTH WALES’
SPECTACULAR MID NORTH COAST.
With building approvals expected any none. Having so much to enjoy on their
day, GemLife Rainbow Beach Sales doorstep – what could be better than
Manager Craig Dixon said excitement that?”
was mounting to see construction of Other facilities will include a fully
the stylish two-level building kick off. equipped gym for fitness enthusiasts,
“With so many magnificent facilities spa, sauna, games room, bar and
under one roof, it’s an incredible lounge, luxury cinema, and much
package. There will be nothing like it more.
in this region,” said Craig. The modern, streamlined building
“Contract holders are especially features floor-to-ceiling glass windows
enthusiastic about the country club’s which will bathe the interiors in plenty
ten-pin bowling alley and the indoor of natural light.
magnesium swimming pool,” he said. GemLife Manager of Interior Design,
“There’s also a huge amount of Jennifer Kyle said the inspiration for
excitement about the incredible the country club’s interior spaces
undercover lawn bowls green on the would reflect a coastal look and
upper level which will have a fantastic feel with a nod to Mediterranean
lounge area and large deck that looks influences.
across bush views. I can see this being “We’ll be introducing a colour palette
a hugely popular spot for people to of crisp blues with shades of yellow,
socialise and hang out over a drink exciting fabric patterns and textures,
while games are being played.” and some hero feature elements that
bring everything together,” she said.
He added that the enormous range of
facilities on offer within the country “We want to create a relaxed, calming
club was a big part of the appeal for environment that plays off the resort’s
future residents of the over-50s resort. beautiful location in one of the best
spots on the Mid North Coast. I can’t
“The mix of social, fitness, leisure and
wait to reveal more details in the
creative facilities available for our
months ahead.”
future homeowners is tremendous.
There really will be something for Stay tuned for updates!
everyone and it will be second to
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• Bar and lounge • Formal dining or meeting room
• Ten-pin bowling • Rooftop lounge and terrace
• Indoor pool • Undercover, indoor lawn bowls green
• Sauna • Wine room and lounge
• Sundeck • Creative arts studio
• Fully equipped gym • Games lounge
• Grand hall • Bar
• Dance floor and stage with dressing rooms • Golf simulator
• Hair salon • Luxury cinema
• Consultation room • Library and reading lounge
• Commercial kitchen
*IMAGE FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY
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Shaping up
GemLife Rainbow Beach facilities
make training easy
A BEAUTIFUL POOL, AND FULLY OUTFITTED GYM ARE JUST TWO OF THE
FABULOUS FACILITIES FUTURE GEMLIFE RAINBOW BEACH RESIDENTS ANN
TREMBLAY AND HUSBAND RICHARD MCGANN ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO
AT THE OVER - 50s LIFESTYLE RESORT.
Ann, a former personal trainer who gained her “I exercise in the morning, five days a week,
qualifications at the Australian Institute of Fitness and alternate between various fitness routines
in Brisbane in 2004, has been committed to which can include weight training, Pilates, yoga,
good health and fitness for some 23 years after kettlebell training, hand weights, band resistance,
deciding it was time to get fit and stay that way. walking, swimming, and cycling. I also do a bit of
boxing.”
“Initially I did what everyone would do such as
going to the gym and reappraising what I was Ann stresses she has been doing some form of
eating and then at age 40 decided to take it more exercise every day for the past 23 years and she
seriously, gain my qualifications and not only take has worked on strength training, particularly in
care of myself but also train others to do it as more recent times.
well,” said Ann, a French Canadian originally from “People can’t just start training and expect to
Montreal before moving to Australia in 1987. do an hour in the gym, for example, and get
Lean and fit, Ann is now 63. She no longer helps immediate results. It doesn’t work that way. You
others to lose extra kilos and stay taught and need to start slow, say with one-to-two-kilogram
terrific, now devoting her time and effort to weights or by walking around the block, and
build from there. Consistency is certainly the key
keeping fit and healthy herself.
to success.”
12 The GemShe also doesn’t believe body image is the be Ann says that in general people who wish to lose
all and end all of having a healthy body and some weight can do so by eating in moderation,
soul. cutting down on servings, increasing protein
intake because it helps reduce hunger, and when
“I don’t believe a certain body shape can
looking for a snack, consider options such as nuts,
dictate how fit you are because good health
boiled eggs, cheese, pork crackling or even a
is both on the inside and outside. In fact, the
meat patty.
inside (what you eat) can be more important
than how you look on the outside,” she said. It is fair to say that Ann is well and truly into her
own health and fitness routine and has no plans
Following exhaustive research on nutrition,
to ever stop. In fact, she can’t wait to move into
Ann has stuck to a low carbohydrate diet since
GemLife Rainbow Beach in 2022, when all the
2006 and couldn’t be happier with the results.
fabulous activities and facilities to help everyone
“I’ve kept my weight at a good level, my skin, keep fit will be available virtually at her doorstep.
hair and nails are all healthy, I don’t need any
“I do all my exercises at home now in a tiny
tablets whatsoever and I’m feeling great and
bedroom. My trampoline is downstairs. GemLife
happy within myself. Occasionally, I have an
will be fabulous and just the right fit for me and
`eat what I like day’ but to be honest, I’m very
my regular exercise routine. I can’t wait!”
happy with the food I eat on a daily basis.”
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The call of the ocean
Surfing a perfect way to start a new day
GRABBING A LONGBOARD AND TAKING TO THE WAVES FOR AN EARLY MORNING SURF IS
WHAT SEL SULLIVAN DESCRIBES AS THE PERFECT WAY TO START A NEW DAY.
The GemLife Pacific Paradise homeowner Then, in 2001 Sel was gifted a longboard for his
cites nearby Mudjimba Beach, Coolum, and 50th birthday from his wife, son and daughter
Noosa beaches as his top surfing spots on the who were keen to see him riding the waves
Sunshine Coast and can be found riding the once again.
waves at one of them nearly every day of the
“It took a few months for me to get back on the
year.
board but following lots of prodding by my wife
“I probably surf at nearby Mudjimba Beach I finally took the plunge and haven’t stopped
80 percent of the time but places like Noosa, since.”
which is one of the few beaches that faces
Sel says he is now just as dedicated to the sport
north and is sheltered from the wind, is pretty
as he was before giving it up and surfs solely for
good too especially if you surf early in the
his own benefit and enjoyment.
morning like I do,” said the fit 70-year-old.
“Surfing keeps you active and in good shape.
Surfing, he says, is an activity enjoyed by all
An hour on the surfboard is a remedy to fix
ages.
anything,” he said.
“I regularly surf with a few other guys who range
He particularly enjoys riding the longboard
in age from 64 to 77. I started in the sport when
which, he says at nine or ten feet long, provides
I was a youngster living two hours north of
a lot more buoyancy and makes it easy to catch
Auckland in New Zealand and just half an hour
waves and to paddle.
from the closest beaches.”
When asked what attracts him to surfing, Sel
After leaving school Sel spent 12 months living
said that just being out on the ocean is a magic
in the United Kingdom’s Newquay in Cornwall,
experience.
where he continued his love for surfing.
“It’s a fabulous atmosphere, so serene, and you
“There are some great surfing beaches off the
often see dolphins and turtles bobbing up
UK’s west coast that borders the Atlantic Ocean.
beside you in places like Noosa. If I’ve had a
It can be a bit cold in the surf until you get
hard day, I would head down to the beach for a
acclimatised but the waves were great,” he said.
surf and instantly feel relaxed and ready to go
Newquay was also the place he met the love of again. It’s amazing!” he said.
his life Judy whom he married 40 years ago in
Although not into competitive surfing himself,
March.
Sel says he loves to watch major surfing
The couple moved to Australia from New competitions such as the Noosa Festival of
Zealand in 1991, arriving on Australia Day and Surfing which is held in March and attracts
despite having access to some of the world’s thousands of surfers and spectators each year.
greatest surfing beaches, Sel took a 20-year
“I’ve never competed but I love watching all
break from surfing.
the action on the main beach at Noosa. It
“I’m not really sure why I took the break. I just brings back memories of the surfing heyday
found my time was spent on other sports like of the sixties and seventies, and every year
tennis and golf and while I didn’t surf, I still there seems to be more people competing on
went to the beach regularly,” he said. longboards which I love to see.”
14 The GemCelebrate the joy of surfing at the Noosa
Festival of Surfing 2022, 5-13 March.
Proudly sponsored by GemLife, some of
the festival’s major highlights will include:
• World-class surfing action
• The popular Dog Surfing
Championships
• A Surf Art Show staged by local artist
Owen Cavanagh
• A presentation from big wave surfer
and motivational speaker Mark
Matthews
• Screening of a remake of classic 1971
surf film Morning of the Earth with Q
& A with Albie Falzon
• Beach bar, live music, and much more!
For event details, visit
www.noosafestivalofsurfing.com
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A guide to indigenous Australian
locations and experiences
UNTIL YOU HAVE EXPLORED THE RICH AND DIVERSE CULTURE OF INDIGENOUS
AUSTRALIANS, YOU HAVE NOT TRULY EXPERIENCED AUSTRALIA.
As one of the world’s oldest living cultures, there and the stories of traditional owners passed
is no better way to connect with Australia’s vast down over tens of thousands of years. Spend
natural landscape than to experience it through your day scuba diving and snorkelling as
the eyes of its traditional owners who have used Indigenous rangers recount the Dreamtime
their knowledge of the land for thousands of stories of the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji, Gunggandji,
years. Mandingalbay and Yirrganydji people to help
With everything from striking art and ancient you gain a deeper cultural understanding of this
pilgrimages to modern culinary journeys, next diverse ecosystem.
time you plan to hit the road in an Explore Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory
by GemLife motorhome, be inspired by some The remote beauty of Kakadu has stories
key destinations for the country’s must-see to share that will take your breath away. In
indigenous Australian locations and experiences. Australia’s biggest national park, you’ll find
ancient landscapes with thundering waterfalls,
NATURE lush rainforests, wandering wetlands, exotic
wildlife, and ancient rock art. Covering nearly
20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu National
Park is a World Heritage listing, containing
more than 5000 Aboriginal rock art sites, to
which the Bininj/Mungguy people have called
home for some 65,000 years. Here, learn about
their ancient culture and the regions’ dramatic
seasons.
Purnululu National Park
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,
Northern Territory
Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel, Queensland Uluru (formerly called Ayers Rock), the immense
Experience one of Australia’s crown jewels, monolith that is Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
The Great Barrier Reef, like never before requires no introduction. Featuring spectacular
with Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel. Steered by a geological formations that dominate the vast
small team of local experts with unmatched and red sandy plain of central Australia, the
knowledge of the reef, this Australian- traditional owners of Uluru-Kata Tjuta are the
owned company is a unique educational and Anagu Aboriginal people. Sightseers from across
commemorative Great Barrier Reef experience, the world come to visit this World Heritage listed
incorporating the world’s oldest living culture park, marvelling at its geological wonder and
cultural significance.
16 The GemPurnululu National Park, Western Australia across the generations, showcasing the strength,
Located in the Kimberly region, the beehive pride, and individuality of Indigenous Australians.
striped Purnululu National Park is a fascinating
and enduring indigenous Australian story. It has CULINARY
been around for 350 million years and revered
by its Aboriginal custodians for 40,000 years. To
this day, this maze of orange and black striped
karst sandstone domes remains one of the
most beloved attractions in Western Australia’s
Kimberley region.
Tower Hill, Victoria
Cementing a vital place in local Aboriginal Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience
history and teeming with wildlife, Tower Hill is
one of the most fascinating geological formations
in Victoria. An enormous volcanic crater, its Flames of the Forest
inside and surrounding island-hills now serve as a Experience food for the soul in the most
wildlife reserve, housing substantial populations authentic way ever. Australia’s only rainforest
of native birds, koalas, kangaroos, emus, and dining experience, tucked away in a pocket of
much more. With Worn Gundidj, an enterprise natural beauty, Flames of the Forest is a world
providing economic opportunities to Indigenous away from your everyday reality. In this intimate,
people, you can stand inside the sleeping natural experience set within the candle-lit
volcano alongside a traditional owner. rainforest under a black silk canopy, Flames of
the Forest serves up a tropics-inspired menu – a
CULTURAL seven-course feast that is filled with locally-
sourced Australian produce – as you listen to the
music and storytelling of the local Kuku Yalanji
people.
Spirits of the Red Sand Cultural Theatre Show
and Dinner, Queensland
Brush up on your Aboriginal history with this
immersive and emotional performance at Spirits
of the Red Sand Cultural Theatre Show and
Laura Quinkan Dance Festival
Dinner in Brisbane. After you have been schooled,
you will get to pile your plate high at a bush
The Garma Festival of Traditional Cultures, tucker-inspired barbecue feast including piping
Northern Territory hot damper with dripping oils, wild finger lime
As Australia’s largest indigenous cultural and macadamia nut bush dukkah, chargrilled
gathering, the Garma Festival takes place over skewers with your meat of choice; kangaroo, emu,
four days every August in northeast Arnhem Land or even crocodile (it tastes just like chicken!).
in the Northern Territory. A celebration of the Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience & Tours,
cultural, artistic, and ceremonial traditions of the Northern Territory
Yolnguj people, this vibrant festival celebrates Located in Australia’s Red Centre, the
ancient storytelling and traditional song, dances breathtaking Kings Canyon provides the ultimate
and artworks. backdrop for the one-hour Aboriginal Cultural
The Laura Quinkan Dance Festival, Cape York Tour by Karrke. In this hands-on experience,
The Laura Quinkan Dance Festival is an exciting you’ll learn about traditional dot painting, tools,
biennial gathering on the Cape York Peninsula, weapons, bush tucker and medicinal plants used
celebrating the diverse communities, languages, by the Central Australia desert people.
songs, dances, and stories of Aboriginal people.
Here you can witness the passing on of culture
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Spinning a
yarn or two
Crafty Marie spins for fun and exercise
MARIE KRATZKE HAS PERFECTED THE ART OF SPINNING A FINE YARN - NOT IN WORDS BUT FROM
NATURAL FIBRES SUCH AS WOOL, MOHAIR FROM GOATS, AND CAMEL HAIR.
The GemLife Highfields homeowner has been personalised. You soon learn that every garment
a member of a craft group for many years and you make with your own yarns will turn out to be
while long accomplished at weaving, knitting and so unique and one of kind.”
embroidery, spinning is a skill she only picked up
Marie said the hardest thing about spinning is
about eight years ago.
learning how to get the wool onto the spinning
“I always had a passion for learning to spin and wheel.
when a member of our craft group offered
“Coordinating your head and feet to work at the
to teach me, I jumped at it. She loaned me a
same time can be a little tricky because your
spinning wheel and after about four or five
feet are going up and down while the thread is
lessons, I was well on my way,” said Marie,
going in and out and if your feet are going too fast
admitting that at the beginning, the craft was not
while you are pulling the thread through onto the
exactly easy to learn.
bobbin, things can get out of hand very quickly. It
“Spinning is a real art. I was using more wool sounds complicated but once you have learned
than was needed but eventually learned how to the process, it is actually quite easy,” she said.
control it.”
Mixtures of wool and silk are beautiful to spin,
After mastering the spinning wheel, Marie began according to Marie who has a passion for spinning
to experiment with different yarns such as alpacas fine two-ply yarn used for knitting garments
and minor fabrics like silk. for babies. She also worked in fashion for many
years and became a commercial wool buyer for a
“I then went on to dying my own yarn and
department store.
was amazed at what I could do once I knew
how. It was also incredibly exciting to go from “I just fell in love with the whole process of
using commercial yarns to doing something so turning natural fleece off a sheep’s back into a
18 The Gemyarn that you can then use to knit something There are also many types of spinning wheels
wearable or weave into a rug. It is amazing to be ranging from the traditional to portable electric
able to spin and colour my own yarn which will be or battery-operated versions, all of which are
unique and different every time.” represented in Marie’s spinning and craft room at
home.
Marie said some see spinning as a dying art but
once people realise they can’t buy the variety “I designed my craft room even before we
of yarns like the ones they are able to spin moved into GemLife Highfields almost a year
themselves, more people will want to learn. ago. Everything fitted beautifully and I always
have plenty of yarn on hand to knit up a gift for
“Not only that, but it becomes addictive. Most of
family and friends. I never tire of spinning,” said
my spare time is taken up with knitting, spinning
Marie whose craftwork saw her win first prize in
and embroidery. Spinning is fun, good for the
the Weave It Squares section at the Goombungee
circulation and so relaxing, and it is something
Show, near Toowoomba last year.
both men and women can do.”
www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 19GEMLIFE MARO O CHY QUAYS
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HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY TO ALL YOU LOVEBIRDS! WELCOME
TO AN EXCITING 2022 AT GEMLIFE MAROOCHY QUAYS. HAVING
INDULGED IN ALL THE DELICIOUS FESTIVE FOOD OVER THE
HOLIDAYS, MANY OF RESIDENTS ARE HITTING THE GYM TO
WORK OFF THOSE EXTRA KILOS.
As the building of Stage Four has commenced, a beautiful community of vibrant social people
there will be stylish new display homes available who are warm and friendly, making it a delight
with a fabulous array of top features and for new residents settling in.
inclusions. We have 14 gorgeous lakeside homes Give us a call to make an appointment and we
with serene water views that will take your can give you a private tour of this peaceful oasis.
breath away. Our modern, light-filled homes are We look forward to hearing from you.
designed with indoor-outdoor living options,
Joanne Michalowsky
adding function and beauty to create the ideal
Sales Manager
living space for homeowners.
The new colour selections for these spectacular
homes have arrived, and they were worth the GEMLIFE MAROOCHY QUAYS SALES TEAM
wait. Our expert designers have put together
Joanne Michalowsky, Sales Manager
colour palettes that provide a fresh and sleek M 0447 546 271 | E joanne@gemlife.com.au
look.
Julie-Anne Turner, Sales Consultant
We are looking forward to welcoming residents M 0427 891 573 | E julie-anne@gemlife.com.au
as they begin the year by making GemLife www.gemlife.com.au/gmd
Maroochy Quays their new home. Our resort has
MAROOCHY QUAYS FEATURE HOUSE
Commodore
FACADE TWO
$672,000
The central open-plan living area makes this home ideal
for keen entertainers. A bonus courtyard gives you a
private escape to read the paper and enjoy a coffee. The
Commodore features a large master bedroom with a walk-in
wardrobe and double-vanity ensuite bathroom. There are two
more bedrooms with easy access to the second bathroom.
The open-plan layout of this home means dining and living
areas integrate smoothly with the large alfresco area. A two-
car garage completes this perfect right-sized home.
To view this and other designs, and to reserve your site,
contact our sales team on 1800 982 056.
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Diving in for fun and fitness
Residents take to magnesium enriched pool
The many benefits of taking a dip in a magnesium pressure, the repair of nerve and muscle
enriched swimming pool are being enjoyed by function through better absorption of calcium
residents at GemLife Maroochy Quays over 50s to the body, as well as boosting immunity and
lifestyle resort. regulating sugar levels.
The opening of the country club in September Studies have shown that choosing to include the
last year brought with it a range of fabulous new healing power of mineral pools into a health
facilities such as a fully equipped gym, games and treatment can greatly improve the chances of
entertainment room, barbecue pavilion, luxury getting back to good health quicker.
cinema, outdoor yoga lawn, creative arts studio, Minerals also improve the skin’s elasticity and
floodlit tennis court, indoor magnesium enriched put moisture back into the skin, leaving the skin
pool and much more. feeling soft and silky while magnesium is also
The serene indoor pool has been a big hit with responsible for improving the strength of hair
residents, according to GemLife Maroochy Quays follicles, stopping hair loss and breakage while
Sales Manager Joanne Michalowsky. also improving its natural sheen.
“Magnesium-enriched pools have so many great In addition, mineral pools can also assist in
health benefits, and you couldn’t find a more the healing of skin conditions such as eczema,
picturesque setting than the one seen from the psoriasis, acne and rosacea.
pool, through the large wall of glass and over “Swimming can provide a great all over body
the lake to the wide expanse of native coastal workout that tones the muscles and builds
bushland that lies beyond,” she said. strength too,” said Joanne.
Joanne said the physical benefits of swimming in “Exercising in water makes the body work harder
a magnesium pool are another big drawcard. and therefore half an hour in a pool is worth 45
“Just by swimming in the pool, people can minutes of the same exercise on land. Swimming
benefit from the absorption of minerals into the is also an effective way to burn calories.
skin,” she said. “This has got to be a big plus for those looking to
This can lead to benefits such as lower blood get fitter and healthier,” said Joanne.
www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 21GEMLIFE PACIFIC PARADISE
Sales Manager’s
Message
THE ATMOSPHERE IS REALLY PUMPING AT GEMLIFE PACIFIC
PARADISE WITH SO MUCH HAPPENING IT IS HARD TO KEEP UP.
Now that the festive season is behind us, Sites within this stage are selling fast so if you
residents are out and about, and taking every know someone who is interested in securing
opportunity to get back into the many regular their own piece of paradise, they can make an
activities enjoyed before the distractions of the appointment, learn what is available and reserve
holiday season. a block soon to avoid disappointment.
All the great social events, sporting interests and Pet-friendly and nestled in peaceful natural
hobbies are all back on track with many being bushland, this is the ideal place to relax, unwind
enjoyed by residents in our fabulous new pool and enjoy the best of fabulous over-50s living.
house and recreational precinct, the Paradise Victoria Dent
Pavilion, which has proven to be a huge hit! Sales Manager
There is just so much to do in this stylish venue
which includes a two-level pool house, games
room, clubroom and bar, resort-style pool,
sundeck, tennis court, barbecue facilities and GEMLIFE PACIFIC PARADISE SALES
pizza oven, plus an outdoor entertainment and Victoria Dent, Sales Manager
dining area. M 0412 131 832 | E victoria@gemlife.com.au
Our many contract holders will be excited www.gemlife.com.au/gpp
to hear work is soon to start on Stage Two.
PACIFIC PARADISE FEATURE HOUSE
Penrose
FACADE TWO
$727,000
A spacious designer kitchen with island bench, premium
appliances and walk-in pantry flows into the dining and living
areas of this architecturally designed home. The living spaces
overlook the alfresco and courtyard areas, creating seamless
indoor-outdoor living. The master bedroom, with walk-in-
robe and ensuite bathroom, is set away from the living areas
for a peaceful retreat. Two more bedrooms provide space for
overnight guests, with a central bathroom in-between. This
home also features a two-car garage.
To view this and other designs, and to reserve your site,
contact our sales team on 1800 430 885.
2+ 2 2 1
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22 The GemPACIFIC PARADISE SOCIAL
Top picnic
spots for
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a busy time of year for many
dining venues both indoors and out, but for those
who prefer a picnic in the park there are also
many choices of great places to enjoy a romantic
picnic lunch especially for residents of GemLife
can be accessed by the footbridge or boat. It
Pacific Paradise. Here are just a few:
is located parallel to Bradman Avenue at the
ALEXANDRA HEADLAND Thomas Street corner in Maroochydore and offers
Grab a picnic hamper and head for beautiful a well-appointed picnic area with tables and a
Alexandra Headland where there is not only a playground with slide and swing set.
great spot to lay down a picnic rug but while This popular island hosts many fabulous outdoor
dining on some Valentine treats, visitors to this recreational activities ranging from fishing and
popular spot can also take in all the surfing sailing to jet skiing, paddleboarding and boating.
action of ocean-going enthusiasts or revel in the
exquisite views of Mount Coolum. POINT CARTWRIGHT
Located near the mouth of the Mooloolah River,
COTTON TREE PARK
Point Cartwright is renowned for its landmark
Overlooking the water and with plenty of open lighthouse and scenic beauty.
space for everyone to roll out their rugs and
A stunning ocean mural also grabs the attention
enjoy a picnic with their family and loved ones,
of visitors to the reservoir that is adjacent the
Cotton Tree Park in Cotton Tree is a big drawcard
lighthouse and an ideal location for picnics,
for all ages.
weddings, rockpool exploring and rock fishing.
CHAMBERS ISLAND The beautiful beaches, surf and views make this
Located in the middle of the Maroochy River, a fabulous choice for those wanting to enjoy
Chambers Island is a fantastic getaway that something special this Valentine’s Day.
Cocktail photo
contest
Congratulations to Peter and Majella
Jensen, winners of The Gem’s holiday
cocktail photo contest. They have
scored an 11-piece cocktail kit courtesy
of The Bartenders Sunshine Coast. We’re
predicting that they will be sharing more
celebratory cocktails with resort friends
David and Sharon Pearce very soon!
www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 23GEMLIFE PALMWO ODS
Sales Manager’s
Message
2022 IS ALREADY GEARING UP TO BE AN EXCITING AND
BUSY YEAR HERE AT BEAUTIFUL GEMLIFE PALMWOODS.
Already Stage One is close to being sold out The display homes, which are always popular
and there could be no better time than now to with new buyers, are well underway and we
secure a ready-built home, due for completion will soon be planning our first Open Day when
mid-year, in the first part of our development. visitors will have a chance to walk through and
Premium sites in Stage One are located inspect the homes. This will be a wonderful
overlooking picturesque Paynter Creek which opportunity to see our quality homes and get a
flows from the upper slopes on the Blackall feel for this beautiful, serene location. Watch this
Range around Montville and down through space!
Federation Park in Palmwoods, which also Liz Millroy
hosts a heritage tree walk. It then flows onto Sales Manager
Woombye, the flood plains near Diddillibah, the
Maroochy River and finally the ocean.
Future homeowners in this section of the resort
GEMLIFE PALMWOODS SALES TEAM
will be able to take full advantage of the idyllic
location and enjoy a beautiful, private treed Liz Millroy, Sales Manager
outlook at the rear of their homes. M 0437 169 379 | E liz@gemlife.com.au
While work is progressing on the first part of our Leisa Parsons-Young, Sales Consultant
development, Stage Two is now selling. To find M 0427 066 277 | E leisa@gemlife.com.au
out more, please contact Leisa or myself and we www.gemlife.com.au/gpw
will be happy to assist.
PALMWO ODS FEATURE HOUSE
Riberry
FACADE ONE
$6 3 5,000
The spacious two-bedroom plus multipurpose room Riberry
is designed for low-maintenance hinterland living. The
master bedroom at the front of the home boasts a spacious
walk-in wardrobe fit for the most extravagant of fashionistas
and a double-vanity ensuite bathroom gives everyday living
a luxurious feel. A designer kitchen, equipped with high-
end appliances and a walk-in pantry, makes cooking a joy.
On warm summer days, slide back the two sets of double-
stacker doors to let the sunshine in and entertain family and
friends alfresco-style.
To view this and other designs, and to reserve your site,
contact our sales team on 1800 718 414.
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24 The GemPALMWOODS SOCIAL
Picnic in the park
with your valentine
There is nothing more romantic than a picnic There is also the Kolora Park Express Train (built
in the park with your sweetheart on Valentine’s specifically for kids), picnic facilities, shelters,
Day, especially when you are surrounded by the and barbecues as well as the provision of public
lush, green beauty of the natural environment at amenities and parking.
serene places like Palmwoods on the Sunshine KONDALILLA NATIONAL PARK
Coast. The area boasts many top places to picnic.
Popular picnic areas near Palmwoods include
KOLORA PARK, PALMWOODS those within beautiful Kondalilla National Park
Picturesque Kolora Park is one of several popular in the Blackall Ranges. A 50-metre downhill walk
locations for picnickers in Palmwoods and is with steps leads from the carpark to a large,
fully outfitted with picnic tables, barbecues, and grassed picnic area complete with shelter sheds,
playground. barbecues, picnic tables and toilets.
Visitors enjoy its spacious reserve which provides The spectacular park attracts people of all ages
plenty of room for couples and families to lay and is particularly popular for birdwatching and
out a picnic blanket and indulge in their favourite nature photography. This is partly due to the
pre-prepared hampers of delicious food and abundance of wildlife including the Australian
brush-turkeys which are seen frequently,
wine.
particularly around picnic areas.
There is also plenty to do with natural attractions
The natural environment in the Blackall Range
such as the freshwater lake that is home to an
parks is vast and fascinating and is home to
abundant duck population.
at least 107 species of birds. They include the
Visitors can also take a short scenic walk on a Australian peregrine falcon and the wompoo
designated track around the lake through an area fruit-dove. In addition, there are about 70 species
that is home to more than 150 different native of reptiles and 32 frog species.
plant species.
www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 25GEMLIFE HIGHFIELDS
Sales Manager’s
Message
WELCOME BACK TO WHAT WILL BE ANOTHER EVENTFUL
YEAR FOR GEMLIFE HIGHFIELDS WITH MANY EXCITING
DEVELOPMENTS TAKING PLACE IN 2022.
Residential building in stages three and four will register for our Stage Five pre-launch information
be wrapping up over the next few months. We session (details below) to learn more about all
can’t wait for work to begin on Stage Five which the amazing things in store at GemLife Highfields.
is also set to include a Summer House which will
Give Jenny or myself a call to arrange a private
be packed with many more premium amenities
tour of our popular resort.
including a stunning outdoor pool for our
residents to enjoy all year round. Rachael Benham
Sales Manager
With a gorgeous range of new home designs in
the pipeline, there is something to suit everyone.
Our countryside resort is still attracting strong
interest from buyers and we still have limited GEMLIFE HIGHFIELDS SALES TEAM
villas available in stages three and four. Don’t
Rachael Benham, Sales Manager
miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime to have M 0437 256 745 | E rachael@gemlife.com.au
a stunning home in this picturesque location. It’s
Jenny Rickwood, Sales Consultant
now or never!
M 0436 011 527 | E jenny@gemlife.com.au
Stay tuned for more updates of the much-
www.gemlife.com.au/ghf
anticipated Summer House and be sure to
Stage Five pre-launch
YO V I T
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information session
E
If you’re ready for a whole new life in the fresh country
air surrounded by peaceful rural ambience, join us for
a special Stage Five pre-launch information session
at GemLife Highfields. Learn about our beautifully
designed Stage Five homes, the resort’s superb
premium facilities including the award-winning
country club, and the exceptional over-50s lifestyle on
offer in idyllic Highfields.
WHEN Thursday 3 March from 10:30am to 12:00pm
WHERE 75 Highgrove Drive, Highfields
RSVP Register online at
www.gemlife.com.au/ghfevent by
Friday, 25 February
26 The GemHIGHFIELDS S O CIAL
Romance your
valentine with a
picnic in the park
GemLife Highfields residents who love the great
outdoors are spoilt for choice when it comes
to enjoying a romantic picnic in the park on
Valentine’s Day. The area has several top spots to
picnic including Williams Park and Peacehaven
Botanic Park at Highfields.
PEACEHAVEN BOTANIC PARK WILLIAMS PARK
Peacehaven Botanic Park provides the ideal Ideally located in Cecil Crescent, this pretty
setting to enjoy a picnic or BBQ. Picnic tables park abounding in picturesque natural
and gas cooking facilities are provided to add to vegetation borders Klein Creek and features
the appeal of this fabulous park which is home to picnic facilities together with a children’s
more than 400 distinct species of native plants as playground.
well as scores of birds and wildlife.
A walking track follows the creek to the north
Enjoy a romantic walk down the meandering to a metal bridge where it turns around and
paths and take in all the information, facts and returns to the other side of the creek travelling
stories shared on plaques about the local plants back to the park via a wooden bridge. This
and wildlife or grab a cosy, private nook to just beautiful wildlife corridor is a lifeline for many
sit, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. native wildlife species in the Highfields area.
There is also a nature themed adventure Birdlife, dragonflies, and butterflies are in
playground for kids of all ages. abundance throughout the area.
HIGHFIELDS FEATURE HOUSE
Jasmine
VILLA 193 | FACADE ONE | BOTANIC
$559,000
Ideally located on an oversized block, this three-bedroom
Jasmine home is one of our most popular designs. Discover
relaxed, easy living in a stylish, modern open-plan home
that lets you bring the outside in. Bathed in natural light,
the two-bathroom Jasmine – the last available of this design
- features a sleek kitchen with designer appliances and
a walk-in pantry plus a huge alfresco, making it ideal for
entertaining. With plenty of extra storage and a study nook,
this spacious home is sure to impress.
To view this and other designs, and to reserve your site,
contact our sales team on 1800 910 278.
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www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 27GEMLIFE GOLD COA ST
Sales Manager’s
Message
2022 HAS KICKED OFF IN GRAND STYLE WITH OUR
MAGNIFICENT, STATE -OF -THE -ART GEMLIFE GOLD COAST
EXPERIENCE CENTRE NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS.
While the official VIP launch event is scheduled This will be a huge year at GemLife Gold Coast
for Thursday, 24 February, we have already been and we are really looking forward to home
welcoming a steady stream of visitors and home construction beginning which will pave the way
buyers through the centre which is providing for homeowners to start a whole new life in this
a fabulous interactive experience of the total famously vibrant region.
package on offer at GemLife Gold Coast.
If you would like to learn more about our homes,
Visitors are loving the new sales centre which amazing facilities and more, please contact me.
has been designed to reflect the look and feel of
Ashleigh Murtagh
the resort. A circular selection room showcases
Sales Manager
the inclusions as well as the colour scheme
and finishing options, displayed to give future
homeowners a comprehensive visual and tactile GEMLIFE GOLD COAST SALES
experience even before their home is built. Ashleigh Murtagh , Sales Manager
M 0429 817 175 | E ashleigh@gemlife.com.au
The excitement levels are rising every day,
especially now that the heavy machinery has Kellie Uthmann, Sales Consultant
arrived, and early civils works have commenced M 0401 658 375 | E kellie@gemlife.com.au
on site, enabling the development to start to www.gemlife.com.au/ggc
take shape in earnest.
GemLife Gold Coast
YO V I T
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Experience Centre VIP launch E
Join us for a stylish VIP launch event to celebrate the
highly anticipated opening of the GemLife Gold Coast
Experience Centre, a state-of-the-art facility designed to
give future homeowners an unmatched interactive and
immersive experience of what’s to come at our stunning
flagship resort. Get a taste of the superb GemLife Gold
Coast lifestyle over canapés and drinks and get the latest
updates about this incredible new resort.
WHEN Thursday 24 February, 2pm to 4pm
WHERE Gemstone Drive (via McCabe Avenue), Pimpama
RSVP To attend and advise of any dietary
requirements, register online at
www.gemlife.com.au/GCVIPlaunch by
Friday 18 February.
28 The GemGOLD COA ST S O CIAL GOLD COAST FEATURE HOUSE
Oasis
FACADE ONE
$6 45,000
Contemporary and captivating,
the Oasis creates a spacious and
inviting environment in which to
enjoy life to the fullest. The home
features a generous floor plan
incorporating open plan living, dining
Gold Coast Running and a gourmet kitchen with the
latest in quality Smeg appliances,
Festival 2022 and an adjoining alfresco. Style
and functionality come together in
Register your interest! the master bedroom which hosts
an ensuite bathroom and walk-
IF YOU NEED AN EXCUSE TO KICK - START YOUR FITNESS in wardrobe. A second bedroom
GOALS IN 2022, THE GOLD COAST RUNNING FESTIVAL IS and a multipurpose room provide
THE PERFECT EVENT FOR RUNNERS (OR WALKERS) OF additional space for visitors or to
ALL LEVELS. create a space that meets your
lifestyle. A two-car garage completes
Featuring four distinct race distances, the festival caters this beautiful home.
for people of all ages and running abilities. With a 21.1km
half marathon, a 10km, 5km and 2.5km run/walks, there is
something for everyone.
Set to take place on Sunday, 24 April and starting and
finishing at Cbus Super Stadium in Robina, the Gold Coast
Running Festival makes the most of the coast’s famous
sunshine and mild autumn running conditions at a fun
community event.
Register as a participant and join the GemLife team by
completing the Expression of Interest form by clicking
here www.gemlife.com.au/gcrunfest
All GemLife participants will receive a free visor and water
bottle.
WHAT The Gold Coast Running Festival
WHEN Sunday 24 April
REGISTER INTEREST Join the GemLife team 2+ 2 2 1
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and register online to express your interest at
www.gemlife.com.au/gcrunfest or email To view this and other designs, and
events@gemlife.com.au by Sunday, 13 March. to reserve your site, contact our sales
team on 1800 325 229.
www.gemlife.com.au FEBRUARY 2022 29GEMLIFE TWEED WATER S
Sales Manager’s
Message
SUMMER IS A GREAT TIME TO ENJOY ALL THAT THE
BEAUTIFUL TWEED COAST HAS TO OFFER RANGING FROM
STUNNING BEACHES TO THE TRANQUIL AND PICTURESQUE
NATURAL WONDERS THAT ARE IN ABUNDANCE
THROUGHOUT THE REGION.
This year is off to a tremendous start, and it This year’s Gold Coast Running Festival is being
is gearing up to be an extremely exciting 12 held on Sunday, 24 April and GemLife Tweed
months for future residents of GemLife Tweed Waters’ future residents are invited to join the
Waters. Civil works have revved up on site, paving GemLife team for a great day out.
the way for solid progress towards seeing our
Demand for homes has been extremely strong
stunning boutique over-50s lifestyle resort take
but we still have a few sites remaining for those
shape over the coming months.
who are looking to secure a piece of paradise
Almost sold out, the development has given in this unique resort. Please don’t hesitate to
us the opportunity to meet many passionate contact us to find out what’s available or to have
people who are looking forward to calling the all your questions answered.
resort home. We have enjoyed introducing
Melanie Graham
everyone to the fabulous GemLife lifestyle,
Sales Manager
ranging from the beautiful and stylish homes to
the waterfront country club.
It is the perfect location for a vibrant and active GEMLIFE TWEED WATERS SALES
lifestyle. Facilities on homeowners’ doorsteps will Melanie Graham, Sales Manager
include a rooftop pool and spa, barbecue area, M 0427 633 928 | E melanie@gemlife.com.au
bowling green, hairdressing salon, access to the www.gemlife.com.au/gtw
adjacent Tweed River and so much more.
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can provide feedback, ask questions and
even meet new people, so join up today!
Visit www.facebook.com/gemliferesort
today to get in on the action!
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Reef
FACADE THREE
$795,000
The Reef is a beautiful two-storey
home designed to make the most of
over-50s living on the Tweed Coast.
The main ground floor level caters
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designer kitchen with walk-in pantry,
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WHAT The Gold Coast Running Festival
WHEN Sunday 24 April
PATIO
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BED 2
KITCHEN
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www.gemlife.com.au/gcrunfest or email
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events@gemlife.com.au by Sunday, 13 March. to reserve your site, contact our sales
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