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Welcome to Active Lifestyle Estates’ COMMUNITY NEWS – AUTUMN EDITION
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sk any retiree who has made the shift and they’ll tell you the benefits of downsizing from a large family home to a lifestyle estate, are many and varied. You’ll hear them boast about having more time to pursue their hobbies and to travel; saying goodbye to the burdens of home maintenance and endless garden chores; and of course freeing up the money that was tied up in a big home they no longer needed. There are also the more subtle benefits that might not seem as obvious. Communities such as Active Lifestyle Estates offer greater peace of mind and opportunities for socialising, getting out and about, taking on new hobbies and activities, and ultimately enhancing your overall wellbeing – surrounded by like-minded neighbours who look out for each other, and inspire you to enjoy your retirement to its fullest. For many astute retirees, finance is a major factor in their choice to move to a retirement estate, where the best of both worlds – a modern, architecturally designed home and more cash on hand – really is a genuine and affordable option. Not only does selling a large, onerous home avoid the risks of reverse mortgages, while still giving you more money in retirement, ACTIVE LIFE • AUTUMN 2015
but buying into an Active Lifestyle Estate can also offer greater everyday savings: with no council rates or stamp duty to pay; no separate maintenance charges; and no exit fees. In most homes, even the utility and power bills are a welcome surprise.
Active retirees also relish the new environment where travel tales are swapped and activities are on hand, offering a host of opportunities to continue favourite pastimes and take up the challenge of something new. An increasing number of retirees are finding lifestyle estates such as Active Lifestyle Estates to be an attractive and affordable choice which offers freedom and comfort. “It’s the sensible option for those who want to make the most out of their retirement,” said Active Lifestyle Estates General Manager Corrie Milne. “When you’ve worked hard all your life, you deserve to be able to relax on your own terms, and do all the things you’ve had to put on hold while working, raising a family, paying off a mortgage, and tending to the demands of a big family home. It’s the reward everyone deserves in retirement.” What’s more, lifestyle estates also offer security – both physical, thanks to pin-coded
Why are Active Lifestyle Estates becoming so popular? Simple concept. It’s all about YOU! Free up money to do more of what you want to Brand new architecturally designed homes at incredibly affordable prices Meet friends and be in a likeminded community Safety and security No stamp duty No entry or exit fees No council rates Government pensioner rental assistance available No separate maintenance charges Healthier, more active lifestyle Lock and leave and be free to travel entry systems, and financial with residents owning their estate home on a strata title, just like an apartment or townhouse. “With a variety of low-maintenance home styles to choose from, we offer over-55s greater independence and peace-of-mind, knowing that they can stay home and enjoy the lifestyle opportunities in their community, or simply lock the front door and head off to spend their kids inheritance.” www.activelifestyleestates.com.au
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About Active Lifestyle Estates
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ctive Lifestyle Estates was formed in 2013 by Ingenia Communities, who are the leading, owner, operator and developer of quality affordable seniors’ housing communities in Australia. With its focus always on the resident, Ingenia is committed to providing a superior quality of life to Australian retirees. Located in some of Australia’s most picturesque locations, Active Lifestyle Estates currently operates seventeen modern, attractive lifestyle communities dotted throughout the eastern states, each one of which encourages independence, interaction and wellbeing. Our wide range of specially built homes offer seniors flexible living options with minimal upkeep, leaving more time to enjoy life. Active Lifestyle Estates also provides greater investment peace-of-mind with residents owning their own home, in a relaxed environment, without the cost of buying the land, paying council rates or spending time and money on maintenance and gardening, making it an easy, affordable retirement choice.
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First new home owner moves into Active Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek A
ctive Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek celebrated a major milestone on Monday 23 February, welcoming the first resident to settle in to one of its newly constructed homes. The growing lifestyle community in Marsden Park is a popular site for affordable, permanent living for over-55s in a secluded pocket of Sydney’s Western suburbs. Speaking the day after she moved in, new resident Lorraine Austin said she was delighted with her brand new two-bedroom home, and impressed with how smoothly the buying process progressed, from start to finish.
According to Lorraine, Active Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek’s setting, including an expanse of open space and trees, provided a real sense of community and felt like an escape from the world of hustle and bustle.
“There are a lot of trees all around the estate. It’s very relaxing and based on the plans for the future, it’s going to be quite beautiful, too,” Lorraine said. Active Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek allows residents the opportunity to choose their
brand new home from a range of designs at an affordable price with no stamp duty, legal costs, or entry or exit fees. A small weekly rental fee is paid to lease the land and the resident owns the home, which means they keep 100% of the capital gain if they choose to sell. If you’re interested in living at Active Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek, or to learn a little more, please visit www.liveinmarsdenpark.com.au or call ALE Stoney Creek Project Sales Manager Rachel Pullicino on 0459 995 919.
“I was looking to downsize from the home I was living in, so I’d have less yard to look after and less house to clean,” she said. “Active Lifestyle Estates Stoney Creek stood out for me because I could downsize and move to a more peaceful location, and still live within close proximity to my previous neighbourhood.” Lorraine is thrilled with the size of her backyard that’s big enough for some lawn to enjoy the outdoors and hang her washing, but not too much to look after when she’d rather be doing other things. Location was also a big factor in her decision to move to Stoney Creek. “I love that I can still attend the same church I did before I moved, as it is only 10 minutes away, and I can still shop at the same set of shops close by.” ACTIVE LIFE • AUTUMN 2015
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Display homes Active Lifestyle Estates is very excited to announce the opening of their first display homes at Lake Macquarie. The brand new, architecturally designed 2 bedroom + study homes will be open for inspection by appointment in late March. For more information phone Jason Webb on 02 4973 1883 Visit other Active Lifestyle Estates display homes at Albury, Mudgee and Stoney Creek.
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Ingenia Care Assist Active Lifestyle Estates launched Ingenia Care Assist in October 2013, extending our commitment to the health and wellbeing of residents.
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ngenia Care Assist is a free advisory service for residents, which links them to a range of local services from personal care to physiotherapy, podiatry and domestic cleaning.
“Our residents enjoy their independence and autonomy, but now and then, certain services and support are needed,” said Janene Eagleton. “That’s where Ingenia Care Assist comes in, providing free advice, and care plans if required, allowing residents to stay as independent as possible, for longer.” The ground-breaking program, puts residents in the drivers seat by providing tailored information, advice, care coordination, and referrals to health and case management services so that residents can get on with enjoying life and ticking off their bucket list. Active Lifestyle Estates The Grange will be holding an information session about Ingenia Care Assist’s Free 7-week Wellness Program on Wednesday 25th March. To register your interest or for more information please contact Jason Webb on 02 4973 1883. For more information about Ingenia Care Assist, please call 0418 698 694. ACTIVE LIFE • AUTUMN 2015
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We listen Active Lifestyle Estates have recently been conducting a number of surveys across our estates, with an aim of understanding the needs of our residents more closely. Overall we found that our residents love to be active! You selected a wide variety of activities that you like to do from walking, fishing and gardening to all enjoying happy hour!
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ust moments from the beautiful Murray River, the first stage of the Active Lifestyle Estates Albury redevelopment is well underway, with almost all the new homes snapped up and another five two- and threebedroom homes due to arrive by mid-April.
For many, the appeal of an Active Lifestyle Estate home is the opportunity to enjoy low maintenance yards and a hassle free garden. But this doesn’t mean residents miss out on the benefits of growing fresh herbs and vegetables, and the arrival of new vegetable garden beds recently was met with great enthusiasm. Birdfeeders and birdbaths will also be installed to encourage native wildlife to make their home around the village as well.
Can I have visitors/family and friends stay with me? Yes, your guests are welcome to enjoy the facilities and activities. For longer stay guests consent from the estate management is to be obtained. How much is my land lease and how do I know if I am entitled to Commonwealth Rent Assistance support? Land rent varies but is generally between $90 and $160 if you are entitled to rent assistance. For full information about government subsidies refer to www.humanservices.gov.au/rentassistance Can we have pets? Most of our communities are pet friendly for small indoor pets however, all sites are different so please refer to the estate management or rules.
New homes and green thumbs at Albury
Priced from just $195,000 and finished to an exceptionally high standard, the new homes are not likely to be on the market for very long.
Frequently asked questions
Official opening at Ettalong
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ince the opening of Active Lifestyle Estates Ettalong Beach in August last year we have had incredible response to the new homes and the community. Out of the 12 homes released in Stage 1 only two remain left to be sold... The residents are also very excited because they can see the construction of the new Community Centre and swimming pool is well underway and will soon be able to take advantage of the activities, library and interaction with the new residents and all the benefits that the new facilities will provide. Ettalong has also completed the new entry and was officially opened this month with Ingenia Communities CEO Simon Owen and the local MP, Lucy Wicks.
Are there any restrictions on the type of home I might like to put in the estate? Any moveable dwellings brought to the estate will need to be approved in writing by the estate management prior to the dwelling being relocated on the allocated site. If the estate is sold, what protection do I have? As a resident, you are protected by the Residential Parks Act. So in the event of any sale of the estate, the purchaser would be required to honour all the obligations of the Estate and comply with the provisions of the Residential Parks Act. Are there any body corporate charges? No there are no body corporate charges, all this is included in your lease payments. We have onsite managers who look after the operations of the estate and the maintenance of the estate facilities and gardens. Are there any other additional charges? No, the only other outgoings are your own electricity, water, phone and general household running. You will be responsible for the insurance on your own home.
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES ALBURY 508 Wagga Road, Lavington NSW 2641 Tel 02 6040 6275 www.liveinalbury.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES MUDGEE 71–81 Lions Drive, Mudgee NSW 2850 Tel 02 6372 1090 www.liveinmudgee.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES STONEY CREEK 140 Hollinsworth Road, Marsden Park NSW 2765 Tel 02 9628 4757 www.liveinmarsdenpark.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES ETTALONG BEACH 1 Fassifern Street, Ettalong Beach NSW 2257 Tel 02 4344 2211 www.liveinettalongbeach.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES MUDGEE VALLEY 2–8 Bell Street, Mudgee NSW 2850 Tel 02 6372 1236 www.liveinmudgee.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES SUN COUNTRY Cnr Tocumwal St & Corowa Rd, Mulwala NSW 2647 Tel 03 5743 1074 www.liveinmulwala.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES LAKE MACQUARIE 1A Stockton Street, Morisset NSW 2264 Tel 02 4973 1883 www.liveinlakemacquarie.com.au
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES ROUSE HILL 51 Terry Road, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 Tel 02 9629 2652 www.activelifestyleestates.com.au/rousehill
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE ESTATES THE GRANGE 4 Gimberts Road, Morriset NSW 2264 Tel 02 4973 1333 www.activelifestyleestates.com.au/thegrange
ACTIVE LIFE • AUTUMN 2015
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