Bribie Island
Dancing through life at GemLife Bribie Island
MANDY NOBLE HAS BEEN DANCING ALL HER LIFE WHILE HUSBAND, RETIRED BANKER MARK LINDSAY, LIKES NOTHING BETTER THAN JUMPING ON HIS MOTORCYC...
Trekking to Tara – GemLife couples’ convoy heads west
FRIENDS AND TRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS FROM GEMLIFE BRIBIE ISLAND ARE GEARING UP FOR AN ACTION-PACKED WEEKEND OF CAMPING, CAMEL RACING, SOCIALI...
The bromance is real – GemLife mates get the ball rolling
WHILE MEN ARE OFTEN NOT AS VOCAL AS WOMEN ABOUT THEIR FRIENDSHIPS, IT IS EQUALLY IMPORTANT FOR THEM TO NURTURE BONDS AND MAKE NEW FRIEN...
Bribie’s line dancers grooved for a cause
IN CELEBRATION OF THEIR TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY THIS MAY, GEMLIFE BRIBIE ISLAND’S LINE DANCING GEMS ORGANISED AND PARTICIPATED IN A DANCE ...
Looking back – Resort trailblazers recall Bribie’s early days
There was a time when Heather and Len Dawber welcomed every new homeowner personally into the GemLife Bribie Island Over-50s Lifestyle ...
Fresh is best! Digging in for fun, food and health
Communal gardens at GemLife resorts are giving residents who enjoy growing their own fruit and vegetables the perfect place to unwind, ...
Wetlands wonderland – Bribie’s floating wetlands thriving
A thriving floating wetlands system at GemLife Bribie Island harnesses the natural power of plants to purify the water in lake dux.
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Meet the resort’s final settler
Brenda Faulkner walked into the final home available for sale at GemLife Bribie Island Over-50s Lifestyle Resort and was sold on it imm...
Ecology of Moreton Bay’s marine life
A paradise on Brisbane’s doorstep, Moreton Bay is a huge sub-tropical lagoon which supports diverse and abundant marine life with year-...
Family fun on Bribie Island
As we celebrate the importance of family this month, read on for some inspiration for family-friendly things to do that will help creat...
Just drive – Taking the wheel for new experiences with Explore by GemLife
Driving a motorhome for the first time can be daunting, but it does not take long to gain confidence and feel like a pro, according to ...
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 adag...
Hello dolly – Japanese-style crochet captivates and charms
Janelle ‘Nellie’ Hicks was captivated by the charming Japanese art of amigurumi crocheting and since taking it up over a decade ago has...
Carol makes peppermint roll a festive family favourite
Christmastime for the family of Carol and Ken Pelgrave provides a great opportunity to get-together and enjoy festive delights such as ...
Tony and Patricia carry on Croation tradition Downunder
Described as being like miniature doughnuts with a big flavour, Croatian fritters known as Fritule have become a traditional Christmas ...
The magic of Christmas – Experienced caravaners’ ultimate getaway
Christmas down under really is the most wonderful time of the year. The sun is out, and it is the best time to hit the road and satisfy...
Bribie Island December 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
‘Tis the season to be jolly and you couldn’t see more smiling faces than those here at GemLife Bribie Island!
It has been another bi...
Badminton group scores a huge win
Badminton enthusiasts have seen an opportunity and hit it over the net for a huge win at GemLife Bribie Island.
Rob Bower helped spe...
Reaching top gear – Motorhome first-timers keen to do it again
Nine days visiting many of Queensland’s western outback towns in the eye-catching Explore by GemLife motorhome has Jane and David Hayte...
Bribie Island November 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
Waking up on beautiful Bribie Island is so invigorating and I couldn’t think of a better way to start a day.
The fact that residents h...
Workshop wizardry – Building friendships and sharing skills
Creating furniture and items out of wood is proving popular with many residents at GemLife resorts in Queensland and Victoria.
In fa...
Bribie Island October 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
2021 has been an amazing ride for us here at Bribie Island and has seen development reach our fifth and final stage of construction whi...
Bribie Island September 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
There was much excitement on-site for the launch of GemLife’s fabulous new travel initiative, Explore by GemLife, which has added yet a...
The pawfect companion – Live-wire Pikachu laps up attention
The love of a pet is irreplaceable, according to GemLife Bribie Island resident Sandra Edie who owns Pikachu, one of the most recognise...
Kindness in action – New action team extends helping hand
A group committed to assisting and helping residents in need has recently been set up at GemLife Bribie Island.
The new GemLife Brib...
The eyes have it – Artist’s passion for creating pet portraits
The eyes are the window to the soul so the saying goes and the same applies to pets, according to artist Jill Myers.
The GemLife Bri...
Bribie Island August 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
If you are looking for a lifestyle change then GemLife Bribie Island is the place to be!
We are the fastest-selling over-50s lifestyle...
It only takes a smile. New friendships changed Kay’s life forever
‘Smile and the world smiles with you’ … and true to that saying it was the smiles of residents that first attracted Kay Sherley to her ...
Bribie Island July 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
The excitement continues to build as we approach the completion of GemLife Bribie Island’s fifth and final stage of construction.
The ...
The power of love – Daughter’s word was enough for Sandra
A joyful tear fell as Suz O’Callaghan revealed just how happy and fulfilled her mother has become five months after moving into her new...
Running for charity and fitness. Age no barrier for inspirational runner Robyn
Taking up running at 64 could seem an insurmountable challenge for some, but GemLife Bribie Island resident Robyn Bell did just that, u...
Kicking up their heels – Line dancing residents take show on the road
Line dancing enthusiasts at GemLife Bribie Island stepped out to showcase their fancy footwork to a brand-new audience.
In celebrati...
Bribie Island June 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
What a magnificent journey we have experienced here at GemLife Bribie Island since its inception.
The fabulous effort and dedication o...
Family hooked on fishing – Find top spots where fish are biting
When the fish are biting there is a good chance Clive and Carolyn Redgate will be down at Bribie Island’s Bongaree jetty with fishing r...
Bribie Island May 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
It has been a big year already here at GemLife Bribie Island with many activities, innovations, new residents and lots of inspections a...
Par for the course – Teeing off to keep fit and active
Sinking a hole-in-one on your birthday is an experience few could ever forget and that is exactly what GemLife Bribie Island social gol...
What’s SUP? Stoked for stand-up paddleboard surfing
Derek Hainsworth’s love of surfing was reignited about eight years ago when a friend introduced him to stand-up paddleboard (sup) surfi...
Fit to surf – chasing waves and surfing for life
Hooked on surfing before he was big enough to get his arm around his first surfboard, GemLife Bribie Island resident Garry Low’s love o...
Bribie Island April 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
Our beautiful Bribie Island resort has been pumping with energy and residents have been enjoying the milder autumn weather, making the ...
House-proud and home free
David and Annette Riseman happily admit to having high standards when it comes to keeping their home looking beautiful.
About a year...
Bribie Island March 2021 Sales Manager’s Message
March brings the first month of the milder autumn season, but things continue to heat up at GemLife Bribie Island.
Construction of Sta...
Friends first – Love, friendship and community
The 11th of May 2019 remains a day which GemLife Bribie Island residents Patricia Varga and Tony Jericevich will never forget - the day...
GemLife’s 500th residents reach new heights
When Shane and Robyn Bell freed themselves from a life of time-consuming home upkeep, taking up a low maintenance, lock-up and go lifes...
Every day is like a holiday
Embracing over-50s resort living
Peter said moving to a smaller, more low-maintenance home in the resort allowed him to live life to th...
Books for Bribie and beyond
Three years ago, GemLife Engineering Surveyor Corey Passlow set out on a mission to challenge himself creatively and use his knowledge ...
Bribie Island 2020 Sales Manager’s Message
Summer has officially arrived and the festive season is under way.
On behalf of the entire GemLife Bribie Island sales team, I would l...
Pontoon boat pleasure
Cruising on The Island Gem One of the best ways to enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of Bribie Island’s Pumicestone Passage, a 3...
Chain reaction
Referrals reward friends’ recommendations
Nothing beats word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family when it comes to making d...
Bribie Island November 2020 Sales Manager’s Message
Welcome to another month at GemLife Bribie Island!
Stage Five, the final stage of our resort, is under way and our contemporary new di...