Staying active at GemLife resorts

GemLife facilities heated indoor pool
How often are you exercising? According to Better Health Victoria, only 10 per cent of Australians over the age of 50 exercise regularly enough to see any real health benefits. It has been estimated that nearly half of the physical decline associated with aging is related to a lack of physical activity. The good news
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In full bloom Greenthumb Ruth shares tips for creating lush green spaces

In full bloom Greenthumb Ruth shares tips for creating lush green spaces
Lifelong gardener Ruth Mclaine’s colourful backyard and patio, filled with tasty veggies and bright blooms, quickly caught the attention of fellow residents after she moved to GemLife Woodend earlier this year. Ruth and her husband moved to GemLife ten months ago after deciding to downsize their ten-acre property just south of Mount Macedon in order
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Creative self-care | Looking after your health and wellbeing during COVID-19

Creative self-care | Looking after your health and wellbeing during COVID-19
With social distancing measures put in place, there has never been a more important time to take care of your mental and physical wellbeing. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to take care of yourself and try something new from home. BRAIN FOOD Keep your brain sharp with these free online resources. Ebooks Google Books, Amazon, Barnes
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From free meals to private sales appointments, GemLife stays safe during COVID-19

GemLife stays safe during COVID-19
GemLife stays safe during COVID-19 From free chef-prepared meal deliveries for residents to private tours of our display homes, GemLife has been working hard to do its part to flatten Australia’s coronavirus curve.  Here’s a snapshot of how GemLife has adapted to the times to keep safe and move forward during the COVID-19 outbreak: Our
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Bend & stretch with iso friendly chair yoga

Bend & stretch with iso friendly chair yoga
GemLife Woodend resident Julie Ritchi, a fully-qualified yoga instructor, believes yoga is for everyone and something that can be easily incorporated into residents’ daily routines, even when ‘staying at home’. Julie, who started a seated yoga class for Woodend residents shortly after moving to the resort, has adapted to the current coronavirus times by creating
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May 2020 Director’s Message

Adrian Puljich
The past month has been full of challenges due to the extraordinary times we are living in. But challenges aside, one of the biggest things I’ve observed over the past several weeks is the tremendous sense of community amongst our homeowners. The extended GemLife family, including our employees, has risen to the challenge, lending a
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Introducing GemLife Eats!

GemLife’s free meal delivery service for residents. GemLife is excited to announce the roll-out of GemLife Eats, offering free homemade meals, made fresh by GemLife Chef Matt Conquest, and delivered right to the door of our residents to reheat or freeze and save for later. Residents will be able to choose from three different meal
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April 2020 Director’s Message

Adrian Puljich
This past month has been both a busy one and one in which we’ve been faced with some extraordinary challenges due to the global COVID-19 outbreak. With World Health Day coming up this month, health could not be any more important than right now. With the wellbeing of our homeowners and future and prospective residents
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Noosa declared World Surfing Reserve

            GemLife is incredibly proud to be Gold Sponsor of the Noosa Surf Reserve which was officially recognised as the tenth World Surfing Reserve at a special dedication ceremony on Friday, 21 February. Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast, is only the third Australian surf destination to be awarded this prestigious
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How to live your happiest life after 50

How to live your happiest life after 50
For many people, a whole new phase of life kicks into gear after 50. In light of International Day of Happiness coming up on the 20 March, here are some tips about how to live your happiest life well into your 50s and beyond! Get physical Physical and mental wellbeing go hand in hand. Exercise
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