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Cafe Connections: Brewing more than just coffee

Across our aged care homes, our cafes can be vibrant places where residents, staff, volunteers and families come together.

Recent Articles

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The years fly by

Friday 22 October was the 10th anniversary of the date the first residents moved into Pearl Retirement Resort in Darwin’s harbourside suburb of Fannie Bay.
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There is nothing like a dame

We are delighted to be living in Bedford Heights Estate and are finding everyone incredibly friendly and supportive.
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Perk up your life with a pet

The bond between a pet and owner (or pet-parent as many prefer to be called), can be one of the most enriching relationships in our lives.
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Rocky Road Recipe

This simple recipe is perfect for entertaining friends and family over the festive season.
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The tools for success

Some new tools at The Pines Retirement Living’s Men’s Shed are building carpentry skills, friendship and a camaraderie amongst male residents.
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From Cheltenham to The Ashes

Max was an Australian Test cricket match umpire, umpiring 20 Test matches between 1971 and 1980.
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Passion that spans a lifetime

From many years on horseback to the comfort of watching it in her home at Hawthorn Retirement Living in SA, Helga Tong’s passion for equestrian sports hasn’t wavered.
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Pandemic proof careers

Jack Thomas says a career change into aged care has many benefits, most notably getting to know the residents of Oakfield Lodge Residential Care in SA.
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Howdy neighbour!

As the Village Manager of Bedford Heights Estate Retirement Living, Barb Seccull says she genuinely cares for her community, one she describes as the happiest she’s been part of.
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To Aura, we say adieu!

We’d like to farewell Volunteer, Aura Jeffree, who resigned from her position at John Paul II Village Residential Care in SA after an amazing 13 years.
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Chicken and Bombay Potatoes Recipe

Give your tastebuds a trip to Bombay with this delicious recipe from our very own Dietitian, Bonnie Sanderson.
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National Nutrition Week 2021 - Meet Bonnie

I help my clients to better understand their diet, health and make changes to better suit their specific needs to ultimately live a healthier and happier life.