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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 winners of the Southern Stars Awards 2025 announced

Congratulations to our winners of the 2025 Southern Stars Awards.
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Social Committee shines on a night to remember

Every retirement village needs a strong, active social calendar. Pearl Retirement Resort’s recent Greek Night truly exemplified this spirit, thanks to the Social Committee.
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The top 10 things you need to know about aged care reform

From 1 November the new Aged Care Act is in effect, bringing reform to all aged care services. We've compiled a list of important things to know about what has changed.
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A ruby anniversary for the St Thomas Community Retirement Village

The St Thomas Community Retirement Village in Melbourne held a special lunch event for its 40th birthday, bringing the community together in celebration.
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Lifestyle, lovely people, luscious gardens and a lake

The Mornington Retirement Village offers a relaxed lakeside lifestyle in the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.
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Meet Ian Lyon Sales Consultant, The Mornington

Meet Ian Lyon, Sales Consultant At The Mornington Retirement Village
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Pearl continues to develop into a thriving community

The extension of Pearl Supported Care in Darwin is continuing to grow from the ground up.
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A little time apart means being able to spend longer living together

John’s life at home with his wife Ros is made possible through a range of services that support wellbeing for both of them.
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Pooraka’s jet-setting gent

Brian, a resident of Pooraka Retirement Living, who recently fulfilled a lifelong dream.
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Musical volunteer makes our residents’ hearts sing

Taking into account the requests from residents and staff and the classical pieces he has thrown into the mix, Mamoru has played over 200 songs in the past year.
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The Southern Stars Awards 2025 finalists are here!

Read the list of our 2025 Southern Stars Awards finalists, who are going above and beyond to be the difference in our community.
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Hand therapy: supporting dexterity and function

At Southern Cross Care, we provide group and individual hand therapy to work towards your hand goals, whether it be to increase grip strength, movement, dexterity or manage pain.