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Sunset DrinkiesGemLife Residents Volunteer

Talking Pets:Kobie Takes the Biscuit

Resident Spotlight: David’s Commonwealth Bus Marathon

Glenys Lowry Sales Manager 0436 010 495

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Liz Millroy Sales Consultant 0437 169 379

Michelle Rochow Sales Consultant 0447 411 691

Samantha Lingham Sales Administration Officer 07 3477 8000

Issue 14 | May 2018

Bribie GemTHE

Director’s MessageWelcome to our May newsletter! If you haven’t heard the news already – Stage Two has been released! We have people clamouring for a spot already – so we are not exaggerating when we say that you’ll have to get in quick or you could miss out.

In this month’s newsletter, there’s plenty to get excited about – from the social scene at GemLife to the rapidly progressing construction updates that are coming on leaps and bounds.

Make sure you pop into the Sales Office soon to meet our team if you haven’t already. We’d be happy to arrange a tour around our fantastic display homes and the forthcoming facilities.

Yours sincerely,

Adrian Puljich Director & CEO of GemLife

Sales Manager’s Message

Sales are progressing very quickly and we are now the fastest selling over 50s resort in Queensland. Bribie Island is definitely the place to call home with everything at your fingertips. Come and speak to the Sales Team and have a tour of our beautiful displays.

Our facilities are on track and going to be absolutely amazing. The covered bowling green and workshop area is something our current residents are looking forward to. The resort bus is available and being used for resident outings and weekly shopping trips. Become a resident bus driver by completing a declaration and giving us a copy of your drivers’ license.

Stage One is really starting to make shape with new gardens and lots of homes being completed, it really is looking like a five-star resort. We will have 50 homes occupied by the beginning of May. These residents are already having lots of fun meeting each other and Happy Hours are very popular on a weekly basis.

Glenys Lowry Sales Manager

Offering the brand new Coral design, this soon to be built stock home is available to purchase now.

With perfect placement, right across the road from a landscaped garden area with visitor parking this home offers convenience and beauty all rolled into one. It boasts three bedrooms, two bathrooms, ducted air-conditioning, plus a study alcove and double garage.

To view our stunning range of homes, call 1800 193 177 or email: [email protected] for more information.

Coral: $452,000

HOME FOR SALE

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A group of our Bribie Island Gems recently went to the Volunteer Marine Rescue Base (VMR) on the Island for their end of month Sunset Drinks.

It was a big night, according to resident Dave Nicholls, with the place packed to the brim. With $5 meals, music and cheap drinks there was plenty to enjoy and indulge in.

As Dave said: “Of course, we went in the community bus – an exhausting journey of 3km each way. Being a volunteer organisation, VMR runs raffles on the night, and the big winner was Joan – with first prize of the ham. We brought

it back home with us to GemLife and divided it up amongst the travellers, which resulted in plenty of invitations to various villas for – ham and eggs, ham toasties, ham and pineapple pizza – the list goes on!”

Sunset Drinkies

SOCIAL UPDATE

Avenue Antics!Residents are always finding an excuse for a get together on Amber Avenue!

One of the greatest things we offer at GemLife is the opportunity to have a day out, without having to travel anywhere! Our state of the art championship bowling green will do just that.

With six rinks, you won’t have to bother paying expensive membership fees or travelling to other clubs. Maybe you’d like to get a bowling team

together and take it all very seriously or perhaps just enjoy a casual game with a beer – the choice is yours! Located just behind the five-star country club at the heart of the resort, we have gone to great lengths to provide a quality experience through the use of needle punch synthetic grass that is used by champions

around the world. We have used the best of the best equipment to ensure no divots and excellent longevity. The 917sqm bowling green will allow you to live the dream – just a few steps from your front door.

If you’d like to learn more about the facilities that we offer, contact our Sales Team on: 1800 193 177.

Bowl your way to glory!

FEATURED FACILITY

The girls underneath the Sunset Drinks sign with Joan holding the prized ham – of course with wine glasses in hand.

SOCIAL UPDATE


CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Stage Two: Full Steam Ahead!

Clockwise from top: 1 Stage Two is ready and raring to go! 2 It’s resort-style living at GemLife, Bribie Island. 3 Solar panelling installation. 4 Slabs continue to be poured at the resort. Which lucky resident does this belong to? 5 The country club is making great progress. 6 The GemLife workshop is nearing completion. 7 The covered championship-sized bowling green is well on its way!

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Well sometimes retirement isn’t quite retirement...

Prior to moving into GemLife Bribie Island, I worked (if you call it that) for Down Under Tours, Cairns, driving tourist coaches around the tropical far north of Australia, transporting day tourists and tour groups to and from the various wonders of that area. Having settled into GemLife, I thought my coach driving days were over, but no. Down Under Tours contacted me regarding their commitment of four coaches and six drivers to the Commonwealth Games being held on the Gold Coast. This commitment was part of the Australia wide commitment of 800 coaches and 1100 drivers needed for the Games transport being organised by GamesLinq.

So from 4th to 12th April I surrendered my slow paced lifestyle, packed a bag and headed down to the Denning coach factory at Acacia Ridge, Brisbane. Down Under Tours had ordered a new Denning 53 seat coach, value $680,000, and asked me to pick it up in Brisbane

then head down to the Gold Coast for the Games. This made their 13th Denning and driving out of the factory the coach had 120km on the clock and all I was thinking was “don’t ding it” having not driven a coach since July the previous year. The good news: I drove it all the time I was down at the Games, and didn’t “ding it”.

Apart from an initial glitch in our accommodation, things went well. We drivers were accommodated at Biggera Waters with our coaches (and hundreds of others) housed at Upper Coomera. Down Under Tours’ duty was the Beach Volleyball at Coolangatta, transporting spectators to and from the event, linking in with ‘Park n Ride’ facilities and Varsity Lakes train station. So our role was pretty simple and after some ‘dry’ runs over the various routes we had no real problems. Well, I did have a problem one day. Coming from Varsity Lakes with passengers there was a serious accident on the M1 access road and the police were turning vehicles around. That’s fine for cars, but it took an eight-point turn to get the coach around. I told the policeman who was turning us around that I wasn’t from the area and asked how I could get back on the M1. His response: “I’m not from here either mate”. So I figured, head east and finally we would reach the coast. Luckily, there were a couple of local passengers acted as navigators and fortunately, we found the highway at Burleigh Heads.

Taking spectators to the Beach Volleyball was fun. One of our pickup points was a

‘Park n Ride’ area at the northern edge of Coolangatta airport. In daylight and once loaded with passengers I would then announce that we should be around at the airport proper in about ten minutes for them to be measured for their parachutes prior to their skydiving adventure. Quite a few puzzled faces, but it got their attention and assured they listened to the information provided as we pulled into Coolangatta.

Coolangatta was buzzing for the whole week. The volleyball venue was right on the beach, so there was a constant crowd both at the venue and also the cafes and restaurants along the beachfront. Police and security everywhere, but it was all good humour and behaviour from everyone. Having some roads blocked off to allow exclusive use by Games vehicles helped greatly and we could get in and out of Coolangatta with ease.

Arriving home I felt “jet lagged” and the first night back in my own bed was bliss. Some of my shifts finished late so by the time you parked the coach at the depot, caught the shuttle bus back to the accommodation, it was gone 1am more often than not and my room mate was mainly on day shift and getting up at 5am. It was a once in a lifetime experience and I can now wind back to retirement at GemLife, Bribie Island – until the next phone call!

David Nicholls GemLife Bribie Island

GemLife’s David Nicholls and his Commonwealth Games Marathon

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT


Carrot andCoriander soup

FOODIE FUN

INGREDIENTS:

· 1 tbsp. vegetable oil · 1 onion, chopped · 1 tsp. ground coriander · 1 potato, chopped

· 450g carrots, peeled and chopped

· 1.2L vegetable or chicken stock · Handful of fresh coriander

METHOD:

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan.2. Add the onion, then fry for 5 minutes until softened.3. Stir in the ground coriander and potato, then cook

for 1 minute. 4. Add the carrots and stock, bring to the boil, then reduce heat.5. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until the carrots are tender. 6. Tip contents into a food processor, along with the

fresh coriander.7. Blitz until smooth (you may need to do this in two batches). 8. Return to the pan, taste and season as necessary. 9. Reheat to serve.

If you have a family recipe that you’d love to share with us – send it through to the Editor at: [email protected]

Healthy and delicious? Surely, it’s not true?! Indeed, it is. This superb soup will warm the cockles of your heart on these cool winter evenings. The jury is out on coriander as roughly 15% of the population actively dislike its flavour – but if you’re one of the lucky 85% – then this recipe is for you!

Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Equipment: Food processor or stick blender

Pair with some fresh, crusty

bread to be extra satisfied and

sleepy after eating.

Chef 's Top Tips

Keeping up to date with our residents is very important here at GemLife Bribie Island. As a pet friendly resort, we see our animals as part of the family – so in this section of our newsletter, we catch up with our hairier residents.

Kobie is a strong, independent dog – who don’t need no owner! He decided to write in himself for this bio:

Hi there, great to have the opportunity to introduce myself to you all. My name is Kobie, and I have just turned 11 years old. I live at GemLife Bribie Island and I would like to tell you about my life here

with my folks, Sally and Bevan – which is really great! All the dogs I have met are friendly, fun and the people are pretty nice too and welcome me into their social circles.

I may only have one eye, but the nickname “Houdini: my dear pinned on me is, I have to say, somewhat accurate. I have powers which allow me to disappear from view in the wink of a human eye, so I can investigate the many comings and goings around here. So much to sniff, trees to water and places to explore!

Red Beach, Bribie Island is my favourite place. I can explore in amongst the sand dunes, race into the water for a

TALKING PETS

Kobie6 The Bribie Gem 9 Dux Drive, Bongaree, Bribie Island Qld 4507 1800 193 177 | www.gemlife.com.au 7Issue 14 – May 2018

Wool Cardigan Dog Coat

GEMLIFE’S ‘HOW TO’ GUIDES

With the winter months moving in thick and fast, don’t forget about your hairier friends who might need a little extra TLC. Transform an old wool cardigan into a charming dog coat – your best friend will enjoy the extra warmth and the fabulous fashion statement.

MATERIALS: · Felted cardigan · Scissors · Tailor’s chalk · Sewing pins · Sewing machine · Thread · Blunt-ended tapestry needle · Black wool yarn · Pearl or crystal beads (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:1. Before making the coat, measure

your dog to make sure the felted cardigan is big enough to be cut down to fit. Turn cardigan inside out.

2. Mark sweater with tailor’s chalk in two places: 1) In a straight line from the underarm, and perpendicular to the sleeve seam, so that the sleeve forms a cap. 2) Right above the ribs of the cuff (save cuffs). Cut where marked.

3. Put cardigan on dog, inside out.

4. Pin a dart from the neck down the shoulder and onto the cap sleeve. (This reduces the width of the armhole.) You may need to remove 1.5 to 3.5 inches of knitted fabric. Pin along dog’s chest and stomach, taking up most of the excess knitted fabric.

5. Carefully remove cardigan from the dog. On a sewing machine, stitch

down where pinned (along shoulder and back of cardigan), and then trim the excess.

6. Slip the cuff inside the end of the sleeve and sew the cuff on, using a tapestry needle with a blunt end, black wool yarn, and decorative running stitches.

7. For added decorative detail, sew pearls or crystals to the neck along the base of the neck ribbing, starting at the button band. For decorative effect, make one running stitch in between each pearl.

swim and meet and greet other dogs. So much fun! I love swimming in the GemLife Lake too. For some reason, I don’t seem to be very popular when I arrive home wet and sandy…

If you see me around, please say “gidday” and my little tail will wag with delight.

Lots of love,

Kobie GemLife Bribie Island is a pet friendly resort that promotes active lifestyles and welcoming communities. If you would like more information, contact: Glenys on: 1800 193 177 or email: [email protected]


Ladies Movie Night – Life of the PartyThursday 10 May, 6:15pm-9:15pmBribie Twin Theatre, Bribie IslandBring your gal-pals and have a laugh with this special movie night just for the ladies. Watch the hysterical Melissa McCarthy in this hilarious screening of ‘Life of the Party’, where ol school meets new life.

French Film FestivalTuesday 8 May, 7pm onwardsBig Screen Cinemas CaloundraThe Sunshine Coast Film Festival is a week-end long cultural event organised by the Alliance Francaise de la Sunshine Coast. This year, the festival will screen a total of seven screenings in three locations: Noosa, Nambour and Caloundra. All films will have English subtitles.

Regency BallSaturday 12 May, 7:00pm-9:30pmAbbey Museum, CabooltureLady Edith invites you to a private ball at Assembly Rooms at the College of St Michael. Come and enjoy and amiable and diverting evening of music, dance, engaging conversation and card games. A light, but sumptuous supper will also be provided for your dining pleasure.

Mother’s Day at Sandstone Point HotelSunday 13 May, 7:30am-2:30pmSandstone Point Hotel, Sandstone PointBe spoiled or spoil your mum this Mother’s Day! Spend breakfast or lunch in the gorgeous Pumicestone Room surrounded by magnificent views of the Passage water front and the bridge. Capture your Mother’s Day moments in the FREE photo booth! Bookings are essential.

Noosa Food & Wine Festival VillageSaturday 19 May, 12pm onwardsLions Park, Noosa HeadsThe heart of the Noosa Food and Wine is the Festival Village. Your pass gives you exclusive access to live cooking demonstrations, music, the Pimm’s Garden Party, the Chef’s Skills Table and so much more.

What’s On May

Murrumba Downs Teddy Bears’ PicnicWednesday 23 May, 9am-12pmJohn Oxley Reserve, Murrumba DownsEveryone is welcome to this event! Come and visit the renowned rescue for a family-friendly day. Feed the calves, take photos and enjoy the scenery of the stunning Glass House Mountains. Timing is strict!

Tyres & Tunes Classic Car Show 2018Sunday 27 May, 10:00am-5:00pmBeachmere Hotel, BeachmereCalling all classic car lovers! Beachmere Hotel invites you to the Tyres and Tunes Classic Car Show. Indulge in a sausage sizzle, a raffle and live music starting from 12pm. This annual fundraising event for Beachmere Junior Rugby Club will have something for everyone.

Display Homes Open 7 Days – 9 Dux Drive, Bongaree, Bribie Island Qld 4507

1800 193 177 | www.gemlife.com.au

BREAKFAST $30 | LUNCH $60

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