Banksia Grove Village

6 The Cove Dr, Fullerton Cove NSW 2318, Australia

The Cove Village is an over-55s retirement resort at Fullerton Cove, NSW, situated between the Hunter River and Stockton Beach, approximately 15 minutes north of Newcastle. It operates under Community Title, meaning residents own their home and land outright with no exit fees. The architecturally designed homes feature 9-foot ceilings, ducted air conditioning, gourmet kitchens with stone benchtops, and master bedrooms with ensuites and garages. Resort-style facilities include a full-size tennis court, bowling green, indoor heated pool and spa, gym, theatrette, billiards room, library, craft room, bar lounge, dining areas, and a men's shed. Properties currently listed for sale range from $1,050,000 to $1,400,000.

92 Masonite Rd, Tomago NSW 2295, Australia

This service offers comprehensive in-home care and support for older adults in the Newcastle region, focusing on helping individuals maintain their independence and preferred lifestyle within their own homes. They provide a wide array of services, including personal care, household assistance, meal preparation, and garden maintenance. Nursing support for wound care and diabetes management is available, alongside allied health services like physiotherapy and occupational therapy. The team also offers tailored dementia care and in-home respite options, striving to provide consistent carers and support for social engagement and medical appointments.

34 Western Rd, Medowie NSW 2318, Australia

Blueheath is an independent retirement village located in Port Stephens, New South Wales, developed and operated by Principle Living. The community comprises up to 112 free-standing homes across several stages, with the final stage currently under construction and homes priced from $740,000. It was recognised as a 2025 finalist in both the UDIA and Property Council awards. Residents enjoy access to a Clubhouse with regular social activities including weekly Friday Happy Hours. No residential aged care or nursing services are offered.

Blueheath At The Bower, 34 Western Rd, Medowie NSW 2318, Australia

Principle Living is a Hunter-based developer and operator of retirement villages and land lease communities across the Hunter region of NSW. Their established community, Blueheath at Medowie, is a retirement village of up to 112 residences with homes priced from $740,000 to $905,000, featuring a clubhouse, heated indoor pool, bowling green, gym, and an active social calendar. The Hermitage is a masterplanned land lease community for active over-55s in Cessnock, with move-in expected in 2027 and amenities including a golf course, indoor pool, pickleball courts, and wellness gym. Additional communities include The Darcy in Rutherford (160 homes, pre-construction) and The Apperly at Newcastle Golf Club in Fern Bay. All residents have access to MyRetirement services covering concierge support, wellbeing coordination, care navigation, and move-in management.

30 Alma St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324, Australia

This service provides comprehensive in-home care, community nursing, and palliative support for older Australians and individuals with disabilities across Sydney, the Central Coast, and the Hunter Region. The approach is deeply personal, aiming to help people maintain their independence and dignity by receiving care in the comfort of their own homes. Founded by a registered nurse, the service was inspired by a family member's desire to age at home, shaping a culture of compassionate and tailored support. They offer professional nursing care, including complex care needs, delivered by experienced staff directly to clients' residences. The team focuses on empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives, working closely with families and other agencies to ensure well-being.

15 Sturgeon St N, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324, Australia

Raymond Terrace Gardens Care Community is an Opal HealthCare facility located on the Hunter River just north of Newcastle, NSW, set amongst lush tropical gardens with spacious indoor and outdoor living areas. It offers residential aged care, palliative care, dementia care, and respite care, with 24/7 registered nurses providing personalised support. The facility includes a dedicated memory care neighbourhood custom-designed for residents living with dementia. Amenities include a barista café, hairdressing salon, chapel, alfresco dining area with BBQs, and an edible kitchen garden maintained by residents. Customer satisfaction sits at 97.7% from 483 survey responses, with a recommendation score of 4.6 out of 5.