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"A big family home needed money spent on it. We needed a new kitchen and we needed a new en suite; it was going to cost us $80,000 to $90,000. Being Scottish, having to spend this money was one of the major deciding factors for us looking at a retirement village.
Spectacular is not a word one usually associates with village communities, but Southern Cross Lynbrook easily delivers on this label. Its quality of design, maximum six star energy rating and stunning clubhouse, complemented by an impressive residential aged care facility adjacent.
Health had become an issue for Ray and Val. After his long career working with dairy farmers across Victoria and Tasmania, they chose to move to Meadowvale. And they love it, Ray stating: "I keep telling people - while you have good health, go and enjoy life!"
"My mum and dad used to bring us to Casula for picnics; it was a nice day out from where we lived in Bexley which was half an hour away by car. Of course, it was real countryside then, lots of market gardens and fields.
"We appreciate the village ownership structure. Our interests are protected, but if there is a problem this can be passed to management for such action as may be necessary. The caring and professional attitude of management and staff confirms our decision to move to The Arbour."
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