Latest News from Cranbrook Residences

Golf Path officially opens

It was with great pleasure to officially open the path from Cranbrook Residences to Castle Hill Country Club. The path was officially opened by Campbell Meldrum – Executive Director Cranbrook Care and Charles Behrens – President Castle Hill Country Club. Thanks also to other Castle Hill Country Club Board and Team Members, Tony Cruise – Captain, Duncan Walker – General Manager and Mitch Brooks – Course Superintendent. Our residents have the added amenity of a six seater golf buggy to enjoy a direct link from Cranbrook Residences to Castle Hill Country Club to enjoy a meal in the Clubhouse or to enjoy a game of golf. Thank you to all involved in making this happen!

Open For Inspection – Tuesdays at 10am

A Boutique Retirement Lifestyle – See What a Cranbrook Retirement Lifestyle is All About! Tuesdays 10.00am – 12 noon, 18 Fairway Drive, Norwest, 2153 No appointment needed. For more information call Frances on 0419 333 427 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.com.au.

LASA RETIREMENT VILLAGE MANAGER OF THE YEAR 2020 FINALIST

We are thrilled to announce our very own Catherine Montgomery has been nominated as a finalist in the LASA Retirement Village Manager of The Year 2020 awards. The LASA (Leading Age Services Australia) Retirement Village Manager of the Year Award aims to promote and recognise excellence across the diverse and dynamic fields of endeavour in the retirement living industry. Congratulations Catherine you truly deserve this nomination.

How to Transition to Retirement Living Seminar

Please join us for an informative talk and morning tea. Hear our guest speakers and see the award-winning Cranbrook Residences. Life in the Hills District – The True state of the property market – Karen DÁngola, The Hills Specialist from Di Jones Real Estate. Downsizing tips – Where to begin – Kristina Duke from Decluttering Diva Thursday 27 February 10am – 12 noon Cranbrook Residences 18 Fairway Drive, Norwest (6 Fairway Drive, Kellyville if you want to find us on Google Maps) Complimentary seminar – Places are Limited Call Frances to RSVP for Dancing on the Deck on 0419 333 427 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.com.au

LET’S DANCE

Bring your dancing shoes and be entertained with hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s, meet our residents and see the award winning Cranbrook Residences. Friday 8 November 5.30PM – 8.30PM Cranbrook Residences 18 Fairway Drive, Norwest (6 Fairway Drive, Kellyville if you want to find us on Google Maps) Complimentary event This event includes live music, refreshments and a tour. Call Frances to RSVP for Dancing on the Deck on 0419 333 427 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.com.au

Wellness as we age

Join us for an informative morning. Thursday 8 August 10am – 12 noon 18 Fairway Drive, Norwest The Foods to Avoid that will Improve your Memory Louise Hallinan, Smart Brain Health Centre Salt Therapy, Helping You to Live, Sleep and Breathe Better Robyn Miller, Salts of the Earth Active Ageing Sanjay Gupta, Physiotherapist Enjoy a complimentary morning tea and take a stroll through the beautifully manicured gardens, view our last few remaining apartments and experience the luxurious retirement lifestyle at Cranbrook Residences. RSVP to Frances contact@cranbrookresidences.com.au

Awarded Australia’s Best Retirement Living Development

Cranbrook Residences is thrilled to be named Australia’s Best Retirement Living Development after winning the Property Council of Australia Innovation & Excellence Award 2019. Managed by the Property Council of Australia, the National Innovation & Excellence Awards is one of the most prestigious property awards programs in Australia, promoting excellence in design and innovation in the built environment since 1982. The Property Council of Australia aims to showcase superior examples of iconic projects in property development and investment across a broad range of sectors and design disciplines. Congratulations to Cranbrook Residences for such a fantastic achievement!

Revel in the Porsche Power

See the Cranbrook Residences driveway transformed into the prestige world of Porsche cars! Porsche Club NSW will display their pride and joy on our driveway. A coffee cart will be onsite, all gate-takings will be donated to Dementia Australia. Bring that inner racing car driver with you and drop in. Sunday 26th May 10am – 12pm Cranbrook Residences 18 Fairway Drive, Norwest (6 Fairway Drive, Kellyville if you want to find us on Google Maps) Entry – $5 donation to Dementia Australia (children under 12 free) Morning tea available Rain or shine No bookings required If you have any questions about Cars & Coffee please contact Frances on contact@cranbrookresidences.com.u or call 0419 333 427.

Downsizing Seminar – 18 September

Moving out of your family home can be a daunting experience, task and a challenge! Our downsizing expert, Pip Archer from Simply Downsize will provide expert advice on making a plan to downsize, getting your home “sale ready” and top tips for decluttering. Pip will offer important tips on how to make the transition from house to apartment living a smooth one. Please join us for an informative talk and morning tea. Tuesday 18th September, 10.30am -12.30pm Cranbrook Residences’ Café Simply Downsize – Pip Archer www.simplydownsize.com.au To rsvp please call Robyn on 0419 333 427 or Sally on 0438 175 233 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test

Finalist in the Urban Developer Awards 2018

Cranbrook Residences has been shortlisted as a Finalist in the inaugural Urban Developer Awards, in the category, Development of the Year – Retirement, Aged Care and Seniors Living. The Awards provide a platform for the The Urban Developer to celebrate leadership and success in the industry, and showcase the people, programs, places and projects that are positively shaping our cities.

Finalist in the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) NSW Awards for Excellence in Retirement Living 2018

Cranbrook Residences was proud to be a finalist in the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) NSW Awards for Excellence in Retirement Living 2018. This award recognises developments that pay particular attention to the needs of residents, primarily active retirees 55 years of age and older. The awards, which were announced on 3 August acknowledge developments with a high standard of overall design, create a sense of place, and have regard for an energy and water efficient lifestyle.

Cranbrook’s Crooner Collection

Join us for an afternoon of song – a Crooner Collection. Enjoy an afternoon of Crooner favourites, a warming light lunch, meet our residents, take a tour and a see what Cranbrook Retirement Lifestyle is all about! Tuesday 10 July, 12.30PM – 2.30PM 18 Fairway Drive, Kellyville RSVP for Cranbrook’s Crooner Collection Call us on 0419 333 427 or 0438 175 233 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test

David Elliott Visits Cranbrook Residences

Recently, on Friday 4 May, we received a visit from our Local Member of Parliament, The Honourable David Elliott. David shared his passion for our local area, discussing the important changes he has made. The residents enjoyed listening to David speak about how he continues to lobby to improve the services, facilities and amenities in The Hills Area.

Weekly Yoga Sessions

Come and join in the fun with our Weekly Yoga Sessions, with instructor Shannon from our Reflections Wellness Centre, held every Monday at 10am. This is a great opportunity to join a weekly class and enjoy the leisure and lifestyle options that Cranbrook Residences has to offer!

7 News Visited Cranbrook Residences

We were delighted to welcome 7 News to Cranbrook Residences. See the full story below! https://www.facebook.com/7NewsMelbourne/videos/10156336493679301/

JAZZ BY THE POND

Join us for Jazz by our beautiful Pond! Enjoy an evening of Jazz by the Pond, meet our residents and see what a Cranbrook lifestyle is all about. The event is Tuesday 27 March, 5.30pm. The event includes Jazz entertainment, refreshments and a tour. To RSVP and register for this event please contact Julie on 0419 333 427 or Sally on 0438 175 233 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test

The Northern Sydney and Central Coast Retirement Village Expo

Come and visit our Northern Sydney and Central Coast Retirement Village Expo. This will be a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and gather information! When: Sunday 18th & Monday 19th March 2018 (10am to 3pm both days) Where: Hornsby RSL Club, 4 High Street, Hornsby, New South Wales, 2077 Parking: Hornsby RSL provides free undercover parking to members and guests. The carpark can be accessed via William Street, Hornsby. Cost: Free Admission For more information or for more opportunities like this, come visit us here at Cranbrook Residences.

Final Stage of Cranbrook Residences Complete

Amid much excitement, the second stage of Cranbrook Residences Bella Vista has been completed and is now ready to welcome eager residents from the beginning of November to its vibrant, growing community in a picturesque setting overlooking the championship Castle Hill Country Club. With the development’s Stage One residents settled in and enjoying the idyllic locale, premium quality accommodation and extensive on-site lifestyle facilities, Cranbrook Care CEO Kerry Mann expressed her delight at reaching this next milestone at Cranbrook Residences, which is setting a new benchmark for seniors’ living. The completion of Stage Two adds 26 beautifully-appointed purpose-built one, two and three-bedroom residences, as well as a cinema, multi-purpose arts and crafts room and a well-stocked library featuring a mix of classics and contemporary fiction.

Opening Night

Construction of Cranbrook Residences is now complete and we are excited to celebrate! Our sort after one, two, two plus study and three bedroom apartments and our library, cinema and fitness centre are now here. All overlooking the tranquil pond and sensational golf course! Please join us for a dazzling complimentary evening of tantalising tapas and thirst quenching sangria in our Café and Bar. Bring a friend, enjoy the entertainment while the sun sets over the pond, meet our residents and take a tour of this extraordinary lifestyle and residences. THURSDAY 9 NOVEMBER 5.30 – 7.30pm CRANBROOK RESIDENCES CAFÉ & BAR 18 FAIRWAY DRIVE, KELLYVILLE (6 Fairway Drive on Google Maps) Please RSVP to Joanne on 0419 333 427 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test. Parking is available on Fairway Drive.

Hills Council Free Seniors Seminars

This seminar series, proudly supported by Cranbrook Residences, will provide you with tips and tricks about heading into your next stage of life. Seminars enable you to learn from the experts and to ask lots of questions. All courses are held at The Hills Shire Council. For bookings head to Council’s website and search for Kick Start in the search box. Click here for further information Click here to book Enter Kick Start in the search box.

Stage One Opens

Cranbrook Residences is delighted to welcome its first residents who moved into their luxurious apartments today. These residents are the first of many moving in the coming weeks. It’s lovely seeing residents setting up their homes and meeting their neighbours. The Cafe is now open for residents to meet up with family and friends for a coffee and a bite to eat. As residents settle in over the coming weeks there will be plenty of activities and social events for this growing community.

New Display Apartment Open for Viewings

With the opening of Cranbrook Residences Stage One just a few months away, we have opened a new Display Apartment for viewing. The two bedrooms plus study apartment with two bathrooms overlooks the spectacular Castle Hill Country Club golf course. With a great study nook and spacious bathrooms, this apartment demonstrates the quality design and finishes of this beautiful retirement lifestyle. The open-plan kitchen with living and dining areas flow onto the generous balcony with views. Full width oak timber flooring, Caesarstone benchtop, custom built joinery and Miele appliances are all on show. The bathrooms showcase the custom-built joinery, underfloor heating, Caesarstone vanity tops, imported stone tiles and walk-in showers. The main ensuite features double basins, and stand-alone baths for added luxury. Over 40 new residents will be moving in when Stage One is complete in mid-July 2017 and Stage Two, which consists of 26 apartments, is due for completion at the end of September 2017. To arrange a personal visit to our Display Apartment, please phone Joanne Boik on 0419 333 427 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test.

Reflections Wellness Centre Opens

Cranbrook Care, has opened its Reflections Wellness Centre offering a range of health and wellbeing services to its aged care residents and soon to be retirement living residents at Cranbrook Residences. Commenting on the opening of Reflections, Ms Kerry Mann, CEO, Cranbrook Care, said: “At Cranbrook Care we strive to enrich the lives of older Australians using a unique, age-specific approach. Reflections Wellness Centre is a prime example of this.” “Reflections is the place where our residents can – either for enjoyment or as part of a personally devised fitness and rehabilitation program – use the hydrotherapy pool, consultation suite and a gym with premium, age-specific exercise equipment which has been imported from Finland,” Ms Mann added.

Downsize with Style Seminar

Cranbrook Residences invites you to a motivational morning to take on the downsizing challenge and style your new home with pizazz. Our Downsizing Expert, Lorraine Cox will give you ideas on how to get into the downsizing mind set and our Interior Designer, Robyn Hawke will give you some styling tips for you new home. Please join us for an informative morning: Tuesday 27 September 2016 10.00am – 12.00pm Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive Baulkham Hills Please book your place early to avoid disappointment by emailing Joanne Boik at contact@cranbrookresidences.test or calling 02 9672 6866.

Cranbrook Residences Releases Stage 2

With Stage One of Cranbrook Residences set for completion in early 2017, Cranbrook Care has announced the second and final release of 26 beautifully-appointed purpose-built apartments including a mix of one, two and three bedroom residences. CEO of Cranbrook Care, Ms Kerry Mann, said Cranbrook Residences, which launched late last year with a ground breaking officiated by 2GB’s Alan Jones, has been warmly welcomed by both the local community and interested retirees seeking low-maintenance, lifestyle-rich living options. “What we are creating is more than luxurious, low-maintenance residences – although they certainly are this. We are creating a community that prioritises lifestyle-enrichment and engagement, and we have received an excellent response to this from local Hills retirees, with the first wave of our soon-to-be residents coming mostly from suburbs in Sydney’s North West,” said Ms Kerry Mann. For information about the second and final release at Cranbrook Residences, contact Joanne Boik on 02 9672 6866, email contact@cranbrookresidences.test or drop into our Display Suite at 6 Fairway Drive, Kellyville.

Construction Update

Soon to be residents of Cranbrook Residences met up for drinks and a construction update in the Display Suite with Campbell Meldrum, Executive Director. Our residents enjoyed the opportunity to meet other residents over a few drinks.

STAGE 1 DUE FOR COMPLETION EARLY 2017

Rain rain go away! Construction and rain have never been friends, however the team at ADCO Construction are still full steam ahead with Stage 1 of Cranbrook Residences due for completion in early 2017. The neighbouring aged care residence will be opening in just a few months time. Building One, apartments 101 to 109 (pictured) is leading the charge! The slab has been poured for the first floor. The formwork for the first floor of Building Two, apartments 201 to 208 is constructed and hot on the heels of Building One. Building Three, apartments 301 to 307 officially has a ground floor! Formwork is complete for the structural walls to the ground level from the basement level. Building Three will also be home to the Café and Reception area. If you have visited the display suite recently, you will have noticed the pond has been drained and cleared of all material. The pond is currently being re-profiled and will be 3m deep in the central areas when the works are completed. The works also involve landscaping around the pond and the installation of two water movement devices to move the water around the pond area. It is envisaged that these works will be completed by October/November 2016 and the pond will be refilled with water. New street lights on Fairway Drive have been installed and the […]

Looking for Health & Wellbeing in Retirement?

Cranbrook Residences invites you to an inspirational morning for the mind and body. Our leading physiotherapist will motivate you to keep active in retirement and a representative from Alzheimer’s Australia will show you how you can look after your brain health. Please join us for an active morning for the mind and body: Tuesday 26 July 2016 10.00am – 12.00pm Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hills Please book your place early to avoid disappointment by emailing Joanne Boik at contact@cranbrookresidences.test or call 0419 333 427 by Friday 23 July. Parking is available onsite and light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you there!

Active Retirement Living Information Session

Castle Hill Country Club golf course played host to our first Active Retirement Living Information Session. Eric Hiam, Financial Adviser at Balance Financial Solutions presented an informative update on financial considerations when retiring and Barry White from First National Dural provided tips on a successful sale. Attendees enjoyed the panoramic views of the golf course and a tour of the display suite after.

NSW Seniors Festival Sponsorship

Cranbrook Residences joined in the Seniors Festival celebrations in April by sponsoring one of The Hills Shire Council’s Seniors Festival Events at Castle Towers. Local seniors came together to watch the movie “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2” and were greeted by the Cranbrook Residences team armed with chocolates and a smile.

Castle Hill Country Club Mens Pro Am

Cranbrook Residences was proud to sponsor the Castle Hill Country Club Men’s Pro Am on 21 & 22 March 2016. Players braved the rain, sheltering under our marque on the 7th hole. Three of our residents had the opportunity to play a round of golf with one of the professionals on the day.

Stage 1 Construction Well Underway

With construction now well underway at Cranbrook Residences, Stage 1, residents were excited this month to meet in the display suite for a catch up drink, check up on the construction site and to get an update on progress to date. Cranbrook Care is confident at this stage that construction will be complete by the end of first quarter 2017, with the roof to Building 1 expected to be on by the end of July, Building 2 by August and Building 3 by September 2016. Campbell Meldrum, Executive Director at Cranbrook Care, said that unless there were factors beyond their control, the completion of Stage 1 is scheduled for end of March 2017. Campbell also gave residents a sneak peek at the sketches and finishes for the reception area, cafe, library, multi-purpose room, arts room, cinema, fitness centre and lift lobbies as they enter the final stages of design development. Residents were excited to set eyes on the finishes boards and gain a better understanding how some of the services and facilities will work throughout the residences such as the security setup, basement area layouts and operation of the café and kitchen areas. With the buildings taking shape over the next few months, we will continue to provide updates to residents at each stage of the construction process.

Catch Up Drinks

Residents and friends gathered at the display suite for a pre-Easter catch up and hear the latest on construction of Cranbrook Residences from Campbell Meldrum, Executive Director. They were also given a sneak peak at the sketches and finishes for the reception, cafe, library and fitness centre as they enter the final stage of design development.

Castle Hill Country Club Ladies Pro Am

Cranbrook Residences was proud to sponsor the Castle Hill Country Club Ladies Pro Am on 18 & 19 January 2016. Players stopped by our marque on the 7th hole for a cool refreshment and a chat. Three of our residents had the opportunity to play a round of golf with one of the professionals which was followed by a lunch and an evening cocktail party.

Celebrating Christmas

Cranbrook Residences’ residents and friends got together to celebrate Christmas 2015 with a night out at Castle Hill Bowling Club which was followed by a seafood dinner. The display suite also played host to Christmas Drinks with a presentation by Lorraine Cox from Downsizing with Ease. Lorraine emphasised the importance of starting early with the decluttering process and gave soon to be residents great tips on how to achieve this.

Epping Retirement Expo

Cranbrook Residences is thrilled to attend the Epping Retirement Expo on 18 & 19 October. If you are dropping into the Expo, come and visit us at our stand. We can answer any questions you have about Cranbrook Residences, organise a time to visit our new display suite and get to meet the people behind it all. Epping Retirement Expo Sunday 18 October & Monday 19 October 10am-3pm both days The Epping Club Rawson Street, Epping Admission is free.

Castle Hill Country Club Charity Golf Day

Cranbrook Residences was proud to sponsor the 2015 Parker Hannifin Charity Golf Day at Castle Hill Country Club to raise funds for Men’s Health. With a Cranbrook Residences marque on the 7th hole, participants of the event enjoyed a light refreshment and a chat with Cranbrook Residences representatives. There was a team of resident golfers that took part in the event, enjoying the view of the building site from the ‘other side’. After the round of golf, residents enjoyed a dinner at the Clubhouse with other participants.

Cranbrook Residences Display Suite Opens

Cranbrook Residences is excited to announce its Display Suite has opened and we have commenced tours of this luxurious and sophisticated space. This large Display Suite complete with kitchen, living, dining and bathroom is sure to impress potential residents. Just as impressive is the view, overlooking the stunning Castle Hill Country Club Golf Course. To organise a time to visit the Display Suite please contact Joanne Boik on 02 9672 6866 or email contact@cranbrookresidences.test.

The Hills District Retirement Expo

Come and meet us at our stand at The Hills District Retirement Expo at the Castle Hill RSL, 77 Castle Street, Castle Hill, on Sunday 19 July & Monday 20 July. The Expo is open 10am-3pm both days and admission is free.

Call Catherine on 0419 333 427