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Truganina - Palm Lake Resort
Truganina.                                                                              DEC-JAN 2020

Pictured above, check out some of our lovely Palm Lake Resort Truganina ladies who got frocked up for the resort’s recent Melbourne Cup festivities.

Will 2020 be                                                            WITH THE FESTIVE SEASON UPON US, IT WON’T BE LONG

your year?
                                                                        UNTIL YOU’RE MAKING YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS.
                                                                        MAYBE IT’S THE PERFECT TIME FOR A CHANGE OF SCENERY
                                                                        - AND WE KNOW JUST THE PLACE FOR YOU!

It doesn’t matter which residents of the             part of a community. It’s true - bricks             few. And what is impressive is that
two dozen or so Palm Lake Resorts you                and mortar do maketh our award-                     our people genuinely enjoy their time
speak to, over the 40-odd years that                 winning Palm Lake Resort facilities                 together – be that within their own
Palm Lake Group has been developing                  and homes, but it’s the likeminded                  resort communities and across our
these sites, you will always hear stories            communities who congregate here                     locations.
about firm friendships built over the                that maketh these secure gated resorts
fence, over a game of lawn bowls or                  some of the most welcoming places                   With a New Year ahead of us, maybe
over a cold beverage at Happy Hour.                  around. Our real assets are our people.             it’s time for you to join us here at Palm
                                                     And across the Palm Lake Group’s                    Lake Resort Truganina, too? You’ll find
While Palm Lake Resort residents are                 community lifestyle resorts and aged                loads of options inside this newsletter,
encouraged to do as much or as little                caring communities, there are around                on Pages 5-7. We hope to see you
as they please, each resort’s weekly                 11,000 people in total calling a Palm               soon!
activities roster and special events                 Lake Group abode their home. There
calendar is brimming with opportunities              are painters, potters, artisans and
for them to spend time with likeminded               creatives, singers and musicians, sports
neighbours. And herein lies one of the               enthusiasts, travellers and adventure
secrets to authentic happiness – being               seekers among them - just to name a
Truganina - Palm Lake Resort
D E C E M B E R - JA N U A RY E D I T I O N

                                                                                                                    What’s happening.
                                                                                                                                                                                                              OUR LOCAL
                                                                                                                                                                                                              CHRISTMAS
                                                                                                                                                                                                              FESTIVITIES

WELCOME                                                                                                                                                                                                       December 7 (3pm-
                                                                                                                                                                                                              10.30pm), Christmas at
                                                                                                                                                                                                              the Lakes: Don’t miss
Well, it’s here again - the annual festive                                                                                                                                                                    live performances and
season! But we aren’t just starting the                                                                                                                                                                       Christmas carols by local
celebrations here at Palm Lake Resort                                                                                                                                                                         talent and our school
                                                                                                                                                                                                              children at Breezewater
Truganina - we’ve been in celebration mode
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Reserve, Sanctuary Lakes.
for months already! Melbourne Cup was a
                                                                                                                                                                                                              There will also be loads of
great example of this. The Social Club hosted                                                                                                                                                                 entertainment for the whole
this year’s event in the Clubhouse offering                                                                                                                                                                   family including children’s
a delightful chicken and champagne lunch                                                                                                                                                                      rides and an animal farm,
to guests. The 10 Melbourne Cup sweeps                                                                                                                                                                        food and craft stalls. The
were a great success - we had 10 very happy                                                                                                                                                                   fireworks finale will be held
winners! And there were laughs galore during                                                                                                                                                                  at 9.30pm. Free buses will
the games and events throughout the day.                                                                            KNOWLEDGE IS POWER                                                                        run throughout the event.
As for Fashions on the Field, for the gents, Ian                                                                                                                                                              December 14 (5.30pm-
(Villa 50) won Best Dressed Male in his red                                                                         Palm Lake Resort Truganina’s “Care Group” has organised three very successful             9.45pm), Wyndham Carols
bow tie while our Best Dressed Lady was Pat                                                                         information sessions in the past few months for our residents. A representative           by Candlelight: This annual
(Villa 66). Alice                                                                                                   from Bolton Clarke joined us in the Clubhouse and cinema to present information on        festive Christmas concert
(Villa 4) and Di                                                                                                    various topics to residents. These included:                                              attracts thousands of people
(Villa 33) won                                                                                                      •    Falls prevention: This session included tips on how to prevent falls, information    each year to Werribee Park
Best Hat for                                       WE WILL REMEMBER THEM                                                 on risk factors and exercises we can do in the comfort of our homes which aim        Mansion, K Road, Werribee
                                                                                                                                                                                                              South. This year’s headline
the day, with                                                                                                            to increase strength, mobility and balance.
                                                                                                                                                                                                              act is the one and only,
Grace (Villa                                                                                                        •    Master your mind: This session included information on hearing health and
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Marina Prior. There will be
134, pictured                                      The residents of Palm Lake Resort Truganina hosted a                  recognising the signs of stress. It also introduced mindfulness and techniques to    a range of family-friendly
right) showing                                     lovely tribute on Remembrance Day, November 11, 2019.                 help deal with unhealthy stress.                                                     activities, as well as food
some flare with                                    The tribute took place behind the Clubhouse overlooking          •    Understanding dementia: This session explained what dementia is, its signs           trucks. Gates open at
her homemade                                       Skeleton Creek, by the new memorial which was recently                and symptoms as well as how to reduce the risks and where to go to for support.      5.30pm, pre-show starts at
headwear! A                                        funded and installed by the residents. Pictured below at the     Keep your ear out for more of these valuable on-site information sessions in 2020.        7pm before the main event
fabulous day                                       Remembrance Day event was, from left to right, Geoff (Villa                                                                                                starts at 8pm. Visit www.
was had by all.                                    160), Bob (Villa 198), Stan (Villa 208) and Kevin (Villa 225).                                                                                             wyndhamcarols.org.au
                                                                                                                    DISABILITY CELEBRATED                      SO FRENCHY, SO CHIC                            December 25, Christmas
Wherever you are this Christmas, make                                                                                                                                                                         Lunch at Werribee Zoo: If
                                                                                                                                                                                                              you’re yet to lock in lunch
sure you enjoy time spent with friends and
                                                                                                                    December 6: The International Day of       January 12: This January at Werribee           plans, Werribee Zoo is
family. Stay safe on the roads and make sure
                                                                                                                    People with Disability will acknowledge    Park, Australia’s one-of-a-kind French         hosting a Christmas lunch
you come back refreshed and recharged for                                                                                                                                                                     to remember. Wander the
                                                                                                                    the talents and skills of people           music and culinary festival, So Frenchy
another fabulous year in 2020 here at Palm                                                                                                                                                                    zoo grounds and enjoy the
                                                                                                                    with disability with a free event at       So Chic, returns to bring the newest
Lake Resort!                                                                                                                                                                                                  wonderful atmosphere of
                                                                                                                    Wyndham Civic Centre (4-8pm). There        and most-loved musical acts direct from
                                                                                                                    will be performances, art and craft        France to Melbourne. With exciting new         the animals on this special
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
                                                                                                                                                                                                              day whilst taking advantage
                                                                                                                    stalls, coffee and food stations all by    foodie partners and experiences for
                                                                                                                                                                                                              of the exciting Zoo Keeper
Jo & Troy                                                                                                           people with disability from our local      the entire family, the festival will offer a
                                                                                                                                                                                                              talks and safari ride. Santa
Resort caretakers                                                                                                   community. Grab your family, grab your     sensory destination of a different kind to     will also be there!
                                                                                                                    friends and come along and enjoy this      audiences seeking a Gallic hit of culture
                                                                                                                    wonderful free Wyndham City event.         in the middle of the Australian summer.
Truganina - Palm Lake Resort
RESORT
ACTIVITIES
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MONDAY
9am Gentle exercise
9.30am Bus to shops
10am Stampin’ Up                                                                                                                                                                                                        Villa 74 - $360,000
12 noon Bistro lunch                                                                                                                                                                                                    Location, location, location! This home is
7.30pm Bingo                                                                                                                                                                                                            centrally situated close to the front gate and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Country Club. It consists of two bedrooms
TUESDAY
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        (master leading to a two-way ensuite) and a
9.30am Zumba
6pm Residents’ dinner
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        multipurpose room (third bedroom, study or
7.15pm Line dancing                                                                                                                                                                                                     sewing room?). A high raked ceiling is the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        highlight of the lounge, dining and kitchen
WEDNESDAY                                                                                                                                                                                                               area. Off the dining area is side access to the
9am Aqua aerobics                                                                                                                                                                                                       neat rear yard which includes a vegie patch.
10.30am Yogalates                                                                                                                                                                                                       Features: split system air conditioner, water
2pm Craft Class (social)                                                                                                                                                                                                tank and solar panels.
6pm Residents’ dinner
7.15pm Movie

THURSDAY
                                    Enjoy summer fun
                                    with your family.
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9.30am Tai chi
12 noon Bistro lunch
1.30pm Craft Card group
                                                                                                                          Villa 65 - $375,000
                                    Do you have family members joining you at Palm Lake Resort Truganina for
FRIDAY                                                                                                                    Vendors committed elsewhere and looking for
9am Aqua aerobics                   short stays this summer festive season? Our resort is geared for fun so your
                                    visitors are sure to enjoy their stay! If you’ve never played outdoor chess, it’s     a speedy sale – don’t miss your opportunity to
10.15am Yogalates
2pm Social board games              a fun way to spend time with the little ones, teaching them a game that they          purchase this home which includes most of the
5pm Happy Hour                      can play well into their adult years. You can also borrow the resort bikes to take    furniture – ready to move straight in! Upon entry,
7pm Movie in the theatre            your visitors on a ride around Skeleton Creek - the bikes are free to use (you just   step into the spacious loungeroom, adjacent is the
                                    need to make sure you’ve had a short induction at the caretakers’ office first).      separate dining room and large kitchen. At the rear
SATURDAY                            And don’t forget, there are always the resort pools for a dip, the mini golf green,   of the home are the master bedroom and second
7pm Movie in the theatre            movie cinema and more, all to be enjoyed. The options are endless - and that’s        bedroom leading onto the laundry, bathroom and
                                    just things to do here at our resort!                                                 second toilet. The long single garage includes
SUNDAY                                                                                                                    plenty of storage space. Situated in a great position,
7pm Movie in the theatre                                                                                                  the Country Club is at the end of the street.

GET YOUR ART ON
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When was the last time you
stopped by the Wyndham
Art Gallery? It provides local
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Villa 196 - $445,000
residents and visitors with                                                                                                                                                                                        This beautifully appointed Coonawarra design
an experience of quality                                                                                                                                                                                           home sits on a corner block and is conveniently
contemporary art, showing both                                                                                                                                                                                     situated across from our Bowls Club and a short
professional artists from our
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   stroll to the front gate and the Country Club. The
locality and bringing national
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   north-facing front verandah runs the entire length
and international artists to
Wyndham. Wyndham Art                                                                                                                                                                                               of the home. Upon entry are the open plan living,
Gallery is open Monday to                                                                                                                                                                                          dining and kitchen. Adjacent is the generous study/
Friday, 9am - 4.30pm, and on                                                                                                                                                                                       MPR which can also be used as a third bedroom.
Saturdays and Sundays, 11am                                                                                                                                                                                        The long single garage has plenty of storage.
- 4pm, at 177 Watton Street,
Werribee. It’s another great
option for day trips out with
your visiting family and friends.
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Truganina - Palm Lake Resort
Freecall 1800 686 096

                        Picture yourself here.                                                                                                                                                                                 Email salestruganina@palmlake.com.au
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Villa 186 - $398,000
                                                                          Villa 22 - $370,000
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    This Watervale design features a spacious
                                                                          This lovely villa presents in as-new condition.                                                                                                           open-plan living area, creating a bright, light-
                                                                          Features high raked ceiling upon entry,                                                                                                                   filled interior. Behind the garage is a covered
                                                                          separate large kitchen/dining area, two                                                                                                                   private courtyard with retractable blinds to
                                                                          bedrooms with mirrored robes and two                                                                                                                      give privacy and comfort, looking out onto
                                                                          toilets. Tiled living areas with carpet in the                                                                                                            the extra-large low maintenance rear garden.
                                                                          bedrooms and low maintenance rear yard.                                                                                                                   The MPR could be used as a third bedroom
                                                                          Tandem garage with space for two cars and                                                                                                                 or study. The main bedroom boasts a two-way
                                                                          storage area.                                                                                                                                             walk-through ensuite. The generous, modern
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    kitchen is equipped with stone bench tops.

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Villa 149 - $367,000                                                                                                                                          Villa 105 - $479,000
Beautifully presented Miranda design villa                                                                                                                    Consisting of two bedrooms (the master
with long single garage which incorporates                                                                                                                    bedroom offers ensuite and walk-in robe),
                                                                                                                                                              study, floorboards throughout, ceiling fans in
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plenty of storage space. The high raked
ceiling in the lounge room creates an open                                                                                                                    all rooms and split system air conditioning             OFFER!
feel with an adjacent separate light filled                                                                                                                   in the living room. The outdoor living spaces
dining room and lovely spacious kitchen                                                                                                                       provide the perfect atmosphere to entertain
with large pantry. The two rear bedrooms                                                                                                                      friends and family, including a covered tiled
are carpeted and the bathroom includes                                                                                                                        alfresco area and a second pergola behind
and extra large shower.                                                                                                                                       the garage with built-in barbecue, pizza oven
                                                                                                                                                              and fridge.

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                                                                      Villa 102 - $465,000                                                                                                                                           Villa 40 - $375,000
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     This charming light-filled villa has high raked
                                                                      This lovely Monte Carlo design villa has a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     ceiling upon entry to the open-plan lounge.
                                                                      bright, natural light-filled interior with the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     The spacious dining and kitchen at the rear
                                                                      living, dining and kitchen all leading onto the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     captures the morning sun. Two spacious
                                                                      northerly facing covered private courtyard.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     bedrooms - the master with adjoining two-
                                                                      The generous multipurpose room is an ideal
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     way bathroom and extra large shower. The
                                                                      quiet retreat for reading, computer work,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     laundry area includes a second toilet and
                                                                      sewing/craft room or could be used as a third
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     has convenient access to the garage. The
                                                                      bedroom. The modern kitchen is equipped
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     blinds installed for all-weather use. Solar sky
       OFFER!                                                         ceiling fans and ducted heating throughout.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     lights in the lounge/dining area.
                                                                                      Freecall 1800 686 096
                                                                Email salestruganina@palmlake.com.au
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Truganina - Palm Lake Resort
Convenience is key at Palm Lake Resort Truganina. This high quality,
class-leading lifestyle community resort is perfectly positioned in
Melbourne. Residents can enjoy trips to Williamstown, Geelong, Altona
Beach, Werribee Mansion, Werribee Park Zoo, Shadow Winery and
the new $440 million Wyndham Harbour Marina, just to name a few
attractions. Recreational and sporting pursuits are also well catered for
in the immediate region of Wyndham and neighbouring Hobson’s Bay with
golf courses at Sanctuary Lakes Club, Point Cook and nearby Werribee
Park. Fishing, motorsport and racing clubs are also located nearby.

Palm Lake Resort Truganina is just a 30-minute drive from the Melbourne
CBD, Tullamarine and Avalon Airports so travelling has never been easier.
With all the on site resort facilities and organised activities, you’ll have
more to do than ever before!

PALM LAKE RESORT TRUGANINA FREECALL 1800 686 096
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