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Discovering Queensland's East Coast

Queensland’s east coast stretches for over 3000 kilometres of pristine beaches, stunning scenery, and the best in holiday accommodations. This stretch of shoreline encompasses the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, with 2000 kilometres of the Great Barrier Reef to explore. There are some definite highlights along the way, especially if you’re looking for tropical adventures, incredible wildlife, and memories to last a lifetime! The following are all within 5 hours drive of Brisbane.

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The homebuilder grant, a Stockwell guarantee

For 65 years, Stockwell has created communities that foster a sense of identity, belonging and connection. Solana Bribie Island offers the lifestyle you’ve been looking for, with innovative floor plans and a range of price points. Make your move now, and take advantage of our HomeBuilder Grant Guarantee!

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Spring gardening tips

Spring has sprung, and with it comes the warm, sunny Bribie Island days that are per-fect for revitalising your gardens. The best way to get started is by doing the proper prep work now, to ensure your plants are happy and healthy all summer long.

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On trend designs

Solana Bribie Island has the best in both lifestyle, and community living. Residents love the natural beauty of the island setting, and the opportunity to explore everything Bribie has to offer!

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Winter on Bribie

Solana Bribie Island has the best in both lifestyle, and community living. Residents love the natural beauty of the island setting, and the opportunity to explore everything Bribie has to offer!

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Alternatives to traditional retirement living

Although settling long term into the family home is attractive for some, it isn't the only option for over 50's these days. When considering retirement options it is important to consider what you want from your lifestyle ahead. You may wish to travel often and seek a gated community that is easy to lock and leave, or simply be amongst like-minded people. Whether it is location or price, or lifestyle needs - there are many options to explore.

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Selling and buying at Solana

Making the decision to move out of your family home and into an environment that is more in line with your downsizing dreams, should be something you’re really excited about. There are many benefits to moving into a lifestyle resort amongst a community of like minded people, all looking to wind down their busy schedules and home maintenance that once ruled their life.

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Ageing well: Body, mind, spirit!

Ageing is inevitable, but we can choose to age well with the right lifestyle choices. Maintaining our quality of life is important as we get older. Making the right choices can help improve our physical and mental wellbeing through our senior years. Establishing the best habits early will ensure they stick with us as we get older.

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Summer on Bribie

There’s no better place to spend an Australian summer than along the coast! Cool ocean breezes and long sunny days make the perfect climate to enjoy everything Solana and Bribie Island have to offer. Regardless of your interests, there is something for everyone, from boating and fishing, to shopping and entertainment.

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Living large in smaller spaces

Sooner or later, we reach a point when we look around and make decisions about the type of lifestyle we want to live. For some it is downsizing the family home to simplify their life. A new home may leave you pondering the best way to utilise your new space for both design and storage purposes, but some simple tips will help you create a space you’ll love!

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Freedom to travel with Solana

Island living, a community of friends and neighbours, modern homes, and all the amenities you could ask for! Welcome to Solana Bribie Island! Solana offers a place to belong for the over 50s, and an easy, relaxing lifestyle that you’ll fall in love with.

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Tips for settling into a new community

Moving to a new community can be the start of a wonderful adventure, and an amazing opportunity to expand your social circle. Though it can seem a little intimidating to find ways to fit in with your new neighbours, making new friends and building relationships doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Check out some of our top tips for making friends and getting involved in Solana Bribie Island!

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Downsizing into superannuation

Your super is your future, whether now or in a year or two. On the 1st of July 2018, the government introduced the Contributing the proceeds of downsizing into superannuation measure. If you are 65 years or older and meet eligibility requirements you may boost your super by making a downsizer contribution of up to $300,000 from the proceeds of selling your home. This can be $600,000 if you are a couple. For those who are eligible to utilise the downsizer contribution, this a great way to make a positive lifestyle change and still put money away.

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Solana: What's in the name?

First impressions last. And a name is typically the first thing you learn about a person or a place. A name can draw you in or put you off. It can evoke an emotional response or draw on a memory. Almost always, a judgement is made based solely on a name, even if it is a subconscious response. Whether it’s a baby, a park, or a housing development, ultimately the choice of name will lend to the first impressions. That’s why we put so much thought and care in to choosing the name Solana for our Lifestyle Resort.

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