Australian seniors are redefining the ‘Great Australian Dream’ — not just with bricks and mortar, but with a lifestyle that offers more freedom, connection, and enjoyment.
Instead of a big house that requires maintenance and a backyard the needs regular mowing, they’re choosing to trade up for a vibrant, low-maintenance way of living.
For over 200 residents, that dream has become a reality at Rivervue Retirement Village, where they’ve found not just a home, but a thriving community by the water.
At Rivervue, residents enjoy the security of a 99-year leasehold agreement, protected under the Retirement Villages Act. But more than that, they enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a lifestyle designed for comfort, wellbeing, and connection.
“It’s a lease, but it’s a lifestyle. And that’s what we bought into,” says Rivervue resident Ray Jacobs.
His wife, Barbara, agrees.
“You don’t have to do everything that’s here – you have a choice,” she says.
“You’re still as free as you were when you had your own home, but now you’ve got the option to socialise and be part of a wonderful events and activities at the Village, whenever you want.”
One of the many benefits of moving to Rivervue is the financial freedom. Unlike downsizing to a smaller home in the suburbs, no stamp duty is payable on your new home here, saving you thousands.
Plus, all front gardens and common landscaped areas are maintained by the village gardening team, so you can spend less time on chores and more time enjoying life.
And when it comes to lifestyle, the possibilities are endless—morning laps in the heated pool, a workout in the gym, catching the latest sports on the big screen, or unwinding over happy hour with new friends.
And no, you’re not dreamin’. Even Darryl Kerrigan would admire the serenity of Rivervue’s two-hectare private River Garden and its direct access to the picturesque walking tracks along the Maribyrnong River.
“You’re getting a lifestyle, community, activities, and social interaction,” says Rivervue resident Russell Chandler.
“You’re leaving behind isolation and stepping into a place where you truly belong.”
Come and see Rivervue at the Open Day on Wednesday 26 March from 11am -3pm and you will see why residents say, Life Begins at Rivervue.
Villas at Rivervue start from $595,000, with new homes from $970,000. To find out more about this fresh and contemporary approach to retirement living, visit www.rivervue.com.au or call 1300 298 439.
