PALM LAKE NEWS TRUGANINA EDITION APR/MAY 2017 SUPERB EFFORT BY CLEAN-UP CREW Palm Lake Resort inside:me w ho Your ne its! awa &7 Pages 6 Words: Gill Clark, site supervisor (No. 69812) A wonderful effort was put in by our 23 Palm Lake Resort Truganina volunteers on Clean Up Australia Day recently, including new caretakers Jo and Troy as well as Jo’s mum, Pauline. The community around our resort is considerably cleaner and safer after volunteers collected more than 50 bags of rubbish plus two cartons of discarded beer bottles. This is not to mention all the waste that volunteers placed in council rubbish bins along the way on the day. We are very proud of our volunteers and very grateful for their splendid contribution to improving the community that surrounds our location. We want to acknowledge with great appreciation the support and assistance given to us by Palm Lake Resort management and Walter Elliott Holdings. Their contribution helped make our day a success and the barbecue lunch supplied was yummy! Resort managers’ Areport MESSAGE FROM YOUR RESORT CARETAKERS Hello residents - we hope you are all well and happy! We would like to sincerely thank each and every one of you for the warm welcome you have offered us. We are delighted to be here, we are honoured to be a part of your community and very excited to work with you in the future. We would also like to welcome Shannon, our Admin Assistant, whose lovely face you will see in our office. Michelle also brings a smile to our team as our Weekend Relief. And it wouldn’t be Palm Lake Resort Truganina without Tania, Carol and Chyvonne continuing their great work in the resort. Congratulations to Anita (Villa 132) for continuing in the hot seat as president of the Residents’ Committee - what a woman for the job! We look forward to continuing to work with you and your committee. We welcome Peter (Villa 118) to the stage as president of the Bowls Club and wish Marlene (Villa 88) a well-deserved break and congratulations on your achievements. A new Social Club is now headed up by Carol (Villa 107) and we await some wonderful events in your calendar. Jim (Villa 130) continues as the man for the job as president of the Bar Committee. Cheers to that, Jim! We were lucky enough to be a part of Clean Up Australia Day, organised and headed up by Gill (Villa 199). Thank you for doing such an amazing job and making a difference, Gill, and thanks to all our volunteers as well. With the last of Stage 4 filling up fast we have much to look forward to including inviting new residents to our resort, lovely new streets and gardens, along with the new conservatory behind the clubhouse and barbecue area in Stage 3 being built. Thank you again to all who have supported us. What a great start to the year! Jo & Troy WHAT’S ON IN APRIL/MAY Easter Bistro Palm Lake Resort Truganina will be holding our annual Easter Bistro for deposit holders and friends on Thursday, April 13. Keep an eye out for invites in the mail. The event will feature a lovely Easterthemed meal with dessert to follow. Community Clubs Race Night There has been big interest among the residents to attend Tabcorp Park for their Community Clubs Race Night. There are two nights of entertainment planned - one on Friday, April 7 and the other on Friday, May 12. Be sure to put your name down on the list at the clubhouse to join in the fun. Wedding (anniversary) bells! Happy anniversary to these loved-up Palm Lake Resort Truganina residents including Kevin & Pauline B (April 7, 40 years), Greg & Terri B (April 11, 13 years), Murray & Hazel C (April 10, 53 years), Ian & Shirley J (April 18, 53 years), Ray & Lynn W (May 12), Ron & Jeanette S (May 15), Tony & Joyce R (May 26, 38 years) and Bob & Joan A (May 29). Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show It’s that time of year again! The Flower & Garden Show is not to be missed. The exhibition will run from March 29 – April 2. Be sure to put your name down at the clubhouse if you want to attend. Regular resort activities ACTIVITY DAY TIME Shopping bus trip Mon & Thurs 9.30am Stampin’ Up Craft Class Mondays 10am Bingo Mondays 7.30pm Bistro lunch Mon & Thurs noon Residents’ dinner Tues & Wed 6pm Sewing class Wednesdays 2pm Line dancing Tuesdays 7pm Ballroom dancing Wednesdays 1pm Tai Chi Thursdays 9.30am Social bowls Mon & Fridays 4pm Cinema nights Fri & Saturdays 7pm Games night Sundays 7.30pm Happy hour Fridays 5pm ALMOST SOLD OUT! ction Construate upd Construction and sales at Palm Lake Resort Truganina are both moving ahead at full steam already this year. With only eight homes remaining at the time of publication of this newsletter, it won’t be long before this resort is fully sold out! Palm Lake Resort Truganina is always striving to provide our residents with the best facilities. Among the current works underway, a slab has been poured for the conservatory – an additional area at the back of our clubhouse with beautiful creek views. We are also planning to remove the site sheds and install a beautifully landscaped park area. The barbecue for our Stage 3 barbecue area has been purchased and we are in the process of having some cupboards built. It will, no doubt, be a lovely spot for residents and their guests to enjoy a picnic on the grass, in the fresh air and sunshine. And don’t forget to hire one of our bikes and go for a ride down along our wetland trail and take in all the beautiful scenery before the cold weather comes back! It really is a perfect time of the year to be enjoying the great outdoors. Happy birthday to you all! April Tony R Gloria L Glenda K Joan A Phil G Marlene M April 3 April 5 April 6 April 12 April 15 April 19 Barry H Joyce R Cheryl R April 23 April 27 April 29 May Marlene G May 2 Shirley J May 2 Myra R May 5 Bob A May 14 Lynn W May 15 Carmel E May 19 Trish T May 20 Ron H May 22 Patricia H May 27 Kathleen H May 28 COMMUNITY NOTICES Emergency Zone wardens MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS Doug & Coral Where did you grow up? We both grew up in Williamstown, which is how we met. We then moved to Hoppers Crossing to start our family. What do/did you do for work? Doug’s background is as an engineering pattern maker and he ran his own business for 46 years. Coral was a hairdresser for eight years, then a homemaker and assisted with Doug’s business. What drew you to Palm Lake Resort Truganina? It was simply the right timing. We were drawn to lifestyle living and the homes are very modern with good quality workmanship. We enjoy taking our dog to the pet-friendly park. We like the security that allows us the freedom to travel. It also feels as though you’re on a holiday at the resort with so many activities to do! We have met a lot of people at the resort we haven’t seen for a long time which is a plus. We are so impressed with the presentation of the resort - it’s met all our expectations and we are very happy. What are the regular resort activities you never miss and why? We never miss the barbecue every Sunday at the Bowls Club as we like the people and the social aspect. Coral likes Zumba - staying fit via fun dance moves and it’s a quick exercise class! Doug is looking forward to starting bowls after he recently had a lesson with a professional resident bowler. We love taking our dog to the puppy park - it’s a lovely activity for pets and it’s the biggest asset for dog owners. Dream holiday destination? Noosa and the Mediterranean. What makes you proud? Our children. Watching them grow up, we are so proud - they keep us going! If you haven’t had a visit from your designated warden, you will shortly. Your emergency zone wardens will be visiting each villa in their zone to ask the occupants to complete an Emergency Preparedness checklist. They will show you how to check your emergency alert buttons and smoke detectors and will advise you of our emergency evacuation procedures and more. Get your name on the lists! Each resort activity needs to have a minimum of five participants to go ahead. All residents who wish to attend an activity need to be sure to put their name on the list in the clubhouse to ensure we have the minimum requirement for numbers. Relay for Life Our staff members Carol and Chyvonne have formed a Relay for Life 2017 team. Please support our girls and donate to this great cause. A donation box is located next to the coffee machine. Pat’s cleaning Now that Stage 4 is almost complete, it is the perfect time to book Pat (Villa 105) to come and give the outside of your home a clean. Any donations Pat receives are going towards Cancer Research or the Lost Dogs Home. Phone Pat (ext 1105) to make an appointment. Useful phone numbers Fire / Police / Ambulance 000 Non-urgent Ambulance transport 1300 633 313 Local police 03 8374 1100 SES Wyndham 1300 842 737 Werribee Mercy Hospital 8754 3000 Medicare 13 20 11 Nurse on call 1300 606 024 Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26 RAISE YOUR MUGS Raise your cups and saucers The Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea officially takes place on May 25, but thousands of Aussies will host and attend morning teas for cancer awareness throughout May. For more than 20 years, the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea has raised millions of dollars for cancer research, with $11.9 million being raised just last year alone. WORLD HEALTH DAY BOOT-SCOOTIN’ BENEFITS Dancing. It’s the simple, fun and cost-free fitness that science says benefits us in more ways than one. According to multiple studies, dancing can help us combat depression and anxiety, improve our strength, balance and mobility, and even reduce our reliance on pain medication. In 2013, a team from the University of New England in New South Wales and Australian National University in Canberra recruited 41 people (aged up to 73 years and mainly well-educated) with complaints of stress, anxiety and depression. Twenty participants then took eight tango sessions of 90 minutes each over a two-week period, while the 21 in the control group were put on a waiting list for classes. At the end of the study, participants showed significant reductions in depression, anxiety, stress and insomnia. Satisfaction with life and self-efficacy were significantly increased. At the one-month follow-up, depression, anxiety and stress levels remained reduced. The research team concluded that a brief program of tango dance was shown to be an effective strategy in alleviating mood disorders. Young or old – or somewhere in between – dancing regularly has also been proven to improve confidence, positivity and even social skills. Line dancing is a favourite pastime among residents of many Palm Lake Resorts across the country. Instructor and Palm Lake Resort resident Libby Jensen says line dancing allows participants of all levels to join in without feeling separate or standing out. "Learning together while having fun is a great way for our neighbours to form friendships," Libby says. "As we age, issues of balance when changing direction and concentration arise. Line dancing is an excellent and fun way to maintain these skills," she says. "Then there’s the social aspects, the camaraderie, following directions - and it’s fun! The whole reason that dancing in particular is good is because of the rhythm and music and the endorphin release. It’s taking your mind to a different place and you’re able to cope better with everything." One of eight official global health campaigns sponsored by the World Health Organisation, World Health Day on April 7 is an opportunity to raise international awareness of many different, serious health issues. The day marks the first World Health Assembly in 1948 and has been celebrated since 1950. GOOD ONYA MUM! Don’t forget May 10 as the day to celebrate all kinds of mothers, be it with a gift or a lunch or even a simple phone call. Mother’s Day began in 1908 after Anna Jervis’s three-year campaign for a public holiday to celebrate those she described as "the person who has done more for you than anyone in the world". True that! SPIRIT OF ANZAC On April 25, we commemorate our soldiers who have fought and continue to fight for our country and our freedom. The event began in 1915 when news of the ANZAC’s landing in Gallipoli reached New Zealand and it has been honoured ever since with dawn services and marches in Australia and New Zealand, as well as other islands like the Cook Islands and Tonga. AROUND THE GROUNDS Palm Lake Resort Truganina residents enjoyed many festive get-togethers over the the last couple of months. Here are some of the sights. We really do have quite the bunch of social butterflies living here at Truganina! Above: We wish ex-caretakers Brendan and Jan all the best at their new location, Palm Lake Resort Toowoomba. Above: Just some of the tasty treats at our recent caretakers’ welcome morning tea. Yum! Above: Be sure to say hello to all of our new staff when you see them around the grounds including Troy, Jo, Shannon and Michelle. MONTE CARLO C A BEAUTIFUL HOME! The Monte Carlo C comes with a large alfresco area at the rear, perfect for those who love to entertain! This home offers a large master bedroom with walk-in robe and full ensuite, generous guest bedroom and a MPR/Study. The large undercover fully paved alfresco area is great for entertaining. This home boasts a well-appointed kitchen with a double pantry and the laundry is just off the kitchen with built in linen and broom cupboards. The Monte Carlo also comes with a large double garage. FINAL RELEASE NEW HOMES SELLING - BE QUICK! FREECALL 1800 686 096 Email: [email protected] Above: A beautiful morning tea was put on for the welcome of new caretakers Troy and Jo and the farewell of Brendan and Jan. Klaus and Christa were among those enjoying the morning tea. Above: John Dower sends one down the green. Left: The wheels on the (resort) bus go round and round! MIRANDA D QUITE THE LITTLE GEM! The light filled dining room and large kitchen are just a couple of the many reasons to purchase this home! The laundry has convenient access to the tandem garage that has room for two vehicles. Only three of these well-designed homes are left. Be sure to put a deposit down quickly before they are all snapped up! FINAL RELEASE NEW HOMES SELLING - BE QUICK! FREECALL 1800 686 096 Email: [email protected] Our Truganina Tuesday Second Team recently won the Division 3 Section 2 competition, beating Bundoora Bowls. Congratulations guys! RESIDENTS ENJOY THEIR GREENS Palm Lake Resort prides itself on featuring the best on-site facilities and for most residents there’s nothing better than a game of friendly (and sometimes competitive!) bowls with equally-as-friendly neighbours. So it was obvious that Palm Lake Resort would call on the lawn bowls experts when it comes to building state-of-the-art clubhouses and class-leading greens. Sportcrete is the company tasked with installing the surfaces for all Palm Lake Resort lawn bowls facilities. Sportcrete spokesperson Ben Sutcliffe says the world-renowned Greengauge woven bowls surface is used at all Palm Lake Resorts for its performance, durability and consistency. "It’s a surface that’s renowned for providing consistent speeds of 15-16 seconds, which is ideal for all levels and styles of bowling," Ben explains. Coupled with the Sportcrete Bowls Base System, which utilises the latest laser technology and environmentally friendly polymer bonding, the greens at all Palm Lake Resorts are truly top of the range. "The outcome is a precision bowls base built to the finest tolerances, designed to perform year in and year out," says Ben. While most Palm Lake Resort bowls games are enjoyed socially, there are also quite competitive inter-resort competitions held in various locations and other resort teams who compete quite successfully in outside local and regional competitions. A huge congratulations must go to our own Bowls Club and their recent performance. Four out of five of our teams made the finals - what a fantastic season they all played. Our Section 2’s won their Grand Final and then went on to win Division 3 Metro Grand Final, proudly bringing home the flag. Way to go fellas! Our Truganina Tuesday Second Team also won the Division 3 Section 2 competition, beating Bundoora Bowls. Bowls is a gentle sport that will keep your brain and body active. If you are yet to have a roll, make sure you seek out a social event at our resort soon! Pictured left, from top: John Brown, Marlene Kneebone and Peter Evans. CARAVANNING TIPS AND TRICKS Among the thousands of people who call a Palm Lake Resort home, you’ll find the majority are lovers of travel - especially those travel adventures that take them on the open road around Australia. It’s because of this phenomenon that Palm Lake Resort architects are designing new and improved homes and facilities that cater for residents’ other homes – those on wheels. Whether you’re a novice to the caravanning game or a seasoned RV-pro, there are a tonne of things to keep in mind to keep your ‘cubbyhouse on wheels’ running smoothly. We asked Majestic Caravans’ national manager Dan Fedden for his advice on all things RV maintenance and lifestyle: 1. Try before you buy. Dan recommends spending a night in your new caravan or RV to make sure it’s the right fit. "Test the amazing luxury features to ensure you are completely comfortable with everything from lights to cooking equipment and fridge operation," he says. 2. A mobile home is just that – a home. So it follows that you should keep it as clean as you would your house. Invest in a vacuum for small spaces, keep stain remover on hand and stock the kitchen and bathroom with the appropriate cleaning products. Comfort is key when you’re on the road. 3. That brand new shine won’t fade after a few months if your caravan is washed regularly and properly. When it comes to product, it’s all about quality over quantity. A good car wash will cut through dirt without leaving a streaky finish and a brush, sponge and chamois should also be part of your tool kit. 4. Beware the weather. Leaving caravans out in the scorching Australian sun is sometimes unavoidable but a good coat of polish will give the paint some protection and shine. 5. Wax on, wax off. "Washing your van with wash and wax is the best to keep it looking great," says Dan. However, he warns that this should only be done with a very soft broom and dried with a chamois. He also says to avoid the windows – these can be cleaned with a soft cloth and some Windex. While you’re at it, check all the window latches and hinges are operating properly. 6. Take note of any wear and tear inside and outside of your caravan and keep on top of maintenance. Dan says to check silicone for any gaps every three months and keep methylated spirits on hand to combat any scratches and marks that are bound to come up over time. 7. Invest in your caravan and your safety by getting it serviced every three-to-six months. In the interim, inspect the drainage points, internal electricity and gas, smoke alarms, internal and external lights and electrical sockets yourself. 8. Keep your battery going for longer by making sure there’s no earth or debris in or around it. "This will stop leakage whilst not in use," says Dan. You can also check levels with a voltmeter to make sure everything is ship shape. 9. Equip yourself for life on the road with the many great travel guides and cookbooks available. Whether you’re adventuring for a day or a month, you’ll find great things to see and do from the comfort of your RV. See right, for some great new titles... 1001 GOLF HOLES YOU MUST PLAY BEFORE YOU DIE By Jeff Barr Covering par-3, par-4, par-5, the challenging, the scenic, the celebrity-designed and the most demanding, discover the 1001 holes you simply have to visit and play. $39.99 THE 50 GREATEST WONDERS OF THE WORLD By Aaron Millar This compendium of bucketlist experiences is designed for wonder-seekers young and old. It’s more than just a list of jaw-dropping sights - it’s a road map for discovering the greatest experiences of your life. $22.99 GOTTA LOVE THIS COUNTRY! By Peter Fitzsimons Great stories from around Australia to lift your heart, make you laugh and puff out your chest. It’ll make you want to hit the road and find your own stories from across this amazing country. $19.99 HEALTHY CHOC CHIP COOKIES This is my idea of the perfect treat. It’s nourishing, takes minutes to make (which is always a bonus) and is the ultimate healthy chocolate chip cookie recipe. Health benefits: Firstly, almonds are a rich source of protein, essential fats and fibre. They also contain antioxidants and mood-elevating amino acids. If you add cacao nibs or dark chocolate, prepare for a magnesium boost and an antioxidant hit that rivals green tea. LAMB, LENTIL AND BACON HOT POT There’s nothing like a tasty stew to warm you up as the nights get cooler. This healthy lamb shank recipe is so simple to make, it’s sure to become a firm favourite. You don’t really need a whole shank per person here. I’m all for spending extra money on quality meat, buying less of it (so it’s still affordable) and bulking it out with other good stuff. Not only is this approach kinder to your hip pocket, but it’s also a healthier way to eat. I’m all for variety in the diet, so including the lentils for extra protein is a winner. You can either throw it in the slow cooker or cook in the oven at a low temperature (like below). The meat just melts in your mouth and the flavour of the lamb with bacon and rosemary is a match made in heaven. Ingredients • 2 onions, sliced • 1-2 large cloves garlic, sliced • 2-4 lamb shanks • 1 can brown lentils (drained, rinsed) or 1 cup cooked brown lentils • 2-4 carrots, sliced roughly • 4 rashers bacon, diced roughly • 1 cup preferably homemade chicken or lamb broth (stock) • ¼ cup red wine • 1-2 cups Swiss brown or button mushrooms, sliced • 2 -3 stems celery, sliced roughly • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tablespoon of dried) • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste Optional extras: 1 zucchini, eggplant or parsnip, diced Method Preheat your oven to 160�C. In a large oven-proof dish (I like my cast iron pot), place the lamb shanks and brown quickly on the stove top over a medium high heat. This is not essential and I have to confess, I’m a bit lazy and tend to take the ‘just throw it all in’ approach. Next, add all of the ingredients, season and stir to combine. ake sure the lamb shanks are toward the bottom of the dish and covered with the liquid and other ingredients. Place the lid on the pot and cook for 2-3 hours. The longer it cooks the more tender the lamb. Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley and serve alone or with one of the following serving suggestions: Steamed and buttered vegetables, mashed potato, sweet potato or pumpkin (soaks up the delicious juices), pureed or mashed cauliflower, green beans steamed and dressed with lemon juice, zest and extra virgin olive oil. Serves 4. Ingredients • 150g (1 ¼ firmly packed cups) almond meal • 55g (¼ cups) virgin coconut oil (melted if solid) or macadamia oil • 85g (¼ cup) rice malt syrup or raw honey (taste the batter and alter the sweetness as required) • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or powder • 2 tablespoons cacao nibs or dark chocolate chips • 1 tablespoon water Method Preheat your oven to 150�C. In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine all of the ingredients above until well combined. Roll tablespoons of the mix in your hands and place them onto a tray lined with baking paper. Flatten with the back of the fork. The cookies pictured have cacao nibs through them and I put a little piece of Green and Blacks 85 per cent chocolate on top. Bake for 15 minutes or until starting to brown on top. The best thing about these cookies is that if you do manage to stop at one or two and wait a while, you will find yourself satisfyingly full. That is of course, if you do manage to stop at all! Recipes courtesy of Georgia Harding ND, of Well Nourished. For more free recipes, visit www.wellnourished.com.au FUNNY JOKES SUDUKO PUZZLE Q. Why did the boy tiptoe past the medical cabinet? A. He didn’t want to wake the sleeping pills. Q. What did the grape say when the elephant sat on it? A. Nothing! He just let out a little wine. Q. What did the big hand say to the little hand? A. I will meet you in an hour. Q. What do you call a dog with no legs? A. It doesn’t matter what you call him, he isn’t coming! Q. What did the cake say to the knife? A. You wanna piece of me?! Q. What do you call a bear what has no teeth? A. A gummy bear. Find the answer on the Palm Lake Resort Facebook page at the end of April HAPPY DAYS WORD SEARCH FAST FACTS THAT WILL MAKE YOU HAPPIER The actor who is the voice of Winnie the Pooh phones children in cancer wards to cheer them up. Voice actor Jim Cummings puts on Winnie the Pooh’s voice and tells the children how much he loves them and how brave they are. Penguins mate for life and they propose by giving their prospective mate a pebble. Apparently a male penguin spends a lot of time looking for the best pebble to give to his special lady. There is an uninhabited island called Pig Beach in the Bahamas where pigs swim around all day. ELATED JOYOUS JOLLY PLEASED GLEEFUL HAPPY CHEERFUL GLAD JOYFUL BLISSFUL PEPPY TICKED PINK DELIGHTED MERRY EXULTANT ECSTATIC BLITHE The actors who voiced Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse were married in real life. Wayne Allwine and Russi Taylor were husband and wife. Both were named Disney legends in 2008. ll in You’ll fa our th love wi ool! p indoor TRUGANINA Resort living at its best 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 soon to be completed $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! 7 Taronga Road, Truganina VIC 3029 FREECALL 1800 686 096 [email protected] | www.palmlakeresort.com.au Palm Lake Resort
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