Teman Magazine - life+style - Autumn 2023

life+style
Autumn | 2023
The Rise by Teman Hobby Shed

happy
new year
staying social
and active
Keep Fit
We’re already in March and 2023 is in full
swing. I hope you and your family had a fun
and safe festive season. As we start a new
year, we often reflect on the year just passed.
For Teman, it was a year of welcoming new
residents into the Teman family. We had over
100 new people who decided to call one of our
Teman communities home. The most we’ve
had in a single year. You, the residents of each
village, are the heart and soul of each Teman
community, and it is wonderful how you have
all made it a fun, welcoming, social and active
place that so many others want to be a part of,
and also call home.
I, and many of the team, have already visited
several of you in 2023. I look forward to
catching up with those that I missed soon.
I hope you enjoy this issue of our Teman
magazine, life+style.
Jamie Sterland
Managing Director
Teman Communities
For the past 8 years, the ladies at The Rise by Teman have been doing Keep Fit Classes – ‘good old
fashioned ’exercise classes, with the lovely Nina leading them. These aerobic style exercises are taking
place in the hall twice per week. The classes are such fun as people sing along to the music, and there
is always laughter happening when the classes are on – which is essential at any age, but more so
when you’re in your mature years. The Keep Fit classes are a great way to stay social and active. They
have also helped many participants with balance, which is so important.
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staying social
and active
Ten years strong
Ten years ago, when The Rise resident Mike Allen
called a meeting to investigate if anyone in the
village wanted to start up a Hobby Shed, he might
not have envisaged what it would evolve to a
decade later. Approximately 12 men turned up to
the meeting, so it was decided a good idea with
Mike to be the inaugural Chairman. Financially,
the hobby shed began from the generosity
of four attendees who gave $50 each, and a
membership fee of $10 per annum was set.
Once the group was incorporated, they were
awarded a $2,000 grant from the Lottery
Commission, which was used for a Bench saw
and many other items of equipment. Many
fund raisers have been conducted like sausage
sizzles, raffles and sales of wooden items to
the village at Christmas time to keep the group
financial.
But the Hobby Shed at The Rise by Teman is
more than a wood and metal shop. Being social
and active is something that we try to encourage
throughout all our Teman communities. We all
know that we need to move more as we mature.
However, the social interaction with people,
building connection, learning new things, and
stimulating the brain, are just as important.
The Hobby Shed at The Rise by Teman in
Ridgewood WA is a haven for exactly that. A place
to come for a laugh and be social and active.
It has been wonderful for mental health as it
provides another avenue for people to connect.
Open for a couple of hours on Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday. Often you hear more
laughter and chatter than power tools coming
out of the shed. There is an hour coffee and cake
break, so you can see it’s really about enjoying
yourself and being around each other.
The Hobby Shed has been a great way for people
to keep using their skills that they might have
acquired through their working life. But it is also
a space for people to learn new skills.
The Hobby Shed makes and donates toys to
charity each Christmas and over the years they
have created and donated over 500 toys. They
also love helping people around the village too.
Ladies might have chairs that have been outside
and have slowly deteriorated. They bring them
down to the Hobby Shed, they are restored and
returned as good as new.
With the help of the residents committee, Teman
management and funds they had raised, last
year the hobby shed embarked on a major
program. The metal workshop moved to a
standalone shed and a new storage shed was
built. Due to material shortage and Covid 19, the
project took just on 12 months to complete. But
it was worth the wait as now there is room for 15
people working in the wood workshop space and
another 8 in the metal workshop at any one time.
As a show of our gratitude, the committee
voted that due to Mike’s longevity as Founder,
Chairman and committee person, the new metal
shed will be named “the Mike Allen Shed”.
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“a place to
come for a
laugh and
be social
and active.”
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cook’s
corner
Lynn Corrigan | The Rise by Teman
I love this simple recipe because you use very few utensils so clean up is a breeze. Using condensed
milk brings back childhood memories of a much-loved father. When mum opened a can and there were
leftovers, it was a race to the spoon drawer with dad and me to see who could get the most spoonfuls
to clean the can. Happy days, great memories, and a not so healthy love for condensed milk.
Esther Madsen | Fitzroy by Teman
So what happens when you marry a Dutch man and his specialty is Danish Potatoes?
This is a ‘secret’ family recipe that Esther remembers being served at many special occasions.
Lynn is definitely a favourite for the ladies in the office – as she always brings us her delicious tarts.
Ingredients
1 packet of butternut snaps
Juice of one large lemon
Tin sweetened condensed milk
Tin passion fruit pulp
“I love this
simple recipe”
Cheats Mini Cheesecakes
Method
1. Place biscuits in tart tray and place second
tray of same size on top. Bake for 3 mins on
180 degrees.
2. Remove from oven and press down on the top
tray so biscuits become tart shape.
(If you don’t have two trays the same size you
can use a spoon to press them into shape
while they are hot).
3. In a large bowl whip together condensed
milk, lemon juice and passion fruit pulp with
handheld egg whip until all is combined.
4. When biscuits cool fill with mixture and rebake
for 10 mins on 180 o C.
Ingredients
24 Small New Potatoes
(can be increased if required)
1 Cup of Caster Sugar
1 Cup Unsalted Butter
Brunede Kartofler –
Caramalised (Danish)
Potatoes
Method
1. Cook unpeeled potatoes into a pot of boiling
water, cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until
they offer no resistance when pierced with a
skewer. Potatoes should be firm, not soft.
2. Let them cool, then peel or they can be peeled
before cooking. Taste better with skin on.
3. Melt the sugar in a heavy skillet (caste iron
pan is ideal) over a low heat, cook slowly for
3-5 minutes or until the sugar turns a light
brown caramel, stir constantly with a wooden
spoon and watch sugar closely. The syrup
changes colour very rapidly and burns easily.
It must not become too dark or it will become
bitter.
4. Stir in melted butter, add as many potatoes
as possible without crowding the pan, shake
or stir constantly to roll the potatoes and coat
them on all sides with the caramel sauce.
Transfer to a heated serving dish or casserole
dish. Repeat until all potatoes are coated.
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teman
gardens
Audrey Tonkin | Bluestone by Teman
“Gardens are not made by singing, o’h how
beautiful, and sitting in the shade” (a quotation
from Rudyard Kipling).
Audrey Tonkin, who is a foundation member
of Orange’s Heritage Rose Society, considers
herself lucky to have inherited the love for
gardening which has been with her since
childhood. Orange’s cool climate involves the
four seasons, bringing her such great pleasure.
This involves the need for planning plantings
during the winter months, to reaping the rewards
during both spring and summer.
Living as we do on the slopes of Mt Canobolas,
there is good volcanic soil which is perfect to
grow plants such as roses, perennials, and
annuals, many of which require planting during
the winter. Bulbs are also a favourite, but these
require planting in autumn. David Austin and
all manner of heritage roses provide a colourful
attraction even to butterflies. Another particular
attraction are the several varieties of Clematis
grown amongst the roses.
Audrey has always planned for a small cottagetype
garden with low well trimmed hedges
separating the garden from the lawn and
walkways. Buxus hedges provide a very suitable
divider. Spring through to summer brings an
abundance of colour and at that time it is
important to keep the garden well-watered with
an abundance of mulch and being properly
fertilised.
Bluestone by Teman is a most restful and
attractive small community with all nine homes
sharing in the gardens and lawn surrounds
fronting the residents. One and all give attention
to spending time in the community garden. This
is considered of benefit to the community’s
wellbeing.
“a most
restful and
attractive
community”
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resident
story
60 years of love and travel
Lindsay and Janet Easter | Rosedale by Teman
Lindsay and Janet Easter are long-time residents
of Rosedale by Teman and recently celebrated
their 60th wedding anniversary, in January 2023.
Lindsay and Janet fell in love when their eyes
first met across the room at a Teachers College
dance in Newcastle NSW in March 1959. Living
in her hometown of Newcastle, Janet was just
16 years old and in her first year of teaching
college, while Lindsay originating from Singleton
a little further inland was 18 years old and in his
second year.
In 1960 after Lindsay had finished his two year
teaching course he was sent to Parkes, in the
central west of NSW, to teach at a high school
there. 1961 saw Janet finish her two year
course and she started teaching at Ingleburn
High School. During this time the couple
corresponded by letter and saw each other 3
times.
In 1961 Lindsay was transferred again, this time
to a high school in Bulli Wollongong, where he
taught industrial arts and science with Janet
following a little time later also teaching science.
The happy couple were married on 5th January
1963 at St George C of E church in Hamilton, a
suburb of Newcastle, surrounded by their many
friends and family members. The reception was
held at Winns Shortland Room in Newcastle.
This was a large well known department store
that had a function room for people to use for
such events. The newlyweds were lucky enough
to have a honeymoon at The Carrington Hotel in
Katoomba, a rather grand and elegant building
dating back to 1883 and steeped in history.
Lindsay recalls the hotel being very classy at the
time with superb meals and they hope to return
there this year for a celebratory visit and to see if
it has changed much in the last 60 years.
Following on from the wedding Lindsay and Janet
spent the next 11 years living in Bulli where
they started a family of 3 girls born in 1965,
1966 and 1969 respectively. Lindsay continued
to work at the high school and Janet worked
casually too, teaching in between children.
In 1974 the couple and their children moved
to Gosford where Lindsay worked firstly at the
Henry Kendall High School, before changing
to other schools on the Central Coast. During
this time Janet obtained her diploma in
Early Childhood Education and worked as an
administrator in family day care.
In 1998 Lindsay resigned from Gorokan High
School and took early retirement from his busy
working life as a schoolteacher. As their now
adult daughters had flown the nest it was time
for the couple to take time for themselves, so
they made Rosedale by Teman their new home
in 2002. They were the second youngest couple
at the time and quickly fell in love with retirement
living and their new home, as it made them feel
secure. It was also central to their family. The
convenience of being close to hospitals, the
railway station and the M1 road to Sydney or
Newcastle made it an ideal location for them.
Early retirement meant more travelling for
Lindsay and Janet. They had always enjoyed
caravanning when the children were small
but now, they could travel all around Australia
without any ties.
They have been to Cairns 3 times, Broome
twice and Ayers Rock to name but a few places.
They’ve also travelled on the Indian Pacific
Train from East to West coast which Lindsay
described as being superb, the food and service
was excellent. They have a daughter that lives
in Tasmania and visit her and her family at least
once a year. Asked of all the places they’ve been
to around Australia do they have a favourite?
Lindsay says he loves Northern Queensland and
Central Australia. Janet loved Broome and says
her happy place will always be Tuncurry NSW.
The couple now have 8 grandchildren and one
great grandchild living in Taree, Hornsby and
Tasmania.
Although the couple recently sold their beloved
caravan at the end of 2022 they have since
purchased a new camper van which they plan to
continue their travels starting with Blacksmiths
in Newcastle.
“Lindsay &
Janet fell in
love when
their eyes
first met”
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resident
story
Welsh, with family at the heart
Maureen & Doug Fagg | The Rise by Teman
pet
care
Pesticides and pets
I was born in a small village in South Wales, the
youngest of 4 children. I had wonderful parents
and adored my two brothers who were 11 and 9
years older. I grew up going to the local chapel
and we had wonderful singing festivals.
I started school at the age of 4 years and stayed
there until I passed an exam to go to Technical
College at 15, to learn shorthand, typing and
bookkeeping. I dearly wanted to become a nurse,
but my dad said no, and you did what you were
told in those days. At 17, I started my 1st job as
an office junior and few years later my friend and
myself went into the local pub and this was when
I met Doug.
Doug was born a few miles away and I had never
seen or met him before. He was a great athlete
and played 1st class Rugby and had a few trials
to play for Wales. After a courtship of 4 years, we
married in 1968 in a place called Llantrisant in
Wales. We lived with my mum and dad for 2 years
(Doug says it was the best time of his life) until we
could save enough money to buy a house of our
own. We did eventually buy our first home which
cost us 2000 Pounds at the time.
A few years later we had our son which was our
greatest joy, unfortunately no more children came
along. Our son took after Doug with the love of
Rugby and at the age of 24 years he decided to
come to Australia to play Rugby for a season,
you can imagine how distraught we were. We
came back and forth to visit, and then decided in
2004 we were to follow him and made a home in
Warwick. In 2008 we decided to move to The Rise
by Teman.
I have a wonderful Son and Daughter-In-Law and
3 beautiful grandchildren, as much as I miss
Wales, my family and long-life friends, and all the
old traditions of Wales I could not leave my family.
I will always be WELSH but have grown to love this
country and my way of life.
Even in small amounts, insecticides and
pesticides can be life-threatening to your pet.
Because of this, it is important to make sure
your pet is not around when you are using them.
Products that contain organophosphates should
be avoided particularly, as well as products
aimed at snails and slugs.
There are several signs of poisoning that can
vary depending on the type of toxin. Some of
these include:
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Increased urination
• Restlessness
• Hyperactivity
• Muscle twitching or shaking
• Seizures
Please note: some manufacturers claim their
snail baits are ‘pet friendly’. This claim is made
on the basis that the bait includes a bittering
agent. Bittering agents only act as a deterrent,
and some pets may still eat the extremely toxic
baits. We recommend that these products are
used with great caution.
Ensure you see your local vet if you are
concerned that your pet may have ingested one
of these toxins.
Lakeside by Teman’s local Vet
Greenfields Vet Hospital
4/39 Gordon Rd, Greenfields WA 6210
www.greenfieldsvet.com.au
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where
are we?
Many of the comments that we receive in person, via email or
through social media from residents is, “We hear you speak about
all these other villages, but where exactly are they located?”
The Teman family is currently spread across Australia in nine
communities. If you’re ever traveling through a Teman town, make
sure you pop in for a cuppa. If you give a little notice, we’ll make
sure there is something cold in the fridge and your belly is full.
NT
QLD
Fitzroy by Teman
Address 14 Pauline Martin Drive,
Rockhampton QLD 4700
Site Area 22,240 sqm
Total Homes 74
Residents 69
Beacham by Teman
Address 28 Marten Street,
Sth Gladstone QLD 4680
Site Area 12,564 sqm
Total Homes 56
Residents 80
WA
Highview by Teman
The Rise by Teman
Address 76 Ridgewood Boulevard,
Ridgewood WA 6030
Site Area 108,136 sqm
Total Homes 240
Residents 375
SA
NSW
Address 41 High Street,
Forest Lake QLD 4078
Site Area 9,859 sqm
Total Homes 86
Residents 90
Lakeside by Teman
Address 194 Old Mandurah Road,
Ravenswood WA 6208
Site Area 115,939 sqm
Total Homes 243
Residents 341
Rosedale by Teman
VIC
Address 28 Deaves Road,
Cooranbong NSW 2265
Site Area 77,651 sqm
Total Homes 67
Residents 72
The Vines by Teman
Address 38 Hickey Street,
Cessnock NSW 2325
Site Area 11,171 sqm
Total Homes 47
Residents 49
Bluestone by Teman
Address 259 Anson Street,
Orange NSW 2800
Site Area 2,967 sqm
Total Homes 9
Residents 10
Ridge Estate by Teman
Address 276 Cessnock Road,
Gillieston Heights NSW 2321
Site Area 13,810 sqm
Total Homes 44
Residents 66
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see
and do
BEST FARMERS MARKETS
Beacham by Teman
• Gladstone Rotary Charity Markets
The Rotary Club of Gladstone hosts their charity
market at the Toondoon Botanic Gardens, monthly
on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 7am – 12pm.
Entry is a gold coin donation. The monthly charity
markets have been supporting the Gladstone
community since 1995. All proceeds Rotary
collects from the stallholders are funnelled into
local projects to help the Gladstone community.
Ridge Estate by Teman
• Newcastle Farmers Markets
The best famers markets for the Hunter Region
would be the Newcastle Farmers Markets situated
at the Newcastle Showground. These are held
every Sunday from 7am to 1pm and showcase
the best and freshest local produce and gourmet
delights straight from the farmers themselves. At
the weekly farmers market you not only get to meet
the maker and the farmer but you can ask about
how and where it’s grown or made and how best to
store and use it.
The Rise by Teman
• Scarborough Sunset Markets
Known for its gorgeous views, glorious beach
and buzzing vibes, Scarborough is the perfect
place to perch up on a warm Thursday night with
mates, yummy eats and a thirst-quenching drink
in hand, listening to live music, watching the
captivating sunset and embracing all that makes
Scarborough truly special.
Fitzroy by Teman
• Yeppoon Community Markets
With a long history within the community as
a charity supporting countless community
organisations and locals for over 40 years. Every
Saturday morning you can drop in and buy from
some of the best producers on the Capricorn
Coast. Be immersed in aroma of fresh brewed
chai tea, the chitter chatter of the farmers and the
sights of the colourful array of the fresh produce.
Rosedale by Teman
• Lake Macquarie City Farmers
The best farmers markets for the Lake Macquarie
area would be the Lake Macquarie City Farmers
markets which have recently been relocated from
Speers Point Park to Stockland Glendale. They
are now held under a huge undercover area next
to Target operating every Saturday from 7am –
1.30pm. These markets are family friendly with
a great community atmosphere where you buy a
large range of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables
direct from local farmers and makers as well as
hand crafted patisserie delights, organic cured
meats, stuffed olives, coffee and wines.
Lakeside by Teman
• The Peel Produce Market
The Peel Produce Market is the regions farmers,
producers and artisan market, and is on
every Saturday at the Dawesville foreshore, at
Leprechaun Reserve from 8.00am to 12.00pm.
Grab breakfast from one of the food vendors.
Have a coffee and sit under a tree with a friend
and overlook the beautiful Peel Inlet. There
are over thirty stallholders selling a variety of
fresh local produce including, organic fruit and
vege’s, fish, lamb and beef, plants, handicrafts,
breakfast, coffee and much more. Just like our
Teman communities, the market is family and pet
friendly too.
Highview by Teman
• Powerhouse Farmers Markets
Running for over two decades, the Powerhouse
Farmers Markets are an institution for locals that
visit each Saturday from 6am to 12noon. You can
get everything from fresh fruit & vegetables to
artisan cheeses and small goods to homemade
pasta and bread. With an abundance of food
stalls, you can grab anything from an acai bowl or
a smoothie to a bagel or burger.
Bluestone by Teman
• Orange Region Farmers Markets
An initiative of the Central West Ranges Food &
Wine Group, the markets have been running in
Orange for over twenty years. Food lovers stock
up with fresh, local goods from the food basket
of Sydney. The markets also continue to be the
monthly catch up of farmers, small business
owners, families and friends to talk about and
celebrate the regions’ bounty.
The Vines by Teman
• Earth Markets Maitland
Operating on the third Thursday of each month
from 8.30am and part of Slow Food Hunter
Valley, the Earth Markets Maitland offer fresh,
locally grown and seasonal products. Soak up the
vibrant colours of all the seasonal produce while
chatting to the farmers and learning about the
food your family eats.
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meet your
neighbour
Di Wade
Ridge Estate by Teman
Where did you grow up as a child?
I was born and raised in Balmain NSW.
What do you love about living in a Teman
community?
The close friendships I have made in the 6 years
I have lived here.
What are some of your hobbies?
I run the “Red Hat society” ladies social
group based here in Maitland which has
over 40 members. The group places a strong
emphasis on the positive aspects of life and the
importance of friendships. We go on 2 outings a
month which could be the Newcastle races, a trip
to Darling Harbour or just locally for a pub lunch.
We also like to attend functions run by charities
especially World Vision or dress in pink for Breast
Cancer. We are famous for wearing red hats and
purple clothing.
What is a memory that makes you smile?
My 3 beautiful grandchildren always make me
smile.
Joan Rout
Bluestone by Teman
Where did you grow up as a child?
I was born in Broken Hill and lived there until
I was 50. My husband and I, along with our
children, moved to Orange 36 years ago.
What do you love about living in a Teman
community?
I have been living at Bluestone by Teman for 16
years. I love Orange and all its seasons, not so
much winter, but I love the surroundings. We
have beautiful people and lovely facilities. Many
medical facilities too.
What is a memory that makes you smile?
A memory that makes me smile is being around
people and all the activities I do with my church
family.
happy
holidays
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village
wrap up
Fitzroy by Teman
Margi Dabbs
QLD
Lakeside by Teman
Cheryl Finlay
WA
What’s been happening in your village?
What’s been happening in your village?
Christmas is over for another year, the New Year
is here. New Year, New Goals, New Activities.
Ideas are flowing in from the residents, some
achievable others need more work. The village
has been fortunate to welcome new residents
who bring new life into the village with some
great ideas. Work continues with refurbishing
units, yard maintenance and continuous
improvement to the village. New and exciting
guest have been secured to come to the village
with knowledge and skills for all residents.
“Fitzroy love
a good dress
up, no reason,
just dress up”
Something that has made you smile at
your village
At some stage of life one will have to consider
surrendering one’s car licence and consider an
alternate mode of transport. With all the years of
experience driving a car, you would think driving
a motorised scooter would be easy. Maybe not,
I should not laugh as my day will come. Not to
name or shame anyone, I have never laughed so
much. Good luck, drive carefully!
Some fun things coming up at your village
Setting goals for the yearly fun runs and
activities. Trivia and dinner have been
scheduled for regular nights, building bingo
attendance, begin to invite family and friends.
Bingo is now a family outing, so much fun.
Residents at the Fitzroy love a good dress up,
no reason, just dress up and enjoy each other’s
company, good food, good music lots of fun.
Inviting Beacham resident to join in events and
activities at Fitzroy.
Lakeside has been a social hub with another
fabulous Teman Christmas Party for residents.
The food was delicious and plentiful. The music
had the dance floor full. Add on all the end of year
wind up parties for the many and varied activities,
the street parties in the village and New Year’s
Eve at the club house.
Australia Day at Lakeside is celebrated with an
early morning cook up breakfast in the beautiful
grounds under the shady marquees with the
village choir performing some Aussie songs.
Lakeside residents have been super busy
having fun.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
The Lakeside dog exercise area is full of belly
laughs watching the dogs play together or the
mums and dads chatting while throwing balls or
other toys to chase.
Residents have been enjoying the recently
renovated swimming pool and spa area. The
pool exercise group love the organised routines
to music each week and at other times the pool
has many people enjoying the warm water for
relaxation and fitness, you can’t help smiling when
seeing residents enjoying the club house.
Some fun things coming up at your village
Lakeside will have an Anzac Day service at the
club house to honour those lost lives in war
times. Residents will also enjoy the Biggest
Morning Tea Cancer Council fund raising event
in May which has a long history of raising much
needed funds for a great cause. Christmas
in July is always a hit with a winter menu and
the Village Green v’s Gold sports competition
is in the planning. There is always a bowls
competition coming up at Lakeside too.
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Australia
Day 2023
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VILLAGE WRAP UP continued
The Rise by Teman
Ciara Purcell
WA
Something that has made you smile at
your village
Ridge Estate
by Teman NSW
Jon Folbigg
Bluestone by Teman
Louise Wythes
NSW
What’s been happening in your village?
The Rise has seen a lot of changes in the
last few months with new residents moving
in and a new Manager stepping in. It is very
exciting for me to be taking on this new role
and I can’t thank the residents enough for all
their well wishes and support on my new role.
It has been wonderful taking part and being
involved in all the extra activities that happen
around Christmas time. Hard to believe we
can be slightly more active in December than
normal here at The Rise as we are already an
active bunch. As well as the village Christmas
celebrations, we also had all our activity groups
host individual Christmas parties and some
even had outings outside of the village. We had
a wonderful Sundowner which was hosted on
our newly renovated undercover area of the
clubhouse and had entertainment from our
talented resident carol singers. The residents
committee also hosted a New Year’s Eve party
which I heard was enjoyed by all. In January we
had our annual Australia Day celebrations. It was
great to see everyone making the effort to dress
up and enjoying the celebrations.
The Vines by Teman
Ashleigh Procter
NSW
What’s been happening in your village?
It has been a very festive past few months and
the village has been alive with people out and
about. The Teman Christmas party is always a
hit. This year we added a few games like pin
the tail on Rudolph, find the elves, and a huge
Christmas pass-the-parcel. The residents put a
little twist on Australia Day this year by having
pizzas instead of a BBQ. It has also been lovely
seeing all the grandkids around the village during
the school holidays.
It was wonderful to see our very talented craft
ladies once again being recognised for their
amazing talents. Every year at Christmas time they
welcome some local charities into the village to
donate the proceeds which they have made from
selling their arts and crafts in the village. All done
on their own time and for a good cause. Great to
see so many smiling faces of appreciation.
Some fun things coming up at your village
The Rise looks like it will be as busy as usual in
the coming months. We will have our monthly
Sunday Roast & Pub grub functions. We are
also looking forward to our annual Quiz night in
June, our Christmas in July function and also our
Winter Warmer Hot Pot night in August.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
It is never good when one of our residents has
a medical turn, especially when it means they
can’t drive. But it is beautiful to see the village
rally behind them and coming together to help
out. One of the many benefits of living at a Teman
community.
Some fun things coming up at your village
I’m looking forward to starting up the monthly
Teman BBQ for 2023. Happy Hour is now on
three times a week and it is great seeing many
people come together to be social and active.
The community centre is getting a little facelift
with new carpet and paint so it will look nice and
fresh when we host our annual Biggest Morning
Tea in May.
What’s been happening in your village?
The residents at Ridge Estate by Teman had a
wonderful Christmas party followed by “Carols
on the Green” which they traditionally hold every
year in our lovely garden and BBQ area.
Australia Day was celebrated in the usual way
with residents dressed in red, white and blue
outfits enjoying a beautifully cooked BBQ,
music, singing, laughing and of course a cold
beer or two.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
Coffee Club at Ridge Estate is a popular weekly
occasion and without fail we always have great
conversations about the escapades of their
grand or great grandchildren and how things were
different years ago by comparison. For example,
the residents remember fondly skipping and
playing with a ball up against a wall until it got
dark, whereas their great grandchildren use iPad
to amuse themselves.
Some fun things coming up at your village
With summer now far behind us and heading
into the cooler months we are looking to hold
more activities in the Community Centre. With
the purchase of our new smart TV it will allow
us to hold various exercise classes on a weekly
basis to keep everyone moving to keep warm.
In June we have another Donna-Lou Fashion
parade lined up this time showcasing their
winter collection for our NSW residents plus
there will be monthly lunches, BBQs and
possibly a Christmas in July.
What’s been happening in your village?
The Christmas Lunch at Pellegrini’s was amazing,
the tables were beautifully decorated by Tania,
thank you so much, and everyone felt spoilt. Food
was in abundance and enjoyed by all, with many
being able to take some leftovers for dinner. At
Bluestone by Teman, the garden and residents
are delighted by the wonderful colours on display
and by the warmer days and cooler nights. This
has allowed the resident to adventure out before
the winter hibernation starts.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
Once again the resident make me smile, it is
always a delight to see them when I get the
chance. I also love to have laugh with them.
Some fun things coming up at your village
Orange, had a few Festivals on: like the Banjo
Paterson Australian Poetry Festival, that is
held in February, so if you have a love for
poetry, it may be worth a trip to Orange next
February 2024. Anzac Day will be celebrated,
the residents to have a lovely morning tea
with Louise’s home-made Anzac biscuits. For
the winter months there were a number of
attractions at the Winter Festival which runs
from the 4th-6th August.
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VILLAGE WRAP UP continued
Rosedale by Teman
Jon Folbigg
NSW
What’s been happening in your village?
With Christmas and new year celebrations a
distant memory and the Australia Day village BBQ
another great success, our focus has been on
monthly lunches and bus trips either run by our
busy social committee or by management. The bus
trips are always very popular with residents where
they have enjoyed walks around heritage listed
towns, enjoyed fish and chips by the waterfront or
sampled wines at the Hunter valley vineyards which
are close on our doorstep. We have welcomed new
residents and their pets this year both of which are
enjoying the slower pace of Teman village life.
Highview by Teman
Karen Kelly
QLD
What’s been happening in your village?
We had the Teman Christmas Party in December
which was a wonderful lunch with a great
attendance by residents. The Social Committee
put on a free BBQ for Residents for Australia Day
along with Trivia in January.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
There is always so much laughter coming from
Friday afternoon darts, they have the best time. I
wish I could join them instead of doing my work. I
don’t mind a game of darts myself.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
Due to construction work being carried out by
our neighbours next door we have had several
snakes in various places within the village in the
last few months and although this hasn’t made
me laugh, I know that Hazel my admin assistant
and the residents have been amused by the
spectacle of watching me remove them.
hot
stuff
Some fun things coming up at your village
We look forward to putting on events such as the
Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea where we
hope to raise more money than last year. Some
winter warmer lunches are on our agenda too.
A big favourite amongst the residents is a filled
baked potato, pizza or delicious fish and chips
from Dora Creek local fish and chip shop. Also
more bus trips are planned to local areas such
as the Hunter Wetlands, day trip to Newcastle
or perhaps lunch at Wyong leagues Club at
Wallarah Bay overlooking the water.
Some fun things coming up at your village
June will be a charity appeal to collect blankets
for homeless. Crime prevention & cyber safety
talk in July for Coffee with a Cop. We will have a
First Aid talk about defibrillator use in August.
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VILLAGE WRAP UP continued
Beacham by Teman
Carly Falconer
QLD
What’s been happening in your village?
We held our first Trivia night, which was a huge
success and a great night had by all. It was a
fantastic turn out of residents, staff, family, and
friends. The night kicked off with pizza for dinner
followed by Trivia questions prepared and run by
one of our residents, heads & tails games, and
many laughs.
Australia day the social committee held a
BBQ, with all things Australian. Sausage sizzle,
damper, and lamingtons. Picnic in the Village was
a fun day with sandwiches, wraps, fruit, and ice
cream, followed by garden games of connect 4,
quartz, bocce and darts. Thursday residents (and
staff) look forward to the ice cream truck visiting
our Village and the last few months of warm
weather here in Gladstone makes for the perfect
excuse to treat ourselves.
Something that has made you smile at
your village
I just love the banter with the residents and every
day someone makes me laugh with their humour.
My heart is full every Monday at the Teman
morning tea, seeing the anticipation of what I will
bring out to eat and seeing this event grow. Happy
hour on Wednesday is also gaining more and
more interest from residents, where they come
together for a chat, laugh, a drink and everyone
brings a plate to share.
Some fun things coming up at your village
We have several information events coming up
in the middle of the year, The Biggest Morning
Tea to be held in May, the Winter appeal in June,
Women’s & Men’s health. The half yearly Teman
event will be held in June which is always a lot
of fun along with our monthly Teman BBQ’s and
cook ups.
welcome
to teman
welcome
home
always
among
friends
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Get in touch
The Vines by Teman
38 Hickey Street
Cessnock NSW 2325
(02) 4990 4386
thevinesbyteman.com.au
Highview
41 High Street
Forest Lake QLD 4078
(07) 3879 6577
highviewbyteman.com.au
Lakeside by Teman
194 Old Mandurah Rd
Ravenswood WA 6208
(08) 9537 8200
lakesidebyteman.com.au
Rosedale by Teman
28 Deaves Road
Cooranbong NSW 2265
(02) 4977 2257
rosedalebyteman.com.au
Beacham by Teman
28 Marten St
South Gladstone QLD 4680
(07) 4979 0866
beachambyteman.com.au
The Rise by Teman
76 Ridgewood Blvd
Ridgewood WA 6030
(08) 9305 1884
therisebyteman.com.au
Ridge Estate by Teman
48 Ryan’s Road
Gillieston Heights NSW 2321
(02) 4932 8588
ridgeestatebyteman.com.au
Fitzroy by Teman
14 Pauline Martin Dr
Rockhampton QLD 4700
(07) 4927 9665
fitzroybyteman.com.au
Bluestone by Teman
259 Anson Street
Orange NSW 2800
1800 836 262
bluestonebyteman.com.au