The Rise by Teman 20th Birthday Book

happy 

birthday 

Dear Residents & Staff 

It is with great joy and excitement that I wish to 

extend my heartfelt congratulations to each and 

every one of you for the 20th Birthday of The 

Rise. There is nothing like purchasing a lifestyle 

village during the middle of a global pandemic, 

and it has been a great privilege to bring The 

Rise into the Teman family. 

I remember when I first visited The Rise and 

had to quarantine in a hotel for 14 days before 

I could meet everyone. But it was a great 

pleasure meeting so many residents and 

listening to your stories. From the moment I 

came to The Rise, I knew that it was a special 

place, filled with people who were passionate 

about creating a community that was 

welcoming, supportive, and fun. 

As I look back over the years, I am struck by 

how much we have accomplished together. We 

have built a vibrant community that is filled 

with laughter, kindness, and warmth. We have 

supported each other through difficult times, 

offering a helping hand or a listening ear 

whenever it was needed. 

And through it all, we have remained committed 

to the values that make The Rise such a 

special place. We are a community that values 

diversity, inclusivity, and respect. We are 

a community that believes in the power of 

connection and the importance of supporting 

one another. 

As we celebrate our 20th birthday, I want to 

take a moment to thank each and every one of 

you for the role you have played in creating this 

incredible community. Whether you have called 

it home from the beginning or have joined us 

more recently, you have helped to shape The 

Rise into the welcoming and supportive place 

that it is today. 

I am honoured to be a part of this community, 

and I look forward to many more years of working 

together to make The Rise an even better place 

to call home. Thank you for your kindness, your 

generosity, and your unwavering commitment to 

making The Rise a truly special place. 

Jamie Sterland 

Managing Director 

Teman Communities 

“we are a community 

that believes in the 

power of connection” 

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20 years of 

fond memories 

Margaret and Eddie Baldwin 

Villa 71 

Margaret and Eddie Baldwin, the dynamic 

duo, have been living at The Rise for the past 

20 years. 

They’ve seen the community grow and evolve 

over the years, and have many fond memories. 

When Margaret and Eddie first stumbled upon 

The Rise, they were immediately drawn to the 

free standing, brick and tile villas, and the fact 

that many of their friends were already living 

in the area. They knew they had found their 

perfect home. 

Living in a gated community has given them an 

added sense of security, and they can rest easy 

knowing they’re in a safe environment. They’ve 

also had a blast attending all of the fun events 

put on by the community, like the Melbourne 

Cup event and the Village & Rhythm night. 

Margaret even started her own tap-dancing 

group called the Nanna Tappers! 

For anyone thinking about moving to a 

retirement village, Margaret and Eddie suggest 

doing it sooner rather than later, so you can 

fully enjoy all the events and amenities. And 

while aging can be scary, living in a village like 

this has helped them realise that they’re not 

alone in getting older. 

Margaret and Eddie’s story is a beautiful 

testament to the joys and benefits of living in 

a retirement village. Congratulations to The 

Rise on their 20-year anniversary, and here’s 

to many more years of happy residents like 

Margaret and Eddie. 

But what Margaret and Eddie cherish most 

about living in The Rise are the friendships 

they’ve made and the social life they have. 

They’ve formed lifelong bonds with their 

neighbours, and always have someone to chat 

with or lean on. 

“a testament to the joys 

and benefits of living in a 

retirement village.” 


moving 

to the rise 

Harvey Bell 

Resident Committee Chairperson 

Looking towards the future, Harvey has set 

goals for the upcoming year. He wants to 

ensure that all residents are informed of their 

rights and responsibilities for their future 

tenure at the village. Additionally, he hopes that 

all social groups will feel comfortable bringing 

forward any issues to the Resident Committee 

to improve their lifestyle and enable more 

residents to be involved in using the facilities. 

Safety is always the committee’s first priority 

when making decisions. 

Harvey Bell found his perfect home at The 

Rise by Teman. After years of searching for the 

right lifestyle village, Harvey finally stumbled 

upon The Rise. The brick and tile villas, the 

proximity to his family, and the amazing lifestyle 

amenities convinced him that this was the 

place for him to call home. 

Harvey quickly became involved in the 

community and spent six months on the 

Resident Committee. His passion for the village 

inspired him to apply for the Chairperson’s 

position and he was thrilled to be elected. As 

Chairperson, Harvey has learned that change 

can be challenging, but with the committee’s 

knowledge and expertise, they can make 

forward-thinking decisions that benefit the 

entire community. 

Despite the challenges, Harvey loves being 

the Chairperson of the Resident Committee. 

He enjoys meeting more residents and finding 

common ground to make the village better. He 

is especially proud of the committee members 

whose work has been to a very high standard. 

He also expresses gratitude to all the village 

volunteers who run the events that make the 

community what it is today. 

As The Rise by Teman celebrates its 20th 

anniversary, Harvey reflects on the memories, 

achievements, and contributions of its 

members. The village remains a place where 

seniors can live comfortably, safely, and with 

a sense of community. Congratulations to The 

Rise on this amazing milestone! 

The committee’s most successful initiative has 

been involving all members and pooling their 

expertise to tackle problems within the village, 

together with the support of management. From 

solar power to the swimming pool, their input 

has helped with forward planning and ensured 

that the village facilities remain at a high 

standard. 

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village 

manager 

Ciara Purcell 

Village Manager 

Ciara’s career has been nothing short of 

impressive! From Village Administrator to 

Assistant Village Manager, and finally to Village 

Manager, each role has given her a unique 

perspective on the village’s needs. But what 

Ciara loves most about her job is seeing the 

residents happy and thriving in their retirement. 

The village has become a tight-knit community 

where like-minded individuals engage in 

activities and socialise with each other - it’s the 

perfect place to be if you’re over 65! 

During her time at The Rise, Ciara’s perspective 

on aging has shifted. She’s seen how active and 

social residents in their 80s and 90s can be. 

Retirement living truly opens up a whole world 

of possibilities, and Ciara is grateful for the 

opportunity to be a part of The Rise by Teman. 

She’s excited to see what the future holds for the 

village! 

Ciara even knows what she would do if she were 

a resident herself. She would take part in all the 

activities the village has to offer, especially aqua 

aerobics, Zumba, and walking classes. And let’s 

not forget the themed social events! Ciara loves 

getting dressed up and having a good time. 

When new residents move in feeling anxious and 

nervous about their decision, Ciara shares her 

most heart-warming story. As they settle in and 

find their favourite activities, they start building 

friendships and feeling like they made the right 

choice. 

If Ciara could pick any celebrity to visit the 

village, she’d invite Mary Berry to hold a 

workshop for all the wonderful bakers in the 

community. And since pets are an important 

part of many seniors’ lives, Ciara would also love 

to have Chris Brown, the renowned veterinarian, 

conduct a workshop on pet care or elderly pets. 

Ciara has some excellent advice for anyone 

considering retirement living - don’t wait! If 

you’re thinking about it, you’re already halfway 

there. Take the leap when the time feels 

right. Retirement living opens up so many 

opportunities for seniors to be young again. 


Village Manager – continued 

“Retirement living opens up 

so many opportunities for 

seniors to be young again.” 

from the 

beginning 

Cathy Nicolle 

WA Sales Manager 

I have had the pleasure of watching The Rise 

community grow from a humble paddock to the 

vibrant and beautiful community it is today. I 

vividly remember the first sales rep working out 

of a makeshift office, passionately sharing the 

vision of what The Rise could be. Being part of 

the team since 2005, and becoming the selling 

consultant in 2012, has allowed me to witness 

the evolution of The Rise firsthand. 

From the very beginning, The Rise has attracted 

strong interest and it’s no surprise why. The 

location is simply perfect, with so many amenities 

at your fingertips. It’s no wonder that word-ofmouth 

and referrals from happy residents have 

been a major factor in its success. 

When it comes to lifestyle villages, The Rise 

is a true success story. As someone who is 

passionate about this community, I can see 

how it’s a wonderful and fun place to live. The 

beautiful surroundings are just the cherry on 

top. But, what truly makes The Rise special is 

the community of people who call it home. It’s 

amazing to see friendships being formed later in 

life and The Rise is the perfect place to facilitate 

these connections. 

If I had to describe The Rise in three words, I 

would choose friendly, beautifully maintained, 

and fun. The social events organised by resident 

volunteers are always a hit, and everyone is 

always included. It’s no wonder that The Rise has 

become a haven for anyone looking for a vibrant 

and welcoming community in which to live. 

Lastly, I want to wish everyone a happy birthday! 

It’s a privilege to be a part of this wonderful 

community and I’m looking forward to many more 

years of happiness and friendship at The Rise. 


village 

bowls 

Bowls after 20 years of Village Life 

In 2007/8, bowling green was laid on the 

ground where residents had held their first 

Christmas party. Kangaroos even came to 

watch the first Happy Hours on the clubhouse 

verandah! Since then, the Bowling Group has 

become a tight-knit social group, finding fun, 

friendship, and exercise through playing bowls. 

They’re not just a bowling club, but a sub-group 

of residents who belong to all sorts of different 

groups. 

In the early days, five ladies and loyal treasurer 

Peter Reynolds organised matches against 

other villages like Harbourside, Cambrai, and 

later Kingsway Court. But the original carpet 

was rough and scratched the bowls, so a new 

all-weather surface was miraculously laid in 

June 2015. What a difference! Later that same 

year, the group installed lights over the green, 

which enabled residents to play at night during 

the hot months of December to April. Night 

Bowls thrived and is still enjoyed today. 

In November 2018, the group 

celebrated 10 years of village bowling 

with a fun day of wacky bowling such 

as through your legs or masked. All 

and sundry were invited, and even the 

management staff took part. 

Covid came in 2020 as a different 

adversary, but since bowling is an 

outdoor sport, it was able to continue 

with a few new rules to obey, like 

sanitising mats and chairs and 

maintaining distance. Thankfully, things 

are back to normal now, and the game 

continues to provide residents with fun, 

friendship, and exercise. 

When the ladies organising things became 

weary, Peter Whittle offered to run things but 

sadly became ill before he could oblige. Ray 

Morrell took his place and gathered around him 

a committee of people with skills in the areas 

required. Since then, the group has thrived 

with social days and internal competitions 

like men’s and ladies’ pairs or triples and with 

the matches against other village adversaries 

continuing. 


Village Bowls – continued 

“the members of the 

Bowling Group have 

formed themselves into a 

tight knit social group” 


Village Bowls – continued 

“the game continues to 

provide residents with fun, 

friendship, and exercise” 


craft 

group 

The Craft Group has been knitting and crocheting for years, and we love getting together every 

Wednesday for a cuppa and a good chat. Our crafty creations are displayed on our “Craft Table” and 

are available for purchase at a very reasonable cost. All funds raised go towards covering the cost of 

materials, and any surplus money is donated to three different charities each year. Last Christmas, 

we were thrilled to donate $3000 and some cozy blankets to those in need. It’s incredibly fulfilling to 

see our hard work make a difference in the world. If you’re looking to join a fun and friendly group of 

crafters, we would love to have you! Come along and join in on the fun. 

margaret 

& bill 


lue tree 

project 

book 

club 

Have you ever wondered what to do with a 

tree that has seen better days? 

Instead of saying goodbye to it, a group of 

clever residents at The Rise by Teman came up 

with a fantastic idea. They decided to give it a 

makeover and turn it into a Blue Tree! You might 

be wondering what a Blue Tree is. Well, it’s part 

of a global movement that has over 600 trees 

around the world painted blue, from Australia to 

England and the USA. The Blue Tree Project was 

inspired by the sad story of Jayden Whyte, who 

struggled with mental health issues and didn’t 

receive the support he needed. The project aims 

to raise awareness about mental health and 

encourage people to have hard conversations 

and seek help if they are feeling down. 

The Blue Tree Project wants to be part of a 

change that informs the healthcare system 

of where it’s failing people. The blue trees 

painted across the nation can act as a visual 

reminder to check in with friends and family 

and to break down the stigma surrounding 

mental health. By spreading the paint and the 

message that help is available, the project 

hopes to make it okay to not be okay and break 

down the stigma that is still largely attached to 

mental health. 

Welcome to The Rise Book Club. 

Our group of 12-14 bookworms has a unique 

approach to enjoying literature. Once a month, 

we gather together to share our current reads 

and lead discussions. It’s a great way to 

discover new books and make new friends. 

During our meetings, we also enjoy a lovely 

afternoon tea, with each member taking turns 

to bring something delicious to share. With 

such a diverse group, we are exposed to a wide 

range of genres, from romance to mystery and 

everything in between. 

We’re proud to say that six of our members 

have been with us for over 10 years, but we 

always welcome new faces. So, if you’re looking 

to join a fun and engaging book club, look no 

further than The Rise Book Club. 

The message behind the blue tree is all about 

being okay with feeling blue and reminding 

everyone that it’s totally okay to not be okay. 

Our amazing residents Bob Harrison, Debbie 

Bartle, Russ Bartle & Mal McFarlane, even 

added an RUOK sign to the mix! The blue paint 

was bought with the recycling money collected 

by Dick Sloan, who takes cans and bottles to 

our local recycle centre, and the hobby shed 

donated the rest of the funds. This was truly 

a group effort and a remarkable initiative. So 

next time you see a Blue Tree, take a moment 

to check in with yourself and your loved ones. 

And remember, it’s okay to not be okay. 

www.bluetreeproject.com.au 



cats 

& dogs 

A tribute to the furry residents of our village 

Ellaine Jopling 

Toffee, Chloe, Pretzel, Harley, Gabby, Dorry, 

Mitch, Katie and Tippy are the names I 

remember well as the beautiful dogs who 

kept my husband entertained in the final and 

difficult months of his life. These delightful dogs 

and their thoughtful owners came along every 

afternoon to visit David for a pat and tasty treat 

(the dogs, not the owners!) The photos paint 

a picture better than words. I’m sure Jo, Dot, 

Joan, Sandra, Colleen, Peter, Gordon and Erna 

know how much they were appreciated! 

Some of us will remember homeless cat Cindy 

who provided a much needed tonic for David 

when she chanced upon him one day. Although 

very timid at first, David soon gained her trust 

and they became firm friends. 

The dogs and Cindy mixed well generally but 

sometimes Cindy needed to do the superior cat 

thing and give them a “right paw hook”! But, 

there were no hard feelings. The dogs took it in 

their stride. 

Joan B. saw a need in the winter months to 

protect Cindy from the cold, so she made a 

Cindy-approved, comfy ‘cubby house’. 

When David left us, Cindy was kindly taken in by 

our neighbours Bob and Marg and she became 

their cat. It was opportune for them as their old 

and dear cat, William, had sadly died. He was 

‘bold and beautiful’! 

It seems as if stray cats decide to “adopt” we 

unsuspecting humans as new caretakers. My 

thoughts go to a big, brown and fluffy lost soul 

that chose Maureen and Doug. She charmed 

them completely and gently encouraged them 

to share their tuna - much to Doug’s disgust! 

Noah, grandson of Sandra and Bernie, liked to 

cart her around under his arm. It was mutual 

adoration. 

Subsequently this gorgeous girl was found to 

have an identifying chip which revealed her 

name to be ‘Kitty’. She was 11 years old. 

Somehow Kitty had lost her owners and was 

on the lookout for new ones. She was always 

assured of finding breakfast at my house and 

lunch and dinner at various other locations in 

The Rise, especially Maureen and Doug’s Villa! 

Some of the dogs who will greet you around 

the village are Riley, Bella, Pretzel, Max, Harley, 

Chloe x 3, Rosie, Cooper, Holly, Daisy, Sookie, 

Champ, Rusty, Sophie x3, Ryvita, Amber, Bob, 

Suzie, Dexter, Penny, Katie, Elliott (the dancer), 

Nigel, Honey, Tyler, Ollie, Miri and Lucky. The 

greyhounds, the new and elegant look in 

the village, provide sport for the little dogs - 

they run through their legs! If you’re special 

and lucky, Notorious may bestow on you an 

approving look as he drives through the village 

with his owner. 

Dogs are great! If you want to de-stress, I urge 

you to join the dogs and their owners at the 

“dog run” in the afternoons. You will meet dogs 

of all shapes, sizes, colours and personalities. 

They will delight you. 

Of course, we will never forget those canines 

and felines who are not with us anymore. (If I 

have left out some names please forgive me.) 


Cats & Dogs – continued 


thank you to all 

our volunteers 

The Rise is a special place where magic 

happens every day. It’s a vibrant community, 

a social hub where people come together to 

connect, socialise, and have fun. And one of the 

key ingredients that makes The Rise so special 

is the army of volunteers who give up their time 

and energy to make it all possible. 

From the Biggest Morning Tea to the Melbourne 

Cup, from Remembrance Day to Anzac Day, our 

volunteers are there, making sure everything 

runs smoothly and everyone has a great time. 

They’re the ones who set up the tables, pour 

the tea, and serve the food. They’re the ones 

who make sure the bar is stocked and the 

drinks are cold. They ensure the bowls group 

have tournaments and interclub games. They’re 

the ones who clean up after everyone else and 

make sure everything is ready for the next event. 

So, to all of the volunteers who have given 

up their time over the years, we want to say 

thank you. Thank you for your hard work, your 

dedication, and your kindness. Thank you for 

making The Rise the special place that it is 

today. 

And to anyone who is thinking about 

volunteering, we say this: do it! It’s one of the 

most rewarding things you can do. You’ll make 

new friends, learn new skills, and make a real 

difference in the lives of others. So come on 

down to The Rise and join our amazing team 

of volunteers. 

But it’s not just the big events that our 

volunteers make possible. It’s the little things 

too. Like the hobby shed where people can 

come and work on their projects, or the monthly 

social events where people can come and catch 

up with old friends and make new ones. It’s 

the cooking and cleaning and organising that 

goes on behind the scenes, making sure that 

everything is just right. 

And all of this hard work and dedication has 

paid off. The Rise is now a thriving social 

hub that brings so much joy and happiness 

to so many people. It’s a place where people 

can come together, no matter their age or 

background, and feel like they belong. 


a tale of two 

hairdressers 

Sharon 

Karen 

Sharon is a hair stylist extraordinaire! Since 

2008, she’s been cutting and styling hair at The 

Rise, and it all started with a nudge from her 

friend Lisa Connolly, the village manager at the 

time. Sharon introduced herself to the residents 

over coffee, and before she knew it, Thursday 

became her regular day at the salon. 

Sharon’s had so many great experiences with 

her clients over the years, but one of the most 

memorable was when Pat Chamberlain of Unit 

39 asked her to shave all her hair off in aid of 

Breast Cancer Awareness. And it was a huge 

success - Pat raised over $2500! 

But it’s not just about the hair - Sharon loves 

getting to know her clients, listening to their 

stories, and having a good laugh with them. 

She feels like they’re preparing her for what’s 

to come in life, and she appreciates their 

company. 

Of course, it’s not always easy seeing her 

clients slow down due to injury or illness, 

but Sharon is always eager to help. She even 

offers to visit their homes if they can’t make 

it to the salon. After all, she knows that when 

we look good, we feel good too! 

Sharon is so grateful for all the clients she’s 

met at The Rise, and she can’t wait to meet 

many more in the years to come. 

Karen is a hairdresser with over 40 years of 

experience! For the past 13 years, she’s been 

styling the hair of the lovely residents at The 

Rise. Karen’s story at The Rise began in a 

unique way - her husband, Paul, was working 

on some plumbing and gas works in the village 

and noticed that the salon was empty. Karen 

then approached the management to rent the 

salon and has been serving the community ever 

since. 

Karen has seen it all, including some unusual 

hairstyle requests. She once had a client who 

asked her to cut their hair short to make it look 

longer - now that’s creative thinking! But Karen 

is always up for a challenge and adapts to every 

client’s needs. 

Working with elderly clients can be challenging, 

but Karen knows that good communication and 

listening to their needs is key to getting a good 

outcome. She takes the time to understand 

each client and their individual needs to create 

a hairstyle that they’ll love. 

To top it all off, Karen’s most memorable 

compliment came from a client who told her 

that strangers would stop them in the street 

and ask where they got their hair done, even 

wanting to take a photo! For Karen, this is the 

ultimate compliment and a testament to her 

skill and dedication to her craft. 

Aside from her amazing hairdressing skills, 

Karen is also a great listener and loves hearing 

the life stories of her clients. It’s no surprise 

that she’s heard many funny stories over the 

years, which always brighten her day. Karen’s 

clients are getting older, but they all strive to 

keep up with modern styles and look their best. 

Karen’s most common request is whether she 

does face lifts, which she has to explain that 

she’s a hairdresser, not a plastic surgeon. But 

Karen takes every request seriously and listens 

to her clients’ needs to ensure they are happy 

with the outcome. 


what were you 

doing when you 

were 20? 

David Loraine 

My hair might be shorter 

and grey now but I still 

have my exceedingly good 

looks and wit! 

Dot Smith 

I was pregnant with my 

first child and he was 

born on my 21st Birthday. 

Clare Dixon 

At that time I was working 

as a ‘Girl Friday’ in an 

office for an Electrical 

Company in North Perth. 

Ellaine Jopling 

I was holidaying in London 

with a lot of stuff on my 

shoulders. 

Ray Lamb 

Alice Lamb 

David Huxley 

Chris Jones 

Engaged to be married. 

Engaged to be married. 

At the Royal Air Force. 

Getting married. 

Ruth Hutchinson 

Dawn Dargie 

Cameron & Marion Roberts 

Barb & Doug Watson 

Bob Harrison 

Ann Klemm 

Ciara Purcell 

Cheryl Schell 

The year I turned 20, my 

girlfriend Helen and I 

sailed to Southampton on 

the ship “Canberra” for a 

working holiday. We stayed 

in London for awhile and 

worked, then bought 

a little car and toured 

Europe for 4 months. 

I was working at Kwolyn 

Hotel as a cook. I got 

married at 20 and went 

to live on a farm with my 

husband Alf in Ardoth. 

We belonged to many 

sporting/social groups. 

Then settled down and 

had 4 kids. 

We were in Papua New 

Guinea. Marion was 

with the Australian 

High Commission and 

Cameron was working with 

helicopters in oil and gas 

exploration out in the bush. 

We pretty much spent 

most of the ‘80s in PNG. 

At 20 we were getting 

married. We have been 

married 66 years, known 

each other 71 years and 

still living happily in our 

villa at the Rise by Teman 

for 18 years. 

The year I turned 20 was 

the year my father passed 

away. I had just ‘bombed 

out’ of Pharmacy studies 

when I realised the idea 

of my life being spent 

listening to everyone’s 

ailments was not my 

scene. I started my 

surveying studies which 

was on the job being away 

in the bush, fresh air and 

sunshine. An ideal start to 

an enjoyable life. 

At 20 I was a young 

married mum of 2 boys. 

My husband was a 

teacher and we lived in 

Dumbleyung. This was not 

long after Campbell had 

broken the speed limit 

on the lake. Great place, 

great memories, fantastic 

people and happy times. 

When I was 20 I was living 

in Dublin and working 

full time doing medical 

administration in a 

paediatric hospital. I had 

just bought my first home 

on the outskirts of Dublin 

city and we got engaged 

on Christmas Day. I went 

on holiday to Tenerife 

& Mallorca that year 

(buying a house was very 

stressful) 

At 20 I was working in 

Perth as an Orthopaedic 

Secretary at Royal Perth 

Hospital. During that 

year, I met my future 

husband Mort, who 

proposed to me after 

just one month (still 

happily married 54 years 

later!) and spent the rest 

of that year preparing 

and organising for our 

wedding and becoming a 

farmer’s wife. 

Bev Jenkinson 

I lived in Collie from 

when I was born 1936 & 

married 1956 when I was 

20. We moved to Perth in 

1960. 

Ena Beaty 

I took this photo of myself 

to send to my husband 

Ken who was in Germany 

doing his National 

Service. 

Michael Papadopoff 

At 20 I just completed a 

4 year apprenticeship as 

a motor body builder at 

Scarborough Bus service 

Mt Hawthorn. 

Syd & Judy Harman 

When I was 20, Syd and I 

were married with our first 

born son Brian who was 6 

months old. 

Debbie Freind 

Colin Freind 

Allan Ellies 

Beverley French 

I was pregnant with our 

first child. 

All about racing karts and 

motor bikes. 

At 20 I was working with 

my dad - cultured pearls. 

In the last year of nursing 

training. 

Margaret & Bill Allen Karen & Paul Hannigan Sally Hagger 



Grant Cummings 

Fiona Watson 

Vicki Ellyard 

James Mitchell 

John Greenhill 

Bev & Mike Allen 

Dennis Robbins 

Stephen Phillips 

When I was young and 

fearless, I took up the art 

of Karate, in Masterton on 

the North Island of New 

Zealand. 

When I was 20 I was in 

my first year of teaching 

year 2’s at Sir Harry 

Johnston Primary School 

in Zomba Nyasaland (now 

Malawi). 

When I was 20 I was 

working in a pharmacy 

having fun going out. I 

got engaged and was a 

bridesmaid for my sisters 

wedding. 

I was working in London in 

the film industry working 

on various feature films, 

tv commercials, special 

effects, animated films 

and documentaries. 

At aged 20, I was at sea 

aboard HMAS Junee, a 

mine sweeping Corvette 

of 80 odd crew, in the 

vicinity of the Montebello 

Islands. 

Enjoying a night out in the 

city. Mike and Bev met on 

Rottnest Island & the rest 

is history. 

I was on Christmas 

Island as part of the 

British Defence Force. We 

witnessed the testing of 4 

atom bombs in the Pacific 

Ocean. 

In my 20’s I joined the 

RAAF where as you can 

see they taught me how 

to dress in a manner 

befitting an officer and 

gentleman. 

Gabriel Soto 

Marie-Louise 

Kay & Graham Paterson 

Geri Mitchell 

Lynn Dunn 

Wally & Denise Bray 

Kath Hill 

Suzette Warren 

Stayed at ‘el tentente’ 

Braden Copper Co at 

Sewell, copper mine in 

Chile. 


studying physiotherapy 

here in Perth having just 

moved from Melbourne 

with my parents. 

We met in 1962 when 

working together at the 

repatriation Department 

in Perth. 

I was working as an 

Auditor for Lever Bros in 

London and got married 

to James. Getting ready 

to pack up and come to 

Australia. 

When I was twenty, I 

met and fell in love with 

a wonderful man, John. 

This photo was taken at 

the Pharmacy ball. My life 

in my twenties consisted 

of playing netball, 

basketball, surfing and 

swimming. 

The year I turned 20 

was the year that I got 

married. My parents were 

very against the marriage 

as the man is a pen 

pusher and all our family 

came from artisans & 

tradesman. 


married to Roland who 

I met at Primary School. 

We had our eldest 

daughter, Anne and I was 

a first time Mum. The 

photo was taken on the 

day of her christening. 

This photo of me was 

taken in 1973 aged 20 

just before I travelled 

overseas for 1 year 

backpacking around 

England and Europe. I 

was single and employed 

as a hairdresser. 

Cathy Nicolle 

David Mudge 

Ian & Sue Taylor 

Fay & John Ashley 

At 20 I was driving a 

lime green second- hand 

Mazda 3 station Wagon, 

that cost $749. It was 

more of a lemon though. 

Started saving to buy my 

first investment home -a 

beautiful Federation Style 

Unit in Chapman Street in 

Bassendean. 

At 20 years of age 

my twin brother and I 

worked as apprentices 

in the Devonport Royal 

dockyard. A few years 

later I went to Bath 

to work in the MOD 

headquarters. There I 

met Janet and as we both 

liked sport, particularly 

tennis, it was impossible 

not to be attracted to a 

girl in a tennis skirt. 

Sue and Ian were 

married in 1973 while 

on a working holiday in 

Australia for 18 months. 

Sue was 23 and Ian 

27. Sue would often tell 

people that Ian had the 

holiday and she had the 

work. The jury is still out 

on that one. 

“married and with a 

baby on the way” 

John and I turned 20 

in the same year just 

6 months apart. We 

were busy planning our 

wedding. Most weekend 

we went water skiing 

with a group of friends 

at Timburra Lake near 

Cairns. We both got quite 

good quickly but of course 

John was better taking 

more risks. 

Maureen Dobson 

I went to London and 

Europe on a working 

holiday. 

Joan Smith 

Getting married to my late 

husband. 

Fiske Warren 

I was living and working 

in London, single and had 

just passed my driving test. 

Barry Cole 

Groomsman at my best 

friend’s wedding. 

Michael Limmer 

I was an up and coming 

bank officer. 

Peter Cranidge 

Shirley & Ken Pack 

We got married and 

celebrating our 60th 

wedding anniversary this 

October. 


Mike & Audrey Travel 

Margaret Eardley 

Natalia Martins 

Neil Armstrong 

Sharon Holden 

John Rogie 

Trevor Beal 

Penny Beal 

A parade lap at Brayfield 

stadium in Northampton 

in England. 

The year I turned 20 is 

the year when I married 

my beloved Barry. 

I was in Morocco as a tour 

guide. 

Photo taken in the spring 

of 1969 ‘mulsing lambs’ 

on my parents farm in WA. 

Me and my mam before I 

emigrated to Australia. 

I got married at 20. 

Here I am at one of the 

balls we attended. 

At one of the many balls 

we attended in our 20s. 

Pat Paterson 

Ray Dalglish 

Nicky Beaty 

Nigel Brown 

Tony Martins 

Pamela Phillips 

Fran & Harvey Bell 

Graham & Rosemary Wilson 

My life was all about 

sewing up dresses. 

Making my own 

dresses and dancing 

at Canterbury court on 

Saturday nights. 


working as an insurance 

clerk for WAICO Insurance 

co. I had a beautiful 

girlfriend (Helen) who I 

married when I was 23. 

I used to go to indie clubs 

at weekends, more than 

discos, my choice of 

music dictated that, i.e. 

David Bowie, Japan and 

Bauhaus. 

I was 20 years old when 

this photo was taken. It’s 

not a police mugshot. 

It was for my discharge 

and identity books when I 

joined the navy. 

I was in the Portuguese 

Army in Mozambique. 

Cruising the oceans 

learning to party and 

drink. 

A Saturday night out in 

our 20’s. 

Got married at 21 and 

lived in England. 

Diane Harrison 

Kerry & Jan Eustance 

Dawn Mitchell 

Mort Schell 

Neville Roylance 

Singing opera in Australia 

- the opera’s name is 

Rigaletto. 

Heather Leaver 

Worked as a typist clerk 

in Melbourne. Played 

tennis, basketball and did 

ballroom dancing twice a 

week. 

Renee Currie 

This photo was taken on 

my first night out since I 

had my daughter. 

Ted Watson 


serving my apprenticeship 

as an electrician on the 

Cam & Motor Goldmine in 

Gatooma Rhodesia (now 

Zimbabwe). 

Sandra Livesey 

This photo of me and my 

father was taken at my 

engagement party when I 

was 20. 

Janet Mudge 

At 20 I was employed in 

the Ministry of Defence in 

Bath, UK. At that age I met 

David, my husband at the 

local tennis club in Bath 

and we have now been 

married for 56 years. 

Robyn & Graham Winkleman 

Got married on the 11th 

of June at the Wanneroo 

Shire Garden. 

Rosalie Bermingham 

At around 20 years 

old I was training to be 

a Primacy Teacher at 

Graylands Teacher’s 

College. This photo was 

taken in 1961 at a Stone 

Age Dance. 

20 was the start of my 

married life. Having 

graduated from a 3 

year course at the Perth 

Dental Hospital, I was 

fortunate enough to 

be able to continue in 

my career as the rules 

had just changed which 

meant married women 

could keep working in 

government enterprises. 

Kerry was in the Navy in 

1971 while we were going 

out. Kerry got posted to 

Singapore as a single 

sailor - he inquired if 

this could be changed to 

a married posting and 

before I knew it, we had 

planned a wedding & 

within six months we were 

in Singapore. 

“and then I 

emigrated to 

Australia ” 

Growing up in Melbourne, 

I had just returned from a 

trip to Queensland with a 

girlfriend. It was my first 

trip without parents. Mum 

didn’t recognise me when 

we returned as I had my 

hair cut short and a really 

dark tan. 

Peggy Rudd 

I was living with my 

parents and two sisters in 

Horwick in Vencashire. 

At 20 I spent five months 

travelling around the 

world by ship, train and 

bus with The Young 

Australia League (YAL) 

visiting Hong Kong, Japan, 

Philippines, USA and 

Canada (sponsored by 

Rotary), England, France, 

Switzerland, Italy, India, 

Malaysia and Singapore. 

On 13 July, 1963, my 

20th Birthday, I travelled 

by Bus from Florence to 

Rome enjoying lunch in 

Sienna, being serenaded 

with Happy Birthday, sung 

by the YAL touring party 

and many of the locals in 

the town square. 


hobby 

shed 

Ten years ago, a group of 12 passionate men at 

The Rise came together to start a Hobby Shed, 

but who would have thought it would evolve 

into such a wonderful community hub? Under 

the guidance of the inaugural Chairman, Mike 

Allen, the group started with just $200 from 

four attendees and a $10 annual membership 

fee. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, 

they were awarded a grant of $2,000 from 

the Lottery Commission, which was used 

to purchase equipment and establish the 

workshop. 

But the Hobby Shed is more than just a wood 

and metal shop - it’s a place for socialising, 

staying active, and learning new skills. At The 

Rise, we understand the importance of staying 

connected and engaged, especially as we get 

older. The Hobby Shed has been a fantastic way 

for residents to continue using their skills or 

learn new ones, all while enjoying the company 

of like-minded people. 

The group’s dedication to giving back to the 

community is truly inspiring. Every Christmas, 

the Hobby Shed donates over 500 handmade 

toys to charity. They also love helping their 

fellow residents by restoring chairs or other 

items that have seen better days. But perhaps 

the best part of the Hobby Shed is the laughter 

and camaraderie that fills the air. Whether 

you’re working on a project or taking a coffee 

break, you’re sure to have a great time. 

Thanks to the support of the residents 

committee, Teman management, and 

the funds they’ve raised, the Hobby 

Shed recently underwent a major 

expansion. The metal workshop now 

has its own standalone shed, and a 

new storage shed was built. The project 

took a bit longer than expected due to 

material shortages and Covid-19, but 

the end result is worth it. The wood 

workshop can now accommodate up 

to 15 people at a time, and the metal 

workshop can fit 8. 

We’re so grateful for Mike Allen, who 

has been with the Hobby Shed from the 

beginning. In recognition of his longstanding 

commitment to the group, the 

new metal shed has been named after 

him. “The Mike Allen Shed”. We hope 

that the Hobby Shed at The Rise by 

Teman will continue to be a wonderful 

space for creativity, socialising, and 

staying active for many years to come. 

“honouring Mike’s 

legacy with our group’s 

dedication to giving back.” 


Hobby Shed – continued 


australia day 


keep 

fit classes 

love the 

library 

Jan 

Coordinator of Keep Fit classes 

About 9 years ago, I had a thought that a lot 

of people are unable to get out to join exercise 

groups - so why not arrange one within our 

village. 

I approached Nina who was taking prime mover 

classes, she agreed to come and run the class 

here. 

In taking the idea to management at this time, I 

was so disappointed when they said no. 

Luckily Ray Thompson , who was chairman of the 

residents committee, heard about my request. 

The library at The Rise has survived through the dedication of volunteers that ensure everything is 

in order. As you walk into the library, look up and you’ll see a plaque that reads, Lynn Perry Library. 

Lynn was the first librarian and got things off the ground. Peter Reynolds took over the librarian 

duties and did a fantastic job for many years. When Harvey Bell first laid my eyes on the library, he 

knew that he had to be a part of it. Harvey loves books and he knew a few tweaks he could make 

to the library to make it safer and more accessible to everyone. The top shelf was just too high and 

getting books down from there was an accident waiting to happen. And, the centre island made 

it tough for anyone with mobility issues to navigate their way around. So, with the help of some 

amazing folks like Robin Warnock, Ted Steddy, and the Hobby Shed, they got to work and made 

some changes. They modified the shelving, created more space for books, and made it safer and 

easier to use. All of this was made possible by the Resident Committee who funded the project for 

less than $200.00. And, let’s not forget about our wonderful volunteers who keep the library clean 

and organised. Although they have a small budget of $50.00 per month to purchase new books, it’s 

really the donations from the generous residents that keep the collection growing. Thanks to all of 

you, The Rise library is thriving and continues to be a beloved part of our community. 

He asked me to write a letter stating my reasons 

and he would personally take it to the village 

manager. 

Upon approval and Nina’s enthusiasm for the 

idea, we have been enjoying classes ever since. 

Even during Covid restrictions, we had DVD discs 

made and supplied to every member, so we 

could continue doing our work outs at home. I 

even got Laurie to do it - but he gave up after the 

first effort. 

We are always happy when some ladies come on 

their frames or electric buggies, as that is what 

this class is all about - exercising as much as 

you can. Even if that is only arms, that is good. 

For some, the most beneficial part is meeting up 

with other people and talking. This is achieved 

during the tea/coffee session after the class. 

“You don’t need to be 

lonely at The Rise.” 


line 

dancing 

Pat Paterson 

Villa 50 

In 2008, Renée Nash had a brilliant idea: why 

not start a line dancing class? And who better 

to lead us than the fabulous Sin Bishop from 

Apache Rebels? We were all eager to learn, 

except for Renée and Joan Farrell, who were 

already pros. They graciously taught us the 

ropes until I took over the practice sessions 

later on. 

Val Hodge joined us in 2012, and we made 

great progress under her guidance. However, 

she had to step down in 2019, leaving me to 

reluctantly take over. With the help of Karen 

Makin from Makin Memories Line Dancers, 

I’ve been in charge for four years now! Time 

flies when you’re having fun, but I must admit 

it’s been a bit harder as I’ve grown older. My 

legs don’t move as fast as they used to, but my 

enthusiasm is still going strong. 

Sadly, not many of the original members are 

still here, but Brenda, Teresa, Joan Farrell (not 

shown in the photo), and I are still kicking up 

our heels. I’m always hopeful that someone 

else will take over the reins one day. It’s getting 

harder to keep up with the years and my health, 

but I still believe in the power of line dancing. 

It’s a great way to stay active and agile, and you 

don’t need any fancy equipment or shoes to 

do it. Plus, we’re lucky enough to have one of 

the best dance floors in Perth at The Rise. So, 

come on down and join us! 

graham & 

rosemary 



card 

making 

Sandra Frayne 

Villa 231 

The Card Making group is the place to be if 

you love crafting, scrapbooking and creating 

beautiful cards. Founded in 2008 by the 

talented residents Hilaire Reynolds and Merle 

Illingworth, the group has been a creative 

hub in the village ever since. From humble 

beginnings in a small craft area behind the 

stage, the group quickly grew and moved 

to the main hall to accommodate the many 

enthusiastic members. 

Every Tuesday morning, our lovely ladies meet 

to create stunning cards, share ideas and 

have fun. Once a month, we dedicate a full 

day to scrapbooking, where we get to indulge 

in our passion for creating beautiful pages. 

Our group is very organized - we have a roster 

system for designing and instructing, and 

even for bringing morning tea. We collect a 

small fee of $2.00 each week, which we use to 

purchase new equipment and consumables to 

use in our group. 

One of the highlights of our monthly meetings 

is having a visiting Stampin’ Up demonstrator 

to show us new ideas, equipment, and 

techniques. Our first demonstrator for 5 years 

was Yvonne Pree followed by Kim Kemball 

who has been with us since 2019. Both ladies 

are amazing! We always look forward to Kim’s 

visits, where she brings along a kit for each lady 

to create a unique card. 

We also have a couple of talented ladies who 

display their cards on the village craft table 

for sale to the residents. We welcome any new 

residents to join us on Tuesday mornings and 

discover the joy of creating beautiful cards, 

have a cuppa, and a chat. You don’t need any 

experience - just a love for crafting! 



a royal 

occasion 

Contribution by Ellaine Jopling, Ian 

Taylor and the Residents’ Social Club, 

Chris Jones (photographs) Suzette 

(flowers), and all the residents who 

came along dressed to the nines. 

Tiered elegant cake stands loaded with 

delectable sweet and savoury delicacies 

were to be found on each table. Elegantly 

cut and presented sandwiches, including the 

traditional cucumber variety, were placed on 

Royal Daulton, Royal Albert, Minton and other 

exquisite china. The Ritz London comes to mind 

in describing the room with its many tables set 

so carefully and artistically. It seemed a shame 

to actually eat these works of art but we did! 

Beautiful flower arrangements were hung like 

chandeliers from the ceiling. 

We ask the question, what was this event? 

Well, of course, The Rise by Teman residents 

were celebrating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s 

Platinum Jubilee on Sunday 16th October 2022. 

Thirty-two trees were planted in her honour in 

the village ranging from a variety of flowering 

gums to evergreen Magnolias. 

The opportunity to dress up doesn’t happen 

too often so guests seized upon the 

opportunity to don their best attire in accord 

with the importance of the occasion. There 

were extravagantly decorated hats; sporting 

feathers, beads, jewels and other unique 

embellishments. Some ladies chose the more 

minimalistic trendy fascinator. The menfolk also 

were equally resplendent in their formal wear. 

The Britishness of the occasion was 

emboldened with the presence of the Yeoman 

Wardens (beefeaters from the Tower of 

London!) whilst the London Bobbies patrolled 

the cakes! 

The Hon Tracey Roberts, Linda Aitkin, 

Mayor City of Wanneroo, Councillor Sonet 

and Mr Xavier Coetzee were our attending 

dignitaries who spoke about the significance 

of the occasion. Mr Mal McPherson gave the 

“Welcome to Country” address. 

This exclusive high tea at The Rise was an 

occasion that people still talk about. 

Around the world, thousands of volunteers 

planted more than three million trees and 

saplings. The Queen’s Green Canopy project 

began in March 2021 when her Majesty 

planted a tree with her son. Two years on, it has 

ended with King Charles III planting one with 

his son. 

Following the Queen’s death, however, it was 

extended so more trees could be planted in 

Her late Majesty’s memory. Very recently King 

Charles III, with Prince William by his side, 

thanked all those around the world who had 

honoured his mother for being part of the 

planting. 

Afternoon tea is the most quintessential of 

English customs, thought to date back to the 

7th duchess of Bedford (around 1840) when 

she became “peckish” in the gap between 

lunch and dinner. She definitely had a GRAND 

idea. There were no “peckish” guests at our 

High Tea! 

The piece de resistance was a cake made 

especially for the occasion in shape and colours 

of the Union Jack. A Busby Guard stood over the 

cutting of the cake. 


a day of 

remembrance 

In 2018, The Rise was buzzing with 

excitement as our residents planned a special 

Remembrance Day celebration to honour 

100 years since the end of World War 1. Our 

talented knitters created stunning poppies in 

the colours of red, white, and purple (purple for 

the animals who suffered during that time and 

white for peace). 

One of our residents designed a beautiful 

wooden sign, painted with the number 100, 

which was proudly displayed at the entrance 

of the village with 100 poppies surrounding it. 

It was truly breathtaking and a fitting tribute to 

the fallen. 

Residents showed their national pride by 

decorating their houses with flags from their 

country of origin. The service itself was very 

moving, with a Bag Piper opening the event and 

two Cadets from the Wanneroo Army present to 

assist with the flag raising. 

After the service, we gathered in the gazebo for 

a Village Celebration filled with entertainment 

and activities to mark this unique occasion. 

There was something for everyone, including 

a chocolate wheel with prizes generously 

donated by local businesses and residents, and 

a beautiful quilt made by one of our talented 

residents was raffled off. 

We raised an amazing $922.00 on the day, 

which we donated to Legacy. It was a truly 

special day that brought our community 

together to honour and remember those who 

sacrificed so much for our freedom. 

“Residents showed their 

national pride by decorating 

their houses with flags from 

their country of origin.” 


social 

committee 

Ian Taylor (2017 to 2022) 

Social Co-ordinator 

Hello, I’m Ian! My wife Sue and I moved into the 

village back in 2009 while we were still working 

full time. We quickly made friends and attended 

most functions. It wasn’t until 2017 that I 

became the Social Co-ordinator, and I continued 

in that role until October 2022. 

As soon as I started, I realized that it was too 

big a job to do on my own. That’s why I formed a 

social committee, and we organized one dinner 

dance per month. We were lucky enough to 

secure the services of Pierre from 17Catering 

as our chef. We also introduced a once-a-month 

Sunday roast, which is still very successful. And 

following on with “Pub Grub @the Club” once a 

month on a Friday - a no-frills event. 

Our Saturday dinner dance became either a 

themed night from different countries, such 

as Italy, Germany, and Ireland, or otherwise a 

dress-up for black and white night, Melbourne 

Cup with fancy hats and ties, and Roaring 

20’s with feather boas galore. The money 

made from these events went back into buying 

decorations, like Xmas, Irish & Italian flags & 

memorabilia, cheeseboards and many more 

things to make the functions come alive to 

the theme of the evening. We even went so 

far as myself and Bernie Frayne (the then 

Chairperson) to dress up as elves to accompany 

Father Christmas (Nigel Brown) in bringing gifts 

of chocolates to the tables. 

One of our greatest achievements was the 

Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee High Tea. 

We catered for 140 people, and the tables 

were set to a high standard with china cups 

and saucers, tiered cake stands, and elegant 

teapots. Suzette Warren had decorated many 

flower arrangements, from swags and hanging 

circular garlands to posies and bouquets – a big 

job to compliment the room, bringing that garden 

party feel. The ambiance was enhanced by some 

of the residents’ wearing costumes, including 

a Beefeater, Welsh Guard, Keeper of the Crown 

Jewels, and even a Queen Anne and King along 

with two English bobbies to keep the peace. 

In early 2020, COVID struck WA and the village, 

with all facilities going into lockdown a couple of 

times. When we re-opened, it was with restricted 

numbers, which was a challenge as with low 

numbers it was hard to break even. But we 

pushed on and came out the other side still with 

our heads above water. Our first lockdown was 

over the Easter holidays, with residents’ spirits 

down. So, we did our first Easter egg delivery. 

This was very much appreciated and has 

become an annual event. 

Lastly, I want to thank the social committee, 

which varied over the years during my time. My 

wife Sue did all my computer work, including 

advertising of events, table lists, and minutes 

and notes for me. Sandra Frayne was my 

deputy, Nigel Brown was the muscles of the 

team, Wendy Johnson, Marg Albert, Janette 

Arndt, Laurie Campbell, Ken Smallwood, Neville 

Roylance, Vicky Armstrong, Paul Fleming, 

Heather Brine, Noeleen Engelbrecht, Mike & Lyn 

Corrigan and many others helped out at times 

when needed. Especially the then Chairperson 

Bernie Frayne who always helped to set up and 

breakdown. A big thank you to them all. If I have 

missed anybody, I apologise. 

When I was retiring as Social Co-ordinator, no 

one was interested in the position until a new 

resident came to see me and indicated that they 

would like to know more and what was involved. 

I explained it all to them, and they spoke with 

the present committee and duly took over. That 

was Jan & Kerry Eustance who are doing a good 

job to date in their first year, so please continue 

supporting them as you supported me. 






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