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Welcome to
Living Gems

SIMPLY LIFECHANGING RESORTS
FOR ACTIVE OVER 50S.

Imagine waking up with that ‘just started holidays’ feeling — every day. That’s life at Living Gems. Own your home outright in a secure, gated community designed just for over-50s, and enjoy first-class facilities, beautiful homes and a buzzing social scene. We’re not a retirement village — we’re a whole new way of living. Vibrant, affordable, down-to-earth and proudly for people just like you.

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Living Gems Moreton Bay is developing rapidly

Construction is ramping up at Living Gems Moreton Bay

Our stunning boulevards, laneways and master-planned streetscapes are taking shape at our boutique lifestyle resort in the high-growth Moreton Bay region – and your chance to secure a villa at entry level pricing is nearly gone.Construction is progressing rapidly on site, as rows of architecturally designed villas near completion – with just a handful of premium boundary positions still available and only one corner lot remaining! A sense of arrival combined with high level security is a hallmark of our resorts – and we’re excited to see Living Gem Moreton Bay’s entry coming to life. The resort’s future tennis precinct is also underway.With just 186 villas, Living Gems Moreton Bay is boutique over-50’s resort living at its finest. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this growing community in Burpengary East.Visit the Sales Centre: 273–308 Buckley Road, Burpengary East or call 1800 957 981 📞🕓 Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm by appointment🎥 Watch the progress unfold
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The Living Gems Rockhampton resort is coming to life

Momentum builds as construction advances at Living Gems Rockhampton

Wow factor - Living Gems Rockhampton comes to life! We’ve made incredible progress in Rockhampton as we get set to welcome our foundation residents to Living Gems Rockhampton mid year.Our stunning streetscapes are taking shape with a number villas nearing completion (and still a rare opportunity to secure these properties for yourself) - just look at that footage! The resort’s stunning Summer House facility has also rapidly come to life. This entertaining space will be a future social hub for the exclusive use of our residents, with an architecturally designed outdoor pool including a swim up bar and multiple spaces to relax, host and soak up Queensland’s weather.Our final stage one opportunities are now selling at entry level pricing. If you’ve been considering making a lifestyle move to one of Rockhampton’s fastest growing suburbs, reach out to our team to discover how easy it is to find a new way of life at Living Gems. Call 1800 954 214 or...
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Living Gems Harris Crossing is coming to life

Construction is in full swing at Living Gems Harris Crossing

Every visit to Harris Crossing now reveals something new, with villas rapidly taking shape and the community beginning to come to life. We have reached 46% of Stage One already sold and the first residents are getting closer to calling Living Gems Harris Crossing home. Our first release villas will be move-in ready mid-year, and it’s exciting to see the rapid progress on site.Designed to create a sense of welcoming arrival, the entry to the resort is well underway and early residents will benefit from privacy and security from the day they move in. Progress on our Country Club is revealing the sheer size and scale of this $16 million facility, which will be for the exclusive use of our residents.With demand at an all-time high, early buyers are locking in long-term value and rewarding themselves with an upgraded lifestyle. Call our team today to secure your dream villa. 1800 954 323 99 Hogarth Drive, Bohle Plains, TownsvilleOpen Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm and...
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Why Living Gems?

What is Living Gems?

Living Gems is a lifestyle resort made for over-50s who might be done with work — but definitely not done with life.

Our communities are full of people who are active, independent and up for just about anything. You’ll own a stylish, quality-built home packed with the kind of inclusions other places call ‘extras’ — think solar power, energy-efficient appliances and more.

You’ll also enjoy peace of mind thanks to on-site management, plus some pretty incredible resort-style facilities right on your doorstep, like:

  • a grand ballroom and theatre stage
  • bar and lounge
  • games room
  • cinema
  • library
  • art and craft studio
  • music room
  • gym
  • heated pool, spa and sauna
  • BBQ pavilion
  • and plenty more

Best bit? It’s all surprisingly affordable thanks to our land lease model — your rights are protected under Queensland Government law, and there are no hidden surprises.

Where are Living Gems resorts located?

Living Gems resorts are built in places people genuinely want to live — where natural beauty meets vibrant community, and everything you need is close by, from shops and cafes to medical services.

After creating ten thriving lifestyle resorts across Queensland, we’re stepping into an exciting new chapter. With three new developments in the works — and more to come — the Living Gems story is only getting better.

Can I buy at Living Gems?

Absolutely — and only homeowners live here. That means no renters, no investors — just real neighbours building a real community.

Living Gems uses a land lease model. You own your home, while leasing the land it’s on. That means:

  • no stamp duty
  • no exit or deferred management fees
  • 100 percent of any capital gains are yours if you sell

The only ongoing costs are:

  • your usual household bills (solar power helps keep electricity costs down), and
  • a weekly site fee that covers everything from garden maintenance to resort facilities

Your right to live here is protected by Queensland law — so you’ve got total peace of mind.

Are pets welcome?

Always. Furry, feathered or scaled — pets are part of the family, and they’re more than welcome here.

Can family and friends stay?

Of course! Friends, kids, grandkids — we’re all about welcoming the people you love.

Are there site fees?

Yes — but they’re affordable and straightforward. Site fees are billed monthly and go toward the upkeep of the resort, including all those amazing facilities.

And good news — if you hold a Department of Veterans’ Affairs or Australian Pension Card, you could be eligible for a Federal Government rebate.

Can I store my boat or caravan?

Many of our resorts offer on-site storage for boats, caravans and motorhomes — subject to availability. So yes, bring the toys.

What’s the difference between a retirement village and a Living Gems resort?

We’re not a retirement village — and we’re proud of it.

Living Gems is all about lifestyle. It’s for over-50s who might have stopped working but aren’t ready to slow down. Here, independence matters, travel is easy (thanks to lock-up-and-leave convenience), and life is full of community, connection, and choice.

Can you rent in a Living Gems resort?

Nope. All our homes are owner-occupied — no rentals, no investors. That’s part of what makes our communities feel so grounded and connected.

Do you pay rates in a Living Gems resort?

No council rates here. Everything is covered in your weekly site fee — simple.

Are there any exit fees I should know about?

None. Zip. Nada. When you sell, it’s your home and your money — including 100 percent of any capital gains.

Do you pay stamp duty when moving to a Living Gems resort?

Not a cent. Because you’re buying the home (not the land), there’s no stamp duty payable.