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Thyme Rothwell Breaks Ground on Multi-Million Dollar Clubhouse for Over-50s

Construction has officially started on a multi-million dollar Clubhouse at Thyme Lifestyle Resort Rothwell, a land lease community for over-50s in the heart of the Redcliffe Peninsula.

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The development represents a significant investment in lifestyle infrastructure for the peninsula, with the new facility earmarked to open in autumn 2027. Once complete, the Clubhouse is expected to serve as the social heart of the community.

Thyme Rothwell is operated by Serenitas, a land lease community provider that manages communities for more than 7,700 homeowners across Australia. The Rothwell site is home to 192 homes, purpose-built for active over-50s seeking low-maintenance living without compromise, according to Serenitas.

The Clubhouse has been designed to enhance wellbeing and foster social connection among residents. The facility will include a swimming pool and spa, gym and fitness studio, bowling green, pickleball court, cinema, sports bar, and both indoor and outdoor dining spaces. The mix of amenities reflects what Serenitas describes as resort-style living for active over-50s.

Serenitas CEO Von Slater said the Clubhouse would sit at the core of what the community offers, providing premium facilities designed to support residents who want to stay active and connected. She noted the development reflects growing demand for resort-style living in well-connected coastal locations.

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The community is positioned within easy reach of the Redcliffe Peninsula waterfront, dining precincts, medical facilities and public transport, amenities the developer says make it well-suited to active over-50s.

Under the land lease model, residents own their home but lease the land beneath it.

Construction is now underway, with completion of the Clubhouse targeted for 2027.

Published 8-June-2026

Wallet Thefts Target Redcliffe Area Shoppers

Photo Credit: myPolice Moreton

A series of wallet thefts at local shopping centres has prompted Redcliffe police to issue a warning to residents. Over the past few weeks, several incidents have been reported at Kippa-Ring and Rothwell shops, raising concerns about shopper safety.

Acting Senior Sergeant Sharnelle Harris, Officer in Charge of the Moreton Prevention Unit, stated that thieves are opportunistic and can remove a wallet from an open bag in a trolley in just a few seconds.

Police have documented four specific incidents:

September 6: At 12:15 PM, CCTV footage captured a female suspect removing a wallet from a handbag left briefly in a trolley at a Kippa-Ring shopping centre.
September 12: At 11:00 AM, a wallet was stolen from a bag at a Kippa-Ring shopping centre. The stolen cards were later used for fraudulent transactions.
September 20: At 11:20 AM, a wallet was taken from a handbag in a trolley at a Rothwell shopping centre. The wallet was later found discarded on a store shelf, minus the cash.
September 21: At 12:10 PM, a man’s wallet was stolen from his back pocket at a Kippa-Ring shopping centre.

Authorities believe these four incidents are connected and are actively investigating to locate the suspect(s).

In response to these thefts, police have issued several safety tips for shoppers, including:

Using bags that can be secured
Keeping valuables close to the body
Avoiding leaving bags or wallets unattended
Being mindful of surroundings when loading shopping into vehicles

Redcliffe residents are advised to report any suspicious activity immediately. In case of theft, victims should call Triple Zero (000) and try to remember details of the incident without confronting the perpetrator.

Police investigations are ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact Policelink or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers.

Published 25-September-2024

Proposed Project Looks to Revive Abandoned Frawley’s Tennis Club Site

The former Frawley’s Tennis Club site in Rothwell has sat abandoned for over six years, but may now get a new lease on life through a proposed development project.

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This comes after Human Touch Group has submitted plans to transform the run-down six-court tennis facility and its surrounding overgrown lots into a vibrant 90-unit retirement community.

The proposed $20 million complex at 56 Cowan Street South, Rothwell will feature independent living apartments across three floors, complete with a range of modern amenities tailored to retirees. One, two and three-bedroom units will be on offer, providing senior residents with flexible housing options.

Recreational facilities will form a central component of the project, with indoor and outdoor communal spaces designed to bring residents together.

Designed by Nettleton Tribe Architects, it will feature a swimming pool, recreation deck and central courtyard, which emphasise creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Human Touch Group believes the development will help meet growing demand for senior housing in the Moreton Bay region.

“The thoughtful incorporation of various apartment sizes caters to individual preferences and needs, allowing residents to choose living spaces that best suit their lifestyles. Simultaneously, the inclusion of communal recreation facilities fosters social interactions, engagement, and a sense of community, all of which contribute to the well-rounded quality of life the retirement facility aims to provide,” planners at Urbis stated on behalf of the applicant.

Frawleys Tennis Club — Walkway between tennis courts (Photo credit: Nettleton Tribe)

With existing retirement communities in Camden, Bowral, and Macarthur already home to over 500 seniors, Human Touch Group is eager to bring their expertise in creating vibrant senior living to Redcliffe retirees through this new high-quality development.

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The new complex will rise from the remains of the Frawley’s Tennis Club, which has been abandoned since 2017. Six deteriorating tennis courts and a faded clay court still occupy the site today, remnants of its sporting past.

Published 30-October-2023