FAQ

The governance of Woodlands is managed by a Board of Directors, elected annually by the resident shareholders. The Board appoints a professional management team to oversee daily operations, ensuring that the village meets high standards of care and service for its residents. 

No. Woodlands Retirement Village distinguishes itself from other retirement villages through its unique Company Title model. In this arrangement, when residents purchases shares for an independent living unit or serviced apartment at Woodlands, they gain shares FOR the unit but the unit is owned by Woodlands. This model eliminates the burden of deferred management fees or departure fees, which are common in many other retirement settings. Residents at Woodlands retain all capital gains from the sale of their shares. The only upfront payment to woodlands is a 10% payment towards the Capital Improvement Fund, which supports ongoing enhancements to the village.

Woodlands Retirement Village does not impose a deferred management fee or departure fee.  

Sales of our over-55s units and serviced apartments are managed by individual real estate agents engaged by the shareholder of the unit. For further assistance, prospective buyers can contact the office at 
02 9481 8842. 

When purchasing an Over 55’s independent living unit or serviced apartment, you are buying directly from the shareholder of the unit. To facilitate this process, your solicitor or conveyancer will provide assistance in navigating the purchase from the vendor. 

The only upfront contribution required for purchasing the shares at Woodlands is a contribution to our Capital Improvement Fund. This fund is specifically allocated to finance future capital improvements within the village. The contribution is set at 10% of the purchase price which is paid directly to Woodlands Retirement Village. 

Woodlands Retirement Village is designed for residents aged 55 and over. We offer a variety of living options as independent living and serviced apartments in a one-bedroom, two-bedroom and as well as two-bedroom villas. Serviced apartments are situated in the Lodges as a one-bedroom unit. 

No, there are no pets permitted at Woodlands Retirement Village.

Yes, you can engage your own real estate agent to sell your shares. Your real estate agent will be required to liaise with management to follow sales protocols.

Car spaces are limited to those units with a designated allocation. Please note that a fee is associated with allocated parking.

Carports have already been allocated to specific units, and a carport can be purchased along with the unit if it has been assigned one. Unfortunately, we will not be constructing any additional carports at this time.

Any changes made to the unit needs prior board approval.