Australia's ageing population is driving retirees to seek ideal locations for their golden years, and Manly in Queensland is quickly becoming a top choice. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, as of June 30, 2020, those aged 65 and over made up 16 per cent of the population. Manly, a bayside suburb, offers a blend of coastal living and urban convenience that appeals to retirees nationwide.
The Village Manly, an award-winning, family-operated luxury retirement village in the heart of the suburb, adds to its appeal. It features contemporary apartments with views of Moreton Bay, landscaped communal spaces, resort-style amenities, and a vibrant activity program. The subtropical climate, similar to Brisbane, provides warm summers and mild winters, ideal for outdoor activities.
Manly offers sunlit beaches, riverside parks, waterfront cafes, and recreational venues such as a yacht, golf, and bowls club. The suburb has a strong sense of community, with an active retiree population where neighbors know each other. Despite being 20 kilometres from Brisbane, it is well connected by the Cleveland train line and local bus routes.
Retirees enjoy a vibrant café culture along the esplanade, weekly farmers' markets, and shopping at Manly Harbour Village, Wynnum Plaza, and Mayfair Village. The Village Manly, designed by architect Justin O'Neill and O'Neill Architecture, offers pet-friendly one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with balconies or terraces and coastal views. Amenities include a seniors gym, private cinema, heated pool, yoga studio, and lawn bowls green.
The Village Manly provides a program of activities that encourage an active retirement lifestyle. The combination of safety, friendliness, and small-town warmth makes Manly a sought-after destination for those planning their next chapter.
