Gladstone

ENJOY RETIREMENT BY THE GREAT BARRIER REEF

Spending your retirement years in a place like Gladstone can be a very rewarding experience, mainly because you’d be living near the stunning Southern Great Barrier Reef. It’s a convenient base to reach some famous paradisiacal spots, like Heron island and Wilson Island.

This coastal town of Queensland also has a privileged location when it comes to food. Its great culinary options are a mix between delicious seafood, Rockhampton’s famous meat and fresh produce from Bundaberg. There are plenty of restaurants and bars where you can also taste some great local craft beers.

National Seniors Australia has a branch in the Gladstone area where over 50s get together and make new friends. The meetings usually have an interesting guest speaker and offer retirees the opportunity to join fun social activities like holidays and theatre visits.

The region has good healthcare facilities. Gladstone Hospital provides a wide range of services to Gladstone and the Banana region. The hospital has development plans to expand its services and deliver care closer to rural communities.