The winners of the 2024 National Retirement Living Awards were announced in front of more than 600 industry professionals at an annual gala dinner on the Gold Coast last night.
This year saw an increase from 10 awards on offer to 16, with sub-categories added in various categories to provide more opportunities for large, small and not-for-profit operators.
Retirement Living Council Executive Director Daniel Gannon emphasised the importance of celebrating the people and projects that improve the lives of older Australians.
“This industry is turbo-charged with talent, including dedicated village managers, purposeful customer-focused operators, and innovative service providers,” Mr Gannon said.
“It’s crucial to celebrate those who power this sector forward every day, while also showcasing industry’s commitment to residents, excellence, and innovation.
“To all of our winners and finalists, we extend our congratulations and thank you for your ongoing dedication to this industry,” he said.
2024 National Retirement Living Award winners:
- Lumin People’s Choice Award: Village Glen, Community Villages Australia
- Health Metrics Award for Future Retirement Living Leader
- Community Leadership: Joshua Campbell, RetireAustralia
- Corporate Leadership: Alex Penson, BlueCare
- Programmed Award for Village Manager of the Year: Leanne Zannoni, Keyton
- Blueforce Award for Salesperson of the Year: Zuzana Nevidal, Australian Unity
- Channel Marketing Group Award for Marketing Excellence
- Large Operator (>500 ILU): ‘Will Retirement Living Suit You?’ Campaign, Aveo
- Small Operator (<500 ILU & not-for-profit): ‘Feel at Home’ Campaign, BlueCare
- The RACV Solar Award for Sustainability in Retirement Living: GemLife Virtual Power Plant
- Switch Star Award for Revitalisation
- Refurbishments above $1m: Domaine Retirement Village, Aveo
- Refurbishments below $1m: Village Glen, Community Villages Australia
- Temple & Webster Award for Best Redevelopment
- Large Operator (>500 ILU): Glenaeon Village Renewal Project
- Small Operator (<500 ILU & not-for-profit): ECH Encore Apartments
- One Fell Swoop Award for best Retirement Living Development
- Large Operator (>500 ILU): Reside Communities – Samford Grove
- Small Operator (<500 ILU & not-for-profit): Kokoda Residences
- Luxury Development: The Granton Brighton
- Land Lease Development: Ingenia Lifestyle Latitude One
