Affordable, priority housing for vulnerable seniors
The development specifically addresses the need for affordable housing among seniors, with homes prioritised for older single women
Modern, energy-efficient housing
The village is composed of refurbished independent living units
Community integration
Residents can enjoy a quieter lifestyle yet stay part of a vibrant senior living environment.
About St Laurence Court Community
St Laurence Court Community is designed to support independent living for seniors, offering comfortable and affordable homes for people aged 65 and over. Once complete, the village will include 38 refurbished units, each featuring modern layouts, new kitchens and bathrooms, energy efficient appliances and updated heating and cooling systems.
Residents enjoy access to communal spaces including the village community room and Eternal Gardens, the on site residential aged care home, creating a neighbourhood where support and connection are always close by. Stage 2 refurbishment is currently underway, with a further 18 units expected to be completed in 2025. We look forward to welcoming more residents into this growing and vibrant community.
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What's the lifestyle like at St Laurence Court Community?
Resident selection is carefully managed, with an interview process to ensure homes are offered to those who need them most. Older single women—Australia’s fastest-growing group at risk of homelessness—are prioritised.
Benetas CEO Sandra Hills OAM said the new retirement community would meet the rising demand for affordable housing across Victoria, particularly in regional areas. Ms Hills said seniors without the means to enter the housing and rental markets would be the community’s target demographic.
“Benetas is extremely proud of this refurbishment and what it will do to address housing shortages for older people in and around Bendigo,” Ms Hills said. She added that the refurbishment aims to provide a safe, welcoming, and modern community for seniors who may struggle to access housing in today’s market.
Located in California Gully, Victoria
The location in California Gully (near Bendigo) offers a regional setting that is both connected and community-oriented, meaning residents can enjoy a quieter lifestyle yet stay part of a vibrant senior living environment.
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California Gully
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