Brand new over 50s lifestyle community to open in Evans Head creates jobs in the Richmond Valley

Numerous jobs will be created as work gets under way on a brand new lifestyle village on the Northern Rivers, with architecturally designed homes and state-of-the-art facilities.

Serenitas CEO Rob Nichols, Richmond Valley Mayor Robert Mustow and new homeowners Rosemary and Don Larnach turning the sod on the new Thyme Lifestyle Resort in Evans Head.

Work has begun on a $50 million luxury over 50s lifestyle development in Evans Head.

Richmond Valley Mayor Robert Mustow turned the first sod for civil works for Serenitas’ new development, Thyme Lifestyle Resort, at Evans Head this week.

The 7.9ha lifestyle village for the over 50s will include modern, architecturally designed homes and resort-style facilities including a state-of-the-art clubhouse where homeowners can enjoy opportunities to socialise and community support, set just moments from the beach and Evans River.

“Thyme Lifestyle Resort will set the new standard for over 50s lifestyle communities in the North Coast of NSW,” Serenitas chief executive, Rob Nichols, said.

“Our focus is on creating luxurious yet affordable architecturally-designed homes in a safe and secure community just moments from the beach embracing the pristine location surrounded by waterways with excellent fishing spots, coastal walks, and in a region full of hidden gems and attractions waiting to be discovered.

“Thyme Evans Head is set in a premium locale for the over 50s and within easy reach of the vibrant coastal town centre.

“Our investment in this beautiful region will benefit local businesses and tourism, as well as the homeowners who will eventually call Thyme home.”

Serenitas CEO Rob Nichols turning the sod on the new Thyme Lifestyle Resort in Evans Head.

Longtime Evans Head residents, Don and Rosemary Larnach, have already bought a lot at the new estate and are excited to start their next chapter there.

“We are so excited to move into a new home with an easier lifestyle, with less maintenance. The most exciting thing for us is that Thyme Evans Head has homes with RV garages so we can store our mobile home undercover,” Mr Larnach said.

“We love walking and the beach which is why we didn’t want to leave the area.

“We love the lifestyle of Evans Head and love that we can also stay close to all our friends.”

SEE Civil, an award-winning Northern NSW/QLD civil construction and engineering company, has been awarded the civil works contract for Stage 1 at Thyme.

These works include stormwater, power, sewer system work and road construction.

The home and clubhouse construction contracts will be tendered in May, and it is anticipated that a number of regional builders and trades will benefit from the massive investment in Evans Head.

“We are proud of the contribution this project will make to local jobs and the region’s economy, which is particularly important as regional Australia navigates the uncertain economic times stemming from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,” Mr Nichols said.

“The development of Thyme will create numerous jobs ranging from building and trades to landscaping and fit out, the vast majority of which are likely to be undertaken by local companies, sole operators and labourers.’

Expressions of Interest are now being accepted for homes in Stage 1 of Thyme Lifestyle Resort.

“There has already been overwhelming interest in Thyme with over 20 future homeowners placing deposits, and we look forward to welcoming them to our community when Stage 1 homes and the Display Village is completed later this year,” Mr Nichols added.

For more information, visit www.thyme.com.au/evans-head.