New Grey Nomad development set to boost Fraser Coast Economy
21 January 2009
The development of Queensland’s first RV-focused active lifestyle village at Maryborough coupled with the unprecedented popularity of the Grey Nomad phenomenon is expected to provide a number of opportunities for growth in the Fraser Coast region and a boost to the local economy.
RV HOMEBASE Fraser Coast is set to offer an exciting new residential housing alternative to meet the specific needs of the multitude of retirees packing up their lives and taking to the road for extended trips around Australia.
Born in Maryborough, Mr Peter Shadforth Chairman of the RV HOMEBASE group is excited about the opportunity and potential growth of this concept in Australia and is thrilled to be able to offer RV owners an affordable, purpose designed residential alternative in such a desirable destination.
“Maryborough provides the perfect location, climate and lifestyle to accommodate this expanding market and this unique development concept will not only bring cashed-up retirees to the region but also stimulate regional growth and provide a boost for the local economy,” said Mr Shadforth.
Worth over $2 million dollars annually, the RV industry in Australia is currently benefiting from strong growth with this trend likely to continue as the baby boomer population approaches retirement.
“They’re part of a rapidly growing trend in Australia – self-funded retirees, the ‘Grey Nomads’ or ‘Sundowners’ as they are affectionately known. Their nomadic lifestyle creates an opportunity to swap their family homes, lavish apartments and beachfront mansions for sensible, low maintenance and hassle-free housing alternative,” said Mr Shadforth.
The high-quality eco-friendly and sustainable-living village boasts 202 homes, each specifically designed to accommodate a caravan or motorhome and will include around $3 million worth of community amenities on-site – allowing travellers to enjoy the nomadic lifestyle and come home to a community of like-minded friends and enjoy social interactions like “happy hour” at home.
Mr Mark Tolley, Marketing Manager for RV HOMEBASE says that there are thousands of this type of village in the US, and there is a real need for this type of residential alternative here, providing real RV storage solutions for caravan and motorhome owners, and creating a warm and welcoming village environment which actively supports their highly mobile, active lifestyle.”
“There are over 390,000 RVs in Australia and a new caravan is manufactured in Australia every 9 minutes. At some point in every journey, it’s time to come home, and every owner needs to live somewhere.”
The project is expected to be underway by the end of April 2010 with the first stage completed by September 2010.
For more information or investor enquiries, please contact Mark Tolley on 1300 391 711 or 0438 847 466 or visit www.rvhomebase.com.au.
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