Hope Island Resort Community Billboard

HIR Community Billboard

The HIR Principal and Primary Thoroughfare Bodies Corporate (PBC & PTBC) encourage you to contribute information here for sharing with our community. An important purpose of the web site is to continue building a solid community environment. News events for Hope Island Resort will also be included so check this community billboard regularly for what is happening.

This is also a place for social groups to provide information about their activities and for residents to show off the many highlights of enjoying life at the Resort. Captions with photographs are always welcomed and can be submitted through the form at the end of the billboard, or just click here.

We also wish to let you know that the PBC Executive Committee is responsible for content on the page which will be regularly updated.

If you have questions or have a matter which is Body Corporate related then please click here to go to the general contact us form.

Ongoing Social Groups

Weather Warnings

For weather warnings and alerts, stay up to date with these sources.

For Brisbane radar images, stay up to date here

Hope Island Resort Bird Register

We invite you to get involved bird watching and provide photographs via email to Caroline Whitney so that it can be shared with the HIR Community. A register of birds seen in the Resort can be found here. There is also a special entry - a little Robin Red Breast from England, often associated with Christmas in the UK and is a very tame species.

Community Activities, Projects and News

House of Siam - Bush Fires Fundraising

This Saturday House of Siam is fundraising for bush fire victims. Please feel free to be part of the “Good Deeds” by visiting their website.

House of Siam is raising funds to help people get back on their feet after a disaster. You are invited to enjoy dinner at our house on Saturday 7 December 2019 with some entertainment including Thai traditional performances.

Every $50 dollars you spend, $10 dollars will be deducted and put towards disaster relief through Red Cross Supporting Bushfire Affected Communities in QLD, NSW and SA.

Winner of 'Win $100 Voucher Boardwalk Tavern'

Gail Artley of Azzura Greens

“Wow. I can't believe it. I am thrilled that I won. I am 72 and can count on one hand any little prizes I have won in my lifetime. I've never won a big prize.”

Appeal Tribunal upholds a by-law banning short term letting in the Resort - 22 Oct 2019

The article outlining the full details on the Fairway Island appeal can be found by clicking the picture above.

Proposed Train Station - Helensvale North (Hope Island)

The new Helensvale North station is intended to provide the local community with greater access to convenient rail services; expanding their options for easy travel within the Gold Coast, as well as to Brisbane. It is proposed that the Helensvale North station will be open in time for the first Cross River Rail services.

For further information on the proposed train stations and cross river rail - please refer to the link and also the latest Fact Sheet

Concept Only – Image is not final or approved

Construction Commencement - 27 Sept 2019

Construction has commenced at the newest area of Hope Island Resort - The Gallery. The latest update from the Developer is here.

Rejuvenation of Pathway from Palms Park to Palladian - 20 Sept 2019

The landscaping along the thoroughfare between Palms Park and The Palladian estate has recently received a major upgrade.

The dilapidated retaining wall was removed and rebuilt, the trees and hedges were tidied up and drought tolerant plants were installed throughout, with large river rock to complete the look. The extension of the sandstone wall opposite enabled new plants and mulch to be installed in this location also.

Before

Activa Way Development

The Principal Body Corporate (PBC) refers to the article in the Gold Coast Bulletin dated 21 August 2019 relating to the Capgrow suggested development of the Tennis Centre site located on Activa Way, Hope Island. Capgrow have advised that they have a conditional contract to purchase the site and are conducting a marketing campaign to elicit interest for suitable business’s to occupy the site.

The PBC wishes to advise that there have been no proposals or anything of substance received by the PBC to date. Should any proposal be received, appropriate notification will be provided to Residential Body Corporate Committee's accordingly.

Kind regards
For and on behalf of the
Principal Body Corporate Executive Committee

Hope Island Security Network Upgrade

The attached is a summary of the recent investigations into Hope Island Resort Security (HIRS) infrastructure recently undertaken by Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate and subsequent upgrades undertaken by the PBC.

Glorious Skies

Credit to Jenny Newby, who took the below capturing the skies over Hope Island Resort.

New Maintenance Workshop

Landscape Upgrades at Gracemere Island

Winter Flora

Mothers Day Competition Winner

Info Article

Preventing Water Damage Insurance Claims

Provided by the PBC's current insurance broker

Hope Island Resort NBN Update

The Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate has received correspondence from the National Broadband Network (NBN) regarding the proposed rollout of the NBN in Hope Island Resort.

The correspondence indicates that Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) works for the Residential Bodies Corporate (RBC) precincts along Hope Island Road up to the Main Roundabout that links to Santa Barbara Road and Springfield Drive (The Lakes, Gracemere, Riverleigh Drive, Palladian and Magnolia Precincts) are proposed to commence between 16 May 2019 and 16 November 2019. Please note that the NBN has cautioned that there may be delays until later in the year and possibly until the New Year.

NBN also confirmed that the RBC precincts on the east side of Hope Island Road off Springfield Drive (The Links, Ellensbrook, 7th Fairway Precincts) and off Santa Barbara Road (Rosebank Gardens Precincts) are rolling out at a later stage and that some apartment buildings require site visits to be arranged for planning purposes. As more information comes to hand on these works and the NBN rollout, it will be disseminated by the PBC.

The PBC has contacted NBN endeavouring to obtain a more specific roll out schedule but it was advised that was not possible to provide that information at this time.

A perfect day on the lake at Hope Island Resort

Autumn Colour

Congratulations!

The Principal Body Corporate and the Hope Island Shopping Centre would like to congratulate the winner of their joint Easter Competition - Gillian Bollard. Her guess was 1 off the actual number of eggs, being 269.

Congratulations Gillian!

Hope Island Resort GCCC Free Tree Planting Project

190 free plants have been collected from the Gold Coast City Council nursery for the Principal Body Corporate (PBC), Primary Thoroughfare Body Corporate (PTBC) and various residential Bodies Corporate in the Resort for use in various landscape projects across the Resort, with a second collection planned for May. The trees, succulents and plants including Callistemon, Grevillea, Native Gardenia and Carissa Desert Star will be used across the Resort.

Road Surfacing Works - Magnolia Greens

Further works have been undertaken in relation to the ongoing road project being undertaken in Magnolia Drive East.

GCCC Mosquito and Midge Spraying

The Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate has received advice from Gold Coast City Council that spraying will take place in Hope Island, Sanctuary Cove and Santa Barbara on Tuesday 2 April from 4am to 6am weather permitting.

It may be advisable to keep doors and windows closed during this time.

For further advice on the management of mosquito or biting midge or if you wish to notify the Council of an existing mosquito/biting midge problem please contact them on 1300 GOLD COAST or 07 5582 8211 or use their online form to report an issue.

News from the Security Manager

Pleased to introduce the latest newsletter.

Hope Island Community Comes Together to Help Flood Victims

Gracemere Circuit Park

That little bit of rain the Resort has received lately was just what the thirsty garden beds of Gracemere Circuit Park needed. The rain has freshened up the gardens and the Hibiscus and Bougainvillea have flourished and are now in full bloom. Make sure you include the park in your walking route so you can take in their beauty.

New Patrol Vehicle

On patrol in the Resort is a new security vehicle for HIR Security. HIR Security patrols the Resort 24 hours a day including the waterways.

NBN in the Resort

The current position of NBN for Hope Island Resort is that NBN have indicated via Telstra that they have planned for Fibre to the Curb to be available throughout HIR in early to mid 2020. This date is based on NBN’s current deployment plans and is subject to change. For more information visit NBN.

Palladian Drive Road Surfacing Project

Hope Island Resort from up high

Introducing the new Hope Island Resort Aerial Map that was recently installed.

This updated aerial photograph provides an excellent visual reference of Hope Island Resort

Be sure to check it out next time you visit the offices of Cambridge Management Services Pty Ltd.

Preparation for Tropical Cyclone Oma

For weather warnings and alerts, stay up to date with these sources.

Tropical Cyclone information can be found here.

The Queensland Government advises that:
• Preparing your home is an important step towards your family being prepared for, surviving and coping with emergencies.
• The best time to take action to prepare your home is before storm, cyclone and monsoon season.
• Completing the list of suggested tasks on this fact sheet will assist you to prepare your home and property to minimise potential damage.

General maintenance
• Check the condition of the roof and repair loose tiles, eaves and screws;
• Clean gutters and down pipes so water can drain away as quickly as possible;
• Trim trees and overhanging branches;
• Secure loose items that could cause damage if blown around in high winds (such as garden furniture and toys).

More information on preparing for the storm, cyclone and monsoon season can be found here

Bitumen Test Patch on Magnolia Drive East

The Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate (PBC) formed a Roads Sub-Committee to undertake an extensive review and testing of all Secondary Thoroughfare roadways in Hope Island Resort (HIR) during the 2015-2016 financial year which also extended into the 2016-2017 financial year.

The initial reports outlined the reasons why the review was needed to be carried out, suffice to say, a ‘do nothing’ option would at some point in the future see such a deterioration in a number of the roads, that would result in expenditure levels increasing by many times than that now envisaged.

Approval to undertake pavement testing and design was given in the 2016-2017 financial year. Approval was also given in the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 financial year to undertake pavement cracking repairs and the overlay of Jet Black, a sealing material to extend the roads life by 6-7 years by minimising any water being able to penetrate the substrate

The Sub-Committee is now in a position to move to the next stage of recommendations regarding the road in Magnolia Drive East. This road is in a condition requiring extensive redevelopment as the current road design has failed. Extensive investigation has taken place and following this, it is deemed that trying to replace like with like would not be possible from a construction point of view, cost or practical long term viability as it has not been an accepted process for the last 20 plus years.

The alternative proposal is to remove the pavers, concrete strip and rebuild the road to be a complete asphalt construction from curb to curb, with a later option if required and approved by Residents (and subsequently approved by the PBC) for an imprint of brick and coloured to try and match the existing paving.

As can be seen in the attached photo a trial section in Magnolia Drive East has been inserted with a complete asphalt overlay, black with no paver imprint, with the intent to allow all Residents from Magnolia Greens North, South and West and Villa Casablanca Bodies Corporate to review this finish and the PBC to subsequently seek feedback.

Summer Hibiscus Colour

Gracemere Gardens Park

A photo of the newly installed hedge framing the pathway within Gracemere Gardens Park. The shrub planted is Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis).

The Indian Hawthorn is a very hardy and drought tolerant evergreen shrub which is slow growing. Its shape is naturally round and neat, and it does not require much pruning to stay that way.

In Spring, it produces very pretty five-petaled flowers that are sweetly perfumed. The flowers are profuse and are held in clusters, it really is quite a stunning sight to see this plant in full bloom.

Great work Jo!

Advice from Qld Police - Prevent your vehicle being stolen from inside your garage

Vehicle security within your garage is just as important as when you park it on the street or driveway.

Thieves are generally opportunistic, with offenders often entering premises through unlocked doors and windows, even if you are home and out the back in the garden, you should ensure that your front door is locked and the garage door is down. Some offenders are prepared to enter premises quickly, to grab keys left in easily accessible spots and vehicles stolen in burglaries are often used to commit other crimes, including other burglaries.

You can take some simple steps to reduce your risk of having your vehicle stolen by following some simple advice:

Remove keys and garage remotes from the vehicle when it is in the garage;
Take your vehicle keys with you if you are going out of the house, especially if you are going on holidays;
Don’t leave vehicle keys lying around on tables, benches or key hooks near the garage – keep them out of sight;
When parking your vehicle in the garage, ensure both the vehicle and garage are locked;
If you have an internal garage door, ensure it is locked.

Also consider:

Removing any personal documents or information from your vehicle that may contain your date of birth, telephone numbers, address and account numbers etc (to prevent becoming a victim of further offences);
Fitting your vehicle with a car alarm;
Fitting a tracking device, these are becoming cheaper and more readily available;
Using lockable devices – such as lockable fuel caps, wheel nuts, spare tyre covers and roof racks;
For older vehicles install an engine immobiliser;
Securing your vehicle’s registration plates with one way screws.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24 hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Congratulations to the HIR PBC Competition Prize Winners

Jane - First Prize Winner

Second Prize Winner

Third Prize Winner

Christmas Colour

Blooms at Barrage Bridge

Melbourne Cup Festivities - The Palladian

Melbourne Cup celebrations at The Palladian with over 30 residents attending a function around the pool, with a barbecue lunch, followed by sweeps, the race and lots of excitement all round.

A message from Coomera Police

Hope Island Resort Security works closely with local Police to keep abreast of all local developments which may affect the Resort. Coomera Police has provided a friendly reminder in relation to securing your homes and vehicles following recent events. Although Security patrol the Resort and work closely with local Police, we invite you to read this friendly reminder to reduce the risk to your home and vehicle.

Need to Store Your Boat, Caravan or Car?

The new Sanctuary Cove Storage is an affordable solution that offers an outdoor, open-air facility with designated bays ideal for boat, caravan and trailer storage.

Access is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week via a security gate and swipe access giving you access to your goods when it suits you. The facility offers three sizes to suit your storage needs ranging from 6 x 3m to 10 x 4m in size.

Bays are available for either short or long-term storage with monthly or annual payment options. You do not need to be a resident of Sanctuary Cove to hire a storage bay. For more information, follow this link.

Rosebank South Street Tree Blooms

Rosebank Bougainvilleas

Spring Clean Up

Aussie Backyard Bird Count

From 22-28 October 2018, during National Bird Week, thousands of Australians will be found in backyards of all shapes and sizes counting their local birds and discovering which ones share our green spaces.

National Bird Week dates back more than 100 years when October 29 was first designated as ‘Bird Day’ across Australia. Last year, more than 1.9 million birds were counted with the help of Australians across the country.

Taking part in BirdLife Australia’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count is easy — just follow the steps on the attached to be a part of the nationwide bird survey.

Peninsula Hope Island

Introducing the latest residential precinct at the Resort.

Halloween

Congratulations Darren!

Bird Watching and NBN

Fairway Island Entry Upgrade

A variety of succulents obtained from the Gold Coast City Council Free Tree Program were recently used to enhance the garden bed at the entry to Fairway Island.

Lugano Park

Upgrading of the gardens at Lugano Park at the Lakes estate is now complete following the installation of Hibiscus “Ritzy”. This dwarf variety compliments the previously installed Crassula (Jade) plants through the centre of the park.

Vico, Bolsena & Trasimeno Parks Landscape Works

Recently, Vico, Bolsena and Trasimeno Parks in the Lakes Estate have received partial upgrades of their landscaping. The installation of the hardy and drought tolerant Indian Hawthorn and the succulent Carissa Desert Star have been introduced throughout as well as further hibiscus planting in Vico Park.

Time to Relax

The rejuvenation of the Magnolia Gardens North Pool area is now complete with new artificial turf installed and new pool furniture now available for use by Residents.

The Family Business

Working hard to repair a burst water main in the Resort.

Allabah Park Mornings

Red Sky at Night, Sailor's Delight

Mobile Patrols

Speed checks are carried out within Hope Island Resort on a random basis to ensure road users within the Resort have a safe journey to and from their destination.

Winter Sights in the Resort

Rosebank Way Landscape Upgrade

Thank you to all who entered the PBC Competition

Oh Speed Bump!

Hope Island Resort has had several new speed bumps installed.

Congratulations Brian!

14th Tee Visitors

Friday Happy Hour at Links Hope Island

Winter Sunshine

More Colours of Winter at Hope Island Resort

Gracemere and Lakes Entry Works

During July, the entries to Gracemere and The Lakes have received their winter tidy up. The Spider Lillies and Variegated Liriope have been cut back to remove all the dead foliage so they can rejuvenate with new healthy foliage. The Furcraeas, shown below before and after, have had the lower drooping leaves removed. The garden beds have also been fertilised to assist with the healthy new regrowth.

Before

After

Hope Island Resort Sunset

Enjoying a walk at the Resort

Winter Blooms at Rosebank

Enjoying the Winter Sunshine

Magnolia Gardens North Upgrade Project

Area before project undertaken

Area after project undertaken

Winter Dusk at Rosebank

The Colours of Winter at Hope Island Resort

It may be cold outside and the days longer and darker but the Resort is full of bright colours to lift the day.

Gracemere Circuit Park Landscape Upgrade

Benefits of HIR Security

On the 6 June 2018, Hope Island Resort (HIR) Security observed a vehicle and its occupants acting suspiciously at around 2am in the morning. The vehicle subsequently drove off erratically towards the M1 after HIR Security attempted to talk to the occupants. HIR Security lodged the vehicle type and rego with the Queensland Police Service (QPS). It was later identified that the vehicle was used in a robbery outside of HIR.

HIR Security monitor over 119 CCTV Cameras throughout the whole Resort including its perimeter and adjoining premises and instances like the above show how important they are to the security and lifestyle within the Resort.

Wintertime in Lugano Park

Lugano Park Landscape Upgrade

Calardo Park Upgrade

Updated Schedule of Road Closures in the Resort

Please find attached the updated schedule for road closures, which commenced from 8:00am, Monday 4 June 2018.

Letter of Appreciation to HIR Security

We would like to record with the HIR Principal Body Corporate the significant help provided by Security personnel on the evening of Saturday 2 June 2018. We returned to our house at about 7 pm and found a Security mobile patrol car and Security Officer outside our house.

The Officer had turned off water at our mains valve as water was spurting up in the front lawn, clearly out of control. Security Office phoned my mobile phone which I could not answer as I was driving but in any case I was within a couple of minutes of reaching home.

There was no serious damage but the quick action by Security saved a lot of water which could have been a flood without their action (albeit I was on the way home). I would like to extend to HIR Security our appreciation and thanks for their actions.

Regards
Vincent Vine

Road Rejuvenation Project

The Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate (PBC) is beginning road rejuvenation works with the contractor Fulton Hogan in Hope Island Resort

The PBC ask for the cooperation of Owners, Residents, Visitors and Contractors by removing vehicles from the road before 8:00am on the dates listed on the attached as a safety precaution and to avoid damage to property.

An update from Gold Coast Waterways Authority

The GCWA has released their latest update which covers speed limits, shoal reporting and completing the 'missing links' in the channel network. Download the update here by clicking the link or read more on the GCWA website - http://www.gcwa.qld.gov.au/

Thank you to Hope Island Resort Security

Hope Island Resort Security provide a multitude of services within the Resort.

Fairway Island Roundabout Upgrade Project

The PBC has recently completed an upgrade to the landscaping at Fairway Island roundabout by installing fresh mulch and drought tolerant plants, Euphorbia and Carissa Desert Star.

The Palladian Rotunda Project

The fountain in The Palladian Rotunda has recently been rejuvenated by the PBC. An upgraded pump has been installed in the fountain for a better overall effect for the water flow over the fountain. The fig trees were pruned to enhance the visibility of the fountain and will be maintained in a size suitable for a topiary effect. Feature lighting has been installed in the rotunda ceiling for use at night, powered by solar panels.

Two Friends Trivia Night

Gracemere Landscape Projects

New Landscape Plantings for the Resort

Cambridge Management Services recently made the annual trip down to the Gold Coast City Council Plant Nursery to collect the free trees and plants on offer as part of their Free Tree Giveaway for Gold Coast ratepayers.

Each Body Corporate is entitled to 10 free trees or plants this year.

Here is just a selection of what was picked up on behalf of all Residential Bodies Corporate in the Resort.

They will be planted throughout the common areas of the Resort to beautify areas in need.

ANZAC Day Commemoration Services

On 25 April, we honour all the men and women who have participated in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations around the world. Details for the ANZAC Day services being held around the Gold Coast can be found on the below website and selecting the relevant suburb. Link for services - http://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/anzac-day-7448.html

Mummy Tree Markets

SANCTUARY COVE
Chic and unique – that’s what these markets are all about. Be inspired by the creativity as you uncover hand-made children’s clothes, jewellery, toys, ladies fashion and more. Plus, there’s entertainment for the little ones.

UPCOMING DATES
Saturday 21 April, 9am – 1pm
Saturday 9 June, 9am – 1pm
Saturday 4 August, 9am – 1pm
Saturday 8 September, 9am – 1pm
Saturday 27 October, 9am – 1pm
Saturday 8 December, 9am – 1pm

Riverdale Drive Asphalt Overlay Project

Fulton Hogan is undertaking asphalt surfacing works on Riverdale Drive on behalf of Cambridge Management Services and the Hope Island Resort Principal Body Corporate on Tuesday 17 April 2018 and Wednesday 18 April 2018. Access to and from residences will be restricted from 7:00am to 5:00pm on each day.

The works program involves removing sections of the existing surface adjacent to the kerb on Tuesday 17 April and laying a new asphalt surface on the eastern section of Riverdale Drive on Tuesday 17 April and on the western section on Wednesday 18 April.

Traffic controllers and local traffic diversions will be in place to assist Residents, Visitors and Contractors to negotiate around the work site. However, sections of the street may be closed to all traffic to enable Fulton Hogan to complete the surfacing works. At the end of each day, the roadway will be reopened for normal use.

Superyacht Dragonfly passing Allabah Park

New Website Page - Resort Wide Circulars

The PBC is pleased to announce a new section has been added to the website providing access to Resort wide circulars to keep all Owners informed and up-to-date with the latest PBC news.

Active and Healthy Group Fitness

Give your body an all-over and watch your health improve by joining these non-intimidating classes suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Sessions include circuits, boxing, core strengthening, function fitness and stretching.

Date: Tuesday morning at 9:30am
Venue: Banksia Park Hall
Address: 27 Crescent Avenue, Hope Island
Bookings required: No
Contact name: Rachelle Mee
Contact phone: 0403 163 201
Cost: $3

Some photographs around Hope Island Resort from Glenn Clarke

Rosebank Body Corporate held a Sausage Sizzle for it’s owners on Australia Day.

A very enjoyable Australia Day Barbq for the Rosebank Community, at Allabah Park. Thanks to all those who came along to meet and greet their neighbours.

A very special thanks to committee member Steve Hill for providing the Barbq food and cooking it.

2018 - High Five from one of the locals on their way home

Palladian Rotunda Project

The fountain in the Palladian Rotunda has recently been rejuvenated by the Principal Body Corporate. The works included the installation of solar panels and a pump for water flow.

Paradise Under the Rainbow - Jan 2018

Fairway Island Entry Upgrade

Please find attached several photos of the new Fairway Island front entrance upgrade. New plants include a variety of succulents and other drought tolerant plants and additional white feature rocks. All render had a repaint earlier on last year and the signage was also updated with a new colour. Community Manager for Fairway Island Body Corporate.