When people hear the name Bluey, they might immediately think of everyone’s favourite cartoon cattle dog.

But for our Blueheath at the Bower community, the Blueys, are something even more special – the amazing group of residents, friends and neighbours who bring the community to life every day.

From lawn bowls and aqua aerobics to art classes, activities in the village workshop, live performances by the Bluebells singing group and solo artists, birthday celebrations and parties such as Australia Days, the Blueys are a shining example of what connected retirement living looks like in practice.

At the centre of it all is an incredibly active Facebook group, now with 116 members, where residents share updates, post photos from outings, organise activities and keep each other informed about what’s happening around the village.

Whether it’s a reminder for the ladies’ aqua aerobics class, a call-out for Knit and Natter, or a snapshot from a recent social gathering, the social media page is a simple way to stay connected.

This boutique retirement village in Medowie is home to proud residents who understand what it means to be a good neighbour.

Principle Living Operations and Sales Manager David Kelly said the Blueys embody everything that makes Blueheath such a special place to live.

“What really stands out to me is how much the residents look out for each other,” he said.

“They share information, organise activities and make sure no one feels left out. They even share food thanks to the hard work of the Blueheath’s organic gardening group – the ‘Blueys Greenies’.

“It’s a genuinely supportive environment where people get involved as much or as little as they like, but they always know they’re part of something.”

David said the strong sense of connection has developed naturally as residents have moved into the modern 112-home community.

“The Blueys have created their own identity, and it reflects the friendly, welcoming culture here at Blueheath,” he said.

“There’s a real willingness to share skills and experiences – whether it’s someone starting a new group, helping a neighbour or encouraging others to join in.”

For residents, that sense of belonging is one of the biggest benefits of community living. The calendar of activities provides structure and variety, while informal gatherings and shared interests create lasting friendships.

It’s this combination of organised events and everyday support that proves retirement living is not just about a new home, but about new friends, new skills and new experiences.

At Blueheath, the Blueys are more than a name. They are the heart of the community.

Find out more about life at Blueheath at the Bower here.