Red Beach Gulf Rise

This artist’s impression of the retirement village that Metlifecare is building in Red Beach, which has been named Gulf Rise, was released last month.

It incorporates links with the neighbourhood, including a café that will be open to the public, as well as residents.

Metlifecare chief executive Glen Sowry says the aim is to create a place which feels like a bustling, vibrant residential street.

The masterplan, produced by architects Warren and Mahoney, includes a glasshouse pavilion with a shared garden, potting and work sheds and a butterfly walk.

Building foundations are being laid now on the 5ha site on the former Peninsula Golf Club.

Expressions of interest are open for stage one, which is expected to be ready for occupation in October 2019.