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Bolton Clarke Farnorha, Cairns

Our beautiful Bolton Clarke Farnorha community is centrally located in a quiet pocket of Westcourt in Cairns in the tropical Far North.

The community provides high-quality aged care in a friendly, secure and comfortable residential environment. To help you live well in a safe and friendly environment, our team is happy to take you for a tour of your new Cairns home, assist you through the application process or tell you more about our community. Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.

13/11/2025

Farnorha residents commemorated Remembrance Day earlier this week with a special visit from HMAS Cairns servicemen and women. They had the opportunity to sit down and have a chat with them and share a few stories.

10/11/2025

Cairns World War II veteran Arthur has recieved his life story in time for Remembrance Day as part of Bolton Clarke's Life Stories program. The Bolton Clarke Farnorha resident has gotten to know social work student Raj over the last few months, who has put together Arthur’s story as a keepsake.

“I worked with Arthur and his family to put this book together as a bit of a tribute to his life and those lives he has touched as well,” Raj said.

“It was lovely to learn more about him and his life – it is a great way to learn from older people especially because like Arthur, they can have so much experience.

“It is my honour to present this work not just as a part of my placement project but as a gift to Arthur and his family.

“Arthur has now lived beyond a century and his life is teaching us what it means to live well, to love deeply and to give back quietly.”

The Life Stories Program aims to increase social connection for older people by reminiscing and sharing their life with students. For Raj, his work with Arthur has been special not only for him but Arthur’s family who have had the opportunity to share everything they know and learn a little more.

“We have filled the book with stories, memories and countless photos that capture Arthur’s journey from over a century,” Raj said.

The book explores Arthur’s early years growing up in Atherton before moving to Cairns as a teenager and starting work at the Carlton United Brewery in 1938 at the age of 14. Like many young men of the era, he went on to enlist in the Australian Army at 18 and was sent to Papua New Guinea after training.

“I was sent to Greta in NSW for artillery training and I finished up as a 25-pounder gun layer in New Guinea for over three years,” Arthur said.

Arthur now reflects on how he believes his generation was privileged to be able to get through war but still grow up in a time of peace and opportunity.

27/10/2025

As summer quickly approaches and with much of Queensland starting to receive heatwave warnings, it's important to know how to prepare. For older people this is particularly important as extremely hot weather can create unique health challenges.

During these months, it's important to stay cool by:
🚰 Staying hydrated and drinking 6 - 8 glasses of water a day at regular intervals
🏠 Finding ways to keep your home cool including closing window coverings when there is direct sunlight
🏃‍♂️ Keeping activity to a minimum during the hottest part of the day (11am - 3pm)

For more tips on keeping cool and preparing your home for the warmer months, visit Queensland Health https://www.qld.gov.au/health/staying-healthy/environmental/heatsafe/how-to-keep-cool

21/10/2025

Farnorha residents were treated to another visit from the most adorable puppies at YAPS who now come to the home once a month. Residents enjoy saying hello to each of the puppies and giving them a warm and cosy cuddle.

14/10/2025

Farnorha residents started Queensland Seniors Month with a high tea on the beautiful Peninsula Veranda at the home. In preparation for International Day of Older Persons, Chef Dom designed a delicious menu presented on platters in the Bolton Clarke colours of pinks and oranges. Delicacies included smoked salmon and greens in beetroot wraps, fresh pumpkin scones, fluffy egg sandwiches and tuna squares.

01/10/2025

Happy International Day of Older Persons! This year's theme is "Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, Our Rights". How can we recognise and support the aspirations of older people, including clients and residents? Share your ideas!

23/09/2025

Monday, 24 September 1945 – 80 years ago today – Queensland Governor Sir Leslie Orme Wilson officially opened the Kenmore Repatriation Sanatorium on the site of what is now Bolton Clarke Fairview, Pinjarra Hills. The first 12 veteran patients had been in residence in August under the watchful eyes of medical superintendent Dr George Cherry and Matron Viola Everett from the 112 Australian General Base Hospital. The sanatorium was founded to support ex-service personnel suffering from tuberculosis and continued to serve the veteran community until its closure in 1994.

12/09/2025

Farnorha residents enjoyed a spectacular day on the Lake Barrine River cruise, relaxing on the boat bird watching and observing all the fish and turtles. The tour guide chatted about the history of this area, the owners and how this place became such a sanctuary. Ray said the scones and coffee are the best in the world!

31/08/2025

On this day in 1966 we received confirmation of royal endorsement from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

28/08/2025

Ninety years ago today, Melbourne's The Star published this account of a day in the life of our nurses. Our teams bring the same kindness and commitment to high quality care today for clients and residents across Australia.

25/08/2025

The Men's Group went on a blokes outing, enjoying a barbecue by the Cairns Lagoon with plenty of drinks, food and lots of bragging!

19/08/2025

Bolton Clarke Farnorha marked Vietnam Veteran's Day with a small commemoration. Vietnam veteran Don experienced the Battle of Long Tan and laid a wreath for those who were lost. The team also collected new flags for Don to put up courtesy of local Cairns Senator Nita Green.

Read more about Don's story here👉 https://www.boltonclarke.com.au/news-resources/corporate-news/farnorha-long-tan-veterans-honour-remembrance-day/

Address

257 Lyons Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Website

https://www.boltonclarke.com.au/living-options/residential-aged-care/farnorha/

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