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Gilgandra Lifestyles offer a range of aged care services in the Gilgandra region.

05/02/2026

🍫 RESIDENTS ROCKY ROAD 🍫

The kitchen at Cooee Lodge was busy this week, with residents rolling up their sleeves to make rocky road and spend time together over something sweet.

From measuring and mixing, to a few taste tests along the way - it was a great activity that brought us together.

Stay tuned to follow our kitchen escapades! 🥣

03/02/2026

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA DAY AT COOEE LODGE 🇦🇺

Our residents at Cooee Lodge got into the Australia Day spirit last week with some delicious lamington baking and creative Australian themed artworks.

It was a lovely day spent together - celebrating the place we all call home. We enjoyed sharing stories and getting creative, but the lamingtons did not last very long! 🧁

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day so enjoyable.

30/01/2026

GIL TO GRACELAND 🎶🕺

Our Cooee Lodge residents were "all shook up" at our recent trip to the Annual Parkes Elvis festival.

We had a wonderful day enjoying the performances, seeing the outfits, and re living the glory days of Rock and Roll.

The King’s music brought back memories and made new ones, and planning into next year's outfits are underway.. 🎸

A big Thank You to all who made the day possible!

19/01/2026

MEDIA RELEASE | THREE CENTENARIANS - 300 YEARS OF LIFE IN GILGANDRA REGION 🎂

The Gilgandra Region has proudly celebrated a remarkable milestone with three residents turning 100 years - an extraordinary 300 years of lived experience within one community.

Cr Mayor Doug Batten says it is a rare and special occasion for not only the residents of Cooee Lodge Hostel, but the whole region.

“To have three residents reach 100 years of age in one community is a wonderful achievement. Together, Kevin, Marie and Betty represent 300 years of stories, resilience, and contribution to the life of Gilgandra.”

Betty Priddis (pictured) celebrated her milestone birthday on Friday, saying the celebrations came as a surprise.

“I had no idea there would be such a celebration. It was a real special surprise. Having my family here with me means everything, that’s what’s made it so special.”

Council acknowledged the milestone with a special birthday luncheon at Cooee Lodge Hostel, with Betty’s family and friends, and a visit from Council’s Deputy Mayor Nick White.

Council congratulates Betty, Kevin and Marie on an incredible milestone, and thanks them for their contribution to the Gilgandra Region.

See the full media release via our website:
https://www.gilgandra.nsw.gov.au/Stay-Connected/News/Media-Releases/Three-Centenarians-Celebrating-300-Years-of-Life-in-Gilgandra-Region

17/12/2025

🏋️ COOEE CALISTHENICS 🏋️

Great to see some action snaps from this Wednesday's Cooee Lodge exercise class with Bec Armstrong.

These sessions are great for strength, mobility, balance, and confidence.
We enjoy regular visits from Bec every Wednesday and Friday, giving residents a great opportunity to stay active, social, and feeling their best 💪🏼

12/12/2025

ROB ROCKS COOEE 🎵🎸

This week Rob Charlton from Dubbo popped in and put on a highly entertaining performance for our Cooee Lodge residents.

Rob can do it all - with the afternoon listening to his guitar and vocals being enjoyed by everyone. The tunes were flowing and hips were moving, thanks for visiting Rob!

10/12/2025

GILGANDRA LIFESTYLES CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON 🎅🎄

This week, Council's Gilgandra Lifestyles teams at Cooee Lodge, Jack Towney & Support at Home held their Christmas luncheon at the RSL Services Club along with their families.

The luncheon was a great way to wrap up what has been an exciting year for Gilgandra Lifestyles , with plenty of fun and even more to eat and drink, along with a lucky door prize and a ‘guess the lollies in the jar’ game.

A huge thank you to all the staff who helped organise the event, and also those who helped with the residents and made it a great end of the year party for everyone!

We look forward to what 2026 is set to bring!

17/11/2025

❄️CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS @ THE GIL LIBRARY HUB ❄️

Getting ready to welcome in the festive season, Cooee residents Joyce, John and Beryl along with Activities Officer Bec enjoyed a morning at the GIL Library Hub on Friday making Christmas angels.

27/10/2025

SUPPORT AT HOME – COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION

Gil Care Connect invites current and new clients, volunteers, family and friends to join us for a Support at Home Information Session.

📅 Tuesday, 4 November
🕙 10.00am
📍 The Gil Library Hub

Come along to learn more about the Support at Home program, ask questions, and enjoy some light refreshments.

Everyone is welcome – we’d love to see you there! ☕💬

20/10/2025

REMINDER: Understanding Dementia Information Session

Cooee Lodge is welcoming Dementia Training Australia to Gilgandra tomorrow for valuable staff training, along with an informative community session open to everyone.

📅 Wednesday, 22 October 2025
🕠 5:30–6:30pm
📍 The Gil Library Hub

Learn how the right knowledge and support can make a real difference in the dementia journey.
We hope to see you there!

17/10/2025

Community Information Session: Understanding Dementia

Cooee Lodge is welcoming Dementia Training Australia to Gilgandra to provide valuable training for our staff, along with an informative community awareness and information session open to everyone.

📅 Wednesday, 22 October 2025
🕠 5:30pm – 6:30pm
📍 The Gil Library Hub

While we can’t change the outcome of a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis, with the right knowledge and support, we can change the journey - creating positive, meaningful engagement for those living with dementia.

We hope to see you there!

15/09/2025

🌸 Cooee Lodge Turns 40 – What a Celebration! 🌸

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect spring day to celebrate Cooee Lodge’s 40th Birthday on Saturday, 13 September! ☀️🌼

It was wonderful to see so many friends, families, and community members come together to mark this special milestone. Guests enjoyed delicious food, refreshing mocktails from Frothy Filly, barista coffees from The Coffee Cart, a walk down memory lane – revisiting the history of the Cooee Lodge, and entertainment from Maxine and Alana - with a tune from our very own Cooee Lodge staff! 🎶

We were also delighted to welcome Jamie Chaffey and his wife, with Jamie joining us as a guest speaker on the day. 💛

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate 40 wonderful years of care, connection, and community at Cooee Lodge - it was a fantastic day enjoyed by all. 🎉

Address

5 Townsend Drive
Gilgandra, NSW
2827

Website

https://www.gilgandralifestyles.com.au/

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