Warramunda Village, 5 Warramunda Drive, Kyabram (2026)

08/04/2026

🎨 Creativity continues to bloom at Warramunda 🎨

Last month we were delighted to welcome back iconic Tongala artist Murray Ross for another of his inspiring monthly art sessions with our residents.

These sessions are always a highlight on the calendar, offering a chance to slow down, pick up a brush and let imagination take the lead. With Murray’s gentle guidance and encouragement, our residents once again produced a collection of wonderful masterpieces — each one full of colour, character and personal story.

There’s something special about watching a blank page turn into a landscape, a memory or a moment captured in paint. Just as importantly, these sessions bring plenty of conversation, laughter and quiet pride as artworks take shape across the table.

A big thank you to Murray for continuing to share his time, talent and creativity with our village community. We’re already looking forward to the next session 🖌️💛

05/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter from Warramunda Village 🐣

Easter arrived at Warramunda this weekend with plenty of smiles, sweet treats and special moments shared across the village.

From visits with family and friends to colourful Easter surprises and time spent together in our beautiful community spaces, it’s been lovely to see the spirit of the season shining through.

Easter is a gentle reminder of connection, kindness and new beginnings and we are so grateful to share these moments with our residents, families, staff and volunteers who make Warramunda such a special place to call home.

We hope your Easter weekend has been filled with warmth, laughter and maybe just a little chocolate too 🍫🌸

Happy Easter from all of us at Warramunda Village 💛

01/04/2026

🐾 The April edition of Waggles has arrived! 🐾
…and it’s available in print AND digital 📘💻

Our latest issue is filled with stories, photos and updates from across Warramunda Village — capturing a season of progress, celebration and community connection as we move further into 2026 together.

Why does this matter?
Because families are often spread near and far — and Waggles helps keep everyone connected to the everyday moments that make village life so special 🌏💛

Each month, Waggles brings together 40+ pages of stories and snapshots from life at Warramunda, including:
✨ Resident stories
✨ Activities and lifestyle highlights
✨ Community connections
✨ Café and catering updates
✨ Redevelopment progress
✨ Special features
✨ And CEO John’s monthly report

📣 What’s inside the April edition?

🏗️ Redevelopment update – exciting progress continues, with 10 new resident rooms on track for completion by June
🌟 Resident of the Month: Alwyn Drysdale – a remarkable life story as she approaches her 100th birthday celebration
❤️ Our Super Saint – meet Ev Cunningham and her lifelong love of the Saints (we think she’ll have a few allies around the Village this winter!)
🍽️ Join us for a meal – visitors can now enjoy a two-course meal with residents for just $15
🎨 Activities highlights – pet therapy visits, painting with Murray Ross, Easter crafts and more joyful moments from around the Village
🏃‍♀️ Community connections – celebrating our support of the Kyabram Little Athletics Club and local young achievers
🏆 Employee recognition – nominations now open for the Lindy Sheers Employee of the Year Award

There’s something special in every edition — and April’s is no exception.

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31/03/2026

A special family catch-up 💜

This week, resident Laurie Doolan enjoyed a lovely visit from his cousin Margaret Binion (née Doolan).

There’s something truly special about reconnecting with family and sharing memories together, and it was wonderful to see Laurie and Margaret spending some quality time catching up here at the Village.

Moments like these help make Warramunda feel just like home.

30/03/2026

🧶 Knitting with heart

There’s something very special happening in our Saunders Street Wing thanks to the talented hands of resident Joyce Read.

Joyce has been busy knitting a beautiful collection of children’s jumpers, now available from a small pop-up table in the wing, with all proceeds supporting resident Lifestyle activities here at Warramunda Village.

Recently, some thoughtful students from Kyabram P-12 College stopped by and chose a jumper for their teacher, who is expecting a baby soon. A lovely moment of kindness and connection across generations.

If you’re visiting the Village, be sure to take a look at Joyce’s wonderful work. Each stitch is made with care, and every purchase helps support activities that bring joy to our residents.

Thank you, Joyce, for sharing your talent with our community 💜

28/03/2026

🏉 Footy Tipping Season is Back at Warramunda Village! 🏉

There was plenty of footy chatter and friendly debate around the Village last week as students from Kyabram P–12 College visited to help our residents get their football tips in for the round ahead.

This wonderful intergenerational tradition has become a highlight of the footy calendar here at Warramunda, and we’re delighted that the students will be returning each week throughout the season, just as they did last year.

It’s a fantastic way to spark conversation, share stories of legendary matches and favourite teams, and enjoy the excitement of the season together.

A big thank you to the Kyabram P–12 students for bringing their enthusiasm and community spirit into the Village — we’re looking forward to another great tipping season together! 🏆💛

26/03/2026

🎉 Happy 96th Birthday, Kelvin! 🎉

There was a wonderful reason to celebrate at Warramunda Village on Monday, as Kelvin West marked the remarkable milestone of his 96th birthday surrounded by those who matter most. 💛

Kelvin enjoyed a special birthday lunch here at the Village with his family, making the day even more meaningful. Sharing the celebration were son Russell, brother Noel, sister Lynette, wife Edith, Kelvin, daughter Sue and husband Ivan, and son Fred and wife Marilyn — a lovely gathering full of smiles and memories.

From everyone at Warramunda Village, we wish Kelvin a very happy birthday and thank him for letting us be part of such a special day. 🎂✨

18/03/2026

🍀 A Touch of Irish Magic at Warramunda Village 🍀

Yesterday, the Village was bursting with green, laughter and a whole lot of Irish cheer as we celebrated St Patrick’s Day in style! 🇮🇪✨

The morning kicked off with some light-hearted competition across both the Main Dining Room and Saunders Dining Room, where residents tried their luck at gold coin tossing and tested their aim with balloon shooting — plenty of laughs, a little friendly rivalry, and just a hint of Irish luck in the air! 🎯💰

By the afternoon, the celebrations rolled on with the wonderful Claire and Glenn, who filled the room with music and joy. Residents sang along to a lively mix of Irish favourites and country classics, creating a warm, toe-tapping atmosphere that had everyone smiling. 🎶💚

A fantastic day of connection, fun and celebration — just the way we like it at Warramunda Village.

(We think there may have been a few lucky charms hidden around too…) 🍀

11/03/2026

🐾 A very special visitor 🐾

There were plenty of smiles around Warramunda Village yesterday with a visit from one of our most loved regular guests — Teddy the pet therapy dog and his wonderful handler Vonda. 💛

Teddy has been visiting our residents since he was just a puppy, bringing comfort, companionship and plenty of wagging-tail happiness along the way.

Today, Teddy celebrates a very special milestone — his 4th birthday! 🎂🐶

Yesterday’s visit doubled as a little early birthday celebration, and our residents were delighted to spend time with him, share plenty of pats, and help mark the occasion.

Happy 4th Birthday Teddy — thank you for all the joy you bring to Warramunda Village! 🐾💛

07/03/2026

💙 Celebrating the Heart and Soul of Warramunda 💙

Warramunda Village recently celebrated something very special — the first ever Culture Change Group Service Recognition Event, held at Parkland Golf Club.

The evening brought together staff from across the Village and Community Care to recognise the people who embody our WE CARE philosophy every day in their work with residents and clients.

MC Mel Thomas captured the spirit of the night perfectly, describing Warramunda staff as “the heart and soul of the Village.” What began as a simple idea following last year’s staff survey — highlighting the need to better recognise our people — grew into a wonderful celebration of dedication, compassion and teamwork.

✨ More than 50 staff members were recognised for their years of service, with awards presented across several milestones from 5 years through to more than 20 years of service.

A special moment came as we honoured two remarkable team members who have each dedicated more than two decades to Warramunda:

🏅 Helen McDonald – serving the Village since December 2003
🏅 Anna Resul – serving since July 2002, approaching an incredible 25 years next year

Thank you to every staff member who continues to make Warramunda Village a place of compassion, connection and care.

05/03/2026

🐾 The March edition of Waggles is here! 🐾

…and it’s available in print AND digital 📘💻

We’re excited to share that our monthly Waggles newsletter — packed with stories, photos, updates and celebrations from across Warramunda Village — is now available in a digital version, alongside the printed copies our residents know and love.

Why does this matter?
Because so many of our residents have big, beautiful families — children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren spread across Australia… and across the world 🌏💛

Now, no matter where they live, your loved ones can stay connected to life at Warramunda.

Every month, Waggles brings together 40+ pages of stories and snapshots from village life, including:

✨ Resident stories
✨ Staff achievements
✨ Leisure & lifestyle highlights
✨ Community Care updates
✨ Renovation news
✨ Special features
✨ And CEO John’s monthly report

And the March edition is a beauty.

📣 What’s Inside This Month?

🏅 Service Awards Celebration – recognising staff who have reached 5, 10, 15 and 20+ years of service

📸 Pages of leisure & lifestyle photos – activities, outings and everyday moments that make Warramunda special

🍽️ Join us for a meal – visitors are always welcome, with two-course meals available for just $13

🎨 The Higgs Family Art Project – a beautiful birdlife artwork series set to brighten the Rockman Wing

🔧 Renovation update – progress on the village redevelopment and the local trades bringing the vision to life

🌱 Growing a local leader – meet Fairley Leadership Program participant Renee Pichler

📰 ILU Stories – the beginning of a new series sharing memories and local history from our Independent Living residents

🌟 Resident of the Month: Bill Raglus – a remarkable life story of farming, family, bowls and 72 years of marriage

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04/03/2026

💚 Warramunda Village welcomes Dale Denham to the Board 💚

Warramunda Village is delighted to welcome Dale Denham as the newest member of our Board, joining us at an exciting time as we continue progressing the Village’s Master Plan and future growth. 🏡✨

Many in the Kyabram community will know Dale as one of the region’s most dedicated contributors — a professional building designer and tireless volunteer whose service was recognised when he was named Kyabram & Campaspe Citizen of the Year in 2020. 🌟

Across nearly 25 years, Dale has contributed to a wide range of community organisations and local boards, including:

🏥 Kyabram District Health Service – 10 years as Board Chair and Director, overseeing major developments including a $4.5 million redevelopment. Dale now holds the honour of Life Governor.
🏦 Kyabram Community Bank (Bendigo Bank) – Director and Vice Chair
🎓 Kyabram P–12 College Council – long-standing council member and former President
🏉 Involvement with the Kyabram Football Netball Club, local tennis associations and regional development initiatives.

Professionally, Dale operates Denham Design, a respected building design and consultancy practice working across the Goulburn Valley. His experience in residential and commercial design, project planning and major developments will bring valuable insight as Warramunda continues to evolve to meet the needs of our community. 🏗️📐

We are thrilled to welcome Dale to the Warramunda Board and look forward to the knowledge, leadership and community spirit he will bring as we continue shaping the future of Warramunda Village. 💙🌿

Please join us in giving Dale a warm Warramunda welcome. 👏

Warramunda Village

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