TWENTY years ago, Oak Tree Group founders – economist Mark Bindon and lawyer Franco De Pasquale – chose the oak tree as a powerful and aspirational symbol for their dynamic new business.

The partners were ahead of their time when they recognised that retiring Australians, particularly those in outer suburbs and regional towns, had little housing choice and were often forced to move out of their community when the time came to downsize.

Driven by their passion to challenge convention, Mark and Franco set out to meet the need, handpicking the location for each new village, overseeing every aspect of the build, and personally welcoming residents.

A decade later, the Australian Government endorsed their foresight when it predicted Seniors would be the fastest growing demographic group in the nation and their changing needs would place unprecedented demands on the housing sector.

Mark and Franco had known that location was a vital consideration for older people who desperately wanted the security and comfort of “ageing in place”, close to familiar people, services, and facilities.

Maintaining that connection was even more pressing for retirees who had spent their lives in outer suburbs and regional centres.

Today, the Oak Tree Group is one of Australia’s fastest-growing privately-owned retirement-living operators with over 30 boutique communities across four states and a portfolio of new developments in the pipeline.

The Oak Tree model puts residents first.

By keeping the footprint of each village small and intimate, developments integrate seamlessly into existing suburbs, giving residents direct access to established transport, infrastructure, and facilities.

The result is a distinctive and close-knit community specifically crafted to appeal to “locals” in the area.

Village designs are stylish and responsive, featuring secure, contemporary homes set in attractive grounds.

Floorplans incorporate the latest lifestyle trends, with safety and accessibility features discreetly built-in.

Every detail is meticulously planned so residents can enjoy retirement and maintain their independence longer, from the step-free floorplans and wide access for mobility devices, to full-size kitchens, private outdoor living and quality appliances throughout.

Outside their own home, residents have access to private recreational facilities, including swimming pools and exercise rooms, barbecue areas, function spaces and libraries.

This makes it easy and convenient to be physically active, to join in with organised activities when it suits, to entertain and to stay socially connected with like-minded friends and neighbours.

As a registered retirement living provider, Oak Tree Retirement Group gives residents the added peace of mind that comes with knowing the company meets the high standards of compliance demanded by the Retirement Villages Act and legislation in every State.

Most of all, residents have the comfort and assurance of being part of the Oak Tree community – a symbol of strength, quality and relaxed living designed exclusively for Australian retirees.

Opening in Coffs Harbour December 2022, and coming to Yamba and Nambucca Heads.

Call 1300 367 155 or visit oaktreegroup.com.au for more information.