The Hermitage reaches major milestone as construction phase nears
Principle Living has reached a major milestone in the delivery of its new over-55s community, The Hermitage, with local civil engineering company Daracon Group completing Stage 1 civil works earlier this month. The works have established the essential infrastructure for the first 44 villas within the 301-home community. Final asphalt works will be completed this […]
John Stevens and the communities that last
When John Stevens founded the Stevens Group in 1982, he wasn’t simply setting out to build homes. He was laying the foundations for a business built on creating places where people would want to live, work and build their lives. As Founder and Chairman of Stevens Group and Director of Principle Living, Mr Stevens has […]
Sue Mann’s lifelong commitment to care
For more than 40 years, Sue Mann has been helping older Australians live with dignity, independence and choice. As the Founder of Sue Mann Nursing and Community Care and a Director of Principle Living, her career has been defined by a commitment to delivering compassionate, personalised care. Sue’s journey began at Gosford Hospital, where she […]
Top 7 reasons to downsize in your 60s
Turning 60 often brings a shift in perspective. Maybe the family home that once buzzed with activity feels too big to manage, or life has quietly become a little lonelier as friends and family settle into their own routines. Downsizing isn’t just about moving to a smaller house, it’s about creating space for what really […]
It’s time to register your interest in The Hermitage
With construction getting into full swing and the first homes expect to be ready by early 2027, now is the time to register your interest in the Hunter’s newest over 55s community – The Hermitage. This landmark project will see the 37-hectare former Stonebridge Golf Course site brought back to life as a thoughtfully planned […]
Putting residents at the heart of communities – introducing MyRetirement
At Principle Living, we believe the retirement years should be empowering, purposeful and centred on what matters most to people. It’s that belief that sits at the core of MyRetirement – a personalised support service designed to help our residents through each stage of their downsizing and retirement journey. Downsizing is an exciting process but […]
Meet the experienced team behind Principle Living
Every great community begins with a story, and the Principle Living story has been shaped by two partners with a shared belief in creating better futures for older Australians. Principle Living is a partnership between the Mann Family, founders of myHomecare, and the Stevens Group, a leading privately owned NSW property development group. The Stevens […]
Discover Cessnock – the gateway to the Hunter Valley
Set at the gateway to Australia’s most famous wine region, Cessnock is a vibrant regional centre offering a lifestyle that blends open space, community connection and everyday convenience. Cessnock has evolved from its historic mining roots into a thriving town best known today as the hub of Hunter Valley wine country. It serves as the […]
Civil contractor appointed to The Hermitage community
Principle Living has announced the appointment of Daracon Group as civil contractor for their first land lease community – The Hermitage in Cessnock. Daracon is one of NSW’s most respected civil construction companies, with more than 40 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure, subdivision and earthworks projects across the Hunter region and regional NSW. The […]
Choosing between a retirement village and land lease community: which is right for you?
From low-maintenance living to vibrant community connections, here’s everything you need to know to choose between a retirement village and a land lease community. Retirement or semi-retirement is a time to focus on what matters most – your lifestyle, your freedom, and the people and experiences you love. Whether you’re looking to unlock equity, downsize […]