A tribute to the Anzac’s Every year we take a minute out of our day to commemorate the courage, mateship and sacrifice of those who have served. We pay tribute and remember those who have fallen whilst whispering the words from The Ode. “They shall grow not old as we [...]
Crazy about Easter hats! Here at The Mornington we like to have some fun and get creative. Sarah and Helen from catering prepared an afternoon delight of cakes and champagne on Easter Saturday for all Residents. Helens daughter, Natasha and her friend Zoe, helped set up tables with arts and [...]
"Studies show that reading the Lakeside Reed is good for your health" Lakeside Reed April 2018 Its an Easter celebration! In this Lakeside Reed you will read about the Easter celebrations at The Mornington, our Residents day tripping adventures, Gwen's near miss on the high seas and Russell's life as [...]
Happy Easter! Happy Easter to all Residents, their family and friends. It is a time to enjoy the company of loved ones and also to munch on some delicious chocolate that the Easter Bunny brings us.
The meaning of this long weekend! What does it really mean? Most young people know it as just another public holiday that brings on a long weekend. Little do some know that this day bought on the eight hour movement, family, freedom and a fair-go. Before the 8 hour movement came [...]
Let's get planting! Want fresh vegetables to make those wholesome soups and casseroles in winter? Now’s the time to plant those veggies and have them ready. Let’s make use of our vegie patches around The Mornington and plant carrot, cabbage, cauliflower, potato, pumpkins, silver beet and much more! [...]
"Studies show that reading the Lakeside Reed is good for your health" Lakeside Reed February 2018 Welcome to the first edition for 2018! We hope everyone had an enjoyable festive season. In this edition of the Lakeside Reed you will find interesting stories of our residents and see what’s been [...]
Mother Duck and her Babies! One of our wildlife residents has had her babies. Hoo-ray! Seven beautiful little ducklings have hatched. She is a proud mum showing off her little ones around the village. You can find them waddling along Frank Worrell Drive (so we need to be extra careful [...]
"The Lakeside Reed wishes everyone a merry Christmas and a safe & happy New Year" Lakeside Reed December 2017 In this edition we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Safe & Happy New Year. Inside you will read about a trip to Arthurs Seat, the recent Open Day held at the [...]
This Years Open Day was a hit ! The 2017 October Open Day was a raging success! A better day couldn’t have been asked for. There were over 200 coffees poured which were accompanied by the ever so delicious sausage sizzle and Devonshire tea. The perfect spring day brought a lot [...]
