Located in the heart of Wollongong, Howard Court at IRT Pioneer Place Retirement Village offers the best of city living with a seaside backdrop. With shopping, dining, health services, and public transport just steps away, convenience is at your doorstep!
Our stunning, architecturally designed building features a glass-roofed atrium that brings in natural light and showcases breathtaking high-rise views.
There’s always something to enjoy here, whether it’s joining in on the community activities or unwinding in our peaceful landscaped gardens and quiet areas that are perfect for relaxing and recharging. Whatever you’re after, we’ve got it covered.
Enjoy relaxed beachside living in a welcoming community of like-minded neighbours. Do as much or as little as you like, from happy hour catch-ups to quiet moments in the gardens, there’s always a place to feel at home.
With a stunning coastline in one direction and the picturesque Illawarra escarpment in the other, you’re spoilt for choice within the coastal city of Wollongong. Surrounded by bushland and close to the Shoalhaven River, our village puts the best of Nowra close by. With shops, cafes, health services and scenic spots nearby, it’s easy to spend your days your way. We’ve shared a few local places below to help you picture life here.
We’ve been helping people make the move into retirement living for over 55 years, so we know what questions come up, especially around costs. That’s why we keep things simple, transparent and upfront.
No hidden fees, no fine print, just honest info and a team ready to help. Here are the basics, and if you’d like to know more, you can dive deeper anytime.
Prior to your move into the village, we will provide a detailed calculation of the costs you can anticipate for both entering and exiting the community.
If you’re not happy after moving in to your new community, we’ll refund your ingoing contribution within 90 days, minus rent for the time you stayed in the village.
You won’t pay any stamp duty on your home in an IRT retirement village in NSW, Qld or the ACT.
When you decide to leave the community, you won’t be asked to pay any expenses associated with the refurbishment, marketing or sale of your home.
The Retirement Living Code of Conduct sets out clear standards to help make retirement communities safe, fair and supportive places to live. We’re proud to be a foundation member, because looking after our residents and doing the right thing has always been part of who we are.
We’re locals you can count on offering real support, friendly faces, and welcoming communities that feel just right.
We’ve been supporting older Australians for more than five decades, and we’re still proudly not-for-profit and community-owned.
Our teams live where you live. We know the area, and we know what matters most.
Stay independent with support when you need it, from home care to aged care, we’re here for every stage.
Our villages are more than places to live, they’re places to belong. With friendly neighbours and shared spaces, you’ll feel at home from day one.
Situated in NSW within the cultural hub of Wollongong, Parkside at IRT Pioneer Place Retirement Village is perfect for those who love spending time with friends and family, and experiencing all life has to offer.
Nestled in the quiet leafy suburb of Keiraville, yet just a few minutes drive from all the entertainment, shopping and medical facilities of the Wollongong CBD.
Located just a stone’s throw out of Wollongong CBD, Diment apartments accentuate natural light and stunning views. This well-known retirement village is soon to undergo a refurbishment to provide next level contemporary living.
You’re not alone, we get lots of great questions from people considering the move into a retirement village. From village amenities to services, pricing and what daily life is really like, we’ve answered the things people ask us most. Take a look and see if we’ve covered yours.
We’re a community-owned organisation that’s been improving the lives of older Australians for 50 years.
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