First published 5 Nov 2026, 11:00am
Liven Communities has officially unveiled its $300m Liven Carabella development in the Toowoomba region, with sales now open at the new over-50s community.
The wellness-focused lifestyle community at Gowrie Junction will provide 430 homes a 15-minute drive from the Toowoomba CBD.
The first release has 21 homes, with prices starting from $649,500 for a two-bedroom two-bathroom home with a single garage.
Each home in the first release includes $8000 worth of premium upgrades, while founding homeowners will also receive a $12,000 settlement reward with the development on a 25ha site at the corner of Gowrie Birnam Rd and Hayden Rd.
Liven Communities chief executive Andrea Richards said Liven Carabella combined a peaceful country setting with easy access to the extensive shopping, healthcare, dining and other services available in nearby Highfields and Toowoomba.
At the heart of the community will be a clubhouse pavilion designed as a place for residents to gather, connect and enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding area.
Ms Richards said the pavilion would bring Liven’s focus on hospitality and service to everyday life, with an outdoor swimming pool, cinema, indoor golf simulator, cafe, library, art studio and private dining facilities.
A separate Wellness Club will include a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna and spa, complemented by tennis and pickleball courts, barbecue facilities and social spaces.
Ms Richards said Liven Carabella had been inspired by some of the world’s leading wellness retreats.
“When we set out to design Liven Carabella, we drew inspiration from the finest wellness retreats, where the environment itself can influence how you feel,” she said.
“We wanted to create that same sense of wellbeing and belonging as part of everyday life, rather than something people only experience when they go on holiday.
“That extends to the hospitality and service we provide. We want residents to feel looked after and have great places to meet friends, share a meal or simply enjoy spending time together.
“Today’s downsizers favour communities where they can genuinely thrive, stay socially connected and continue enjoying an active lifestyle. Liven Carabella will offer beautiful homes alongside exceptional amenities and open green spaces that encourage people to get outdoors, stay healthy and build meaningful friendships.”
Homes at Liven Carabella will feature modern two and three-bedroom designs focused on low-maintenance living, indoor and outdoor entertaining and contemporary finishes.
The community will also be pet-friendly and include a dedicated on-site community manager.
Ms Richards said the Toowoomba region continued to attract downsizers and retirees seeking a more affordable and lifestyle-oriented alternative to larger metropolitan areas.
“This is about giving people the opportunity to enjoy a more fulfilling and active lifestyle in a peaceful country setting, while still remaining close to everything they need,” she said.
Liven Carabella is Liven Communities’ fourth Queensland community, following the launch of communities in Hervey Bay, Elliott Heads and Gympie.
Liven Carabella operates under a land lease model. Residents own their home and lease the land, with benefits including no stamp duty and the ability to retain 100 per cent of any capital gains if they decide to sell.
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