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July 11, 2025 | IN Together Magazine | BY AVID | 3 min read 

There’s something of a sister act happening across AVID neighbourhoods in Victoria, courtesy of Niella Mac and her sisters.

Making use of AVID’s loyalty program AVIDRewards, the Mac sisters have bought three homes across Sienna Rise (located in Frasers Rise) and Carolina (located in Deanside) – with two of them buying only three doors apart.

Keeping the family connected was close to Niella’s heart during the buying process.

“I grew up in Caroline Springs, and my sisters and I have all stayed local through AVID’s Victorian neighbourhoods. My older sister bought land in Sienna Rise a few years ago, and my younger sister and I are both soon-to-be Carolina residents.”

After being referred through AVIDRewards by her older sister, Niella repaid the favour when it came time for the youngest to purchase her first home.

“Choosing a neighbourhood to build my first home was like choosing a restaurant – the reviews mattered to me. I had such a great experience buying at Carolina and I wanted the same for my sister. She’s going to be only three houses down!”

Niella and her sisters represent the very heart of the AVID vision and mission – connected communities where residents can enjoy the very best their neighbourhoods have to offer.

The arrival of Vantage Bloomdale, AVID Victoria’s landmark first land-lease community in Digger’s Rest, presents Victorians with even more opportunities to keep their loved ones close (and living in style).

Vantage by AVID is a brand-new portfolio of resort-style living for over-50’s with the added convenience of a land-lease model and without the hassle of exit fees. In Vantage communities, people looking to kick up their feet and live a lifestyle they’ve dreamt of can find an entire neighbourhood of high-end amenities including Clubhouses, private cinemas, tennis courts, wellness centres and more.

Through AVIDRewards, residents can be rewarded with up to $3,000 in Prezzee gift cards, with a $1,500 gift card if they refer their loved ones to an AVID neighbourhood – including Vantage Bloomdale.

For Niella, having her sister close by was the true reward – and an addition to her furniture fund in the form of the Prezee gift card was just a welcome bonus.

“I already knew I wanted to continue the tradition of buying near family when I first considered referring my younger sister. I’m so excited to have her be so close by, and it’s been a lot of fun to watch the exciting building process side-by-side.”

“AVIDRewards sweetened the deal, a very friendly neighbour and a great gift card on top of that. I’m sure we’ll be fighting over who can refer our parents in no time!”

Niella Mac and her sisters are perfect examples of AVID’s mission of fostering communities filled with connection, support, and shared memories. Through the AVID Rewards program, families across Australia can enjoy the practical benefits of staying close with the inimitable sense of togetherness that makes a neighbourhood feel like home.