The very definition of health and wellness has evolved from merely a lack of illness and disease to a more holistic state of being, where one’s physical, emotional and mental health are in sync. Today, while there is an active market for products and services that reflect this philosophy, the overall health and wellness industry is experiencing a welcome boom!

The emerging medical aged care industry in Australia represent an excellent investment opportunity for well capitalised individuals. The concepts of population growth, aging society, demand in medical services and potential supply deficiency has built mutual connection and boosted the investment boom.

The blasting fever of investment shows in the aged care real estate. The aged care industry provides older Australians with a range of different services, allowing them to access appropriate levels of care when and where they require it as they age, graceful environment, fast development and sound aged care regulations in Australia comparing to most of the Asian area, it attracts many overseas investors.

In 2017, Dexus, known as Australia’s largest listed office landlord, has taken a big step into medical real estate with plans for an unlisted $760 million healthcare property fund. The new wholesale fund, to be known as the Australian Healthcare Property Fund, will be set up through a joint venture with Adelaide-based developer Commercial & General. The investment in medical industry in Australia is facing significant deficiency, while the medical real estate is not influenced by cyclical factors, it will be a good option for long term investment. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the aging population will take up more than 20% of the total population within 10 years. The obstinately high rate of aging will attract more investment in the aged care amenities and real estate, which will become the new economic growth accelerator. Furthermore, the increasing trend will be beneficial to investors who aim to settle in Australia.

New Horizon Holdings Group Pty Ltd has been focusing on developing related investment projects. Stay tuned.