Topic - Editorial

Code of Conduct – moves to operational phase 1 January

Nov 26 2019 Updated May 3, 2023

The Weekly Source

1 min read

For operators who are not fully aware of the strategy and benefit of the Code of Conduct, you should check out this video by co-founder of Living Choice villages, Graham Hobbs.

Living Choice currently has 12 award winning villages across QLD, NSW and SA, with 2,200 residents.

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