Russell Kennedy principal and retirement living lawyer Rosemary Southgate has been inducted as an Honorary Life Member of the Retirement Living Council (RLC) in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the retirement living sector. The announcement was made at the 2025 National Retirement Living Summit in Brisbane, where the RLC presented its highest honour to Rosemary for her long-standing service, leadership and impact across the industry.
With over 25 years’ experience in property, leasing and retirement living, Rosemary is a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited specialist in Property Law. She has been a trusted advisor to the Property Council of Australia and the Retirement Living Council, a key contributor to legislative retirement village reform and an active member of the Property Council's Victorian Retirement Living Committee for many years.
Reflecting on the award, as mentioned in the RLC media release here, Rosemary said: “I am honoured to receive this award from the RLC. I have enjoyed working with the RLC and its members over many years. The RLC is vital for the retirement living sector and leads the way with its advocacy and thought-leadership work.”
RLC President Tony Randello said Rosemary and fellow inductee David Moran (CEO of Southern Cross Care SA, VIC & NT) exemplify “dedication, integrity and long-term commitment to improving the lives of older Australians.”
Honorary Life Membership is the RLC’s most prestigious recognition, conferred on individuals who have made an outstanding, long-term contribution to the sector and the communities it serves.
To learn more about the announcement, read the full media release by the RLC here.
Credit: RLC
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Rosemary Southgate
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E: rsouthgate@rk.com.au
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