Residential aged care at Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge in Merriwa, Western Australia
- Permanent
- Respite
- Dementia
About our home
RAAFA's Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge, situated in Cambrai Village, Merriwa, offers a contemporary and comfortable residential environment. The facility features single-sized rooms with ensuites, available over two levels, some with balconies offering parkland views. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, quality fittings, a telephone, and an easy-access nurse call system.
Residents can relax in homely lounge areas with adjustable lighting and kitchenette facilities or engage in group activities in the large function room. Dining options include meals prepared by an in-house chef in modern dining rooms. The outdoor amenities feature attractive gardens and a barbecue area. Additional facilities include an onsite hairdressing salon and multi-faith church services.
- Gardens
- Outdoor courtyard
- Organised activities
- Onsite hairdresser
Top Rated Home in Merriwa
One of the top homes in Merriwa according to residents and Government service audits.
3 Year AccreditationVivian Bullwinkel Lodge Reviews
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The Residents Experience rating shows what current residents at Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge think of the food, staff, care and more. These ratings are from the 2025 Aged Care Quality Commission Survey.
I doubt that there is any better Aged Care Facility. I am constantly in awe of Administrative staff, all nursing staff and the Doctor. They are the most genuinely caring and wonderful group of people you will ever meet. All residents are known well and treated as individuals. There is nothing they won’t do to ensure comfort and care of every resident. I can’t speak highly enough of them all.
My grandma is there? Such a beautiful place. Great staff and well-maintained
Caring staff who try their hardest
Brilliant elderly care facility that takes a real interest in the physical and mental health if everyone living there.
My mother in law resides here, rooms are freshly renovated when you move in, around the clock medical care, plenty of activities to join in with and awesome meals and staff are wonderful
Rooms & Pricing
No Accommodation fee for respite
You will only pay the Basic daily fee and may pay an additional services fee.
Concessional residents welcome
Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge supports eligible government funded residents with subsidised fees.
About the Staff
Residents at Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge on average received 229 minutes of total daily care (109% target) from a combination of support workers, enrolled and registered nurses. In September 2025, a Registered Nurse was on site 24:00 hours per day.
Things to know
About the operator
- Operated by Air Force Association (Western Australian Division) Incorporated
- Not for profit business
- Is Commonwealth government subsidised
- ABN: 97352605141
Safety Checks
- Certification valid
- Has not received notice of sanction
- Is accredited
Location
85 Hester Avenue Merriwa 6030 WaQuestions
What is the ACQSC star rating of Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge?
This home has an overall ACQSC star rating of Good.
What is the price range of residential aged care at Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge?
Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge has 6 different types of rooms which range in price between $295,000 and $550,000 maximum refundable accommodation deposit.
Updated: 25 October 2025