From the Maitland Mercury report:
Growing pains associated with the expansion of Morpeth, particularly the redevelopment of the former St John’s site, has emerged as an issue for residents. The historic St John’s site fronting Morpeth Road is under going a transformation into a centrepiece for seniors living, with a residential development and the use of Morpeth House for aged care.
Full article by Briony Snedden available at: Maitland Mercury, 05 Jul, 2011.