Maryvonne Gray

Maryvonne Gray

Articles authored by Maryvonne Gray - Senior Communications Advisor at Ryman Healthcare

The Ryman Blog

Discover the latest in retirement living through resident stories, helpful advice, news, and more.

WW2 POW celebrates 107th birthday!

Ryman resident celebrate his 107th birthday

WW2 POW celebrates 107th birthday!

Dec 12, 2023 2 min read

Emotional surprise for Graeme Rabbits scholarship winner

Emotional surprise for Graeme Rabbits scholarship winner

Emotional surprise for Graeme Rabbits scholarship winner

Dec 12, 2023 4 min read

Karakia marks start of new Ryman village in Cambridge

A blessing from Ngāti Koroki Kahukura has signalled the start of Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge retirement village.

Karakia marks start of new Ryman village in Cambridge

Nov 30, 2023 2 min read

Linda Jones is Ryman’s fittest village for 2023!

Linda Jones celebrates best village for 2023

Linda Jones is Ryman’s fittest village for 2023!

Nov 23, 2023 3 min read

Knitting and nattering to help others

Knitting group at the retirement village

Knitting and nattering to help others

Nov 20, 2023 2 min read

Stunning new portrait of Possum Bourne revealed

Possum Bourne's new portrait unveiled

Stunning new portrait of Possum Bourne revealed

Nov 16, 2023 3 min read

Friendship blooms for Filipo and Paneta

Friends have a photo taken in the village

Friendship blooms for Filipo and Paneta

Nov 10, 2023 3 min read

The Whitlocks complete Walking for Wellness in Iceland!

Ryman residents in Iceland on holiday

The Whitlocks complete Walking for Wellness in Iceland!

Nov 2, 2023 2 min read

Keith Park residents congratulate high-vis army

Keith Park residents host a morning tea for the construction team

Keith Park residents congratulate high-vis army

Oct 26, 2023 3 min read

Popular articles

  • Ryman Healthcare wins Best Provider in 2025 NZ’s Best Awards

    Ryman Healthcare has been announced Best Provider Nationwide at the 2025 Seniors New Zealand Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care facilities, marking the sixth time Ryman has won this prestigious title.

     

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  • Checking the mail now part of special care unit’s daily routine

    Resident Garth Scanlan and his daughter Sharon Mitchell had the honour of cutting the ribbon to unveil a startlingly accurate replica of a NZ Post mailbox.

    The mailbox was one of two that had been lovingly crafted by a group of independent residents in the village workshop, with the presentation scheduled during September to mark Alzheimer's Awareness Month.

    Checking the mail now part of special care unit’s daily routine
  • Best place to retire in New Zealand

    New Zealand’s beautiful and varied landscapes, mild climate, and relaxed lifestyle make it an attractive place to live. Whether you enjoy vibrant cities, laid-back coastal towns, or hitting the road in your RV, it’s a top choice for retirement.

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  • Angus the cat keeps widowed Wally company

    They say a dog is a man’s best friend, but they clearly haven’t met Angus the cat, the affectionate feline who lives in Ryman Healthcare’s Keith Park Village in Hobsonville with his owner Wally Annett!

    The sociable grey and white cat became a TikTok sensation two years ago when Wally’s granddaughter Sarah posted a video of her Nana Helen and Poppy Wally pushing Angus around the village gardens in his trolley and going for walks on a leash.

     

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  • From five star hotels to global icons - Ryman chefs serve only the best!

    Before making the move to the retirement sector, many of our chefs at Ryman Healthcare have worked all around the world in some of the finest restaurants and hotels, often serving up platters for the rich and famous.

    This means that our residents are getting the benefit of this fantastic experience now delivered right to their plates!

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