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Dark Destroyer swoops into Kevin Hickman Village

Dark Destroyer swoops into Kevin Hickman Village

Nov 6, 2025 2 min read

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

A smiling woman unveils the cover off a mailbox while others watch on in delight

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

Sep 26, 2025 3 min read

Gloria and Guy happy to give up house maintenance for good!

Smiling older couple sit together in homely surroundings

Gloria and Guy happy to give up house maintenance for good!

Sep 22, 2025 3 min read

Riotous fun as Rowena Jackson residents deadlift for charity

An older woman lifts a light barbell above her head as others look on enthusiastically

Riotous fun as Rowena Jackson residents deadlift for charity

Sep 17, 2025 3 min read

Bob’s adapted to serviced apartment living with a smile

An older man sits on a couch with his middle-aged daughter, smiling.

Bob’s adapted to serviced apartment living with a smile

Sep 8, 2025 3 min read

Residents’ knitting keeps Starship kids cosy this winter

Three ladies stand beside a table full of knitted items

Residents’ knitting keeps Starship kids cosy this winter

Aug 1, 2025 2 min read

Residents take recycling to the next level

Older woman demonstrating recycling methods

Residents take recycling to the next level

Jul 7, 2025 4 min read

Ryman caregiver Ynys celebrates 45 years in the job

Ryman caregiver Ynys celebrates 45 years in the job

Jun 17, 2025 4 min read

Judy marks 60th wedding anniversary by taking the plunge again

Ryman resident Judy bungee jumping from Kawerau Bridge

Judy marks 60th wedding anniversary by taking the plunge again

May 13, 2025 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.

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  • 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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