The Ryman Blog

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Rowena Jackson’s remarkable portrait dances off the canvas

Rowena Jackson's new portrait

Rowena Jackson’s remarkable portrait dances off the canvas

Oct 21, 2024 3 min read

Cliff and Michelle reunite to reflect on Ryman history

Cliff and michelle

Cliff and Michelle reunite to reflect on Ryman history

Sep 18, 2024 3 min read

Alison Smith recalls Paralympics sharp shooting glory in the Big Apple

Alison Smith sitting in her chair being interviewed

Alison Smith recalls Paralympics sharp shooting glory in the Big Apple

Sep 13, 2024 3 min read

Shona McFarlane namesake captured in a vibrant portrait

A new portrait of Shona McFarlane unveiled at the retirement village

Shona McFarlane namesake captured in a vibrant portrait

Aug 30, 2024 2 min read

Ryman-funded restoration work recognised

Chapel

Ryman-funded restoration work recognised

Aug 26, 2024 2 min read

Wait, what? It’s a wētā hotel?!

Residents putting up a wētā hotels they built

Wait, what? It’s a wētā hotel?!

Aug 23, 2024 3 min read

Jane Winstone’s portrait soars to the skies!

Jane Winstone's portrait unveiling

Jane Winstone’s portrait soars to the skies!

Aug 9, 2024 3 min read

Evelyn Page residents go bananas!

Ryman residents holding bananas

Evelyn Page residents go bananas!

Jun 19, 2024 3 min read

Maddie Davidson tells village residents Olympics will be flipping fun

Maddie Davidson presents at a Ryman resident

Maddie Davidson tells village residents Olympics will be flipping fun

Jun 13, 2024 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.

    Best place to retire in New Zealand
  • 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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