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Two ‘caring and compassionate’ Rymanians awarded Graeme Rabbits scholarship

Two ‘caring and compassionate’ Rymanians awarded Graeme Rabbits scholarship

Dec 5, 2025 3 min read

Ryman Healthcare’s sector-first solar farm officially goes live

Ryman Healthcare’s sector-first solar farm officially goes live

Dec 5, 2025 1 min read

Big-hearted Ryman residents fundraise bumper donation for St John

A very happy group of people celebrate while holding a giant cheque

Big-hearted Ryman residents fundraise bumper donation for St John

Oct 24, 2025 3 min read

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

Smiling man in suit receives framed award from smiling woman

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

Oct 3, 2025 4 min read

‘Life-changing’ James Wattie Scholarship awarded to straight-A student

‘Life-changing’ James Wattie Scholarship awarded to straight-A student

Sep 18, 2025 3 min read

Warbirds flyover wows residents at Keith Park Village Grand Opening

Warbirds flyover wows residents at Keith Park Village Grand Opening

Jul 17, 2025 4 min read

Ryman voted Most Trusted Brand, 11 years and counting

Ryman wins trusted brands for the 11th time

Ryman voted Most Trusted Brand, 11 years and counting

May 27, 2025 1 min read

Bruce McLaren wins Ryman’s Village of the Year award!

Bruce McLaren's staff win best retirement village

Bruce McLaren wins Ryman’s Village of the Year award!

May 23, 2025 3 min read

Ryman’s Nurse of the Year finalists reveal why they chose nursing

Care staff with a resident painting nails

Ryman’s Nurse of the Year finalists reveal why they chose nursing

May 12, 2025 2 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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