Arvida Living Well Communities

02/04/2026

From writing newspaper columns to organising councillor visits and joining in on village activities - find out how Peter Carr is keeping his schedule busy and his mind sharp in his retirement years.

At Arvida Lauriston Park in Cambridge, Peter Carr has redefined what it means to live actively in retirement.

24/03/2026

Behind every great retirement village event is someone with ideas, energy… and a whole lot of heart. Jackie is the woman who keeps Peninsula Club in Stanmore Bay buzzing with resident-led activities.

If you’ve ever wondered who keeps Arvida Peninsula Club retirement community buzzing with excitement, look no further than Jackie Coomber - she’s…

13/03/2026

A friendship lasting 80 years - from Rangi Ruru to Rhodes! Thank you Seven Sharp for visiting our Rhodes on Cashmere community to meet two of our wonderful Care Suite residents.

11/03/2026

These Bethlehem Shores blokes in Tauranga don’t just dip a toe in – they make a splash! Aquacise isn’t just for females.... it’s about moving well, feeling good and having a laugh together. And these fellas are all in.

Four days a week for eleven years, 12 to 15 spirited gentlemen residents of Arvida Bethlehem Shores retirement community have been making a splash by…

27/02/2026

At 93, Eleonore is still doing life her way. She's proving why staying active, curious and true to yourself matters at every stage of life.
Read her inspiring story...

With a zest for life at 93 years old, Eleonore Wheeler doesn’t just stroll... she conquers.

24/02/2026

Earthworks are about to begin at the new Arvida Waikanae Beach development. Find out about the planned retirement community for Waikanae Beach here -

It's exciting times at Waikanae Beach as the Arvida development begins.

05/02/2026

If you ever needed a reminder that it’s never too late for new beginnings, meet Maree and Bob who met in their retirement village and fell in love.

Maree and Bob Graham hadn’t planned on finding love and each other in their retirement village in Stanmore Bay, but that’s exactly what happened.

19/01/2026

Great news! Arvida has introduced new buy‑back timeframes that go beyond recent Government proposals, designed to give incoming residents greater certainty, confidence, and flexibility when joining one of our communities. Click to find out more.

Arvida today announced that it has implemented the buy-back terms that were recently proposed by the Government.

11/01/2026

From pineapple jam to beetroot chutney, ‘Pam’s Kitchen’ is a big hit at the local market and in her Te Awamutu retirement village. Find out Pam's most popular pantry preserve.

For over a year, Pam Powell has brought a special flavour to Arvida's Te Awamutu retirement community, but her love for preserves began long before she…

23/12/2025

Arvida Peninsula Club’s Wellness Leader shares simple advice for staying connected, active, and healthy during the holidays.

Wellness Leader has some handy tips for residents over the holidays.

22/12/2025

Carol has found a new life at Queenstown Country Club where she’s enjoying singing, gardening, and community. Thinking of a change? Carol says pack your bags and see how good life can be.

Carol Hamilton traded the sound of traffic jams for the soothing quiet, by moving from Auckland to Queenstown just six weeks ago.

15/12/2025

For the Todds, the Moving On team transformed a daunting moving chore into a breeze, proving that when it comes to new beginnings – a helping hand goes a long way.

After eleven house moves together, Fay and Lindsay Todd could probably write a book on shifting house.