The Moorings Village Whitianga

08/10/2025

What a surprise!! Our little village but a huge achievement! 🎖

The Moorings has been named Best Small Retirement & Lifestyle Village in the North Island. A huge thank you to our residents, families, and friends 💙

We care, we connect, we celebrate! 💛

Hopper Living have received 8 awards at the 2025 NZ's Best Awards, including NZ’s Best Multi Village Excellence Award!

Huge thanks to our amazing residents, families, and friends — your votes mean the world! 🌿🏆

Read more about these awards on our website below 👇
hopperliving.co.nz/news/2025-seniors-nz-best-awards/

09/09/2025

Almost a year since Dave & Lynn became our very first residents at The Moorings, we’ve marked another first — breaking ground on our temporary clubhouse! 🥳 With plenty of laughs (and a helping paw from Murphy the dog 🐾), our pioneering couple, Leigh Hopper, Phil from PJ Builders, and Toni our Village Manager turned the first sods to kick off this exciting new chapter.

A space for friendships, family, and fun is on its way! 🌿✨

20/08/2025

WE'RE HIRING! 🤗

The Moorings Retirement Village is an exciting new addition to the Whitianga Waterways and is a retirement offering unlike anything else found along the Coromandel Peninsula. We are presently seeking a weekend host/hostess for our new Showhome. This is the perfect opportunity to work part-time, right here in beautiful Whitianga.

Click the link below to find out more 👇
https://www.seek.co.nz/job/86173252

25/06/2025

Awesome to see my story in the Hoppertunity Magazine! If you haven't read it already, click on the link below to read it on the website, or swing by the village or Whitianga Waterways sales office to pick up a printed copy.
https://www.hoppers.co.nz/news/hoppertunity-autumn-winter-2025/

Hoppertunity Feature: Quickfire Q&A - Toni Hatton

How long have you worked for Hoppers?
My journey began 16 years ago in the private hospital at Maygrove Village Orewa, where, for 10 years I took on multiple roles, from Cleaner and Caregiver to Household Manager, Activities Coordinator, and Administrator. Those first ten years provided invaluable experience, not only in operations, but in humanity & care—the moments of joy, the challenges, and the importance of fostering a compassionate environment for everyone.

For me, one of the defining aspects of working for Hopper Living is its deeply rooted family values. As a family-owned business, the Hoppers have maintained a strong presence across all their villages. Their hands-on approach is really refreshing. Directors and senior managers are just as likely to be found chatting with the gardeners as they are in the boardroom. Their leadership style fosters a workplace culture of genuine inclusion, support, and professional growth.

It was during one of these senior team visits 13 years ago that I first heard about plans for a fabulous new waterway village in Whitianga. The idea immediately resonated with me, though I never imagined it would one day become my reality. Yet, true to their ethos of internal development, Hopper Living recognised my aspirations and provided me with the opportunities to grow.

The following five years saw me transition into the village itself, moving from a part-time Receptionist to Sales Manager and, eventually, Assistant Village Manager. Throughout these years, no two days were ever the same. Aged care and retirement living are demanding industries, but in my opinion, one of the most rewarding...

Read the full story on the Hoppers website 👇
https://www.hoppers.co.nz/news/hoppertunity-autumn-winter-2025/

05/06/2025

The latest Hoppertunity magazine is out now!

This edition marks our third year of publication, and it’s full of fresh stories - from inspiring residents to exciting new waterfront projects, this issue celebrates the people, places and progress shaping our coastal communities.

✨ Dive into a brand-new era of marine living
💪 Meet an 89-year-old powerlifter who's still raising the bar
🏡 Explore life at The Moorings, our fastest-growing village yet
🍽 Try the ultimate Yorkshire pudding recipe from Whitianga’s waterfront

Click to read the full issue 👉 https://www.hoppers.co.nz/news/hoppertunity-autumn-winter-2025/

30/05/2025

The Moorings Village was proud to be the main sponsor for the Mercury Bay 9 Hole Golf Tournament last week. We could not have asked for better weather - it was a sunny blue-sky day. A great turn out, in all, a fun day indeed!

29/05/2025

The start of Cruiser Avenue

25/05/2025

Wake up to sunshine, sea breezes, and serene surrounds 🌿☀️
This is everyday living at our coastal retirement village in beautiful Coromandel

22/05/2025

With loads of underhand sass and fluke shot aiming from yours truly, the first petanque challenge match was played today. Bill was tough competition! The weather is still so nice we've decided to haul the BBQ out for the next game and have lunch together.

13/05/2025

The Moorings is looking absolutely luscious today! Our park-like greenspaces are going to be glorious. Whether you're out for a stroll with your fur baby, relaxing on your sunny patio with a book, or just taking in the view, there's no better place to enjoy the beauty of the day.