Arvida Living Well Communities

03/06/2026

Cold weather, great company… and even better catches. Step aboard the Alma G boat and see how village residents are making the most of winter on the water.

While the temperatures have dropped in Kerikeri, there’s been no slowing down for residents keen to get out on the water aboard the beautifully restored…

15/05/2026

A lovely story from one of our Christchurch communities...

Family connections run deeper than most at a Christchurch retirement community.

15/05/2026

These retirement village residents in Te Awamutu share their love of cycling as they live life their way with regular solo and group e-bike rides around the region.

Whether they’re looking at a trip for the views, the hills, or a café at the end… the retirement village cycling residents know they can go the distance.

27/04/2026

Fresh air, friendly chats, happy feet. The Copper Crest village walking group in Tauranga proves a simple walk can do wonders.

Every Tuesday morning, the resident-led Arvida Copper Crest walking group laces up their shoes and sets out for an hour of fresh air, laughter, and lively…

23/04/2026

It's been another impressive harvest for the village community garden in Queenstown. Bringing residents together and producing fresh food to enjoy.

From crunchy green beans and rhubarb to carrots and hearty pumpkin, the community gardens at Arvida Queenstown Country Club are flourishing once again…

09/04/2026

See how a popular resident-led mailbox makeover has brought colour and character to letterboxes in a Kerikeri retirement village.

Julie Jones and Sheryl Barlow have been splashing their artistic magic all over Arvida Te Puna Waiora, the retirement community they proudly call home.

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…