Ranfurly Village

11/08/2026

Enlivening the impressive environment within the recently opened Pacific Lakes centrepiece, the Pavilion, a cohort of talented artisans were invited to design and sculpt bespoke art pieces.

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Collaboration and Clay

28/07/2026

In Central Otago's sharp-edged climate, Chris Wilkinson and his team grow delicate, flavourful microgreens inside repurposed shipping containers, supplying Queenstown's renowned restaurants with fresh produce, while cutting waste and quietly building a resilient local food story.

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Small Green, Big Vision

15/07/2026

The late Sharon Hawke's story traces the long aftermath of occupation – through film, journalism and Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei governance — and a legacy spent fighting for Māori stories, memory and self-determination.

We share this feature in memory of Sharon, who passed away in April. To explore the full feature from our Living magazine, click the link below.

Holding Ground

02/07/2026

Welcome to the fourth edition of Generus Living's Living magazine. Through these pages, we celebrate remarkable New Zealanders, and this edition is no exception. This edition of Living is filled with plenty of thoughtful reading perfect for a slower season – from creative spaces and remote landscapes to local craft, flavour and fresh food ideas.

In this issue, we interview the late Sharon Hawke, step inside The Pavilion at Pacific Lakes in Pāpāmoa, meet Lighthouse Gin head distiller Rachel Hall to hear the story behind the brand's remarkable revival, and journey to the breathtaking landscapes of Rakiura Stewart Island. We also visit Central Otago's Gibbston Microgreens, where innovative local food production is thriving through sustainable growing methods.

Discover the full publication here: https://www.generus.co.nz/engage/living-magazine/current-issue

27/05/2026

Ranfurly Village recently welcomed the renowned Spizzwinks(?) as part of their New Zealand tour, hosting the group during a special w**e and cheese afternoon enjoyed by residents. The performance created a warm and vibrant atmosphere, with residents describing the afternoon as entertaining, uplifting, and a truly memorable occasion.

Established in 1914, The Spizzwinks(?) are one of Yale’s premier a ca****la ensembles, celebrated internationally for their musical talent, touring history, and performance excellence. Their distinctive name also comes with a distinctive story.

In the group’s early years, when their name appeared in a Yale publication, an editor questioned whether it had been spelled correctly and added a question mark. Rather than removing it, the group embraced the ambiguity — and the famous “(?)” has remained part of their identity ever since.

30/04/2026

For many older New Zealanders, creativity wasn’t something they were encouraged to pursue growing up. Art was often treated as a childhood diversion rather than a lifelong practice. Yet research is increasingly clear: creative activity is one of the most effective ways to support cognitive health, emotional wellbeing and social connection. Click below to read more.

The Art of Staying Well

29/04/2026

Ranfurly Village marked ANZAC Day with a service of remembrance, reflecting the village’s long history as a place of care for veterans and its ongoing connection with the Ranfurly Veterans’ Trust. It remains a particularly meaningful day for the Ranfurly community. With heartfelt tributes, shared memories, and reflection, we paid our respects to those who served and continue to serve. Lest we forget.

24/04/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honour those who served and sacrificed for our country. On ANZAC Day, we reflect on the courage and resilience that continue to shape who we are today.

At Ranfurly Village, we take a moment to come together in remembrance — to acknowledge the past, honour the present, and share in a quiet gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy.

Lest we forget.

24/02/2026

The traditional notion of luxury – once purely a monument to excess and consumption – is being dismantled and rebuilt. A new philosophy is taking hold, one that finds opulence not in the acquisition of more, but in the discernment of enough.

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The luxury of enough

10/02/2026

The name Ranfurly is indelibly linked with New Zealand rugby tradition. However, the man who donated a shield to the New Zealand Rugby Football Union that bears his name today, was also a humanitarian, championing the dignity and selflessness of those who had served in the defence of the Empire.

To explore the full feature from our Living magazine, click the link below.

Lord Ranfurly: Of sacrifice and sport