The Moorings Village Whitianga

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/