There are 30 retirement villages across Manawatū-Whanganui. With rural and urban options, this vast region offers the best of both worlds – from the bigger centres of Palmerston North and Whanganui to the smaller provincial towns of Levin, Feilding, Foxton, and Dannevirke, there are plenty of retirement living options worth exploring – from the long established to the newly built.
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Manawatū-Whanganui?
If you’re looking for a varied lifestyle, Manawatū-Whanganui might just be the place for you with mountains, city, and sea all within reach.
Sitting at the mouth of the Whanganui River, steeped in history and the longest navigable waterway in the country, Whanganui has been shaped by its relationship with the river but is now also known for its thriving creative arts scene.
Just an hour’s drive away, you’ll find the region’s largest centre of Palmerston North, home to Massey University and a strong agricultural community. Sporting fans will enjoy regular visits to the New Zealand Rugby Museum, where the grandchildren (and you) can try out your tackling skills and learn more about the history of our national game.
The wider region is a great jumping-off spot for most of the North Island: whether you are taking a day trip to the National Park, beaches or ski fields, or want to take advantage of the ‘lock and leave’ lifestyle of a retirement village and travel further afield across the motu.
All about retirement villages
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater towards the needs and lifestyles of older people. Many retirement villages offer units, villas, suites, or serviced suites. This gives you the option to choose to live independently within the village environment or to get extra help with cleaning or meal delivery.
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What is the role of a retirement village manager?
Retirement Village Manager The retirement village manager is the legal representative of the owner or operator of a village. In practical terms, they're the one keeping things running smoothly day-to-day. Their responsibilities can include hiring staff, overseeing the maintenance of buildings and facilities, coordinating village activities, and making sure residents...
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What is a statutory supervisor?
In New Zealand, all registered retirement villages are required to have a Statutory Supervisor. This is an independent role, separate from the Village Manager. The statutory supervisor keeps an eye on the financial management of the village and the security of the residents. They are regulated by the Financial Markets...
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Do all villages have to be registered?
Most retirement villages in New Zealand are officially registered with the Registrar of Retirement Villages, which sits within the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). If you’re living in a registered village, you’re protected by the Retirement Villages Act. This protects you if the village you're living in faces...
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Is a villa in a retirement village the right option for me?
There is a range of different accommodation options to choose from in retirement villages across New Zealand. A popular choice for many people is a villa. A villa is a good option for people wanting to maximise space. Villas are commonly free standing and offer a modern open plan kitchen,...
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Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
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Curious about what’s happening in the Eldernet community? This is where you’ll find the latest updates and news from people across the motu.
Coastal Villas - Metlifecare - Retirement Village
Wellness Expo at Coastal Villas Join us for our Wellness Expo on Friday 23 October 2026, from 10.00am to 12.00pm, at the Leisure Centre, Spencer Russell Drive, Coastal Villas. Discover a range of services, products and support available to help you stay active, independent and well. Representatives from 16 wellness...
Rose Lodge - Retirement Village
Rose Lodge Takes Home Two Awards It was a big night for Alden Rose Lodge at the Enliven Rest Homes Wearable Arts Event, and the judges (and the crowd) certainly noticed. Vee was voted People’s Choice, wearing a Queens Park-inspired gown made with flowers. Daphne received Highly Commended Construction for...
Amberley Country Estate - Retirement Village
"October Open Days" Come explore our brand new villas and Join us for our Open Day. Friday October 30th and Saturday the 31st from 10am to 4pm. Come see Canterbury's Most Spacious Retirement Village. Discover Amberley Country Estate, an exciting new 250 home Retirement Village. just 35min from Christchurch, at...
Remuera Gardens - Retirement Village
Exclusive Dark Destroyer Q&A at Remuera Gardens Remuera Gardens is proud to host the legendary Dark Destroyer for an exclusive Q&A. Don’t miss your chance to come along and meet Shaun Wallace, hear fascinating stories from his life and career, and discover the man behind one of television’s most formidable...