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Retirement Villages Tairāwhiti/Gisborne

There are 6 retirement villages in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne. This region has always been a top holiday destination for decades – and it’s easy to see why. Sun, beaches, world-class wineries and easy-going communities – it’s the perfect spot to retire.

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Villages in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne

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Retirement Village
  • 621 Aberdeen Rd
  • Te Hapara
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 12 Gwyneth Place
  • Riverdale
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • Margaret Place
  • Riverdale
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 178 Rutene Road
  • Kaiti
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • 396 Aberdeen Road
  • Gisborne
  • Gisborne

Retirement Village
  • Gisborne

Why choose a Retirement Village in Tairāwhiti/Gisborne?

Gisborne takes pride in being the first city in the world to see the sun rise each day. Its laid back, relaxed atmosphere owes a lot to that sunny reputation, and its surf beaches and world-class wineries. There’s plenty of good food on offer too, with cafes and restaurants dotted round the city, and citrus orchards and other growers complementing the vineyards. It’s been a holiday destination for generations of Kiwi families, and is the gateway to the East Cape beaches.

If that easy-does-it lifestyle – sun, surf, food and wine – sounds idyllic to you in your retirement, then this region might be your perfect match. There are plenty of retirement village options to choose from too.

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 services and facilities do retirement villages offer?

Villages vary greatly – you’ll notice different-sized villages, from very few units to some with hundreds; different types of units within the same complex; newer villages and older villages. You will discover the community facilities can vary, with some villages offering a wide range such as a swimming pool, bowling...

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My village unit has been flood damaged. What are my options?

If your village unit has incurred damage as a result of a natural disaster (such as a flood), the village operator should communicate next steps with you. ConsumerNZ has provided an outline of your rights if you live in a food damaged village unit: Residents who need to evacuate a...

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What's happening with the retirement villages review.

From the Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission website: “In June 2021 Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission released a report and recommendations following public consultation on a white paper* studying the effects of the complex legal framework governing the retirement village sector. They received nearly 3300 submissions. While most...

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What is the Code of Residents Rights?

The Code of Residents' Rights outlines the basic rights you have as a resident living in a New Zealand retirement village under the Retirement Villages Act. A copy of it must be given to intending residents with their disclosure statement, as well as to any resident or potential resident if...

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