Metlifecare Retirement Villages

15/12/2025

We’re celebrating Christmas at Ōtau Ridge with three magical nights of festive fun on Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th & Friday 19th December. Each evening stroll through our village and immerse yourself in our Christmas Grotto, filled with beautiful festive lights and decorations. Then from 7pm, enjoy a different FREE festive event, with everyone warmly welcome to join us!

09/12/2025

The Bayswater Village Choir knows how to make every note count. With Jennifer conducting, the group brings music and connection to life right here in the Bay of Plenty. Would you join in for a singalong?

01/12/2025

The Waitākere Gardens snooker team took on a fun challenge: Hitting the target! It was a close contest, and they had a blast. Check out the winner and share your ideas for their next challenge.

25/11/2025

Laughter, music, and a touch of mischief — it’s all part of life for the Stringalongs at Longford Park Village. The game, 'Who’s Most Likely?' had them pointing fingers at the most mischievous and the most clumsy of the group. Can you guess who is the best jokester?

23/11/2025

Spring has been in full bloom at Greenwich Gardens! 🌸📸
Our residents captured the season beautifully in this year’s Spring Flower Photo Competition — with 66 stunning entries, judging was no easy task!

21/11/2025

Suns out at Otau Ridge in Clevedon for our Family Fun Day! Free pony rise, petting zoo, candy floss, bouncy castle, and face painting, plus a variety of market stalls including Clevedon Strawberries, Clevedon Kindy bake sale, handmade arts and crafts, locally made products and so much more!

20/11/2025

Furry, fluffy, and full of fun! At Metlifecare. we're proud to welcome some of the most delightful residents; pets! Most of our villages are pet friendly, ensuring you and your four-legged friends feel right at home. What's your pet's favourite activity?

16/11/2025

We loved being part of the BLAKE Awards last week as a sponsor of the Poutoko Hapori / Community Award!

Huge congratulations to category winner Claire Roper for her amazing work with the Ōtaki Kids Market, empowering local kids to become creative, eco-minded young entrepreneurs. Such a well-deserved recognition!

A big thanks to BLAKE for shining a light on incredible community leaders across Aotearoa.

Claire Roper is building a generation of eco-conscious young entrepreneurs in Otaki. Since launching the Otaki Kids Market in 2023, the mum-of-three from the...

09/11/2025

Who’s a good boy? This clever dog at Greenwich Gardens responds to Te Reo Māori! His amazing teacher, Marjorie Clare, spent over 12 years teaching Te Reo and has now passed her skills on to her four-legged friend.

05/11/2025

Fabulous fashion, delicious drinks, and plenty of laughs! Our villages went all out for Melbourne Cup, from dressing up, cheering on the races, and celebrating in style. Swipe through to see all the fun

03/11/2025

Big news from Pāpāmoa Beach Care Home!
Our amazing kitchen team, led by Chef Stephen Barry, has won the Aged Care Association NZ “Gilmours Excellence in Food Service” award!
Their passion and creativity shine in every dish. Congratulations, team, you’ve cooked up something truly special!

03/11/2025

Who says Halloween is just for the kids? Our residents went all out, from costumes, cupcakes, and a few spooky surprises! Take a scroll through to see how everyone celebrated the day in their own fang-tastic way.