Cambridge Resthaven

02/03/2026

Resthaven Roll Up!

What a fantastic afternoon on the bowling green.

This has become an annual event, organised by Jeff, our wonderful Independent Living Manager. There was lots of laughter and everyone enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere - from the first-timers having a go alongside our seasoned pros. Plus our spectators enjoyed a refreshing change of scenery.

A big thank you to the Cambridge Central Bowling Club for hosting us and for all their support — what a great day it was!

25/02/2026

Our Village Tomato Competition was a hit!

And many contestants have enjoyed the fruits of their labour with delicious vine-ripened tomatoes.

The plants were Yates ‘Patio Mini’. 60 seeds were sown in October last year, 58 germinated, and the seedlings raised and nurtured until early December.

20 contestants vied for the top spot! After months of care (and one brave tomato even going on holiday to Orewa!) judging took place on 31st January. Jeff our Independent Living Manager, had the tough job of picking the winners — it was close, with only 4 points separating the top three! Congrats to the winners...

1st place: Dawn
2nd place: Faeye
3rd place: Jackie

A big thank you to everyone who took part, and to Bill & Margaret for organising this fab competition!

24/02/2026

The Friends of Resthaven Foundation are holding their inaugural Charity Golf Day Friday 27 March.
If you enjoy golf, grab a team of 4 for this fun afternoon. The funds raised will be used to help support our care facilities in Vogel Street and Burns Street - how great is that!💙

Charity Golf Day – 27 March 2026 ⛳️🎉

Gather your team, enjoy a great afternoon out on the course, and help support a good cause. We’d love to see you there at our inaugural Charity Golf Day!

⛳️ WHERE: Cambridge Golf Club
⏰ WHEN: BBQ LUNCH AT 12PM - TEE OFF AT 1PM

FORMAT: 9 HOLE AMBROSE
Finger food will be provided at prize-giving 🏆
$400 per team of 4
Fundraising for equipment for Cambridge Resthaven care facilities

📧TO REGISTER: info@resthavenfoundation.org.nz

19/02/2026

Music, good company and a great day out 🎺

A group of village residents headed to Morrinsville last weekend for a concert by the talented Band of the Royal Regiment of New Zealand Artillery.

Huge thanks to Doug and Bill for organising the trip — a great time was had by all.

18/02/2026

There’s been a lot happening on-site in the last few weeks here at Vogel Street! 🌞⭐️
The foundations have been poured for the new apartment building.
So there's been some especially busy mornings for the construction team ⏰, approx. 170m3 of concrete, and a lot of concrete trucks. Things are definitely taking shape!

10/02/2026

Chocolate Cake Day (yes, it’s a real thing) gave us the best excuse to do more baking with residents. We made chocolate cake and cupcakes - mission happily accomplished!

27/01/2026

Sunflowers and Strawberries! 🌻🍓
We’ve been making the most of the weather lately and getting out and about exploring the area 🚐
We took a drive out to The Taupiri Sunflower Farm - fields and fields of glorious bright yellow blooms 🌻
And we went for a sweet morning at the Ruakura Berry Shop strawberry farm with ice cream and fresh strawberries… the perfect way to start the day! 🍓🍦

09/01/2026

Wondering where Rosie the therapy dog has been over the holidays? 👀🐕 Let’s just say there’s been a lot of rest, treats and quality nap time…

07/01/2026

What a wonderful way to start 2026! 🎉✨
Congratulations to Kevin Burgess on being named a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in the New Year’s Honours List. Kevin is known for so many amazing contributions to our community, and he holds a special place for us, as he is a trustee of Cambridge Resthaven. This is a truly well-deserved honour, and we are absolutely thrilled for Kevin and family.

Cambridge’s Kevin Burgess has become a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in the 2025 New Year’s Honours. Known for the quiet, tireless effort he has applied equally to the community and...

02/01/2026

Happy New Year!
A throwback to just before Christmas, when the Cambridge Vintage Car group treated residents to a ride in their beautiful classic cars. Thank you for such a memorable end to the year.