Arvida, one of New Zealand’s larger retirement living and care providers, is about to begin construction on its new Te Awamutu retirement community after a recent land blessing by Ngāti Apakura.

When completed, the 12.9 hectare $200 million development will provide around 190 generous quality homes ranging in size from 108m² to 240m², a vibrant community clubhouse, Living Well Centre and a variety of shared facilities including swimming pool, gym, café and workshop as well as care accommodation options for the region’s over 65s.

The first stage of construction will be delivered in 2023 with 10 villas.

With the number of people aged over 75 expected to increase by 60 per cent in the next decade, Arvida is working hard to provide facilities in attractive destinations across New Zealand.

“Over recent years the need for retirement living options has increased. We’re delighted to be able to meet that need and provide more options locally joining our Lauriston Park community in Cambridge and Cascades in Hamilton,” says Arvida CEO Jeremy Nicoll.

“We’re really looking forward to bringing a new Arvida Living Well Community for Te Awamutu’s over 65s. While the communities we develop are always unique to reflect their local environment and residents, they all share in our overarching mission of improving the lives of New Zealanders by transforming the ageing experience. We’re proud to bring a new style of retirement living to the Waikato region.”