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Our Village News

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You’re invited to our Annual Christmas Market: Saturday 21 November

There’s something timeless and heartwarming about the festive season – a sense of togetherness, generosity, and joy that brings people closer. Here at The Botanic, we believe that retirement is...
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Meet The Residents – Ray and Mary

Where did you move from? We moved from a lovely part of Millwater. We had a beautiful home and wonderful neighbours but maintaining the property, gardens, lawns and hedges was...
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Get Organised This Summer! Wednesday 11 November, The Clubhouse Cafe

Join us for a complimentary morning tea in The Clubhouse Cafe on Wednesday 11 November, from 10am - 11am. Natalie from Be Organised will be sharing her tips on how...
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Meet The Residents – Brian and Margaret

Where did you move from? Millwater, where we spent eight years in our treasured 221sqm home before moving to The Botanic in December 2021. What do you love most about...
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What Happens to Your Home When You Move into a Retirement Village?

Most people moving into a retirement village sell their family home to fund their Occupation Right Agreement (ORA). If your sale is slower than expected, you are not stuck. Talk...
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Why younger New Zealanders are looking at retirement living sooner

Why are those of us in our 50’s & 60’s exploring retirement living earlier? Over-55s are exploring retirement living earlier because it lets them choose their preferred home and layout,...
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