Just My Opinion “Isolated Issues not Typical of Happy Retirement Village Living

Retirement Villages' Residents" Council Member Tom Parsons writes his opinion on "Isolated issues not typical of happy retirement village living".


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8 April 2026
Newly appointed Chair of the Retirement Villages’ Residents’ Council Carol Shepherd and Council member Denise Whitehead had a positive catchup with the Bay of Plenty MP Tom Rutherford today.  Carol outlined her actions as the new Chair to Minister Rutherford who wishes her well in her new role.
16 February 2026
By Julie Shepherd, board member of the Retirement Villages’ Residents’ Council OPINION: Debate about retirement village reform is both necessary and welcome. The sector touches the lives, homes and financial security of tens of thousands of older New Zealanders, and it is entirely proper that Parliament examines whether the balance between residents and operators is fair. But reform must be grounded in realism, respect for the rule of law, and an understanding of the consequences of what is being proposed. Without that, advocacy risks becoming theatre rather than a serious contribution to public policy. Read the full article HERE