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Shaun Wallace, the legendary Dark Destroyer from The Chase, has a special connection with the Real Living family. During his latest visit to New Zealand, Shaun returned to Remuera Gardens for two exclusive Q&A events with residents and guests, creating more memorable moments along the way.

Did you know Shaun Wallace has already visited Remuera Gardens? The Chase star, better known as The Dark Destroyer, first visited Remuera Gardens back in 2023, where he enjoyed a Q&A and met residents from across the villages. Now, he’s coming back! On Wednesday 4 November, residents and guests will have the opportunity to hear from the man himself at a live Q&A at Remuera Gardens.

Broadcaster Peter Williams and horticulturist Jack Hobbs joined residents and guests at Remuera Gardens for a memorable morning of gardening, stories and laughter. Discover how the Great Garden Quiz celebrated the village's beautiful gardens and the freedom to enjoy life after retirement.

From familiar faces to fascinating guest speakers, Remuera Gardens welcomes special visitors who bring stories, knowledge and entertainment to village life. Discover what's coming up and the experiences residents can look forward to.

Renowned horticulturist Jack Hobbs visits Remuera Gardens to explore its eight acres of established gardens ahead of the Great Garden Quiz with broadcaster Peter Williams.

A little flashback to a memorable morning at Remuera Gardens, when much-loved Kiwi chef Mike Van de Elzen joined us for cooking, conversation, laughter and plenty of inspiration. And there’s lots more to look forward to! We’re busy preparing an exciting calendar of spring and summer events, including a very special quiz with TV personality Peter Williams and renowned horticulturist Jack Hobbs. Stay tuned for more!

Winter brings its own kind of magic to Remuera Gardens. Across our eight acres of established gardens, more than 150 varieties of camellias burst into bloom, filling the village with colour when many other plants are resting. From delicate pinks and whites to rich reds, camellia season is one of the highlights of the gardening year — and a beautiful reminder that there is always something new to discover at Remuera Gardens.

A wonderful morning of pink, purpose and community at Remuera Gardens, as residents and guests came together for a very special Pink Ribbon Breakfast in support of breast cancer awareness. With Mrs New Zealand 2026 joining us, a fabulous fashion parade, plenty of laughter and a sea of pink throughout the Pavilion, it was a morning filled with warmth, friendship and generosity for an important cause.

Congratulations to Kalmar for taking home a Gold Award at the New Zealand Commercial Project Awards for the construction of The Avenues Apartments at Remuera Gardens. The Avenues introduced two premium apartment buildings into a fully operational retirement village, requiring careful planning and collaboration every step of the way. Delivered through challenges including major infrastructure upgrades and post-COVID supply pressures, the project was completed while preserving the character and daily life of the community already in place.