$1b developer can build 422-unit Riverhead retirement project
Objections from Crown, territorial agencies to big project mainly resolved by agreement.
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“Staff shortages across the sector have impacted care outcomes."
Wānaka developer insolvent, $440k owed to IRD
IRD appears on a statement of affairs, owed $448,000 as a preferential creditor.
Retirement: Third of Gen Xers plan to retire at 65, survey finds
According to a report people thinking about life after 65 quite differently.
Mega 422-unit retirement village faces opposition from AT, council
Council submissions cited 'significant concerns' about the plans, and potential flooding.
Remuera retirement village block demolition: Residents push back on hospital plan
Some residents don't like the idea of having to live through any site development.
Protests erupt in France over Macron's pension move
President Macron invoked special constitutional power to skirt vote in parliament.
Macron pushes French pension age reform through, bypassing parliament
President invoked special power to raise pension age from 62 to 64, but pushback likely.
Power List: The top NZ retirement village owner operators
Six businesses own 47% of villages and 63% of units: we name the giants of the sector.
Cost of living support: A fix or a band-aid?
The increases as part of the package would come into effect on April 1.
Retirement village giant unveils $335m expansion at two NZ sites
Purchases allow the business with 36 existing villages to develop two more new ones.
'We're still in shock': Retired couple's life-changing Lotto win
The woman was on the edge of her seat as each number began to line up on their ticket.
Ten 'unfair' retirement village practices: Govt review under way
Practices a focus of Government review announced in December, due out this September.
Ryman retail bookbuild clears at 25c premium
The retirement village operator has raised $902 million.
'Chuffed': Elderly in need win tiny homes in Rotorua ballot
The three tiny homes will be installed on their Ngongotahā section in June.
Huge protests in France over higher pension age
Emmanuel Macron’s showcase legislation is under debate in the French Senate this week.
$200m plans: Fletcher Residential's vision for 306 new Auckland homes
Overseas Investment Office consent was needed by Fletcher Residential.
'Real challenge to make ends meet': How financial pressures are forcing workers to delay retirement
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Our readers have their say.
Financial hardship a big issue faced by elderly, says Minister for Seniors
Age Concern said the rising cost of living is a major issue for local elderly people.
'Terrifying': Pensioner describes harsh reality of living in a car for two years
Rental boss: 'I don’t know how some of them can afford to pay the rent.'
Evacuations and no power: The fate of 1000 retirement village residents during cyclone
"Mobile generators were a godsend. In our new villages, we’re building generators."
Cyclone Gabrielle: 6 Summerset villages lost power, communications
"Ran essential services on generator power, fully supplied with food and medication."
Metlifecare pushes up revenue 32% after rising sales, fees
Total sales rose 12 per cent, despite challenges in the housing market.
Winton Land nearly doubles revenue
Share value halved: Listed two years ago at $3.88, now trading at just $1.90.
'Conned' on his final day after nearly 28 years as a Judge
Judge retires after more than 21 years on the bench.
Elderly man injured by neighbour who thought he was breaking into his home
The 78-year-old needed surgery after his leg was broken at the hip.
Diana Clement: Five reasons you should review your KiwiSaver
Sleepwalking is never good when it comes to finances.
France's Macron to proceed with retirement age reform, despite protests
Under Macron's changes, the nominal retirement age would rise from 62 to 64.
'Relationship breakdown between shareholders': Resthome might be sold
"Hope of selling it as a going concern" - BDO.
Ryman slices Australian plans in half to gain approval for $344m village
Scheme for 217 apartments now scaled back to 104 units.
Summerset sales up 18pc but buyers take longer to sell houses in falling market
Company has not been immune to the falling housing market.
After seven-year struggle, $317m Ryman plans approved
Rollercoaster ride for $317m estate continues, but project opponents already grumbling.
Retirement village law under spotlight for potential reform
Probe comes following widespread calls for change in the sector.