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You're Invited to Our Open Day. A Rare Look Inside Our Most Sought-After Villas
Join us Saturday 11 October for an Open Day featuring Longridge’s most sought-after villas, including rarely available homes in the established part of the village, as well as newly built and soon to be finished villas.
Sep 30, 2025


Paeroa Just Might Be the Best Location to Retire. Just Ask Longridge Residents
Paeroa has to be one of the best places to retire in New Zealand. It’s more central than people think, and Longridge makes family visits easier. You’ve got views, space to relax, and coastlines, cafés and hot pools just a short drive away. It’s a place residents choose not because they’re local, but because it makes sense.
Sep 24, 2025


Cost of Living in a Retirement Village: Why Longridge Residents Don’t Stress So Much About Rising Rates
Rising rates and insurance are squeezing retirees. At Longridge, weekly fees are predictable, fixed from age 75, and cover the big costs so residents don’t worry about surprise bills.
Sep 15, 2025


Turns Out Longridge Residents Are a Bit Brilliant
From quilts to teddy bears, the Longridge Craft Market Day celebrates the skill, creativity, and community spirit of our talented residents.
Sep 4, 2025


Are Retirement Villages Safe? DMF & The 2003 Act
Retirement villages in New Zealand are more secure than people often think, with legal protections that put residents’ interests first.
Aug 28, 2025


The Great Longridge Potato Growing Competition
The Great Longridge Potato Growing Competition returns for its fourth season. From seed to weigh-in, it’s a spud-tacular tradition filled with fun, laughs, and a bit of friendly rivalry.
Aug 20, 2025


The Brew Crew: The Home Brewers of Longridge
Meet the brewers of Longridge. Real residents, real beer, and the lifestyle that makes it all possible.
Aug 7, 2025


Open Day at Longridge: Tour Four Villas Including One Fully Styled by SuperPrice Furniture
Tour four villas at Longridge’s Open Day on Saturday 9 August, including one fully styled by SuperPrice where everything inside is available to buy.
Jul 29, 2025


Why Julie Left Auckland on Her Own and Says It Was the Best Decision She’s Ever Made
Julie found safety, connection, and a fresh start in Paeroa. Life at Longridge offered more than she ever expected and she’s loving it.
Jul 21, 2025


The Gardens That Feed a Village
Fresh from the gardens at Longridge Country Estate. Residents grow, share, and donate seasonal produce, building community and supporting others with every harvest.
Jul 8, 2025

