Supporting a growing community
Being only 1.5hrs from Auckland, Mangawhai is one of Northland’s fastest-growing towns, and the partnership between Bupa and Alvarium reflects a shared commitment to meet the evolving needs of the community by improving access to care and wellbeing services.
The development will be well connected by cycleways and walkways, supporting an active and inclusive neighbourhood.
“We’re bringing a purpose-built retirement village to Mangawhai that meets the needs of older New Zealanders while also supporting the wider community,” said Pedro Sanchez, Managing Director of Bupa New Zealand.
“Bupa’s retirement village and care home will give people confidence that care, connection and support for aging well can be found close to home. We’re excited to bring health and wellness for older New Zealanders to Mangawhai and employment opportunities when we get closer to opening our new facilities.”
Integrated into Mangawhai Central
The retirement village and care home will complement the existing and planned residential stages of Mangawhai Central, contributing to a multi-generational neighbourhood with shared amenities and a strong sense of connection.
“Bupa will bring high-quality care, wellbeing services, and new jobs to Mangawhai,” said Shane Scott, Head of Real Estate at Alvarium Investments.
“The Bupa development will sit naturally alongside our residential stages, creating complementary amenities that lift the whole development, provide more healthcare and support options for residents, and increase confidence in the area for potential purchasers. This investment reinforces the vision for Mangawhai Central as a connected, liveable community and brings real social and economic value to the town.”
Looking ahead
For Bupa, the Mangawhai Central project, sits alongside developments at Whitby and major redevelopments at Parkstone in Christchurch, Riverstone in Palmerston North and Te Puke, and is part of a long-term strategy to provide high-quality retirement living and care in communities where people want to live, age and belong.
“We’re committed to creating places that feel welcoming, supportive, and genuinely connected to the communities they serve,” said Pedro Sanchez.
