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Tararu Retirement Village

109 Wilson Street, Thames, 3500
Village Coordinator: Jen Murray

Tararu Retirement Village features:

  • Bupa Villas Villas
  • Illustrated Icon Care Apartments 02 Apartments
  • Illustrated Icon Care Home Villages Care Home on site
  • Illustrated Icon Doctor Gender Neutral Wellness Clinic
  • Illustrated Icon Save Phone Number 24-hour emergency call system
  • Illustrated Icon Bus Village transport
  • Illustrated Icon Security Security patrols
  • Illustrated Icon Chess (1) Cards & board games
  • Communal Lounge Community lounge
  • Communal Kitchen Communal kitchen
  • Illustrated Icon Books Library
Tararu is a welcoming, modern retirement village set in spacious grounds nestled between the bush and the sea, with beautiful views out to the Firth of Thames. You can enjoy a stylish one or two bedroom apartment, or a roomy, classic villa.

High quality community spaces add to the feel good factor at Tararu, with three communal lounges and libraries for you to enjoy, as well as a gymnasium, pool table, indoor and outdoor bowls and pétanque.

Tararu is a homely village with plenty to choose from. Residents find the balance between independence and community as well as the level of freedom that works for them.  

Village life can be fun and active or quiet and relaxing, it is always your choice how you spend your day. Our range of activities and entertainment offer the chance to mingle with like-minded people. with events such as movie nights, games, high teas, happy hours, gardening and more.

All new villas feature:

  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 A well designed, modern kitchen
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 Open plan lounge and dining
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 Ensuite bathroom
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 Modern appliances
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 Quality light fittings, drapes and floor coverings
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 24/7 emergency call system
  • Illustrated Icon Check 02 Heat pump/air conditioning unit

Available homes

All information is to the best of our knowledge. Photos are indicative. Homes are subject to an Occupation Right Agreement. Prices are subject to change without notice and are not guaranteed.

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Village summary

Retirement Village Association (RVA) Accredited Village
Yes
Nature of Legal Interest
Occupation Right Agreement
Statutory Supervisor
Covenant Trustee Services Ltd
Pet Policy
Small pets welcome, with permission from the village manager
Insurance Policy
Full comprehensive insurance on the communal village buildings as well as residential properties and infrastructure.
Village Manager
Available during business hours

Life at Bupa

Retired couple dancing

Retirement villages

Day in the life

At Bupa retirement villages, it is up to you how you spend your day. We offer a range of activities, from movies and board games to exercise and regular outings. Specific activities vary across villages.
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Cooking classes residents

Life at Bupa

Creating connections: cooking classes about more than just the food

Connecting through cooking is the mission for the New Zealand Nutrition Foundation’s Just Cook Healthy Ageing programme, sponsored by Bupa New Zealand.
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Residents' stories

Apartment testimonial

Pam's story

Pam says moving to an apartment was the best decision. "Every day there’s something to make us smile.”

Apartment testimonial

Anne's story

Anne enjoys the magnificent sunsets from her west facing apartment. “Everything is here, I've made great friends and we have a lot of fun.”

Residents' stories

Retirement Village stories

Hear from family and residents on their journey and why they chose Bupa.

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