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Moroccan chicken couscous
Warm, comforting, and full of flavour, this Moroccan Chicken Couscous is the perfect midweek meal. It’s a versatile dish that’s just as good for using up leftover roast chicken or whatever is in the fridge.
13 May 2026
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Metlifecare rolls out AI scribe tool to support nurses and enhance resident care
Metlifecare will roll out AI-powered clinical documentation tool, HEIDI, across three more care homes following a successful initial trial that showed improvements in documentation quality, staff efficiency and overall care experience for residents.
12 May 2026
Wānaka Peaks – artist impression
Village News
Market slow-down no barrier
Metlifecare is investing $400m in new retirement villages in Wānaka, Mangawhai and Rototuna to help meet New Zealand’s growing retirement living demand.
11 May 2026
Village News
From building houses to finding the perfect one
After 26 moves and a lifetime spent building houses, Brian Tucker thought he’d be starting one last project when he enquired about a piece of land that belonged to Merivale Retirement Village.
01 May 2026
Village News
Ten metres to safety
A dramatic true story of survival at sea—Murray Bindon’s fight for life after a yacht fire, enduring hours adrift before a daring rescue against all odds.
17 April 2026
Village News
Caring for our emotional wellbeing
Discover insights on emotional wellbeing in Metlifecare villages, as Dr Isabelle Miclette explores community strengths, connection, and support in later life.
17 April 2026