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The Retire Right Free Seminars

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Free advice, lunch and gifts on offer at RetireRight Sessions


Are you retirement ready? Retiring in an uncertain world can feel overwhelming. There are so many options and so much to consider. That’s why we are delighted to announce the launch of our new ‘RetireRight Sessions’ – a month of seminar sessions hosted by impartial experts. With topics ranging from Low Interest-Rate World; Debunking the Myths of Village Life and The Art of Ageing.
Find out more about the dates and times of the seminars here & speakers here.

 

Seminar Topics

 

A low interest-rate world
Hosted by Neville Giles, Senior Private Banker
at ANZ
Find out about the impact that our low
interest-rate world is having on your savings, the economy and the real estate market.

The art of ageing well
With Phillipa Batts and Dave Hoskins from AUT University’s ‘never2old’ programme
There’s an art to ageing well, which includes looking after both your body and your mind. AUT’s experts share some great hints and tips on positive ageing.

Village 101: Debunking the myths of village life
Hosted by Paula Bishop, founder and manager of  Village  Guide
Perceptions of retirement village life are often very different from reality. Hear impartial and honest advice on the realities of village living and debunk some myths along the way.

 

 

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Decluttering & Downsizing – Bay of Plenty sessions only
Presented by Deb McNeil, of Realty Removals & Cleaning

Join Deb, a relocation specialist, to talk about moving, organising and cleaning services, with helpful tips and hints on how to deal with clutter and find help to tackle your move in a positive way.

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Funding your future in a low interest economy – Hamilton sessions only
Featuring Cameron Bagrie, former Chief ANZ Economist and public speaker
Metlifecare is fortunate to have secured one of the country’s top financial experts to speak at our Hamilton seminar. Cameron’s talk will enlighten you to the current economic trends, but also help answer any questions you may have around your own finances. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The RetireRight sessions are organised regionally, so you can join the session that interests you most or attend as many as you like across the different villages in your area.

We’re even throwing in lunch or nibbles and quality umbrella if you register before the event. Reserve your place early to avoid disappointment. More information including the full list of dates and locations can be found using the link below.

 

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Seminar Dates and Times

 

East Auckland Seminars, Complimentary Lunch & Village Tours 

25 November 11:00 -12:30 Highlands in Highland Park  Topic: Village 101 and downsizing 

30 November 11:00 – 12:30 Longford Park Village in Takanini  Topic: Village 101 and downsizing

 

West Auckland Seminars, Complimentary Afternoon Tea & Village Tours 

25 November 2:00 – 3:00 Hillsborough Heights in Mt Roskill (complimentary afternoon tea) Topic: Village 101

 

North Auckland Seminars, Complimentary Lunch & Village Tours 
30 November 11:00 – 12:30 The Poynton in Takapuna  Topic: Art of Ageing 

18 November 11:00 – 12:30 Hibiscus Coast Village in Red Beach Topic: Village 101 & Decluttering 

 

Hamilton

18 November 11:20 – 12:30 Forest Lake Gardens in Te Rapa Topic: A low Interest rate World ; The impact on economy and Real Estate

 
 


 
 

 

 

 

Speakers

Paula Bishop

Founder & Managing Director
of Village Guide

Paula is an online marketing expert, brand strategist & speaker. She worked for global
brands in New Zealand, Australia, & the UK before founding Village Guide in 2015.

 

Katie Fitzpatrick

Founder & Director of Moving On

After five year involvement with America’s Cup (2003 – 2005) syndicates & families in Auckland & Valencia, Katie made the decision to take her talents and energy into the wider arena & establishing her business in 2010 (Lifestyle & Management).

 

Neville Giles

Senior Private Banker, ANZ

Neville has over 20 years experience in the investment industry. As a Senior Private Banker, he is responsible for managing the relationships of the banks high net worth investment clients.

 

Phillipa Batts

never2old Programme Operations Manager
AUT

Phillipa is the ops manager for the never2old Programme , a programme designed to support older New Zelanders to remain functionally active and fully engaged in a life that has meaning for them. She is a registered and Obstetric Nurse and in 2016 she completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science in Older Adult Health & Wellness.

 

Dave Hoskins

never2old Programme Coordinator
AUT

Dave’s background is in the marine industry. He trained as a hydrographic surveyor in the Royal New Zealand Navy and in 2009 he decided to retrain in the fitness industry, where is has a lifelong passion. He has a diploma in Sport and Recreation and a Graduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise, both of AUT. Dave has been with the never2old programme for the last 9 years.

 

Cameron Bagrie

Independent and insightful expert on financial markets

Cameron has been an economist for 20 years. For over 11 years he was the Chief Economist at ANZ, heading a team that was consistently ranked No. 1 for its analysis of the New Zealand economy. He developed a reputation for taking a forthright stand on even the hardest of economic issues. He’s also worked as an economist at the National Bank, Treasury & Statistics New Zealand.

 

Mike Williamson

Private Banker Bay of Plenty

As a Private Banker, Mike is responsible for managing the relationships of the banks high net worth investment clients. This involves the management and provision of high quality investment and banking solutions, financial planning, facilitation of lending and specialist requirements such as foreign currency to new and existing clients. 

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Vicki Stevenson

Private Banker Bay of Plenty

As a Private Banker, Vicki is responsible for managing the relationships of the banks high net worth investment clients. This involves managed investment portfolios, financial planning, day to day banking, and specialist requirements such as foreign currency.

 

Matthew Hands

Senior Private Banker Bay of Plenty

As a Senior Private Banker, Matthew is responsible for managing the relationships of the banks high net worth investment clients. This involves managed investment portfolios, financial planning, day to day banking, and specialist requirements such as foreign currency.

 

 


 

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