http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz en-us Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:27:14 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/156997/highfield-highlights-december-2025/ It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Highfield, and we’re delighted to share some of the wonderful events and activities planned as we head into the festive season. One of the highlights is the Christmas decorating, transforming the Lodge into a sparkling, festive space for everyone to enjoy. We hope to see a large number of residents join us to help with the decorating—there’s nothing like coming together as a community to bring the Christmas spirit to life.Our annual Chr... Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post156997 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/155837/highfield-highlights-november-2025/ The Highfield management, staff and residents are delighted to share that Highfield has once again been recognised — this year receiving the People’s Choice Award (Finalist) for Best Large Retirement Village in the North Island. This is a wonderful acknowledgement of the community, and thanks are extended to everyone who continues to make Highfield such a special place to call home.A warm welcome is extended to all new residents! The event calendar is filled with activities, engaging present... Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post155837 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/155802/highfield-highlights-october-2025/ With the arrival of daylight savings, it’s wonderful to enjoy that extra hour of sunshine. The season brings with it the familiar aromas of barbeques, shared meals, and time spent connecting with family and friends.Last month’s Father’s Day brunch was a wonderful success and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone — a lovely opportunity to celebrate together. This month also promises plenty of highlights. The Social Committee has organised a dinner outing to the Redoubt Restaurant — an event no... Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post155802 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/151075/highfield-highlights-september-2025/ Spring is in the air! The first golden daffodils are starting to show and the spring lambs won’t be far away.The gardens are looking especially beautiful at the moment, thanks to the ongoing care and dedication of our garden team. Their hard work is evident everywhere — it’s a joy to stroll through the village and take in the stunning surroundings.September is always a full and exciting month here at Highfield. Alongside our Annual General Meeting and much-loved social events — Quiz Nigh... Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post151075 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/151061/highfield-highlights-august-2025/ There is definitely a change in the air, with spring just around the corner. The Highfield gardens are stunning and even in winter there is a bounty of beautiful flowers to behold. The protea display in reception absolutely takes your breath away, such a stunning arrangement and one which everyone admires, thank you Gay. Tahlia also creates amazing floral bouquets using a sampling of Highfield flowers arranged into beautiful creations. Highfield is very fortunate to have such talented residents ... Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post151061 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/147899/highfield-highlights-july-2025/ The Highfield Knitting group have been crafting some beautiful warm and colourful slippers and beanies for the children in the new entrant class at Puahue School. The letters of thanks that we received from the students were delightful and so appreciated. The knitting group have also given the beautifully handcrafted items to other Te Awamutu District Schools, where they have been so well received. Thank you for  expertise and hours spent knitting such fantastic warm gifts.There is a lot of... Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post147899 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/146994/highfield-highlights-june-2025/ The month of June signals the start of our NZ winter and celebrates one of the biggest national events, the Fieldays held at Mystery Creek in Hamilton.The annual Highfield pool tournament is something to behold with the first round of games will be starting in June for our men’s and ladies’ singles and the mixed pairs. The pool tables have already seen lots of activity and practice with the honing of skills and conquering the art of the angle. We are all looking forward to another year of gr... Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post146994 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/146509/highfield-highlights-may-2025/ As we look toward the month of May,  it won’t be long before we are all rugged up with lots of layers to ward off the winter chill.May is always a special month with Mother’s Day. Our hardworking and very creative social committee are hosting an extra special morning tea to celebrate the wonderful and incredible women in our lives. There will be beautiful food and a real feast for the eyes too. This event will be talked about for a long time…… a “must attend”, function for our H... Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post146509 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/144860/highfield-highlights-april-2025/ The year is certainly slipping away, with the hot summer days morphing into the cool mornings of autumn. It won’t be long until we see the beautiful vibrant oranges and browns reflecting the colours of the new season.Adventure seemed to be interwoven throughout the month of March with the amazing 4-wheel drive trip that saw residents treated to beautiful scenery, stunning  lake views, thrilling driving through the rugged land and vibrant native bush in the Ngaroma/Wharepuhunga area. Every... Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post144860 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/post/142649/highfield-highlights-march-2025/ It is wonderful to walk through the village and see the stunning gardens in full bloom. We are so lucky to be able to enjoy the beautiful summer colours of the Highfield landscape and enjoy the incredible surroundings.The installation of the new fibre technology for internet and landline services is nearing completion.  The technicians are now working on testing the system and ensuring the smooth transition onto the fibre network. Thank you all for your co-operation throughout the installat... Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.highfieldcountryestate.co.nz/blog/#post142649