Spreading Christmas Joy

We’re crazy about Christmas at Real Living!

Across our villages, the festive season is packed with joy, connection, and a full calendar of celebrations — and Remuera Gardens truly embraced the spirit this year with 12 Days of Christmas activities. From Christmas bingo and arts and crafts to concerts, a fashion parade, and even gingerbread house making, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

One of the highlights of the season was our much-loved Christmas Market, filled with sweet treats, beautifully handmade New Zealand jewellery, gorgeous fashion pieces, and a very special appearance by the creative artworks from Uplands Kindergarten, with whom we share a close and special relationship.

The market was a full house, with residents and their families browsing, laughing, and hunting for Christmas bargains — all under the very good excuse of “it’s for the grandchildren!”

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