The Retirement Villages Act & Regulations
The Retirement Villages Act 1999 (NSW) (“the Act”) and the Retirement Villages Regulation 2025 (“the Regulation”) form the primary legislative framework governing retirement villages in New South Wales.
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24 Nov 2025 16:14
The Retirement Villages Act 1999 (NSW) (“the Act”) and the Retirement Villages Regulation 2025 (“the Regulation”) form the primary legislative framework governing retirement villages in New South Wales.
6 Oct 2025 14:03
The Hidden Costs of Retirement Living: What Every Resident Should Know Before Signing
7 Sept 2025 09:30
25 Aug 2025 15:39
Have you ever wondered if retirement villages are just marketing hype, or if they genuinely make a difference to people's wellbeing and lifespan? Let's dive into what the latest research tells us about these communities and why they might be one of the best decisions you could make for your golden years.
17 Aug 2025 14:32
A retirement village is a specially designed residential community that provides accommodation and lifestyle services to older people, typically those aged 55 years and over. Unlike aged care facilities (sometimes referred to as 'nursing homes'), retirement villages are intended for people who are still relatively independent, not working fulltime, but want to live in a supportive and socially engaging environment.
24 Nov 2025 16:14
The Retirement Villages Act 1999 (NSW) (“the Act”) and the Retirement Villages Regulation 2025 (“the Regulation”) form the primary legislative framework governing retirement villages in New South Wales.
6 Oct 2025 14:03
The Hidden Costs of Retirement Living: What Every Resident Should Know Before Signing
7 Sept 2025 09:30
25 Aug 2025 15:39
Have you ever wondered if retirement villages are just marketing hype, or if they genuinely make a difference to people's wellbeing and lifespan? Let's dive into what the latest research tells us about these communities and why they might be one of the best decisions you could make for your golden years.
17 Aug 2025 14:32
A retirement village is a specially designed residential community that provides accommodation and lifestyle services to older people, typically those aged 55 years and over. Unlike aged care facilities (sometimes referred to as 'nursing homes'), retirement villages are intended for people who are still relatively independent, not working fulltime, but want to live in a supportive and socially engaging environment.
22 Sept 2025 09:50
The NSW Retirement Villages Act 1999 provides comprehensive protections and rights for residents living in registered retirement villages. Here are your key rights:
24 Nov 2025 16:14
The Retirement Villages Act 1999 (NSW) (“the Act”) and the Retirement Villages Regulation 2025 (“the Regulation”) form the primary legislative framework governing retirement villages in New South Wales.
6 Oct 2025 14:03
The Hidden Costs of Retirement Living: What Every Resident Should Know Before Signing
7 Sept 2025 09:30
25 Aug 2025 15:39
Have you ever wondered if retirement villages are just marketing hype, or if they genuinely make a difference to people's wellbeing and lifespan? Let's dive into what the latest research tells us about these communities and why they might be one of the best decisions you could make for your golden years.
17 Aug 2025 14:32
A retirement village is a specially designed residential community that provides accommodation and lifestyle services to older people, typically those aged 55 years and over. Unlike aged care facilities (sometimes referred to as 'nursing homes'), retirement villages are intended for people who are still relatively independent, not working fulltime, but want to live in a supportive and socially engaging environment.