Address : 25 Ruru Street, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810
NZ Best Awards 2025
FINALIST – 2025 Best Aged Care (Small) Facility – SI (prev. WINNER – 2024,23 FINALIST – 2021,20,19,18 & 2017 Best Aged Care (Med/Large) Facility – SI)

Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home – Finalist 2025
We are delighted to recognise Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home as a Finalist in the 2025 Best Aged Care (Small) Facility – South Island. With a history of wins in 2023 and 2024, along with previous finalist recognition across multiple years, this award continues its long record of excellence under the leadership of Manager Kate Travers.
Families regularly commend the home for its warmth and professionalism. One review noted: “The staff are kind and attentive, and always treat residents with respect.” Another shared: “It’s a safe, supportive environment where Mum feels comfortable and valued.”
This recognition highlights Waikiwi Gardens’ enduring commitment to quality care and resident wellbeing. Congratulations to Kate and her team for maintaining such high standards.
You can find out more about Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home here.
NZ Best Awards 2024


WINNER – 2024,23 FINALIST – 2021,20,19,18 & 2017 Best Aged Care (Med/Large) Facility – SI