The RVRA is a volunteer organisation that represents and supports residents of NSW retirement villages exclusively.
Get support, advice, and information on your rights and obligations, and help us to advocate on your behalf.
The Retirement Village Residents Association is the only organisation that represents residents of retirement villages in NSW exclusively.
Launched September 2023 and developed with the assistance of the NSW Government. Includes: videos, webinars and resource kits covering topics for retirement village residents.
The latest NSW retirement village industry news.
7-August-2025 - Loneliness Awareness Week is held nationally in the first week of August and this year Roger Pallant, Vice President, NSW Retirement Village Residents’ Association shared an article, with a video prepared by his wife, Julie. - The theme for 2025 was "Moments Matter," focusing on the importance of small interactions that can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and as Roger's article explains, some reassurance can be found by living in a retirement village. - Click for more
August 2025 - Year To Date - In Review - Click for More...
19-March-2025 - Buying into a retirement village is not just a personal decision, but also a financial one. Understanding the options is important. Helpful information for yourself, family members or friends from Compass - A national website created to help older Australians - making resources and information available both for older Australians and for the people who care for and support them. Click for more
March 2025 - New National Survey Highlights Retirement Village Residents' Experiences and Advocacy Priorities. The ACT and state retirement village associations and across Australia are pleased to share the results of the "Have Your Say" national survey, which gathered insights from over 4,100 residents across the country. This survey provides a powerful voice for retirement village residents, highlighting both the benefits of village living and areas needing reform. Click for More...