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News briefs – May
Futuna chapel among the world’s most beautiful buildings
Futuna Chapel has been honoured by Time Out magazine as the 21st most beautiful building in the world alongside the Taj Mahal and La Sagrada Familia.
Featured in the global publication’s list, which showcases stunning architecture across 59 countries and 333 cities, Futuna Chapel is the only New Zealand building to be named.
The magazine praised the “beautiful little space” “hidden away in the Wellington suburb of Karori”
“Inside, you’ll find marvellous displays of light over the floor and walls through the pretty stained-glass windows, wood, layers, a load of texture and plenty of sharp angles.”
The Futuna Chapel Trust said the recognition by Time Out brings international attention to the chapel’s enduring cultural and architectural significance.
Radius care
Radius Care has purchased Karori Village rest home on Messines Road, previously owned by Metlifecare.
The New Zealand owned company announced the acquisition last month, describing it in a media statement as another milestone in Radius Care’s ongoing growth journey.
“We’ve entered into an agreement to acquire Karori Village, a well‑established 90‑bed care home in Wellington offering rest home, hospital, secure dementia and respite care.
“This will be our first care home in Wellington and a meaningful step forward as we continue to grow our presence throughout the country. The Karori community will benefit from Radius Care’s nationwide resources, specialist care expertise, and this acquisition ensures continuity of specialized care for residents.”
CEO Andrew Peskett said: “This acquisition represents Radius Care’s 25th care home and establishes our presence in one of Wellington’s most prestigious suburbs. It is a further step in Radius Care’s measured growth as a health services provider, reflecting a continued focus on acquiring large well located care homes.”