RYMAN NAMES NEW VILLAGE AFTER SIR KEITH PARK ADVERTISEMENT Ryman Healthcare has named its new Hobsonville retirement village in honour of one of New Zealand's finest military leaders and strategists. Sir Keith Park (GCB, KBE, MC & Bar, DFC, Croix de Guerre, MA (hon). Thames-born Sir Keith Park (1892-1975). was best known for his leadership during the Royal Air Force's (RAF's) air defence of London and South-east England during the Battle of Britain in 1940. Following the war Lord Tedder, head of the RAF, said "If ever any one man won the Battle of Britain, he did. I don't believe it is realised how much that one man, with his leadership, his calm judgement and his skill, did to save not only this country, but the world." EITH PARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE Sir Keith's service during the battle was just one part of a long and distinguished military career that began in World War 1, He also fought at Gallipoli and on the Somme during World War 1, before learning to fly and shooting down 20 enemy aircraft as an ace in the Royal Flying Corps. In the inter-war years, he rose through the ranks in the RAF and was part of the team that developed the radar defence system, His war service included taking responsibility for the air defence over Dunkirk in 1940, and the air defence of Malta and Burma in the later war years. After a long and distinguished career in the RAF he returned to New Zealand and later served as an Auckland City Councillor. At a special event to reveal the name, Ryman Healthcare Chief Executive Gordon MacLeod saidi "Sir Keith Park was an astonishing man - easily one of the brightest. Ryman Chief Executive Gordon MacLeod and Keith's great nephew Brian Park at the official naming launch bravest and best individuals this country has ever produced. "It is an honour for us to name our Hobsonville village after someone with such an incredible legacy and something we do not take for granted." Massey University historian Dr Adam Claasen, who gave a gripping presentation detailing two pivotal moments in the great man's life, said: "No other New Zealander in uniform had a greater impact on the Second World War and the course of the twentieth century in Europe than Keith Park." Joining the guests was Sir Keith's great nephew, Brian Park, who hoped the naming opportunity with Ryman would raise the prominence of his uncle's legacy with subsequent generations. "We as a family were in awe of him, after all he was a hero," Brian said. The new Keith Park Retirement Village will offer a full range of retirement living options with care tailored to each resident's needs. Residents will also be able to enjoy an indoor swimming pool, spa. gymnasium, hairdressing and beauty salons, cafó, movie theatre, library, a bar and billiards room. RYMAN PIONEERS A new vwau of livirg SELLING NOW Harawille First stage of apartments opening July 2021. Call Rosalind or Carolyn for more details. R. KEITH PARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE 3 Scott Road, Hobsonville, 09 416 0750 Beat the April price increase - sign up by 31 March, and enjoy 2020 prices for your new home. RYMN HEALTHCARE RYMAN NAMES NEW VILLAGE AFTER SIR KEITH PARK ADVERTISEMENT Ryman Healthcare has named its new Hobsonville retirement village in honour of one of New Zealand's finest military leaders and strategists. Sir Keith Park (GCB, KBE, MC & Bar, DFC, Croix de Guerre, MA (hon). Thames-born Sir Keith Park (1892-1975). was best known for his leadership during the Royal Air Force's (RAF's) air defence of London and South-east England during the Battle of Britain in 1940. Following the war Lord Tedder, head of the RAF, said "If ever any one man won the Battle of Britain, he did. I don't believe it is realised how much that one man, with his leadership, his calm judgement and his skill, did to save not only this country, but the world." EITH PARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE Sir Keith's service during the battle was just one part of a long and distinguished military career that began in World War 1, He also fought at Gallipoli and on the Somme during World War 1, before learning to fly and shooting down 20 enemy aircraft as an ace in the Royal Flying Corps. In the inter-war years, he rose through the ranks in the RAF and was part of the team that developed the radar defence system, His war service included taking responsibility for the air defence over Dunkirk in 1940, and the air defence of Malta and Burma in the later war years. After a long and distinguished career in the RAF he returned to New Zealand and later served as an Auckland City Councillor. At a special event to reveal the name, Ryman Healthcare Chief Executive Gordon MacLeod saidi "Sir Keith Park was an astonishing man - easily one of the brightest. Ryman Chief Executive Gordon MacLeod and Keith's great nephew Brian Park at the official naming launch bravest and best individuals this country has ever produced. "It is an honour for us to name our Hobsonville village after someone with such an incredible legacy and something we do not take for granted." Massey University historian Dr Adam Claasen, who gave a gripping presentation detailing two pivotal moments in the great man's life, said: "No other New Zealander in uniform had a greater impact on the Second World War and the course of the twentieth century in Europe than Keith Park." Joining the guests was Sir Keith's great nephew, Brian Park, who hoped the naming opportunity with Ryman would raise the prominence of his uncle's legacy with subsequent generations. "We as a family were in awe of him, after all he was a hero," Brian said. The new Keith Park Retirement Village will offer a full range of retirement living options with care tailored to each resident's needs. Residents will also be able to enjoy an indoor swimming pool, spa. gymnasium, hairdressing and beauty salons, cafó, movie theatre, library, a bar and billiards room. RYMAN PIONEERS A new vwau of livirg SELLING NOW Harawille First stage of apartments opening July 2021. Call Rosalind or Carolyn for more details. R. KEITH PARK RETIREMENT VILLAGE 3 Scott Road, Hobsonville, 09 416 0750 Beat the April price increase - sign up by 31 March, and enjoy 2020 prices for your new home. RYMN HEALTHCARE