To celebrate The Poynton’s 10th birthday in late June, the Takapuna retirement village held a special performance for residents by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra brass quartet. They performed as part of a variety show line-up, which also included a barbershop quartet, (Close Harmony, ex-Westlake students), opera singer Natasha Wilson, and legendary New Zealand vocalist Suzanne Lynch. The evening had a ‘World Tour’ theme – from the food and drinks served, through to the songs being performed. The Poynton’s kitchen team, led by head chef Wayne Kemp, co-ordinated cultural food, in line with the theme, representing the countries of many of The Poynton’s residents.
