The village is staffed 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our Village Manager, Resident Support Officer and Staff ensure that everything runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis. Boasting long-standing staff certainly contributes to a welcoming, convivial lifestyle.
Our receptionist organises and coordinates activities. Our staff include chefs, kitchen hands, maintenance, cleaners and personal care assistants. The attitude that we encourage in our staff is a “person Friday” outlook, where together everyone gets involved to make the village wheels turn smoothly.
There is always someone to help when anyone needs a helping hand.
The Village Manager is available during business hours Monday to Friday and over the weekend there is senior staff on duty.
As well as taking care of many of the normal administration tasks involved in running the village, the Village Manager’s main responsibility is to ensure the facilities and services offered in the village meet the resident’s expectations. This includes overseeing all staff and contractors, including gardeners and cleaners, to ensure Bougainvillea, its facilities and buildings are well maintained.
Bougainvillea has an onsite seven day a week sales office, where you will find our Sales Manager, as well as our Accounts Manager, both of whom are very approachable.
The village is Strata Titled and as such, there is also the involvement of our village Strata Manager.
Bougainvillea Staff
Darren Hunt
Darren has been the Village Manager at Bougainvillea since 2013. In his role, he oversees the day-to-day operations of the village and leads the staff team, ensuring residents receive high-quality support.
Darren is also a Registered Nurse, bringing valuable clinical knowledge and experience to his position. While he is not employed in a nursing capacity at Bougainvillea, his expertise is a significant asset to both residents and staff.
With more than 35 years of experience managing healthcare and residential facilities across England and Australia, Darren has developed a strong reputation for leadership, compassion, and excellence in retirement and community living environments.
Outside of work, Darren enjoys walking his dog and volunteering with WIRES, where he rescues and rehabilitates sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife. He also has a keen interest in Australian native reptiles.
When he is not at Bougainvillea or volunteering with WIRES, Darren enjoys spending quality time with his wife and, whenever possible, his three adult children.
Paré Tocker
Paré Tocker has been the Sales and Marketing Manager at Bougainvillea since 2017, a diverse and rewarding role that she continues to find both interesting and fulfilling. With extensive experience in guiding people through the important decision of downsizing and transitioning to retirement village living, Paré has developed a strong reputation for her caring and supportive approach.
Understanding that moving from a long-held family home into an apartment within a retirement community can be both an emotional and stressful experience, Paré is dedicated to making the process as smooth and comfortable as possible. She takes the time to understand each prospective resident’s individual needs and concerns, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their journey. Providing exceptional care and trying to reduce the stress associated with moving remains a top priority for both Paré and her sales team.
Outside of her professional role, Paré enjoys spending quality time with her husband and her two grown daughters and their partners. Family is at the heart of her life, and she values every opportunity to relax, connect, and create lasting memories with her loved ones. In her free time, Paré enjoys painting, reading, and listening to music, all of which provide opportunities to relax, unwind, and express her creativity.
