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Government Ministers have been urged to stop hedging on major issues concerning this country’s seniors and, in many cases, all New Zealanders. When Grey Power president, Gayle Chambers and national secretary, Jo Miller, visited Parliament last month, they not only spoke with the Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters, but also...

Among the many issues that concern older New Zealanders today – health, housing, aged care and more – BILL RAYNER from Grey Power North Shore, reminds us not to forget the preservation of our heritage. Grey Power has a vital role in ensuring the history and heritage of our country...

Among productive meetings at Parliament last month, Grey Power president Gayle Chambers and national secretary, Jo Millar met with Ingrid Leary, Labour spokesperson for seniors. A range of issues were raised with Ms Leary including the need to extend the age group eligible for the shingles vaccine subsidy. Although Mrs Chambers...

Back in 1986 the official retirement age was 60 and the Government was urging people to put away savings for their retirement – many saved diligently.

With the United Kingdom now digitising its border and immigration system, New Zealanders planning to visit there need to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA). Anyone wishing to travel to the UK – except British and Irish citizens – requires advance permission to travel. This can be done either...

Despite issues raised with NZTA by Grey Power last year, clarity about the use of cognitive tests by GPs for renewal of driving licences for seniors has not been forthcoming in the new guidelines. It appears that the NZTA feels powerless to direct how medical professionals should act when evaluating...

Thanks to the 1500+ members who participated in the December 2024 survey. The Board valued hearing from our members on a wide range of issues. Key areas surveyed included advocacy issues for 2025, the effectiveness of the quarterly Federation magazine and the need to significantly reduce ballooning postage costs and...

A meeting between Grey Power delegates and Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters last month was a revelation. Mr Peters quickly revealed he had researched issues Grey Power president, Gayle Chambers and myself had indicated would be raised with him. Pleasingly, his comments and questions were far from dismissive; they aimed...

In our recent membership survey a staggering 41% of respondents had not seen the Federation website. As it is a critical part of communication to members, the general public and our stakeholders, we would strongly encourage members to login regularly – www.greypower.co.nz Also, follow us on Facebook – www.facebook.com/greypowernz By accessing...

The 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities have been held every year for 10 years. They celebrate the best of the best across Aotearoa. Four North Island and four South Island gold winners were chosen this year naming Aged Care, Retirement &...