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Grey Power thrives after four decades

Born in protest, built on principle — Grey Power marks 40 years of defending fairness for older New Zealanders As Grey Power New Zealand marks 40 years of advocacy, the organisation is revisiting the powerful images which sparked a nationwide movement — photographs which captured the determination of seniors who...

Grey Power 40th Anniversary

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Non-political, apolitical, non-partisan – Confused?

From time to time the magazine and the Federation office receive letters about Grey Power’s political stance. Some members have questioned the apparent contradiction that the Federation magazine contains articles from different political parties despite our perceived stance as being ‘apolitical.’ After discussion, and a bit of research, the Federation has...

Commitment to universal superannuation reaffirmed

Grey Power New Zealand is reaffirming its long-standing support for universal New Zealand Superannuation (NZS). This follows recent comments from Labour leader Chris Hipkins indicating openness to discussing possible means-testing. Grey Power national vice-president, David Marshall says while the organisation welcomes constructive debate about the future of retirement income, it...

Doors to Dignity launched

For 40 years Grey Power has advocated for the rights of senior New Zealanders. Now, the acting president, David Marshall says the Federation Board has endorsed Christchurch Methodist Mission’s, nationwide campaign, Doors to Dignity, aimed at increasing investment in social and affordable housing for older people. Here is his...

Tribute to Jan Pentecost QSM Former President, Grey Power New Zealand Federation

It is with great sadness that the Grey Power Federation Board records the passing of former president, Jan Pentecost QSM. A tireless advocate for seniors throughout her 14 years on the Board, Jan served first as national secretary, then stepped up as the first female president of Grey Power Federation. Her...

Grey Power has protected seniors for 40 years

The next chapter starts with you! For the past 40 years, Grey Power has been standing up for older New Zealanders — protecting fairness, defending retirement security and speaking out on the issues that matter to them. Today, that work is more important than ever. Healthcare pressures, rising living costs, banking...

Resignation of national president Gayle Chambers

It was with great regret that the resignation of our president, Gayle Chambers, was accepted at the May meeting of the Grey Power Federation Board. Gayle has served her two years as national president with tremendous wisdom, enthusiasm and commitment to ensuring the organisation becomes even more effective in its...

Taking senior issues to NZ leaders

Important issues affecting the future of New Zealand seniors were discussed in May when Grey Power Federation Board members met with the new Aged Care Commissioner plus representatives from Office for Seniors (Ministry for Social Development) and from the Retirement Commission. On meeting Erin James (the new Aged Care Commissioner)...

Magazine subscriptions clarified

There has been some confusion as to where and how members can subscribe to the quarterly physical magazine so they can receive it by post. The magazine subscription is not to be confused with your local association subs which are made to your local association’s account. The magazine subscription is...