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Budget leaves old slightly warmer but poorer
Thursday, 28 May 2009, 4:45 pm | Age Concern
Older people receive a few crumbs in Budget 09 but no extra income says Age Concern New Zealand. "Mr English says the Budget is intended to help New Zealanders through the recession. But what is there to help older people through the recession?" chief ... More >>
Age Concern wants action on $4b electricity ripoff
Tuesday, 26 May 2009, 1:57 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand's national President Liz Baxendine is asking Energy Minister Gerry Brownlee for action on energy poverty. "It's time to use a portion of the windfall profits earned by state-owned energy companies to undo some of the harm that's been ... More >>
Youth week is for older people too –Age Concern
Saturday, 23 May 2009, 1:15 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand is looking forward to Youth Week, saying it's a good opportunity to build the links between the generations. More >>
Senior drivers deserve respect, says Age Concern
Tuesday, 28 April 2009, 4:57 pm | Age Concern
"Recent comments about senior drivers are not appropriate," Age Concern New Zealand national president Liz Baxendine says. Age Concern is hitting back at a Rolleston policewoman's comments criticising older drivers and doctors after an older woman's ... More >>
Free transport a success for seniors
Wednesday, 11 March 2009, 9:42 am | Age Concern
SuperGold Card holders have made over two and a half million bus, rail and ferry journeys since the free off-peak public transport scheme began last October. More >>
Age Concern reaches out
Saturday, 28 February 2009, 2:35 pm | Age Concern
Local Age Concern branches are located around New Zealand and have information and advice to offer older people from every background. More >>
Waiting lists action a good first step
Wednesday, 25 February 2009, 5:31 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand welcomes today's Government waiting lists announcement and wants to see more action on health improvements that could make a big difference for older New Zealanders. More >>
Food price rises hit older people – Age Concern
Tuesday, 17 February 2009, 9:16 am | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand is calling for Superannuation adjustments to cope with rocketing food inflation. More >>
Avoiding energy poverty
Wednesday, 19 November 2008, 4:28 pm | Age Concern
Too many older people are living in 'energy poverty' and it's getting worse, with 11 percent price rises in Wellington and Otago. More >>
Code for retirement village residents backwards
Wednesday, 8 October 2008, 12:07 am | Age Concern
Protection for older people through the Retirement Villages Code of Practice 2008, out this afternoon, is welcome and it has been a long time coming, Age Concern National President Liz Baxendine says. More >>
International Day of Older Persons celebrations
Tuesday, 30 September 2008, 1:09 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern is leading New Zealand celebrations of the International Day of Older Persons tomorrow. More >>
Law change brings more protection
Thursday, 25 September 2008, 4:34 pm | Age Concern
The picture of a ruthless friend or relative bulldozing an older person into signing an Enduring Power of Attorney to get control over their care and finances has just got less likely. More >>
New home equity release code good
Tuesday, 2 September 2008, 1:42 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand welcomes the government's new Code of Practice, but warns that home equity release contracts still need careful thought. More >>
Disability Convention good for seniors
Friday, 25 July 2008, 9:51 am | Age Concern
Older people have a lot to gain from moves to ratify an international Disability Convention Age Concern New Zealand says. More >>
Older people given less than 24 hours to move
Thursday, 10 July 2008, 5:19 pm | Age Concern
"How would you feel if you were given less than 24 hours to leave your home?" asks Age Concern. More >>
New Patron for Age Concern New Zealand
Tuesday, 8 July 2008, 4:45 pm | Age Concern
The national organisation that works for the rights and wellbeing of older people is delighted to announce that retired Judge Ken Mason (73) is its new Patron. More >>
Time to put Super level under the microscope
Monday, 30 June 2008, 2:57 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand says it's time to re-start debate on older New Zealanders' retirement income needs. More >>
Call to help combat elder abuse
Monday, 30 June 2008, 11:47 am | Age Concern
Ending elder abuse is the community's responsibility says Age Concern New Zealand. More >>
Last chance to claim rates rebates
Monday, 23 June 2008, 1:54 pm | Age Concern
Older people have just one week left to claim the rates rebate assistance they’re entitled to, says Age Concern New Zealand. Applications for the current (2007/08) rating year have to be with local councils by 5pm next Monday, 30 June. More >>
Age Concern Against Abuse
Sunday, 15 June 2008, 4:54 pm | Age Concern
“I’ll give something to whinge about if I find you in my kitchen again.” “You obviously don’t love me if you won’t take out a mortgage to let me set up my business.” More >>
