The number of New Zealanders eligible for legal aid has plummeted from an estimated 1.2 million in 2007 to 400,000. More from RNZ
Hard of hearing? A new study needs your help
My name is Marian Flamiano and I am studying for a Master of Audiology degree at the University of Canterbury. I am conducting a study that aims to develop an understanding of the experiences of hard of hearing adults Continue reading “Hard of hearing? A new study needs your help”
Newsletter now out
With a review of Grant Robertson’s and Alyesha Verral’s talk to us, words from our President, what went on at the national AGM of Grey Power, and lots more here.
Lockdown resources
From Wellington City Council
- Student Volunteer Army (under VUWSA in Wellington) is offering free delivery
- If you are struggling to access essential items, the Student Volunteer Army grocery delivery service will be available nationwide for those in self-isolation or who have no other way to access food from 26th August.
- Are you self-isolating due to covid19? Do you need to post some mail? Do you need something that can’t be delivered online? Are you keen for someone to check in on you regularly? Welly Student Volunteer Army are here for you!
- VUWSA SVA have 500+ student volunteers across Wellington who are ready to support you, whether it be running errands or a friendly check-in.
- To access this free support from a student near you:
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- Request form on website: www.vuwsa.org.nz/sva
- Email: sva@vuwsa.org.nz
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellysva
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What is a fair system for NZ Super in the future?
From Grey Power Federation
David Marshall is a Grey Power Federation Board member and our National Advisory Chair for Retirement Income and Taxation. Last Friday, he was part of a panel of invitees on a pre-recorded TV program hosted by Jack Tame, discussing New Zealand Super. We also had some members in the audience in support. Continue reading “What is a fair system for NZ Super in the future?”
Were you affected by the power cut?
From Grey Power Federation
On the 11TH Aug 2021 Federation President Jan Pentecost issued a press release regarding the significant power outage that affected parts of the North Island and many thousands of homes. Continue reading “Were you affected by the power cut?”
Arts advocates required for Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
From Performing Arts Aotearoa Wikiproject
Aotearoa theatre advocate Lisa Maule is part way through a four month Wikipedia Edit-a-thon to increase the visibility of New Zealand arts on the world’s most popular open source information hub after receiving a grant from Wikimedia Foundation.
Continue reading “Arts advocates required for Wikipedia Edit-a-thon”
Wide open targets – the elderly and banking scams
“Unless you’re sure you’re talking with the bank, stop the call.”
That’s the message from an elderly man who lost thousands of dollars from his bank accounts after fraudsters convinced him to tell them his details.
More here on RSNZ
Housing: how it’s upended politics
Interesting article from Henry Cooke on how housing policy cuts across party lines: the divisions are between those who have property and those who don’t.
Are you getting cheques from overseas?
From Grey Power Federation
We had a query from a member about the receiving of overseas cheques etc from pension plans. The Bankers Association have advised the following:
Bank services for seniors post-cheque
Banking information for Grey Power May 2021
The following information has been provided by New Zealand’s six biggest banks to the Grey Power Federation. If what they say doesn’t correspond with what you experience please get in touch with Grey Power.