Posts by Ethan Pierce

What an incredible day at our Positive Ageing Expo on Thursday at the Caroline Bay Hall! A huge thank you to all of our amazing stall holders, organisations, volunteers, and…

New Zealand is approaching a major milestone, with more than one million people soon expected to be aged over 65. As our population ages, there is growing focus on how…

Our Kitchen Kings cooking programme got off to a fantastic start on Wednesday evening, with a great turnout and plenty of positive energy in the room. Held at the TTEC…

As we get older, it’s normal to notice a few more aches and stiffness in our joints. This happens because the cartilage and fluid that cushion our joints naturally reduce…

From 1 April, a number of financial changes are coming into effect across New Zealand that may impact your day-to-day living costs. While not all of these changes are aimed…

Health professionals are warning that a new and potentially severe strain of influenza could be on the way, as increasing numbers of people report feeling unwell across the country. Doctors,…

A proposed change to how emergency ambulance medicines are funded could help ensure more consistent emergency care for people across New Zealand. The Government has announced plans to shift responsibility…

A new report has highlighted concerns that people in New Zealand may be waiting significantly longer for access to new medicines than patients in many other developed countries. The review,…

Retirement is often imagined as a time to slow down and enjoy life after decades of work. While it can be incredibly rewarding, the change in routine and lifestyle can…

New research has found that travel insurance premiums can increase significantly once travellers reach their 70s, with some policies costing several times more than those offered to younger travellers. A…