Staying Connected

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…

The cost of food has increased again, with prices now sitting 4.6 percent higher than this time last year. January also recorded the biggest monthly jump in food prices in…

Recent changes to the postal network in New Zealand have sparked concern for older people who rely on traditional mail and postal services. NZ Post has announced it will remove…