Staying Connected
Food Prices Rise 4.6 Percent as Costs Climb Again
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…
Age Concern South Canterbury Magazine – Issue 4
Our Latest Magazine is Out Now! Our newest Age Concern South Canterbury magazine is now available and packed with community stories, helpful updates, and plenty of photos from recent events.…
NZ Post Service Cuts Could Hit Older New Zealanders Hard
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…
Timaru Senior Citizens Association – New Constitution & Special General Meeting
Over the past year, Age Concern South Canterbury has been moving to a new structure as a charitable trust. To make this transition smooth and meet new legal requirements, we…
New Year, new activities! – Activity Calendar
New year, new activities! Take a look at our latest activity calendar and see what’s coming up to keep you busy and connected.
Where From Here? He Ara Whakamua
We have received copies of the Where From Here? He Ara Whakamua – South Island 2026 guide, and they are now available for anyone who would like a free copy.…
Prescription Co-Payment Change Will Reduce Costs for Long-Term Medicines
The Government has confirmed a change to prescription co-payments that will make it cheaper and simpler for people who rely on long-term medications. Under the updated policy, people who receive…
Total Mobility Scheme Review: What It Means for Older People
The New Zealand Government is currently reviewing the Total Mobility Scheme, a programme that helps people with disabilities and older people who cannot easily use public transport by subsidising taxi…
Lifelong Learning: How Study and Curiosity Can Keep Us Connected and Healthy
In Sweden, thousands of retirees are choosing classrooms over armchairs, signing up for courses in everything from languages to politics well after retirement. These older learners say it keeps their…