Staying Connected
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…
Keeping Older Adults Safe During Heatwaves
As temperatures rise during summer, older adults are particularly at risk. Heat can worsen existing health conditions, and in some cases, be life-threatening. Understanding why older people are more vulnerable…
Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Win for Disabled Family Carers as Homeworkers
In a major decision for disability support and family carers, the Supreme Court has ruled that two parents caring full‑time for their severely disabled adult children are “homeworkers” and must…
Inland Revenue Error Results in Thousands of Pensioners Being Overcharged
Inland Revenue has confirmed that almost 7,000 pensioners were affected by a system error that wrongly charged them ACC levies on income that should not have attracted them. The issue,…
Age Concern South Canterbury Magazine – Issue 3
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.…
ANZ Warns of Fake Investment Ads Targeting Older Kiwis on Social Media
ANZ has warned New Zealanders about a recent wave of social media investment scams that misuse its name and branding. Fraudsters are running ads that look like they come from ANZ,…
Age Concern South Canterbury Activity Calendar – October to December 2025
Our final activity calendar for the year is here!Join us for a great line-up of social events, outings, and programmes to wrap up 2025 including Friday Club fun, festive celebrations,…
How Low Interest Rates Are Affecting Retirees and Savers
For many older New Zealanders, savings and term deposits are a key part of financial security. But with interest rates remaining low, retirees are finding it harder to get the returns…