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2nd December 2025
On Monday 17 November 2025, the Office for Seniors hosted global experts, local champions, and creative thinkers to explore how to drive change and build age friendly communities. The presentations…
In the final newsletter for 2025, we unveil the Better Later Life Action Plan. Also read about Sarah's experience with VSA (Volunteer Service Abroad) We have information about NZ Super payments…
28th November 2025
The Minister for Seniors has launched the Better Later Life Action Plan 2025–2028, setting out practical steps to support older New Zealanders to age well. New Zealand is a good place…
6th November 2025
On Monday 17 November, the Office for Seniors will bring together global experts, local champions, and creative thinkers to explore how to drive change and build age friendly communities. Opening with a welcome from Minister Casey…
20th October 2025
The Ministry of Social Development and the Office for Seniors are seeking feedback on a new Long-Term Insights Briefing: Meeting the future needs of older New Zealanders. The draft briefing looks…
14th October 2025
Speaking about elder abuse is never easy, but silence makes it harder to protect those at risk. Kete Tiaki, a new toolkit from Te Ahi Kaa Indigenous Solutions, provides guidance…
