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Better Later Life indicators 2026 update - enhancing opportunities for participation and social connection
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Better Later Life indicators 2026 update - making environments accessible
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Better Later Life indicators 2026 update - promoting healthy ageing and access to services
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This document contains a list of references that helped and informed the development of the Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034 strategy.
PDF, 570 KB • Published November 2019 -
This document outlines key points from the Better Later Life strategy on a single page
PDF, 500 KB • Published November 2019 -
This report compiles the submissions in the process of developing our new strategy to prepare for an ageing population
PDF, 700 KB • Published November 2019 -
This briefing provides the Minister for Seniors with an overview of the portfolio, along with key matters for their consideration in the first three months of their role.
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This companion report utilises the Business of Ageing framework set in the original 2011 report, adapted for the 50 to 64 year old age group. The 65+ year old age group is in separate report due to the dynamics of ageing and, while New Zealand does not have a retirement age, the most common age to retire is 65, which is when most people are eligible for NZ Superannuation, meaning that their incomes streams shift.
PDF, 880 KB • Published August 2024 -
The Business of Ageing 2026 update shows that older New Zealanders contribution to the New Zealand economy is increasing, with strong increases in paid work, self‑employment, tax contributions, consumer spending, and unpaid work such as caregiving and volunteering. It confirms that population ageing is already reshaping the labour market and economic activity, marking a long‑term structural shift that businesses, communities, and policymakers need to plan for now.
PDF, 1050 KB • Published April 2026 -
This companion report utilises the Business of Ageing framework set in the original 2011 report, adapted for the 50 to 64 year old age group. The 65+ year old age group is in separate report due to the dynamics of ageing and, while New Zealand does not have a retirement age, the most common age to retire is 65, which is when most people are eligible for NZ Superannuation, meaning that their incomes streams shift.
PDF, 1292 KB • Published August 2024