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Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New … View moreOutgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.
But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.
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As many as one in ten older people in New Zealand will experience some kind of elder abuse. The majority of cases will go unreported.
Elder abuse is not specific to any one gender, religion, ethnicity, or income group. It may happen at home, in residential care, or in hospitals. Most of the time… View moreAs many as one in ten older people in New Zealand will experience some kind of elder abuse. The majority of cases will go unreported.
Elder abuse is not specific to any one gender, religion, ethnicity, or income group. It may happen at home, in residential care, or in hospitals. Most of the time family members are the abusers.
Connection is the best prevention when it comes to Elder Abuse.
If you or someone you know is experiencing Elder Abuse, please contact:
* General Provider - Age Concern Auckland: (09) 820 0184
* Indian Provider - Shanti Niwas: (09) 622 10101
* Pacific Provider - Vaka Tautua: 0800 825 282
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In the quarter-century since Once Were Warriors graced our screens, not much has changed for Auckland's poor. In fact, it could be argued things have got worse.
While the country bounced back from the economic downturns of the early 1990s and 2008, by some measures the gap… View moreHi Neighbours
In the quarter-century since Once Were Warriors graced our screens, not much has changed for Auckland's poor. In fact, it could be argued things have got worse.
While the country bounced back from the economic downturns of the early 1990s and 2008, by some measures the gap between the rich and the poor is wider.
Māngere Budgeting Services chief executive Darryl Evans says although minimum wage had risen to $17.70, that wasn't enough to sustain a family living in Auckland.
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The Court case over a Youth prison at Whakatakapokai has been held and we now await a decision from the Judge. Angela Dalton, David Wren, Daniel Newman, Fong Yin Chin, Lily Li, Submitter 58 (who cannot be named by Order of the Court) and Dene Andre (that's me) all put in evidence and I made … View moreThe Court case over a Youth prison at Whakatakapokai has been held and we now await a decision from the Judge. Angela Dalton, David Wren, Daniel Newman, Fong Yin Chin, Lily Li, Submitter 58 (who cannot be named by Order of the Court) and Dene Andre (that's me) all put in evidence and I made comprehensive legal submissions against the proposal. A decision is due in around 3 weeks.
Meanwhile, if you're interested, you can download documents from the following links:
The link below enables you to download the entire bunch of Court Files for the case.
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if you just want to see our legal submissions, use the link below.
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Cheers, Dene
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The 'Meet the Candidates' evening for the James Cook High School will be held on Thursday, 13th of June in the school staff room. We look forward to seeing you there.
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When we lose a loved relative or friend it is a very emotional and confusing time. Avoid the stress associated with arranging a funeral with personalised service by a New Zealand family owned and operated the funeral home.
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NZ College of Chinese Medicine secures your future in a rewarding and respected profession!
If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese … View moreNZ College of Chinese Medicine secures your future in a rewarding and respected profession!
If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese Medicine.
Come to our Auckland Campus OPEN DAY on Saturday, 15th of June – enjoy a campus tour, obtain course information and if you wish, have free acupuncture services in our clinic.
(Phone the clinic on 09 969 4328 to make a reservation for treatment between 10 am and 2 pm - bookings are essential.)
The College is offering significant early payment refunds on Tuition Fees for all courses starting 22 July.
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Never heard of Floorball? You may not be alone… This is a relatively new sport in New Zealand.
You may recognise it from school as Unihoc or Indoor Hockey.
Floorball is a team event. It is fast paced with lots of short sprint running and breaks in between. It is fun to play and very easy to… View moreNever heard of Floorball? You may not be alone… This is a relatively new sport in New Zealand.
You may recognise it from school as Unihoc or Indoor Hockey.
Floorball is a team event. It is fast paced with lots of short sprint running and breaks in between. It is fun to play and very easy to learn. If you have played Field Hockey, Tennis, Football or any other ball sport, you will quickly pick up Floorball as well. What is even better is the fact that it is played indoors. Rain or shine…you can play Floorball.
We play twice a week.
Wednesday nights from 7:30pm till about 8:45pm we have the older teens, youth and adults playing.
Sunday afternoons we have the kids from age about 6 and upwards playing from 3:45pm until about 5;00pm….
Cost of playing is $2.00 for those aged 17 or younger. Those aged 18 and older pay $5.00 per session.
We have equipment in the form of balls and sticks to play with so all you need is t-shirt, shorts and indoor sports shoes.
If you want to know more about Floorball, please contact us. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Cheers
Ole, Daren & Clint
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Playing Venue:
Manna Park Community Church
653 Great South Road
Runciman
South Auckland
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