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8th December 2025
Twelve new community-led projects to help older New Zealanders stay connected, active, and valued will receive support from the 2025 Age-friendly Fund. From intergenerational cooking in Auckland to dementia-friendly volunteering in…
5th December 2025
Applications are open for two new Selwyn Foundation Ageing Well grants, supported by the Office for Seniors. Researchers and community groups can apply for one of two $25,000 grants to…
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…
