Labour Party - Senior Citizens

Southland Times Column - From the Beehive No one will be left behind

30.07.2008

Our kaumatua and kui hold a special place amongst our communities. You don’t have to look far to see the invaluable work our old people do for volunteer groups and community organisations. I see it all the time when I’m around Te Tai Tonga

Our kaumatua and kui hold a special place amongst our communities. You don't have to look far to see the invaluable work our old people do for volunteer groups and community organisations. I see it all the time when I'm around Te Tai Tonga.

We have made the changes necessary to ensure that... more +

More help for NZ Superannuitants

11.06.2008

New Zealanders who wish to retire overseas will be able to do so comfortably in the country of their choice

Legislation will be introduced to Parliament that will ensure that New Zealanders who wish to retire overseas are able to do so comfortably in the country of their choice.

"In Budget 2008 we announced an investment of $6.7m to provide more flexibility in the rules governing the p... more +

Mortgage Calculator will inform sound decisions

05.06.2008

New onle service helps older people assess the implication of taking out a reverse mortgage

The introduction of a quick reverse mortgage calculator is an important step in assisting older people to assess the implication of taking out an equity loan says Social Development Ruth Dyson.

"Many older New Zealanders are sitting on valuable properties, with their main source of inc... more +