http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz en-us Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:56:02 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/post/168655/draft-regional-public-plan-2026-2036-submission/ Draft Regional Public Transport Plan 2026–2036Submitted by: Grey Power Tauranga Western Bay of PlentyDate: August 2026Continued Free Public Transport for Senior CitizensGrey Power Tauranga Western Bay of Plenty welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Draft Regional Public Transport Plan 2026–2036.Grey Power represents and advocates for older people throughout Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. Affordable, accessible and reliable public transport is essential for many senior citizens, ... Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/#post168655 http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/post/167891/memorandum-on-senior-driver-license-renewal/ After 2 years of concerted advocacy by Grey Power to NZTA, politicians, and the medical profession, we are delighted to advise that the attached information about the use of cognitive tests has been released for GPs and the public.The Auckland University review of evidence for the value of cognitive tests in assessing a senior’s ability to drive was crystal clear – “For older people who are considered to be physically and mentally healthy, current evidence does not support the routine... Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:12:37 +1200 http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/#post167891 http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/post/126524/tauranga-electorates-aged-care-challenge/ Summary: Projected Aged Residential Care Need in the Tauranga ElectorateThis report, prepared by the New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA), examines the current and future demand for aged residential care services in the Tauranga electorate and highlights the challenges facing the region.Key Findings1. Tauranga has one of New Zealand's fastest-growing older populationsThe electorate has experienced significant population growth.The number of residents aged 75 years and over is expected to in... Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.greypowertga-wbop.org.nz/blog/#post126524