http:www.msd.govt.nz / www.osc.govt.nz Provides Minister for Senior Citizens with policy advice on matters relating to the well-being of older people in NZ. Works closely with a wide range of government agencies to develop policy and also has a policy commentary role. The Office links closely with community organisations representing the interests of older people, such … Continued
5.30pm meal last Saturday of the month – “Connect”. Pizza and family night. For further information ring the above number. Everyone welcome. Align is a women’s get together on the second Saturday of the month. Meetings are held at The Salvation Army, corner of Southampton & Colombo Streets, Sydenham. Contact the number above. Church Sunday … Continued
A social gathering for older people. Meet on a Tuesday afternoon at 1pm (except the first one in the month) at St Marys Church Hall, 329 Halswell Road, Halswell. Play cards, scrabble and housie, pot luck lunches and outings, quiz afternoons. Contact Judy for a fun afternoon.
Meet each Monday at 1.00pm, at the Hornby Club, Carmens Road. Play Housie, Quiz. Entertainment and/or bus trips once a month. For further information regarding their social activities, ring the above telephone number or email.
Meets every 2nd Monday at 1:30 pm, at the Belfast rugby and communication centre. 18 March Place, Belfast, We provide friendship, play housie and enjoy the occasional social outing. Cups of tea and coffee included. New members very welcome.
Meet at 2pm on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at St Lukes Church, corner Daniels and Main North Road.
The Parklands Wednesday Club meets every Wednesday,1pm to 3.30pm, at the Parklands Community Lounge. A friendly non-competitive club with indoor bowls. Cost $3.00 per weekly session and includes afternoon tea. New members very welcome.
Meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 1.30 pm in the Events Centre, Lincoln. Speakers, entertainers and trips. Please phone Theresa 3252449
The Cottage is a community based initiative which seeks to involve local people in developing their skills and gives an opportunity to sell their craft work. Open 10.30 am – 3.45 pm Mon-Fri. Dallington Community News published quarterly. The following groups operate from the Cottage: Dallington Friends and Leisure Group, Wednesdays 10am-12.00 noon at Burwood … Continued
The Office was established in 1990, and is part of the Ministry of Social Development. Their role is to: * promote the rights and interests of older people * lead, monitor and promote the New Zealand Positive Ageing Strategy * provide policy advice on issues that affect older people, and lead strategic and cross-sectoral policy … Continued
