Rise Issue 3
The theme of this edition is 'OLDER PEOPLE'. This emphasises the importance that we place on building strong families, in turn creating vibrant communities and a thriving nation.
Legendary advice on ageing
Peter Snell, winner of three Olympic gold medals and voted New Zealand's 'Sports Champion of the (20th) Century', now living in Texas, catches up with Rise.
A strategy for everyone's future
"New Zealand has been internationally acknowledged as being at the forefront of positive ageing since the New Zealand Positive Ageing Strategy was launched in 2001."
A life most ordinary
Alexia Pickering, a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM), has been an advocate for people with disabilities for many years.
From the frontline
Brenda Grey has been a case manager on New Zealand Superannuation for 15 years and has recently become a Service Specialist case manager as part of the Ministry's Senior Service Concept Model.
Lending a caring hand
Andrew Cottle made the best decision of his life. Since 2005 he's been caring for his wife, Shirley, and he's never looked back.
Update: The SuperGold Card
The SuperGold Card has grown by more than 800 business partners with over 4000 outlets - and continues to grow each week.
Best advice? Start planning
An interview with New Zealand Retirement Commissioner, Diana Crossan
Making her impact felt
Rise talks to Cecily Ashton, Hastings District Council housing officer.
Linked-up communities
Interview with Taranaki, King Country, Wanganui Regional Commissioner, Gloria Campbell.
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Your average teenager probably wouldn't have too many problems reading the headline to this story. Your average 60 year old probably would. Unless, of course, they come from Wanganui.
Supporting older people
Interview with Northland Regional Commissioner, Graham MacPherson.
Spreading the wisdom
From gardening tips and cooking, to connecting whanau with local support and services, Elaine Paikea is giving back her skills to her community.
