Advocacy
Support a collective voice on issues affecting older people, including access to healthcare, financial security, transport, housing and dignity.
Read about Grey Power's aims ↗A local voice. A national network.
Your voice matters.
Join Grey Power.
Stand alongside other older people in North Canterbury. Support a stronger collective voice, stay informed and help Grey Power advocate on the issues that matter.
You do not need to be online every day to be part of Grey Power. Get in touch if you would rather speak to someone.
Local knowledge. A stronger collective voice.
Grey Power is a non-party-political organisation advocating on issues that affect older New Zealanders. Local associations connect members with information, community and the wider Federation.
About Grey Power
Experience deserves a voice.
Grey Power brings older people together to support their wellbeing, raise concerns and advocate for fair treatment. Our local association is part of a nationwide network, while focusing on matters that affect people here in North Canterbury.
Useful information
Find links to trusted organisations, national updates and member benefits. We aim to make relevant information easier to find and understand.
Explore information ↓Local connection
Keep in touch with the local association, find out about meetings and speakers, and help shape the issues that matter in our community.
Get in touch ↓Information centre
Useful information, without the hunt.
These links are a starting point for national information and services. For local advice or assistance, contact the association directly.
Explore trusted resources
- National Grey Power member benefits
- Grey Power New Zealand Federation
- Government health information
- Office for Seniors
- Citizens Advice Bureau
- Consumer NZ
External websites are operated by their respective organisations. Check details directly with the service provider.
Newsletters
Stay informed. Stay connected.
Newsletters are a practical way to keep members up to date with local news, meetings, advocacy and useful information. The latest issue and archive will appear here once supplied by the association.
Latest newsletter
The current North Canterbury newsletter will be available here to read online or download. We will add the latest issue once it has been confirmed for publication.
Latest issue to be added by the association.Previous issues
Earlier newsletters will be listed here by date, making it easier to find past updates and share useful information with friends and family.
Ask about newsletters ↗Local updates
What's happening in North Canterbury?
Use this space for meeting dates, guest speakers, local notices and news that matters to members. Dates and details should be confirmed by the association before publication.
Meetings and speakers
Meeting dates, venue information and details of upcoming speakers will be published here when confirmed.
Ask about the next meeting ↗News for members
Local notices and association updates can be added here, with the newest information easy to find.
Read the national magazine ↗Local issues
Share matters affecting older people in North Canterbury so the association can understand members' concerns and priorities.
Contact the association ↗Membership
Your voice matters.
Help make it stronger.
Joining Grey Power connects you with a wider voice for older New Zealanders and access to national and local member benefits. Membership also supports advocacy on issues affecting older people.
To join Grey Power North Canterbury, contact our Membership Secretary, Julie Metcalfe, on 027 245 6434. You can also email the association with a membership enquiry.
Common questions
Before you get in touch
Who can join Grey Power?
Grey Power advocates for older people and its membership is open to people who support its aims. Contact our Membership Secretary for current eligibility and membership details.
What does membership cost?
Membership fees and payment arrangements can vary by association and may change. Please contact our Membership Secretary for the current North Canterbury fee.
Do I have to use a computer?
No. You can contact the association by phone or email. Ask for information in a format that works for you.
Does Grey Power represent a political party?
No. Grey Power is non-party-political and advocates on matters affecting older New Zealanders.
Contact
Talk to your local association.
Have a question about membership, meetings or an issue affecting older people in North Canterbury? Get in touch.
Grey Power North Canterbury
Local association enquiries
Membership SecretaryJulie Metcalfe — 027 245 6434
Postal addressPO Box 28, Rangiora 7400
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Contact by email
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Email the association ↗Please do not send sensitive personal or financial information by ordinary email.