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A recent Stuff article written by journlaist Jim Tucker showed that renewing his driver's licence was much simpler than he thought. With permission from Waka Kotahi, we have taken some excerpts from its Renewing your driver licence as a senior handbook and website to give a brief overview of the licence renewal process. You can download the full handbook for free from the Waka Kotahi website or request free hardcopies by calling 0800 822 422.

Cars are more efficient these days. Yet, Kiwi drivers still spend staggering amounts of money on petrol. The latest data available from Statistics NZ says that the average NZ household spends a whopping $2,522 each year at the pump.

With permission from Waka Kotahi, we have taken some excerpts from its Driving safely as a senior handbook and website to keep you safe on the roads.

Waka Kotahi (NZ Transport Agency) has released a series of new handbooks outlining a wide range of options for older people (and those that support them) when it comes to getting around.

Get up, get dressed, get active, return home – great tips from Nelson Marlborough Nurse Educator. Getting patients out of bed, dressed in their own clothes and walking, helps them feel stronger, recover more quickly and they are less likely to fall. To help this happen we encourage the family …

According to NZTA statistics, older drivers are involved in fewer crashes than other age groups. They tend to drive conservatively, travel fewer kilometres than other drivers and restrict their driving to times and situations in which they feel safe. While older drivers don’t have as many crashes, they and older …

The ability to access appropriate transport is essential for people to remain independent. The risk of social isolation and adverse health outcomes increase if someone is not able to get out and about due to disability or health impairment. It is important for people stay connected with their community as …

The SuperGold Card or the ‘gold card’ as some people know it – gives people over 65 opportunities to stretch their money further. There are thousands of instant discounts and special offers. It also is your ticket to free public transport! If you’re 65+ and a New Zealand resident, when …

For many, Christmas is a time of family togetherness, the sharing of meals, relaxing together over a holiday break, youngsters playing whilst the adults watch on. It’s a wonderful season and we’re so lucky to live in this beautiful country that offers such natural beauty and wonderful outdoor activities. In …

Hello, my name is Jess, and I’m on the Customer Service team here at Eldernet – I help look after sales, customer enquiries and listings on the website, and occasionally I’m sent on the road to visit businesses and facilities which is always a lot of fun. Over the last …