Age Concern Otago-Waitaki District

06/10/2026

05/10/2026

We are looking forward to our Omarama Talking Cafe on Monday, which will be our last one for 2026.
We are fortunate to have Rochell bringing her mobile shop up to Omarama, and this is a great opportunity to stock up on resources that support independent living. You might grab a gift or two for Christmas presents 😀

04/10/2026

The Together Across Time expo was held in Dunedin last Thursday. It was a fantastic event.

04/10/2026

Please be aware of these new rules that became law on 1st October.

Hey Waitaki – road rule changes are coming!
From tomorrow, four road rule changes come into effect across New Zealand.
Make sure you know what’s changing before you head out on the road.
👇 Check out the four changes below.
Waitaki District Council
Youthtown Oamaru
Sport Waitaki
Oamaru Coffee Riders
Oamaru Multisport
Mountain Biking North Otago

28/09/2026

📣 Come and Meet Us at the "Together Across Time" Positive Ageing Expo!

Have you ever wondered what Age Concern Otago is all about?

Come and visit us at the Together Across Time Positive Ageing Expo and discover the wide range of opportunities available to help you stay connected, informed, and engaged.

✔ Learn about our Learning opportunities - Tech courses and Seniors workshops
✔ Explore social activities and community connections
✔ Find out about rewarding volunteer opportunities
✔ Learn about the support and services available in your community

And that's not all! Come along and join in some fun activities throughout the day:

🎮 Have a go at our Wii Games
🎉 Enter our Expo Bingo competition with great prizes to be won
🎯 Enjoy interactive activities and challenges
🎁 Spot prizes throughout the event

Whether you're looking to meet new people, learn something new, access support services, or simply enjoy a fun day out, there's something for everyone.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you make the most of the opportunities available to age positively, stay connected, and continue doing the things you love. 💙
https://ageconcernotago.com

27/09/2026

This will be worth signing up for.
I received some great spam emails over the weekend from NZTA - very convincing but I knew how to spot the scam!
Make sure you learn how to do the same.

Think you can spot a scam?

AI is helping scammers create more convincing emails, text messages, phone calls, and fake websites, making scams harder to spot than ever.

On Tuesday 6 October from 1pm-2pm, join us for a practical webinar where we'll explore the cyber security basics that can help you stay safe online in today's AI-driven world.

You'll learn how to spot common scams, recognise the warning signs of phishing attempts, create stronger passwords, protect your personal information, and respond confidently if something doesn't seem right.

Have a parent, grandparent, whānau member or tūpuna who could benefit from learning these skills too? Share this webinar with them or join together.

Register here 👉 https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PA23qU7ETpKshJoTKRk9Cw #/registration

27/09/2026

Such an important skill to learn.

Help me out please and share this post!

❤️ Could You Help Save Someone's Life?

A cardiac arrest can happen without warning, and in those critical first few minutes, the actions of an ordinary person can make an extraordinary difference.

It could be your partner, your parent, your grandparent, your friend — or even a stranger who happens to be nearby.

Knowing how to start CPR and use a defibrillator could mean the difference between life and death while you wait for emergency services to arrive. You don’t need to be a medical professional. You just need to know what to do.

That’s why Neighbourhood Support is partnering with Hato Hone St John to offer free, practical 45-minute training sessions at The Business Hive, supporters of this event.

If you’ve done the training before, come along for a refresher. If you haven’t, this is your chance to learn a skill that you may one day be incredibly grateful you have.

And with the school holidays, bring the children too. Imagine your child being with a grandparent when a cardiac arrest happens — knowing what to do could give them the confidence to act.

You may never need this skill, but if you do, you'll be pleased you made the effort to come. ❤️

No booking required — just turn up at the session that suits you, on Friday 2 October at The Business Hive 120 Thames Street, 10.30am, 12.15 and 3.30pm.

27/09/2026

We are heading down to Dunedin on Thursday to attend the Positive Ageing Expo celebrating the International Day of the Older Person.
Please share the word amongst your friends/community.

23/09/2026

The Oamaru Bridge Club held its annual tournament on Sunday, 19 September, and Age Concern Otago–Waitaki is grateful to be a recipient of the funds raised.
We also thank Driving Miss Daisy for supporting the tournament by donating raffle prizes and providing food and refreshments throughout the day.
We are fortunate to belong to a community that values and supports older people.