Age Concern Taupo

20/05/2026

We run two Steady As You ago classes a week in Taupo. Falls prevention is so important!

Call us on 07 378 9712 extension 3 if you’d like to try one of our sessions.

18/05/2026

Join in on our free SCAM ACADEMY being held tomorrow in Turangi at the St John Hall, 14 Ohuanga Road. Scamming is more common than you think. Learn what to watch out for and how not to be taken in by scamming scoundrels.
No RSVP required, simply come along for a 10am start.

13/05/2026

Session 2 of our digital literacy workshops is tomorrow morning - 10am at the library.

This week we’re looking at navigating the internet.

Look forward to seeing you there!

You receive an email from a Prince from a far‑away country. He’s in exile and offshore accounts are frozen. 😢 He only needs a little help and will totally, definitely, absolutely pay you back... 🦹

What do you do? 🤔

a) Send him your bank account and PIN
b) Forward it to friends so everyone can help
c) Delete the email and learn how to spot scams at Online Safety in the Digital World at Taupō Library this Thursday, 7 May at 10am

🥳 Correct answer: c !

Join us for the first in our FREE digital workshops every Thursday throughout May.

Thanks to Age Concern Taupo, REAP Central Plateau and No Bull Technology

No scams, no judgement - just practical tips to protect yourself online. 🔒

11/05/2026

***SCAM ACADEMY*** The statistics are shocking. Scamming is more common and more sophisticated than you think. In conjunction with the ANZ Bank, Age Concern Taupō is bringing this free public seminar to Turangi to provide information to help keep ourselves safe from opportunists. No RSVP required.

10/05/2026

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 lucky draw!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 every participant goes into the lucky draw for petrol vouchers. How good?!

We’ve taken lots of booking for this course but we have room for a few more.

Book today by calling us on 07 378 9712 ex. 3

See you there!

Driving with Confidence: A FREE Refresher Course for Mature Drivers. 🎁 All participants go into a draw for petrol vouchers. Two prizes up for grabs!🎁 Morning tea and a light lunch included.
Bookings are essential. Phone Age Concern Taupō on 07 378 9712 extn 3 to book your spot now.

06/05/2026

We’re excited to be bringing you this series with Taupo Taupō District Council and REAP Central Plateau and No Bull Technology!!

Hope to see you there!!

You receive an email from a Prince from a far‑away country. He’s in exile and offshore accounts are frozen. 😢 He only needs a little help and will totally, definitely, absolutely pay you back... 🦹

What do you do? 🤔

a) Send him your bank account and PIN
b) Forward it to friends so everyone can help
c) Delete the email and learn how to spot scams at Online Safety in the Digital World at Taupō Library this Thursday, 7 May at 10am

🥳 Correct answer: c !

Join us for the first in our FREE digital workshops every Thursday throughout May.

Thanks to Age Concern Taupo, REAP Central Plateau and No Bull Technology

No scams, no judgement - just practical tips to protect yourself online. 🔒

29/04/2026

Join us to hear The Minister for Seniors, Hon Casey Costello discuss the government’s Better Later Life Action Plan.
There will be time for a coffee afterwards and a chance to chat with local service providers and organisations supporting older people.

All warmly welcome.

22/04/2026

Driving with Confidence: A FREE Refresher Course for Mature Drivers. 🎁 All participants go into a draw for petrol vouchers. Two prizes up for grabs!🎁 Morning tea and a light lunch included.
Bookings are essential. Phone Age Concern Taupō on 07 378 9712 extn 3 to book your spot now.

04/04/2026

With daylight saving finishing this weekend, after you've enjoyed your extra hour sleep its a great reminder to check that your smoke alarms are working as they should.

08/02/2026

Age Concern Taupō's annual Seniors' Expo is coming up. Showcasing a range of organisations, services, interests and opportunities available to older adults in our area. Our 2025 event is happening on Wednesday 19th March at the Great Lake Centre in Story Place from 9.30am to 1.30pm. Not to be missed, so save the date on your calendar now, spread the word and share this post..