Grey Power Tauranga & WBOP

08/10/2026

We may not always agree with one another, and we certainly won't always agree with our politicians. But that is one of the great strengths of our democracy. We can have different opinions, we can challenge those in authority, and we can make our voices heard — without fear of intimidation or persecution.
The right to vote is precious. It is the way ordinary New Zealanders have a say in the direction our country takes. And as older New Zealanders, we have a lifetime of experience and knowledge that should never be underestimated..

Thanks to all those who helped on the day, attended, and asked some great questions of our Tauranga candidates for the general elections.

03/10/2026

Thanks to Sharyn and Sheryl for representing Grey Power Tauranga WBOP at the Young at Heart festival launch

03/10/2026

What a great day at the Young at Heart Launch. Grey Power was there to spread the word. Thanks, Sharyn and Sheryl for manning our stand.

28/09/2026

https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/wellbeing/83-000-new-zealanders-live-with-dementia-here-s-how-simple-design-changes-can-help

Despite growing awareness and gradual improvements in building retrofit programmes, most New Zealand homes aren’t designed for people with dementia.

24/09/2026

# # # 💙 WHY GREY POWER EXISTS

**Grey Power gives older New Zealanders a strong, independent voice.**

We speak up on issues that matter to older people — including **NZ Superannuation, the cost of living, healthcare, housing, rates, transport and community services.**

For **Tauranga WBOP Grey Power**, that means taking the concerns of our members directly to **local councils, MPs, government agencies and other decision-makers.**

When we speak together, **our voice is stronger than when we speak alone.**

Membership isn't just about receiving information or support. It's about **standing together to protect fairness, independence, dignity and quality of life for older New Zealanders.**

# # # **Numbers matter. Your voice matters.**

**Join Grey Power and help make sure older people are heard.**

> **“Grey Power isn't about being old. It's about having a voice, protecting what we've earned, and making sure New Zealand remains a good place to grow older.”**

💙 **Tauranga WBOP Grey Power**

Alex Zilionis - President, Grey Power Tauranga WBOP

19/09/2026

GREY POWER WILL BE THERE. Say hello to us when you visit this event.

Join us at The Atrium to celebrate the Young at Heart Festival Launch. We have a line up of services coming along to talk with you about what they provide, some fun activities to have a go, demonstrations of what's on offer for the festival week and music performances to enjoy! Lets celebrate the In...

15/09/2026

IMPORTANT - DIGI DROP-INS ARE COMING BACK INTO OUR LIBRARIES: USE IT OR LOSE IT!

We are delighted to share with you that Digi Drop-ins are coming back into our libraries! Tu Mai Digital will be running 2-hour digital drop-in sessions at Tauranga, Greerton and Pāpāmoa libraries starting on Monday 19th October. The sessions will offer basic digital learning and quick-fix solutions for digital devices, such as mobile phones, tablets and laptops.

The programme will be trialled for term 4, with a weekly timetable as follows:

Mondays – 9.30-11.30am Greerton Library
Mondays 1-3pm Tauranga Community Hub and Library (new location at 95 Willow Street)
Tuesdays – 1-3pm Pāpāmoa Library

Please feel free to share this information with your networks. Information is also available on our website Adult events- Tauranga City Libraries

07/09/2026

The Mount event was great. Tauranga is next.

07/09/2026

Thanks to the Candidates and the crowd who attended this Grey Power event.

01/09/2026

What has GP been up to?