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December 2012

New Services for Dementia

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Meet the New Committee

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The Men’s Shed

Exciting New Era Begins Neville Male President This is my first Presidents Report to our membership so I want to cover a number of matters that will be of interest to you all.

First of all I don’t intend to dwell on what has happened in the past but want to assure you that my style as president will be one of a consensus approach and I have always preferred a team approach to get results. I am a person wheelchairs mobility scooters walkers/canes electric bed/hoists lift assist chairs bathroom solutions incontinence products daily living aids/products

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Older, Wiser...

who always takes a front foot positive stance on issues and intend to carry on this way.

It’s worked well for me in the past.

I am impressed by the calibre of our new executive committee and you can read about their backgrounds later in this magazine. With such a background of experience and knowledge that this executive group brings I feel very confident that we can collectively Newly elected president Neville Male intends to take NGP into a new era. make NGP more valuable to its community.

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Exciting New Era Begins Continued from page 1 As your new president I have six key objectives and long term vision and mission for NGP; 1. Ensure that with a good strong executive committee we will be a stronger voice regarding issues and concerns faced buy our members. Only then can we grow the membership.

2. Make sure we consult with the members more often so they have input to decision making.

3. Negotiate better discounts with our handbook suppliers. Times are tough and they will get tougher.

4. Promote and work with other older persons organizations in our area. I want to see a forum established that brings all these organizations together say twice a year to work together and become “one voice” on major issues affecting our older population.

5. Be more active in working in a positive way with our two local bodies and our MPs. This process has

already begun.

6. To see NGP become an organisation that, because of the pool of vast knowledge and experience within its membership, can help the community in a variety of ways.

I told those that attended the special general meeting that I want to see NGP become a much more valuable community organization that can harness its talents knowledge and experience for the good of the community at large.

It is an under-utilized resource that could add much value to the lives of many people in our community.

I also said at the SGM that I was working on a Strategic Plan for NGP and I will continue to do this and will bring this back to you all for input once the first draft is completed.

There have been 10 portfolios allocated to executive committee members to manage.

These portfolios of re-

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NB: Office Closes for Christmas Thurs 20 December 2012 & reopens Monday 14 January 2013

Disclaimer

Neither this association, nor any person associated with it, accepts any liability for the contents of this magazine which has been prepared in good faith and is believed to be correct.

The final say on any articles printed in this magazine is at the discretion of the Nelson Grey Power President who has over all editorial approval.

sponsibility are: Health and Welfare, Housing, Transport/Mobility, Energy, Local Bodies, Superannuation, Membership Recruitment, Communication/Media Relations, Discount Book and Legal/ Constitutional. You will see which executive member has been allocated what portfolio later in the magazine.

In the short time I have been president we have successfully arranged new deals with Air New Zealand, Jennian Homes, State Cinemas and many new suppliers for our new discount book. In these tough economic times I am determined to get better deals for our members.

Finally, if you have friends or family or are not currently members of Nelson Grey Power, then let them read this magazine.

A stronger membership means a stronger voice and this will benefit us all.

May you all enjoy the festive season ahead.

Grey Power Nelson

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

Membership Survey Neville Male President Now that there is a new executive managing the affairs of Nelson Grey Power Inc it is intended that a survey of our membership be carried out early next Year.

We would like to know the answers to some key questions regarding matters that are concerning you all the most.

These will relate to such matters as; a) What services and advice you would like to receive in future. b) What you think about any issues (local and national) affecting your welfare. c) What value are you getting from the Discount Book and how often do you use it. d) Any other matters

you would like us to know about.

To undertake this Membership Survey we need to get as many email addresses as possible so we are now asking that you email your email address to nelsongreypower@xtra.co.nz so that we can send out the Survey Questionnaire to you at the beginning of 2013.

You can be assured that your email address will be totally confidential to Nelson Grey Power Inc and will not be released to any other party.

If you do not have an email address can you please let us know so we can send the Survey Questionnaire to you by normal post.

Thanking you all for your co-operation in this important survey.

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Website Re-Activation We are in the process of reactivating and updating our website so that members can make better use of it.

In particular we will be looking at the following; - Payment of Annual Subscriptions being made by credit card and via internet banking.

- Using the website to provide all members with important information as it comes to hand.

- Having the website expanded to provide access to a wider range of services for our members.

There will be other improvements as well and our Web Master is presently preparing a report for consideration by your executive committee. We will report further early next year.

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Office News Kim Harding Admin Support Neville Male who has been elected as the Nelson Grey Power President has been working hard, getting up to speed with all things Grey Power and making sure that everything is running as efficiently as possible. We also now have a full committee, some but not all are new and they feature with their profile along with a photo elsewhere in the magazine.

Welcome to all new Nelson Grey Power members.

I hope you have been enjoying the benefits of the

discount book. I have Power discount but do not been extremely busy com- wish to be in the discount piling the new discount book so it pays to ask.

There will be book that will some new headbe available as members renew ings in the new book including from January. As Medical. Delivalways it is a very ery & Pick up time consuming and Disability task and some members of the Aids & Services.

On the back of new committee your memberhave been out ship card is a recruiting new Kim Harding advertisers for place for you this as well. We have lost to write a name and telsome advertisers but have ephone number in case also picked up some new of emergency. It is a good ones. We are very grateful idea to fill this in just in to the support given to us case. This is also called by these businesses. Some ICE and you can add ICE businesses will give a Grey to your cell phone con-

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tacts with the telephone number of who you would like called in an emergency.

Duty Free Discount DFS are offering Grey Power overseas travelers an online discount for duty free purchases, (other than Wellington).

Members that have used it have reported that there are good savings to be made. A commission is paid to Grey Power Federation for such purchases.

Much new and exciting is happening. In the meantime the NGP executive and staff wish you a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year.

OFFICE HOURS CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR The Office Closes for Christmas on Thursday 20 December 2012 Office reopens on Monday 14 January 2013

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Our youth need your help

At times there are young people in our community who need a place to live.

They may have made some bad choices and are going through the Youth Justice System. For various reasons they are unable to live with family/whanau for a while.

We are keen to meet people who care about youth and who are interested in offering accommodation and/or

care in the Nelson/Tasman area.

It takes all sorts of people to care for young people; you may be surprised that you’re just the kind of person that we are looking for!

Please contact Child, Youth and Family if you would like to know more. Phone (03) 989 4009 or 0508 FAMILY (0508-326-459) and ask for Sally Mottram. www.cyf.govt.nz

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Pay Early and Win with Air New Zealand Air New Zealand has agreed to introduce an exciting new travel offer for members of Nelson Grey Power. As part of our new relationship with them Air New Zealand’s Nelson travel office will also provide a travel

package for a prize draw in which the names of all members who renew their membership early before 31 March 2013 will be entered. Don’t miss out on this opportunity by renewing your membership by that date.

Community Monitoring Group Nelson Grey Power has been a submitter to the Commissioner considering Nelson City Councils Proposals to allow an increase in noise levels for various events throughout the city area. After discussions with the may-

or, Aldo Micio, a community monitoring group is being established by Nelson Grey Power to work with staff of Nelson City Council as the new management plans for noise controls are being implemented.

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Outgoing president Gordon Currie was farewelled on 23 October. Here are a few photos from the event.

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Judene Edgar and Ruby Aberhart Gordon Currie and Neville Male

Gordon Currie and new committee member George Truman

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Grey Power Nelson

Sinking lid for pokies?

Nelson City Council recently spent time and money inviting submissions on the Gaming Policy Review.

However in mid October this policy was withdrawn because of procedural issues.

The policy is likely to be readvertised for consultation in the New Year and Grey Power members should be aware of the implications of the proposed policy and look to get involved in the submission process.

The change to policy includes a sinking lid on the

number of pokie machines allowed in the City. This means that Council would not issue new consents for gaming venues or machines. Council quotes the “reason for introducing a sinking lid is to minimise the potential for problem gambling, by progressively reducing the opportunities for gambling on pokies in Nelson through attrition.”

Hospitality New Zealand branch members are against this proposed policy and would look for Grey Power Members support in fighting this due to the fol-

lowing facts: • Numbers of pokie machines are falling anyhow – why do we need a policy?

(In 2004 there were 328 machines, in 2007 301 machines and in 2010 there were 285. Today there are currently 239 machines in the area (but consents for 266).

• The Gaming review should also be delayed until Council reviews their Alcohol policy following potential changes to the Alcohol Reform Bill. The ARB is currently progressing through parliament.

Why not wait and review gaming policy for pokie machines - which are housed by licensed premises - at the same time in a few months? Doesn’t that make sense?

So why should Grey Power Members care? Some

little known facts on gaming first: 1. For every $100 put into a pokie machine: • $90 is returned to the players • $1.60 is allocated to cover venue expenses • $2.40 is used to cover the Trust’s admin costs • $2.25 goes to central government • $3.75 is returned to the community in the form of grants That said if the pokie machine is in a club the government lets the clubs keep this money! In 2005 this was quoted by a DIA report “where to the profits go?” as $42 million spent on their own operations and just $1.3 million allocated out!

2. Whilst 95% of New Zealanders gamble in some form or another, problem

Grey Power Nelson gambling equates to only 1-2% of the population (dependent on what stats you look at.) The vast majority of gaming machine players do so within their own means for e nt e r t ai n ment and enjoyment.

3. Figures from the Ministry of Health and Department of Internal Affairs demonstrate that there is no correlation to the number of gaming machines in a community to the number of problem gamblers.

4. The reduction in machine numbers does however reduce the pool of funds available for distribution into the community!

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News Hospitality New Zealand Nelson branch encourages Grey Power members to look out for submission forms in your local tavern in the New Year.

If you require further information in the interim please do not hesitate to contact either: Tony Crosbie – Gaming Advocate for Hospitality New Zealand Nelson Branch at the Star and Garter, Richmond Ron Taylor – Branch President for Hospitality New Zealand Nelson Branch based at Little Rock Jeanette Swift, Regional Manager based in Richmond on 0800 500 503

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How about a voucher for a GREY POWER MEMBERSHIP FOR CHRISTMAS? Come into the Grey Power Office and purchase a 2013 membership as a present We will issue a Voucher wishing the new member a Merry Christmas, letting them know who has given them this gift and advise that their 2013 Grey Power membership card will be posted out to them the first week in January 2013

Remember all new members names go into a draw for a fantastic prize!

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Housing for the Retired George Truman Energy Spokesman Many of my contemporaries find they can manage on National Superannuation provided they are rent free or mortgage free by the time they reach 65 years. How is society to reach this goal for the great majority? The key is a smaller home on a smaller section. We now live in a well-designed two bedroom unit of only 105 square metres (1100sq. ft.) including the built in garage and find it adequate.

The garage/laundry is carpeted with a floor covering that can withstand a

wet car. We use this extra room for visiting with grandchildren.

I would plea for the two councils to allow more developments like Waimea Village (without its problems) and permit a more flexible approach to minimum front yards, less expensive roading and fencing with useful common areas and long vistas.

This would mean smaller individual titles that still qualify for rate rebate.

On reaching retirement folk could downsize to such opportunities and live mortgage free for the rest of their lives.

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New services in Dementia care Previously held conceptions around dementia are fast being replaced with a whole new understanding as people diagnosed with dementia are living engaging and healthy lives in many cases.

There have been important medical advances in diagnosis, treatments and attitudes of care and these new innovations are easily accessible.

A number of new services available for people with dementia and for their families, supporters and carers include an 0800 Dementia Help Line which was recently launched and is monitored from 8am – 8pm 7 days per week by

Specialist BUPA Demen- have moved from their tia Care Nurses. Access favourite chair and not reto this Help Line is free of turned, or have wandered charge and the number is outdoors you can contact your local BUPA alarm 0800 336 368.

To assist people living at Health Field Officer. Medhome with dementia there ical conditions including epilepsy have been or a higher significant risk of falls i mprove m e n t s can benefit from sento medical alarm Free Help Line sors that detect a technology that will 0800 336 368 fall. greatly enhance the quality And possibly one of the of life for patients and all greatest innovations is of those people around the numerous choice of them that matter and care. response options that are For advice on a range of now available to suit indialarm sensors that can tell vidual needs. whether someone is still Of course not all people disafe in bed, whether they agnosed with dementia can

continue to function safely in a home environment so then another range of options become available through residential care.

Specialised Dementia Care services provide a safe and caring environment and work closely with the medical alarm field officer to enable as smooth a transition as possible for the individual.

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Parking Pass

An annual senior parking pass, costing $20 per year, allows the holder of the pass to park in the Nelson Central Business District free for one hour per day.

The $20 annual fee will be price adjusted every two years in line with the consumer price index.

1. Should you wish to stay for longer than the allowed one hour, you must purchase a parking permit to cover the remaining period.

2. All areas controlled by a meter or pay and display machine also have a time

restriction of either two hours or three hours; you can’t exceed this. Please check the machine for the time restriction. NB: Wakatu Square is three hour maximum time limit parking, apart from the single bay meters around the edges of the square; these have a time restriction of one hour.

3. It cannot be used in the following areas: P5s, P10s, P30s etc. loading zones or Trafalgar Street 4. Should you not comply with the above you may receive a parking ticket.

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Please note that the parking spaces in the areas below are not included in the Senior Parking Pass scheme: • Fashion Island carparks are private property and not part of the Council’s parking network. Parking fees are required in Fashion Island; this area is enforced by a private company on behalf of the property owner.

• Nelson Airport Pay and Display parking.

• Parking spaces marked as P5s, P10s, P30s, loading zones or Trafalgar Street.

A Senior Parking Pass cannot be used in conjunction with a mobility parking permit, as there are no concessions in any area that have a time restriction of P120 or P180.

To qualify you must be a Nelson City Council resident, be 65 years of age or over and have a valid

driver’s licence. The permit is vehicle specific.

An application form can be obtained and completed at the Customer Service counter; a permit will then be issued.

Please remember to bring the following with you: Proof you are a Nelson City resident (a rates, phone or power bill will do).

1. Proof you are 65 years of age or older.

2. Proof of a valid drivers licence.

3. Details of your vehicle’s make, colour and registration.

While this allows seniors access to the CBD for an hour a day without further costs please note that vehicles parked in excess of this will receive an infringement notice.

For more information see www.nelsoncitycouncil. co.nz

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Introducing the

NELSON GREY POWER COMMITTEE MEMBERS Neville Male – President I live in Stoke with my wife Patricia who is also a Grey Power member.

We have both been active members for six years.

I have lived in Nelson for the past 28 years and have been involved in the following business enterprises; • CEO NZ Marinefoods (New Zealand’s first Green Mussel Farming Cooperative) • General Manager, Bubbling Springs Salmon Farm Ltd • Marketing Manager, Southern Ocean Seafood’s (now NZ King Salmon Company) • Managing Director, First In Foods Coy Ltd • Regional Manager, Meter Services Ltd ( NCC Water Meter installation) • CEO, Sport Tasman

Prior to my coming to Nelson I held the following positions; • Secretary, Tongariro National Park Board • New Zealand High Commission, London (Immigration Division) • Parliamentary Private Secretary to Hon Duncan MacIntyre, Matiu Rata, Arthur Faulkner and Venn Young.

• Assistant Director, Fisheries Management Division Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries I have had Board Governance with a number organizations.

I have been a Volunteer for many events and was the Trafalgar Park Manager for nine Super Rugby Crusader games in Nelson and also the Spectator Services Manager for Rugby World Cup in Nelson.

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Introducing the

NELSON GREY POWER COMMITTEE MEMBERS Eric Davy - Vice President He carries the portfolio of Transport and Mobility.

He spent 42 years in enforcement specialising in road policing.

He is also currently a Nelson City Councillor actively trying to keep your rates at a realistic level.

Kevin Gardener - Housing Nelsonian by birth I live in Atawhai.

I have been in the motor industry all my working life.

25+ year member of the vintage vehicle movement. Been involved in motorsport as a competitor, administrator and still an enthusiast.

Instigator of successful petition to have council poll rate payers over proposed separate council ward for Maori.

George Truman - Energy Born in Hokitika. Attended Nelson College as Boarder. Returned to Nelson in 1968 with wife Jill and three sons.

Spent working life as an Accountant.

Interests include intellectual disability issues, Walking and tramping, Annesbrook Church, and leading a writing group.

Wrote articles in Stoke-it-up, a community newsletter.

Pat Carrick - Treasurer/Secretary 25 years Accounting and Office Managerial Positions. Moved to Nelson 1998.

Two years as Financial Controller Nelson Grey Power NZ Rep Womens Cricket 1969-1980.

Canterbury and Northland Rep Netball/ Basketball and Cricket.

NZ Womens Cricket Umpire – 1st class status.

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As well as prescriptions we have one of Nelson’s largest range of cosmetics, perfumes and accesories and a strong collection of natural remedies.

Plus we will deliver to your home,* all you have to do is call. That includes prescriptions. For same day delivery simply ask your doctor to fax perscription to us on 543 9037 before 4.30pm.

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NELSON GREY POWER COMMITTEE MEMBERS Pam Coltman - Legal/Constitutional and Local Bodies (TDC) 30 years in legal offices as a Registered Legal Executive.

Keen to get involved with Grey Power and its members. Now that her grandchildren are growing up she has more time on her hands to do this and is looking forward to a bright future.

Errol Millar - Local Bodies (NCC) Born Pahiatua 1946. Married with family.

NZ Post Office 26 years Postmaster Richmond until PO disestablished.

10 years Security Industry. Active Cricket Umpire 30 years and ex rugby referee. Clock/scoreboard operator Trafalgar Park 20 years.

Local Body (NCC) sub-committee.

Interested in trout fishing and sport.

Pauline Daly - Membership Emigrated in 1956 from England.

Attended Nelson College for Girls. Enjoyed netball, basketball, tennis and marching.

Married and had two daughters.

Worked Sealord at Pay Office for 20 years.

Grey Power paid office work three years.

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Win Cozens - Membership Born in England, came to NZ at six months old.

Outdoor Bowls – won medals, President Nelson/Marlborough/Westport for one year.

President of Tahuna Club. Also Secretary for 10 years.

Currently volunteer St Vincent De Paul and Grey Power office.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS The following notice appeared in the September 2012 National Grey Power 50+ Magazine: “Through the Grey Power Modernisation Plan the Grey Power NZ Federation Board is updating its communication plan to include a central email system to enable more rapid communication with Grey Power members. If you would like to receive communications via your email please send your email address to the Grey Power Federation Office: fed-office@xtra.co.nz”.

Nelson Grey Power wishes eration office. to make you aware that it As a part of your memis the Associations who bership registration we confidenare affilitially record ated to the federation, “It is the As- your prinot the indi- sociations who vate inforvidual memmation i.e. are affiliated to name, adbers, and we will not ac- the Federation, dress, phone nu mb e r cept any linot the individand email ability whatsoever for ual members” address (if provided) so the content, that we can: opinions, advice or information any 1) Forward our newsletter members may receive di- 2) Distribute occasionrect from the federation ally items of specific interoffice, in disclosing their est and/or seek members email address to the fed- opinions

3) Give notice of special meetings 4) Give reminders of overdue subscriptions We also record your year of birth (if provided) for local statistical purposes only. We forward your name and address to the federation office for the sole purpose of enabling them to mail to you the Federation’s quarterly magazine only.

We do however want you to send you email address to NGP so that we can communicate with you about important matters more effectively.

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MEET THE VOLUNTEER

Murray Fisher Kim Harding Admin Support Murray has been volunteering in the Grey Power office for nearly 20 years. Murray has worked shifts over this time on every day of the week except Friday on a fortnightly basis.

He started as a volunteer after a political meeting before the 1993 election. The office was where the current Stoke community link for seniors is in the Stoke Central Mall which was being built at the time.

The office was moved to the back of the H & J’s building where it was for six or seven years until it was moved to its

current location.

Southland is where Murray originated from but started his working life in Canterbury where he worked on a farm.

He went back to Southland and worked as a shearer. His mate was going to Nelson for a holiday so Murray decided to go with him. There he met who would be his wife and married in Motueka. A hop garden in Riwaka kept him busy until he moved to Richmond. After an 18 year stint at the old freezing works he left when he turned 60 to receive superannuation. Murray has two daughters that live locally and a son in Auckland.

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Local Body Report Errol Millar Local Bodies (NCC) With the election of a new executive, I have retained the responsibility for Local Bodies specifically assigned to the Nelson City Council. New executive member Pam Coltman has offered to look after local body matters relating to the Tasman District Council.

Both mayors have taken umbrage with Nelson MP Nick Smith over his claim that the Nelson City Council rates have increased on average 13% per annum over the ten year period 2001-2011

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with the TDC close behind on 12% p.a. stating these figures are wrong!

Although the mayors are contesting this claim Malcolm Alexander CEO of Local Government NZ has agreed with Nick and Statistics NZ who compiled the figures.

Nelson rates increased from $17.2 million in 2001 to $51.1 million in 2011 a 197% increase with TDC increasing from 18.5% in 2001 to $52.6 million in 2011, an increase of 184%. Could we say the rates have actually increased by 19.7% and 18.4% per annum on these figures?

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The use of water, average, “General rate increase only” (TDC’s favourite) can distort figures but fact can’t. Interestingly my rates were $646.5 in 1998-99 which included a water charge of $172.15.

For 2012-13 my rates are $1,636.70 without water which is an additional $500 p.a.

The changes to the Local Government Act were meant to introduce some measure of control over councils but the amendments to the Act have been so watered down we will probably see little change in the amount rates are increasing, a pity as Nick Smith was signalling much tighter control of councils revenue, borrowing etc when he was minister. councils must review their responsibilities and return to core ser-

vices. Too much money is being spent on non core items and the monthly schedule of council payments confirms this. As times get even tougher council needs to be more prudent with spending and only essential services should be funded.

This will in turn help to curtail rate increase in the future.

Under the leadership of our new president, Neville Male, we intend to be much more pro-active with our councils and offer our positive support for initiatives that will ensure that Nelson is an affordable place for our members to live in.

Should you require any assistance in dealing with Local Body matters, please contact the Grey Power office and Pam or myself will assist wherever possible.

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Transport Report Eric Davy Transport & Mobility This is my first article since the reshuffle of the Nelson Greypower executive. I wish to catch up on some of the changes that have occurred in relation to the Road Rules in New Zealand. You are all aware of the actual changes to the rules in relation to Give Way so I will only say 1. When turning right give way to all other traffic that is not turning or turning left. 2. When approaching a T intersection the traffic turning off the straight through road has right of way over traffic exiting the ending road.

As a result of these law changes a number of intersection marking changes were made. This is to make the rules easier and give way priorities clearer

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to understand and be logical. These changes with which I was involved with the councils have resulted in less confusion and better traffic movements to ensure a smooth transition from the old rules to the new. In my view the elder drivers in New Zealand has less trouble with these changes because you were reverting back to the rules in place when you sat your drivers licence and when I first started driver licence testing.

At the moment many of the major roads in Nelson are undergoing resealing of the surface and this will also involve some changes to the markings when they are replaced. Make sure you look well ahead when on these resealed roads so as you have early warning of a change that may affect you.

I am starting to consider

the future of what is needed for the users of mobility scooters and because of this I will be asking for a survey to be conducted ascertaining how many members have mobility scooters, where they go, where they would like to go etc. I am interested in finding out if we should have recharging stations in the Nelson CBD and near the Richmond Mall.

Would these be of benefit etc. Would a vehicle like a bus that could take 20 mobility scooters and be used to go around the retirement villages and drop people of a Nelson and Richmond in the morning and pick them up again in the afternoon returning them to their villages?

I have been advised that

some users of mobility scooters are using them on the roadway with normal traffic. This must not happen. Mobility scooters must only be used on the footpaths at a safe speed.

To use these on the road with other traffic is dangerous in that you cannot be seen because you are so low, also I have been told that one gentleman has been seen in Richmond not only driving on the road but on the wrong side of the road. These are a great aid to the infirm but must be used with care.

Well that is enough for you to ponder at this time and I will look at expanding this subject further in the future. Safe and happy travelling.

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Power Retailers must advise you George Truman Energy Spokesman Once a year, usually in the Spring, by way of a footnote on your account, power retailers must advise you of your annual subscription. If this is less than 8000 units I suggest you phone your retailer and ask to switch to the Low User Scheme (if you haven’t

already done so). This will reduce future daily meter charges while increasing the cost of each unit, but still to your advantage. Overall the savings evaporate at the 8000-unit mark, and it will be more expensive if you use more power than that during a 12 month period. In some colder areas of New Zealand, the figure is 9500.

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Alan Kissell Coordinator Men’s Shed Waimea The Men’s Shed Movement is rapidly gaining momentum around the globe. Australia has over 800 sheds with 90,000 members and a new shed is opening every day. Ireland has over 70 sheds. NZ currently has approximatley 45 registered sheds with a lot more in various stages of setting up. Nelson/Marlborough region has sheds set up in Picton, Kaikoura, Blenheim, Renwick, Richmond, Tapawera and Motueka.

Havelock has a committee and is working towards one.

Men’s Sheds bring men together in one space to share their skills, mentor young men, have a laugh and work on community and individual projects.

The modern Men’s Shed is an updated version of the backyard shed that has long been a part of our DIY kiwi culture. If you looked inside one you might see blokes

restoring furniture, fixing bicycles for local schools, making community projects, fixing lawn mowers or enjoying a cuppa.

Women network better than men. Most men need to be in a working environment before they willingly discuss medical and personal problems that can affect their lives and their families. Most men go to a shed with the support and blessing of their wife or partners.

Sheds are lifesavers. Every community should have one to address issues of significant change, retirement or loss of job (men who aren’t in work are often in trouble not because they don’t have money but rather they have lost their identity.) Health, as men tend to avoid going to doctors until it is too late.

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partner is home. He is used to morning tea at 10am, lunch at 12 noon, and afternoon tea at 3pm whereas she fits eating and drinking around her chores.

Men’s Shed Waimea was opened in September 2011.

Following a public meeting in 2009 we set up a steering committee that spent two years checking out buildings, sections and sheds as well as organizing fundraising and applying for grants.

On 1 August 2011 we purchased a Kennel Club building located at Richmond Park and we leased land from Harness Racing Club.

We had 40 members at our opening and one year later we have 100.

Our running costs are approximatley $10,000 p.a. and we raise this by providing members to Bunning’s, taking DIY classes, as well as tutoring at Nayland College Night Classes. Members make projects which we sell and we have garage

sales and undertake community projects.

Our fees are $25 per person p.a. and we open 9am to 4pm Tuesday to Saturday.

We have a supervisor on duty all the time and their role is to meet and greet, advise, help and assist men with their projects and ensure the workshop operates safely.

The majority of our tools and machinery have been donated.

We have classes for intellectually handicapped men as well as for Home School boys and girls and are also keen for older members to mentor young men. We are about to build an engineering shed where we will teach welding and light engineering.

We are hosting the National Conference for Menz Shed Aotearoa on February 15 to 17 2013 at Richmond Park.

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Did you know?

You can fill in your 2013 Census forms online

The next census will be held on Tuesday, 5 March 2013 The 2013 Census can be completed online or on paper forms, in English or MÄ ori.

Statistics NZ’s collectors will deliver Internet Access Codes and paper forms to households between 16 February and 5 March 2013. They will ask about the number of people expected to be in the household on census night in order to provide the right number of individual forms, plus a dwelling form.

If everyone in the

household completes their forms online, the collector may not need to call back. Collectors will pick up completed paper forms between 6 March and 17 March 2013.

The next census will be the first one held in seven years, which makes the information we collect more important than ever.

Information sourced from Statistics New Zealand

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Extra help for the 65+ You may be able to get help with housing or living costs, such as: essential house repairs, rent, board or mortgage payments; rates and rates rebates, overdue power account, buying household appliances and furniture.

If you’re struggling to support yourself or your family, please contact us.

We can often help.

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Living alone Payment - An ongoing extra pay-

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You may also get this payment in some situations, when you have a spouse or partner, or are not living on your own.

House Modification Funding.

Funding for changes to your home because you or your child is disabled.

Community Services Card A card that can help you and your family with the costs of health care.

You’ll pay less on some health services and prescriptions.

Disability Allowance An allowance that helps with regular, ongoing costs because of a disability, such as visits to the doctor or hospital, medicines, extra clothing or travel.

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Contact us Everyone’s situation is different. We’re here to help if you need it.

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Wed 16 Jan – Woollaston Estates & BBQ lunch - $30 (incl Woollaston entry, guided tour and BBQ lunch) After a morning tea stop in the country we’ll continue out to the impressive Woollaston Estate for a guided winery tour. The tour also takes us into the fantastic gallery and cellar door where wine tasting is available at an additional cost. While at Woollaston’s Christine and I will don our pinnies and cook a simple BBQ lunch for us all. Please let us know if you’re a vegetarian. If you don’t like saussies and salad please bring your own lunch.

Wed 13 Feb – Historic Marlborough - $40 (incl train and entry into the museum) On this trip we head out to the centre of Blenheim where we’ll board the narrow gauge Price Locomotive and wind our way through town and along the Taylor River. This short train trip drops us at Brayshaw Heritage Park where we’ll have a good look around the Marlborough Museum’s exhibits, the antique machinery, the classic cars and Beavertown, a replica of early Blenheim. Bring or buy your own lunch.

Wed 13 Mar – Anakiwa Boat Cruise - $50 (incl boat tour & tea/coffee on

board) After having such a great time last time we’ve decided to do this once again. Having driven out through Havelock and along the picturesque Queen Charlotte Drive we’ll turn off to Anakiwa, home of Outward Bound.

Once there we’ll board our large Beachcomber launch and cruise through the inner Queen Charlotte Sounds learning about the history of the area, enjoying the sights and feeding the fat blue cod. Once back on dry land in Picton you can grab lunch there or eat your own on the esplanade before a lazy coach ride back to Nelson.

Tue 16 Apr - Ngarua Caves - $40 (incl guided cave visit and morning tea) After a brisk start today we’ll head directly to the Ngarua Caves at the top of the Takaka Hill where morning tea of tea / coffee and cake will await us. The staff will then take us on an easy guided tour of the most accessible parts of the cave system, past the moa remains and stalactites in the Marble Mountain.

We’ll then retrace our steps back out so that we don’t have to climb the ladder to exit. Lunch will be a findyour-own back in Motueka and will be a bit later than usual so please be aware of this if you have specific meal time requirements.

TOurS Please contact us for more information on the following tours; Christmas Tour, Ellerslie International Flower Show Tour and South Island Tour.

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60 years of tracking haircut prices in the CPI

Haircuts have been included in the New Zealand consumer’s price index (CPI) basket of goods and services since 1949.

Sixty years ago, in the December 1951 quarter, a women’s haircut would have set you back about 3 shillings in Auckland or Wellington. That’s roughly $8 in today’s terms, after allowing for general CPI inflation from the December 1951 quarter to the December 2011 quarter. A men’s haircut, on the other hand, would have cost about 2 shillings in 1951 or $6 in today’s terms.

In the December 2011 quarter, the sampled prices for a men’s wet cut ranged from about $18 to $86, with a mean price of about $38. By comparison, the sampled prices

for a women’s haircut ranged from about $35 to $118, with a mean price of about $63 Other interesting facts; • Seventy percent of women who were married in 1950 were teenage girls (under 20 years), compared with just 2.7 percent in 2010.

• In 1903 there were about four sheep for every human compared with 2008, when there were nine sheep for every human.

• Population clock as at 31 July 2012 = 4,434,142 • For the year to June 2012, grocery food prices decreased 0.6 percent.

Cheaper prices were recorded for cakes, biscuits and bread Food price Index: June 2012.

Information sourced from Statistics New Zealand

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