Links

Wellington City Council Rates Rebates: https://wellington.govt.nz/property-rates-and-building/rates/rates-rebates

Information on eligibility, how to apply, and links to the government's rates rebate calculator and application form.

Who is eligible to get a rates rebate (NZ Government): https://www.govt.nz/browse/housing-and-property/getting-help-with-housing/getting-a-rates-rebate/eligibility/

Detailed eligibility criteria, including information for SuperGold cardholders and income thresholds.

How to apply for New Zealand Superannuation (MSD)

https://check.msd.govt.nz/services/you-might-qualify/new-zealand-superannuation

Information on eligibility, how to apply online, and contact details for Work and Income.

NZ Superannuation in a Nutshell (MoneyHub NZ) https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/new-zealand-superannuation.html

A comprehensive guide covering entitlements, application process, and how overseas pensions affect eligibility.

SuperGold card: https://www.ageconcern.org.nz/Public/Public/Info/Money_and_Legal/Gold_card.aspx

Explains what the card offers (discounts, free off-peak public transport), how to get it, and how to use the app.

Senior Discounts Complete Guide (Metlifecare): https://www.metlifecare.co.nz/news/senior-discounts-in-new-zealand

A comprehensive list of various discounts available with the SuperGold Card, including food, health, entertainment, and travel.

Dementia Wellington:

https://dementia.nz/wellington/

Offers information, learning opportunities, and specialised support to people with dementia, their families/whānau, and support workers in the wider Wellington area.

Strathmore Park Community Centres:

https://www.strathmorepark.nz/

These centers offer activities like community dinners, JP services, cultural workshops, exercise classes for older adults, and creative groups. They also host a food pantry.

Kilbirnie-Lyall Bay Community Centre:

https://www.klbcc.org.nz/

This centre provides a drop-in space with free tea and coffee, a "Steady as You Go" exercise class, weekly community movies, sing-alongs, and bingo. Free legal advice and JP services are also available.

Miramar and Maupuia Community Centre:

https://www.mmcc.org.nz/

This centre hosts fitness classes, arts and crafts, music, a community garden, and a "Kai Basket" for food support. They also offer one-on-one computer lessons and community events.

Newtown Community Centre:

https://www.newtowncommunity.org.nz/

This hub offers concerts, exercise, language classes, and hosts Smart Newtown (a computer hub), Wellington Timebank, Newtown Tool Library, and "Kai in the community" (including a free community fridge and low-cost meals). Free legal advice and JP services are provided.

Vogelmorn Precinct:

https://www.vogelmorn.nz/ 

This multi-functional space, based in a former bowling club, hosts concerts, theatre rehearsals, and educational programs. It includes a café, co-working spaces, and a large hall for events.