As a voluntary organisation, Grey Power was founded in February 1986.Those involved in the early days were concerned at the imposition of the surcharge on New Zealand Superannuation.
Originally formed as the Auckland Superannuitants Association, Grey Power has since gone from strength to strength and today there are up to 65,000 financial members that belong to more than 76 Associations throughout the country. Grey Power New Plymouth is one of these Associations that make up the Grey Power Federation.
Grey Power, through the Federation is one of the very few organisations who have direct access to the Prime minister, Cabinet Ministers and in fact any members of Parliament. The Grey Power Board itself acts as an advocate on behalf of all the Associations (who represent our Members) when we approach the government.
The next general meeting for Grey Power NP Members will be held on:
Thursday 28th November 2025
at Barclay Hall, 158 Tukapa Street, New Plymouth
commencing at 1:30pm.
C.E.O Grey Power Electricity
All members are welcome to attend.
Visit to our last Meeting:
Gayle Chambers attended our General Meeting on the 28th of August and explained the workings of the Federation Board .Also the Advocacy work that has kept Gayle very busy this year. Gayle was available for members to talk with her and appreciated the time spent at our meeting.
On Thursday the 18th September there will be a Forum with Election candidates speaking. This meeting will be at St.James’ Church Lawry St. Moturoa at 1.30pm. The 2nd meeting is on the 25th of Sept. Same time and place as the previous one, with the last of candidates speaking and the 9 Mayoral candidates also. (The 2nd day was added to accommodate all candidates.
Thursday, 25th September 2025, 9.30 - 11.00am at the NP District Council Debating Chamber - Financial Awareness. Keeping yourself safe from being exploited, scammed... There is no need to register. Light refreshments available. Just a reminder: Parking is available across the road outside the YMCA for just $1.00 per hour. Sponsors: NP Positive Ageing, Age Concern Taranaki, Grey Power and, of course, the NP District Council
Grey Power Electricity offers to current members of the Grey Power organisation various services at very competitive rates. For more information on the available services to members please click here.
Do you have any issues with Health services?
Are you unhappy about the level of rates you have to pay?
Have you encountered any problem with Government Services?
We would like to help so please let us know your concerns
Go to the tab on the RH side of this page and............
Or complete our NP Grey Power 'Surgey Wait Times' SURVEY: CLICK HERE to download and print or phone our office with your answers to the survey. Thank you
Grey Power is an advocacy organisation promoting the welfare and well-being of all those citizens in the 50 plus age group.
Our mission is to be the appropriate voice for all New Zealanders.
