MEDIA RELEASE

Best Kept Secret In Town

"Yesterday was a red letter day in NZ history, with the introduction of free, regional transport for NZ Superannuitants on off-peak public transport, such as trains, buses and ferries, an event that was largely ignored by mainstream media, but one that Grey Power is excited about," said Violet McCowatt, Social Services and Publicity Officer for Grey Power.

"Grey Power have fielded hundreds of enquiries which indicates to us that there is much confusion and misinformation surrounding this scheme. Accordingly, Grey Power would urge people to contact their Regional Councils to ascertain the facts pertaining to their area. People also need to be aware that this scheme does not apply to the InterIslander ferries or InterCity coaches."

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