“For the Long Run” report urges a rethink on ageing population cost burden

08.10.2026

National Forum Chair Denise Cosgrove was interviewed on RNZ's ‘Nine To Noon’ programme on the release of the ‘For the Long Run’ report and key findings.

Denise spoke to Kathryn Ryan about how changes to housing, transport, healthcare and social services could enable older people to stay well, independent, connected and continue contributing to their whānau, communities and country in ways that matter to them.

You can listen to the report here: https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2019055055/new-report-urges-a-rethink-on-ageing-population-cost-burden

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