As well, the process for transitioning to the Hop card would be retained until the end of the month. Gold card reprieveSeniors who have a SuperGold card but haven't switched to an AT Hop card will still get their free public transport in Auckland for a month after the official deadline of July 1. Last week, Kevin Rowntree, 76, received the letter from Auckland Transport intended for his mother, Iris, because he was her power of attorney. Auckland Transport says it has received other complaints about the issue and is urgently reviewing its database management. By Amelia WadeVideo will play in Play now Don't auto playNever auto playA woman who passed away eight years ago has been sent a letter telling her she needs an AT Hop card, upsetting her pensioner son.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 20, 2016 17:02 UTC