Forget caravan envy, give CAMPING a go

By |2022-10-06T12:47:36+11:00September 23rd, 2022|Culture, Education, Wellness|

You don’t need a caravan to enjoy short-stay escapes on your own, with your partner or with friends. Check out what’s on offer within a one to three hour driving radius for maximum enjoyment and minimal driving time. Sand between your toes on beaches, a mountaintop with views that go on forever, villages with

Spring Planting Guide: What to do in your garden from August to October

By |2022-09-08T11:19:10+10:00September 8th, 2022|Culture, Education, Wellness|

Spring is the perfect time for setting up herb gardens, planting out pots of colour, and preparing the soil ready for flower beds and hanging baskets. Daisies, marigolds, dahlias, lavender, geraniums and petunias celebrate summer and suit well-drained soil with good morning sun. Chives, dill, parsley, sage, oregano, thyme and mint will reward you

Great Ocean Road Self-drive Itinerary

By |2022-08-11T08:34:01+10:00August 22nd, 2022|Education, Wellness|

The Great Ocean Road is a picturesque example of human engineering. It was conceived as a bold plan to connect isolated townships along the rugged south-western coast of Victoria, which until its much celebrated opening in 1932, had only been accessible by rough bush track or by sea. It’s now both

How over 50s can use technology and the internet for more convenient, enjoyable lives

By |2022-08-03T13:27:34+10:00August 3rd, 2022|Culture, Education, Wellness|

Older Australians are not only using tech for safety, mobility, assisted living or to keep in touch with the grandkids. They’re embracing a breadth of digital hardware, software and services. From entertainment and social media to convenience services and safety devices, here are a few of the ways to use digital technologies and

Seniors learning (and embracing) digital technology

By |2022-07-22T12:29:49+10:00July 22nd, 2022|Culture, Education, Wellness|

Digital technology and social media has landed firmly in our lives and homes. While popular culture would have us believe it’s all politicians on Twitter, tweens on TikTok and our middle-aged children on apps and email, the adoption of digital technologies by people over 50 has been steadily increasing. Since the beginning of

Why eating warm, cooked food is good for our bodies

By |2022-08-05T17:15:03+10:00July 20th, 2022|Education, Wellness|

Warm and cooked food is naturally more appealing to our appetites when the cold weather closes in. But this might be more than just a desire for comfort. Thousands of years of ancient wisdom tells us we should work in harmony with nature and the seasons, and consume warm food and drinks on cold

Staying on top of your financial wellness in retirement

By |2022-07-04T08:20:23+10:00June 22nd, 2022|Education, Lifestyle, Wellness|

Money is not always the easiest topic to talk about. But as you move from potentially having a regular paycheck from work and transition into retirement, it’s more important than ever. By understanding your finances, you can ensure you’re making the right decisions to live within your means and feel in control for many

Looking after your mental health as you get older

By |2022-07-22T12:14:06+10:00June 12th, 2022|Education, Lifestyle, Wellness|

It’s sometimes fairly easy to tell when your physical health is off in some way shape or form, but poor mental health can be trickier to recognise and diagnose. While depression is common in Australians of all ages, over 50s and older people are more likely to experience contributing factors such as illness and

How to keep your brain firing and healthy as you age

By |2022-07-04T08:19:50+10:00June 1st, 2022|Education, Lifestyle, Wellness|

For many people, having a career or a regular job to go to provides an endless source of intellectual stimulation. But as you age and you cut down on work or retire altogether, finding ways to challenge your mind and keep the brain active can become more difficult. But just like the rest of

Thinking of downsizing?

By |2022-02-11T13:39:34+11:00November 8th, 2021|Education, Finance|

There was good news for you in the 2021 budget! If you’ve been thinking about downsizing and potentially moving to an over 50s living community, then there was good news in the most recent federal budget. With such high market demand for homes throughout Australia and consistently low stock levels available, prices continue

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