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Editor’s note

his is a significant edition for me – it’s my last. Having been in the hot seat since Your Time was launched in April 2015, it has been quite a ride, a wonderful ride, but the time has come to hand over the reins. As someone who never had any great aspiration to retire, I have surprised even myself and while there is of course a degree of sadness and nostalgia, I am looking forward to putting down the pen and turning off the computer to get on with life while I am still fit and able. The time feels right for me to join readers in the ranks of the retired. Having said that, I can’t imagine I will ever really stop and already have my sights on writing the book I have been talking about for years. (Watch

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this space. You’ll be first to know if it ever actually happens). I’ve already booked a one-way ticket to Vienna to tick off a few boxes on my YOLO (You Only Live Once) list. Following my nose through Central Europe and the Baltics has been one of many wish-list projects put on hold by being desk bound. As Charlie Griffiths suggests in Flipside this month, fulfilment is achieved by living a free life with a positive attitude and worthwhile goals. I declared 2024 the year for being bold and Charlie’s list of optimism, curiosity, daring, courage, enthusiasm, joy, gratitude, inspiration, and empowerment fits well with that. It will be a bit strange not having a deadline after nigh on 50 years as a journalist, but I’m sure I will cope. And so, dear readers, I would like to thank you for all the kind messages you have sent over the years and for your support, encouragement and enthusiasm for a product designed just for our generation. While it is the end of my era, it is just the beginning for our new editor. Over to you Shirley Sinclair. air. Dorothy Whittington Editor

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COVER STORY

AGES AND STAGES

HISTORY

MUSINGS WITH GARRY

WELLBEING

FLIPSIDE

BRAIN MATTERS

MOTORING

ACTIVE LIVING

HOME CARE FEATURE

TECHNOLOGY

WILLS AND ESTATES

HEALTH

BOOK REVIEW

WHAT’S ON

RETIREMENT LIVING

COMMUNITY NEWS

TRAVEL

TRIVIA QUIZ

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COVER STORY

Swipe right for love Divorce or death of a partner is leaving growing numbers of lonely hearts looking for a new life partner, but for over 55s, opportunities for a chance meeting are limited. CARROL BAKER investigates the promises and pitfalls of online dating.

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few months, with mixed results. “I’d always go on coffee dates and was getting a bit sick of drinking coffee, but I wanted to give it a go,” she says. A few months later, Colleen met Peter and they began a long-distance relationship. “I love his sense of humour,” she says. They’ve been blissfully happy for the past 16 years. The grey divorce trend is rising in Australia, with 2023 data by Australian Seniors showing 32 per cent of divorces occurring after the age of 50. While some choose not to re-partner, many hope there might be a special

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olleen, 67, sat for 30 minutes waiting for Ken, her online date, to arrive. Thinking he was a no-show, she headed back to her car only to be chased by a bloke in bordies and thongs, huffing and puffing, “are you Colleen?” Against her better judgement she stayed for a coffee. He hung back while she paid. Unimpressed when he asked her for a second date, she eyeballed him and said: “If there’s no spark, the car won’t start and this car ain’t going nowhere.” Collen says she smiled all the way home. “I thought, I deserve better than that,” she says, She had been dating online for a

relationships, the longest lasting two years. He’s just met someone and although it’s early days, he’s hopeful. “I’d still like to believe there is someone out there for all of us,” he says. Harry stresses the importance of meeting face to face early on. “You can text and chat all you like, but it’s not until you meet that you know what that person is going to be like,” he says. Debbie adds that if you are dating online, it’s important to look beyond the photo. “Photos are too dimensional. Most of us are making snap decisions on a photo and set criteria, so you run the risk of missing out on someone who could be just right for you,” she says. Being real about who you are is also important. One thing that surprised Harry was that more than a third of the women he met admitted lying about their age on their dating profile. “Sometimes it was by 10 years or more,” he says. When you are dating online, it’s important to be yourself. Andrew, 66, was puzzled to see the woman he’d been chatting with had a full sleeve of tattoos and a large neck tattoo. “I don’t mind a small tattoo, but I looked back at the photos. She was wearing long sleeves and the camera was angled so you couldn’t see her neck,” he says. “Why not be yourself?” Honesty really is key. According to Debbie, it’s the single biggest reason people don’t get a second date. But, she adds, you can also be too honest – and overshare. “We need to date like we did when we

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COVER STORY were younger, enjoy yourself, keep it light,” she says. “Don’t go on a first date and lay it all out there – here is my baggage, are you going to accept me warts and all?” Go into dating with a spirit of adventure. While you are busy swiping left and right, looking for the right guy or girl, there’s an unexpected bonus. Online dating is an opportunity to expand your social circle. Jenny, 62, divorced after a 20-year marriage ended in a very cliched way – her husband ran off with a much younger woman. She tried online dating and has now met a few good friends. “We catch up for coffee or a movie and have a bit of fun sharing our stories about who we’ve met online,” she says. Before trying online dating, Relationships Australia Queensland regional manager Helen Poynten suggests doing some soul searching to figure out what you want. “You need to be clear to be kind to both yourself, and potential partners,” she says. “Some might want a life partner, others might just want someone to travel with.” Helen adds it’s also important to be realistic in the search for love. “Theres no magic algorithm, it’s dating, let’s be real,” she says. “We have to meet and see and connect to discover over time if our values and hopes align.” When Colleen decided to try online dating, she showed her mate Fiona the profile photo she’d selected. She was holding up a fish with her son while squinting into the sunlight. Fiona raided Colleen’s wardrobe and they did a mini photo shoot, which turned out to be a fun night. With a more recent photo in which she was well presented, Colleen got a lot more “likes”. As well as a recent photo, if you’re thinking of dating online pay careful

attention to what you write in your profile. It turns out most profiles actually appeal to the same sex. Not sure how your profile sounds? “Get someone of the opposite sex to read it,” Debbie says. There are always going to be deal breakers. A person who says they’re active turns out to be a couch potato, charmers with a string of broken hearts in their wake. Harry’s deal breaker, cuts to the heart of the matter: “I’ve met people who aren’t talking to one of their children. I find that hard to fathom. I love my kids. If there are problems, you work through things.” Other red flags can be inconsistent communication, overtly sexual remarks, and rushing intimacy. Debbie cautions while there are certainly things to be cautious about, look for the good in people too. “Some people are so focused on looking for red flags that they are looking for what could be wrong, rather than what’s right,” she says. Beware romance scammers. When April, 55, met Marty, 45, he ticked all the boxes. He was easy on the eye, charming, and besotted with her. After dating for a few months, he suggested they buy a motorhome and travel around Australia. April was head over heels. She sold her house, and most of the $136,000 cash would be used to buy a luxury motorhome. On return, she would move into Marty’s place. She wired the money to Marty’s account – he was travelling to Adelaide to pick up the motorhome. She never heard from him again. Three elderly men recently lost more than $500,000 in a cruel romance scam, a lonely-hearts newspaper advertisement perpetrated by two Gold Coast women. According to the ACCC, romance scammers are costing Australians more than $28 million a year. With online

scams increasing, it pays to always be cautious with online dating. So, how do you spot a scammer? Helen says it’s important to listen to your head as well as your heart when dating. “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” she says. Don’t be too quick to trust another, no matter what they say or do. If it doesn’t feel right, walk away. Some scammers will meet you, but they typically create fake online profiles, known as catfishing, to lure you in. They may use a fictional name, or falsely take on the identities of real people. With online dating, you can be “chatting” with multiple people at one time. Helen says some people think if you’ve been messaging someone or meeting them for dates, you’re automatically exclusive. “But they can message five people if they like and go on other dates,” she says. “Monogamy isn’t in the early stages of dating – that’s further down the line.” Some might say that online dating can be a bit of a revolving door as there is a seemingly endless pool of potential dates. It can be exhausting. If you are feeling overwhelmed, Helen suggests taking time to regroup: “Don’t lose heart if it doesn’t work out. Take a break, and try another site when you feel up to it.” The road to true love can be rocky. Putting yourself out there takes courage. For those who might be thinking about online dating, Andrew, who has had almost 100 first dates, has the following advice: “don’t get discouraged, it really is a numbers game.” “Each time I’d meet someone there was that element of hope,” he says. “But as time wore on, it sometimes felt soul destroying. I’d start to think what’s the matter with me?” His journey began in the depths of Covid. His oddest date was meeting

someone in the supermarket fruit and vegetable aisle trying to recognise the mask-wearing shopper on his phone screen. They chatted as they pushed their trolleys around. For the record, Andrew is a goodlooking bloke who is active, intelligent and a great conversationalist. So, case in point, If you want to meet someone special, it can take time. He’s now in a secure and committed relationship with Mandy. They’ve bought a shared home on the Gold Coast and are very happy. After meeting online and communicating via text (while Andrew was jetting around the globe) they finally met in person and sparks flew. You too could find your happy ending. What have you got to lose?

DATING tips From Dating and Relationships coach Debbie Rivers. • Look for red flags, such as someone who is rude to the waiter, or speaks badly about their ex. • Don’t give away too much personal information too soon. • Don’t rule out people right away. If you think there could potentially be a spark, give it at least two dates. • If you are concerned about meeting someone, always tell a friend where you are going, and meet in a public place. • Be genuinely interested in the other person and what they are passionate about. We all light up when we talk about things we love. • Don’t chat to too many people at one time. Close your profile so you don’t get overwhelmed.

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by Mocco Wollert

I THINK colloquialisms are the wayward children of any structured language, well-loved and of course, well-used. They are, however, still a mystery. Now that I have lived 60 years in Australia and I speak English pretty well, I started thinking about popular sayings. As I’m always looking for a topic for my column, it seems a good thing to find out what these colloquialisms actually mean.

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Our language is peppered with them, but I bet few people would be able to tell me how they originated. In fact, I doubt whether anyone could. Let’s start: Happy as Larry – who was or is Larry? Well, to start with, it has to be a male. Is he an animal or a man? Sounds like a good name for a dog. Why is he so happy? Maybe he grins when you feed him biscuits. Have you been accused of “carrying on like a porkchop”? People usually say this when one “goes over the top”. What has that poor pork chop done in the past that it has such a bad reputation? Do people take this saying from a pork chop jumping about in the sizzling fat of a barbecue? She was “dressed up to the nines” – right, what are we talking about here? The dressed-up bit is easy to understand but what is the nines? Is it a date of a festival? Is it a hole on the golf course? Does it mean the person is dressed in nine garments? Recently, I offered a second piece of cake to a little eight-year-old friend of mine. He declined sadly and told me that he was as “full as a goog”. Interesting statement. What is a goog? Maybe he meant goose or is a goog a magical person in one of his children’s books? It is a long way from the polite “I have had elegantly sufficient”.

“Don’t get your knickers in a knot” – do we actually still say knickers for the flimsy undergarment we wear today? Don’t get your undies in a knot just doesn’t sound the same and loses its meaning of stop being fussy. Where did people in the past put the knots in their knickers – the waist, the legs, the bottom? It beats me. I do like rabbits, soft to the touch and quietly chomping away. Why then the saying, “oh for heaven’s sake stop rabbiting on”? I understand it means don’t labour a point but where is the connection between a quiet little lettuce-munching rabbit and a (often loudly) sermonising person? The mystery of the colloquialisms deepens. “It’s been a gin of a day” is one I can easily understand. If you drink a lot of gin the night before, you will have a dreadful hangover and the next day won’t be very nice. Phew, I got that one. I have tried to find answers to these colloquialisms, but nobody seemed able to give me an explanation. If you have any idea of the origin of these, please let me know. May you enjoy colloquialisms and even create new ones. Email mocco.wollert@bigpond.com

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AS A child, and I spent hours with my next-door neighbour playing in various makeshift cubby houses. We made one in the rafters of a shed, which meant we had to clamber on a box and a table to gain entry. There were everchanging passwords to keep out the enemy, or in our case, my little sister. In our imaginary world, we were learning what would become a vital tool. All these years later, the ability to recall a bunch of letters is handy for the layers of security invented to protect us from online criminals. We made up another word to yell across the vineyard to get each other’s attention. When I return to the area, I realise the

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AGES & STAGES the passwords I need. (I think it’s all of them.) The clever people told us to choose longer passwords, which is great until you have to remember them. Luckily, there’s also a “Forgot password” button. Throw in a combination of capitals, numbers and punctuation marks and you’re safe. Right? No! As if we didn’t have enough acronyms, along came 2FA – two-factor authentication. Just when you thought you had a foot in the door, the clever people invented another layer of safety. A security question or sometimes, more than one, sees us go through more doors than Maxwell Smart. A code of several random digits, most often sent to a mobile phone, will open that final, elusive door to whatever you are trying to sign into. You are forgiven if you forget what that was. Your phone is likely at the bottom of a bag in another room and you’ll break into a sweat trying to retrieve the code before it expires. Before you celebrate a successful sign-in, there’s a box to tick to prove you’re not a robot. By this time, you may be staring blankly and in danger of turning into a robot. Reports of data security breaches have featured a lot in the news in the last year or so. We all seem to know someone who has been the victim of a scam. One thing for sure, passwords are way less fun now than they were when I was young. Visit lockwoodfreelance.com

distance was quite short and it would have made sense to walk across and knock on the door, but secret words were much more exciting. The excitement has definitely dwindled. Our face and signature were once the only identification needed in the bank. A quick chat to the teller and we’d be out the door with a wad of paper money. Clever people are always inventing more efficient methods for everything, so we switched to cards, special numbers and cash from a hole in the wall. Wonderful! No more friendly chit-chat, just help yourself and be on your way. Right? No! Sneaky individuals were thinking up ways to thieve our hard-earned money. They started sneaking our sneaky numbers in very sneaky ways. Clever people told us we could transact online and to make that safe, along came passwords. Problem solved! No! We now need a password for everything we do on our computers and phones. Every account and the many loyalty memberships we seem to accumulate. These days, my wallet rarely contains cash, but is full of cards I don’t use. At last count, I had a list of over 30 password hints for various things. I say hints because clever people recommend not to write passwords down where sneaky people might find them. Using one password for everything is also a no-no. I thought up little coded hints for all

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Behold the mighty bunya pines Stately bunya pines can grow to 30m high and whether singly, in lines or in clusters, are a sight to behold with their symmetrical branches and immense crown. AUDIENNE BLYTH looks at their place in local history as bunya nuts come into season this month.

ndrew Petrie, who came to Moreton Bay in 1837, was the first white man to encounter bunya trees growing in the district around the Maroochy River. Petrie (1798 – 1872) was appointed Supervisor of Works to the convict settlement of Moreton Bay and in the early 1840s began exploring bunya country, the area now known as the Sunshine Coast. Petrie named the river on an exploratory visit in 1839. Although we no longer see flocks of black swans on the river, Petrie was impressed with their numbers and named it Maroochy from the Aboriginal word Muru-kutchi meaning red-bill. It is surprising that the bunya tree was not named after Petrie, who was the first to return with specimens to Sydney, but was called Araucaria bidwilli after John Carne Bidwill, a government botanist. Bidwill (1815 – 1853) explored and collected botanical specimens in both New Zealand and Australia and as Commissioner of Crown Lands in Wide Bay, returned specimens of the bunya tree to Kew Gardens in London – and the tree was named after him.

Bunya pines look majestic. Petrie saw that the trees had much significance and value as a food source to Aborigines. He persuaded Governor Gipps to make the following proclamation in the New South Wales Government Gazette: Colonial Secretary’s Office Sydney, 14 April, 1842 It having been represented to the governor that a District to the Northward of Moreton Bay in which a fruit bearing

tree abounds, called bunya or banya bunya, and that the Aborigines from considerable distances resort at certain times of the year to this district for the purpose of eating the fruit of the said Tree: His Excellency is pleased to direct that no Licenses be granted for the occupation of any Lands within the said district in which the Bunya or Banya Bunya Tree is found. And notice is hereby given that the several Crown Commissioners in the New England and Moreton Bay districts have been instructed to remove any persons who may be in the unauthorised occupation of Land wheron the said Bunya of Banya Bunya Trees are to be found. His Excellency has also directed that no Licenses to cut Timber be granted within the said Districts. By His Excellency’s Command, E. Deas Thompson The effect of the proclamation was to create a reserved area where the trees grew abundantly, from south of the Maroochy River to the Pine River and east of the Blackall Range However, after Queensland became a separate state in 1859, one of the first Acts passed by the Queensland Parliament repealed Gipps’ 1842 Bunya Proclamation.

Squatters and timber licences were then available. The Crown Lands Alienation Act allowed closer settlement and these events marked the end of an era, the bunya trees included, as settlers cleared the forests to make way for farms. Thomas Petrie recorded his visit to a First Nations’ gathering in the Blackall Ranges in 1845 when many different groups feasted on the nuts and took part in sporting events, singing, dancing and storytelling. He is possibly the only white man to record seeing such an event. Towering bunya pines can still be seen in the landscape of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The nuts are contained in large knobs which fall in February each year with a larger harvest every three years. Bunya nuts can be eaten raw, roasted or boiled. There have been many programs recently on the ABC about their nutritional value. Recipes are featured and some of us need our seasonal fix. Audienne Blyth is a member of the Nambour Historical Museum, open Wednesday to Friday, 1pm-4pm and Saturday 10am-3pm. All welcome.

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Bouncing into a new era of life, retiree GARRY REYNOLDS shares his thoughts on the world around us. REGRETS MY WAY FRANK Sinatra sings in My Way that he has a few regrets, while Edith Piaf became famous for regretting nothing, Non Je Ne Regrette Rien. Studies reveal that seniors share some common regrets but therapists caution that if we become consumed by them, we risk becoming our own worst enemy. The experts say a common regret among clients is that they wait until they are in a desperate place before seeking help. Unfortunately, some seniors realise too late that they could have done more to keep their relationships healthy with spouses, children, and friends.

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Family therapist Elisabeth Goldberg says staying in a bad marriage is the main regret of people over 50. Many women regret they did not leave an abusive relationship earlier. While some couples stay married for their children, Goldberg cautions that children of divorce often say they wish their parents had separated sooner. Some older couples look at each other wondering how they let their passion die and could they have been more attentive? During hectic stages in life raising children and holding down a job, chances to show someone how special they are with a romantic gesture are often skipped and may become a major regret later in life if the passion has eked away. Palliative care nurse Bronnie Ware says working too hard at the expense of personal life is one of the most common regrets among patients facing their final days. Elder parents may regret not having spent more time bonding with their children when they had the chance. As the saying about parenting goes, the days are long but the years are short. Perhaps as grandparents we are lucky to receive a second chance to make up for some regrets, but we did it our way in the circumstances we faced.

DO YOU ever come across a gift card at the bottom of your drawer and hope that it hasn’t gone past its three-year limit? If so, you’re not alone. Australians have gift cards worth $1.4 billion sitting unredeemed. One in three of us are sitting on at least one unused gift card and almost one in five have had cards expire. Seniors are more meticulous in using their gift cards than younger generations

and women are more likely to let their cards expire than men. Retail experts say Australians could be nearly $200 richer if they kept track of their cards. For an unwanted card, there is always the opportunity to sell it online at a slight discount. Some canny consumers set gift card expiry dates on their calendars and phones.

BOOMERANG KIDS WITH cost-of-living increases on top of accommodation shortages, there are growing numbers of boomerang kids – adult children coming home to live. Frequently the move is invited by parents secure in their own house and wanting to share their love in a practical way. As the days get tougher and crises arise, adult children can call on parents for help with time, money, and advice. Some are desperate to escape domestic violence while others are couch surfing or living in vans with most of their stuff at Mum and Dad’s anyway. While there are community services to call upon, there is no place like home. Many parents are ready to adapt once more to having a fuller household. They tell their kids if your relationship fails, the

bills become too much, your mental health is getting the best of you, or you ever feel alone, come home. If you mess up, we’ll help you fix it. Most importantly, no matter where you are in life, how old you are, or what terms we are on, come home. Our home will always be your home. For both sides, it is heartwarming having family in the house together again, but it can come with a lack of privacy and independence and there may be extra grandparenting from failed marriages. Reassuringly, grown-up children returning home frequently develop a greater sense of compassion towards their parents. It can be a time for rebuilding fractured family relationships although there may be tears before the emotional walls crumble.

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SIGN UP FOR TAI CHI MAKE a healthy start to the new year with Tai Chi which helps reduce stress, relieve pain and improve balance, flexibility and overall health. The Taoist Tai Chi Society is now offering introductory courses in Buderim, Caloundra, Eumundi, Maroochydore and Nambour. The courses run weekly for three to four months and the first session is obligation free. Sessions are designed for beginners and are open to all ages and health conditions. Tai Chi works as a moving meditation that helps body and mind to become supple and strong. According to Harvard

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A new word for a new life A keyboard slip leads to a new word that brings together adventure and retirement. CHARLIE GRIFFITHS writes that “adventirement” is about having a positive attitude and recognising the opportunity to fulfil long-held life goals and ambitions..

hecking my well-wishing email to our beloved editor Dot who has just announced her retirement, I realised that I had misspelled adventure as adventire. With mouse poised to change it, the weird character who lives in my head said, “hang on Charlie. Isn’t that exactly what you wanted to say?” I had inadvertently merged adventure and retire into one word. My very own portmanteau. And yes, I was encouraging Dot to enjoy adventure in her retirement. I have been struggling with the concept of retirement for years and have come to despise the word. All definitions imply stopping, leaving, giving up. Not on my watch! People who have worked hard and made sacrifices all their working lives deserve the opportunity to de-stress and follow their passions – write a book, cut a lap, drown worms, or hang over the rail of a cruise ship burleying the marine monsters below. These are passions worth pursuing for physically fit, financially fortuitous and furloughed adventirees. I’ll never forget the story told to me

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over a beer in the Buronga Caravan Park by Rob, a spritely grey nomad in his 80s, who was unashamedly spending his kids’ inheritance while “living the dream”. He and two mates, Jack and Fred, all started work with the railways at the same age (16), on the same day. They all worked and played hard and stayed fit all their lives by playing sport and chasing their children around the place. All three mates retired on the same day at age 65, but with different retirement plans. Rob embraced wanderlust. He

purchased and modified an off-road caravan that he and his wife comfortably live in while experiencing the wonders the Australian countryside and the friendships that people offer so generously. Jack is a keen angler and invested in a cabin cruiser that takes him safely and comfortably to deep water fishing spots only a privileged or brave few dare visit. At the end of the day his bag may not always be full of fish, but it is always brimming with satisfaction and exhilaration. Fred believed he deserved a wellearned rest, so he downsized to a single bedroom townhouse with no pestilent garden, a giant 80-inch smart TV, and a recliner that fitted like a second, luxuriously-cushioned skin. Rob and Jack catch up every year and swap stories of their adventures, but Fred is not there. After less than a year, Fred developed kidney illness which he treated with drugs and close to zero exercise. He put on excessive weight and soon his knees gave out and arthritis took over. Within two years Fred was dead.

Fred’s demise is a uniquely tragic story, but the message is clear. Inactivity and indifference are negative energies for which there should be no place in the golden years of a dynamic, productive adventiree. Positive energies like optimism, curiosity, daring, courage, enthusiasm, joy, gratitude, inspiration and empowerment are the only way to go. Fulfilment is achieved by living a free life with a positive attitude and worthwhile goals. Start with a plan and wing it when necessary or do it just for fun. Be free, be happy, be you. Recognizing how important the Golden Years are means taking control of, dare I say it, Your Time. So, Dot, have a wonderful adventirement! Charlie Griffiths is a certified Life Coach and Neuro Linguistic Programming practitioner and author of Runaway Retiree: Do Your Best Work in Your 70s. Visit charliegriffithscoaching.com

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Cruising into the new year on a brain wave Exchanging daily responsibilities for a life all at sea doing nothing can be good for some, but as KAILAS ROBERTS cruises into the new year he finds there are pros and cons for every brain on the voyage.

ruising is a la mode in 2024, a form of travel enticing more and more wannabe mariners every year. It is perhaps no surprise then that I would become swept up in the national oceanfever and embark on my first trip recently, a circular route from Brisbane out to some far-flung islands in the Pacific. I should say it was not my idea to go, but rather was driven by my teenage son who has been quietly campaigning for some years. I was reluctant to go, imagining myself developing cabin fever very quickly. Mid voyage, as I sat in the expanse of blue hundreds of miles from anywhere, I pondered whether cruising life was good for the brain. Many travellers seemed to have a bottomless capacity for doing nothing, fully embracing the passivity of their situation and the abdication of their usual daily responsibilities. This was no doubt good for their grey matter. Personally, I could do it for a while, but I would then become restless and feel I should be doing something. It created in me a mild sense of ennui if I’m honest,

and this probably nullified the brain benefits that those more well-adjusted could enjoy. Perhaps I should meditate more. I found myself eagerly awaiting the regular trivia sessions. At least this would serve as mental stimulation I thought. Though I filled my brain with some useful facts (did you know that bats are not actually blind despite the well-known simile?) I was often left deflated, for instance at my inability to name any Taylor Swift song or identify any horcrux from the Harry Potter heptalogy. My ignorance left me feeling mildly despondent and obsolete.

Some of my fellow seafarers found themselves lulled into restful deep sleep every night by the gentle rocking of the vessel, in so doing enhancing their glymphatic flow and clearing their brains of the harmful proteins that might otherwise damage the brain. This was not the case for me. As I lay in bed each movement, in my mind, signalled a threat – was a rogue wave coming our way? How long would it take someone to come to our rescue? How could you even mount an effective rescue of the 4000 people on board? Such cognitive processes are known as catastrophising, but knowing their technical term did not alleviate the stress and the constant pumping of cortisol would not have been good for my brain. And then there was the abundant food – delicious and free but enough to induce a metabolic disaster. Refined carbs, sugar, and carbs everywhere. My willpower failed me multiple times as I helped myself to cookies and desserts. My stressed brain, like the brain of anyone experiencing this state, sought out these energy dense foods with unfettered abandon, driven by a

perceived threat to survival. Finally, no cruise – at least from Australia – is complete without a cohort of hardened drinkers, whose mission seems to be to remain in a constant state of inebriation. It is hard not to be caught up in the drinking culture, especially when there is not much else to do, and alcohol seems like a good antidote to stress (it’s not, obviously). I admit I indulged a little too much (this did not help the quality of my sleep either) and I suspect my neurons were happy to see me back on dry land. In summary, whether your brain is better off after a cruise probably depends more on your own personality and sensibilities than anything else. Me? Give me the bush any day. Kailas Roberts is a psychogeriatrician and author of Mind your brain The Essential Australian Guide to Dementia now available at all good bookstores and online. Visit yourbraininmind.com or uqp.com.au

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e normally perform more than 25,000 breaths a day, a repetitive and common movement that affects all facets of life. Efficient and appropriate breathing mechanics can have a positive effect on multiple aspects of our health, including: • Improving respiratory health by increasing oxygen saturation, improving respiratory function and increasing lung capacity. • Improving energy, thus reducing fatigue and tiredness. • Changing the state of the nervous system. • Aiding with digestion, sleep, exercise and daily activities. • Improving mood and reducing stress. • Reducing risk factors for chronic conditions such as cardiac disease. • Optimising athletic performance. • Improving posture. • Potentially assisting with pain management. Have you ever wondered why Johnathan Thurston takes huge slow breaths when lining up a conversion? Or why trainers continually remind us to breathe throughout exercise? What about the use of a slow breath in stressful situations, such public speaking?

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FOR 77 years, Lynette demonstrated her musical prowess playing both the classic pipe organ and the modern piano. Now 92 years old, she began her musical journey at 16, initially honing her skills with classical piano lessons. They provided a foundation in fundamental keys, but Lyn gave up classical music to pursue self-guided learning. For nearly five decades, she was the pianist at her local Lutheran Church. When the pipe organ was removed from her church, Lynette was bereft, but with the help of Suncare, she has now joined the Anglican church, which has a

pipe organ for her to play at services. She also plays at community events. In 2019, she demonstrated her commitment to the church by putting together a history book about the church. This took 12 months, but she did it all unassisted, taking the photos, writing the manuscript and getting it printed. Lyn loves to talk about her passion and her love of the organ and hopes that by sharing her story with the rest of Suncare, she can encourage and inspire others to follow their dreams. It’s never too late! Visit suncare.org.au or call Call 1800 786 227.

COMMUNITY FOCUS ON HEALTH AND WELLBEING RANGECARE is helping the community lead healthier lives by coordinating a range of lifestyle programs that support both physical and mental health. The range of activities is focused on building physical strength, improving mobility, creating lasting social connections and enriching the lives of all who attend. Fitness activities include, Buff Bones pilates, aqua aerobics, gentle yoga, wellness physio program and specialised private sessions at Maleny and Mapleton Community Gyms. Classes are facilitated by professional trainers who have designed programs to suit all levels of fitness and experience. RangeCare also understands the

importance of mental wellbeing when it comes to overall health. This has led to the introduction of programs such as Circle Talk, Men’s Club, chess club, grief and loss support group, and Life Story Group The programs focus on social connection, peer support and conversation to improve mental health. RangeCare care has also introduced the My Mind Aerobics program to provide older adults with comprehensive mental workouts that can support cognitive functioning. To learn more about the health and wellbeing programs and other social support services offered by RangeCare visit rangecare.com.au or call 5445 7044.

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TECHNOLOGY

Hey Siri, make my life easier Asking a device for the time or a weather forecast, or to send a message, may sound futuristic but it’s all happening. EDIN READ explains the value of having a virtual assistant and addresses concerns about privacy.

ou might have heard someone say, “Hey Siri”, “Ok Google” or “Hey Cortana”. These phrases are used to summon Virtual Assistants on your iPhone, Android, and Windows computer respectively. Now, if you’ve never used one, you might be wondering just what is a Virtual Assistant. A Virtual Assistant is a handy tool that allows you to talk to your device and command it to perform tasks and follow directions. You can ask for many things, including the weather, to reply to text messages, set alarms, and tell you a joke. For example, I use it when I am cooking and need to start a timer while my hands are dirty. To my iPhone, I say “Hey Siri, start a timer for 15 minutes”. Siri replies, “Starting timer for 15 minutes”, and I can see on my phone a timer starts to count down. No more batter-covered egg timers.

Siri, which is rumoured to stand for Speech Interpretation and Recognition Interface, is very handy for day-to-day tasks. It is there to expedite the tools on your phone. Google and Cortana work similarly, the only obvious difference being the way they’re summoned. As far as privacy goes with these features, there are some things worth mentioning, however, I strongly believe that this is extremely low risk. The very act of saying “Hey

Siri” means that your phone is technically always listening. This is true but in reality, it only starts listening for the trigger of those two words. The device only starts actually listening to what you’re saying after it hears this phrase. And what does it do once it starts listening? It listens as if it’s another human and tries to perform the activity you say. Siri does collect data to build a profile about you, but Apple says that it is not linked directly to you, that “Siri data is not used to

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Google “Ok Google, turn on all lights” and suddenly all the smart lights in my home turn on. I’ve even programmed it for me to say, “Ok Google, I’m having a movie night” and it dims the lights, shuts the blinds, and turns the TV on to Netflix. I use these features for convenience and accessibility. It means that I am bending and reaching behind cabinets less and less, so I don’t get hurt. For seniors, this is a great modern solution where mobility is an issue. If Siri or Google isn’t activated by your voice, head to phone settings and set it up. On older iPhones with a home button, long-press it to activate Siri. Siri, Google, and Cortana are easy ways to make your life easier. Why not ask Siri a question today? Edin Read is founder and chief technician at Greyology Tech Support for Seniors. Visit greyology.com.au

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If you’re feeling left out, a will can be challenged Will disputes are an increasingly common situation being dealt with by the courts. DON MACPHERSON explains that there are many grounds to mount a challenge, but time is crucial.

ills can be challenged on many grounds, such as mental incapacity when the will is made, or undue influence or duress imposed on the will maker. People are living longer, and many have complex family dynamics over their lifetime, such as blended families, and this can provide fertile ground for disagreement about how people are, or are not, provided for in a will. Many people want to challenge a will on the basis that they have been treated unfairly in a will or left out of a will completely. There are a number of possible grounds for disputes over wills, but among the more obvious potential claimants are the spouse

or child of a deceased person who feel that they have not been adequately, or appropriately, provided for in a will. Sometimes they have been left out of a will completely. Sometimes they have been treated unfairly, in their view. A spouse, child or dependant can make a claim under the Succession Act alleging that appropriate provision has not been made for them in a will. These challenges to wills are called Family Provision claims and are occurring more and more often. A claim that the will doesn’t provide appropriately for a person must be commenced within nine months of the will maker’s death. Extensions of time can be given, but only in limited circumstances,

and can’t be guaranteed. The only safe way is to make the claim within the time limit, and to not rely on any extension being possible. In assessing the merits of a Family Provision claim, the court is focused on what is proper and adequate provision for the claimant based on many factors. These include their relationship with the deceased, the size of the estate, the rights and entitlements of other claimants,

and their own individual needs and financial circumstances. There are many grounds that may exist for challenging a will, and each case depends on its specific facts. The law is complex, and you should get specific advice about your personal circumstances. Don Macpherson is an expert in wills, disputes and estate claims at Sunshine Coast Elder Law. Call 1800 961 622 or visit sunshinecoastelderlaw.com.au

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FIVE KEYS TO ESTATE PLANNING MORTALITY is a fact of life and estate planning is something that many don’t think about until it’s too late. In her book, Legacy: Taking Care of the Most Important People in your Life when you are No Longer Here, estate planning lawyer Melisa Sloan provides a practical and accessibly written guide to getting affairs in order. HERE ARE FIVE THINGS TO CONSIDER: Make a will – This is an important part of the estate planning process and allows you to appoint an executor who will administer and distribute your estate in accordance with its instructions. It stipulates how the assets of your estate are to be distributed. Be specific. If you are leaving items to certain beneficiaries, identify each item. Consider how each beneficiary is to receive their inheritance, whether personally or in a trust. Memorandum of wishes – There may be additional wishes that you would like to stipulate in your estate plan that are not included in your Will. A memorandum of wishes allows you to leave definitive instructions giving invaluable guidance to your executor.

Superannuation – Superannuation is separate to your Will. Superannuation is held on trust by the trustee of your superannuation fund. It is imperative that you provide that trustee with a death nomination, providing a direction stipulating where you would like your superannuation to be paid at the time of your death. The most common nominations are Binding Death Nominations and Non-Lapsing Binding Death Nominations. Life Insurance – Life insurance can be a very powerful tool in taking care of families and loved ones and is increasingly becoming of value when putting an estate plan in place. Power of Attorney – Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone to make financial, legal, guardianship and medical decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated and can no longer make your own decisions. If these are not in place, someone must apply to the relevant state authority to be appointed your guardian and administrator and may not be the person of your choice. Legacy by Melisa Sloan ($29.95).

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Experience Authentic Leadership with Wayne as Mayor SINCE ANNOUNCING his candidacy for Mayor, Wayne Parcell has experienced the diversity of the whole Sunshine Coast Region; Wayne has visited and engaged with people in all ten Sunshine Coast Council Divisions. At 64 years young, and a hinterland resident for 19 years, Wayne has first-hand knowledge of many of the issues facing baby-boomers and retirees. Wayne acknowledges that since he retired he has never been so busy – after his work revitalising the derelict tennis courts at Montville, Wayne set to work fundraising to build a new Pavilion at the Montville Tennis Club, which provides a hub for the tennis community and their family and friends to play tennis, or just to watch the grandchildren have their tennis lessons. Now a Life Member of the tennis club, Wayne still enjoys tennis on a Tuesday morning with the over 50s and social tennis on a Sunday morning. Community contribution is not new to Wayne, with a history of volunteering with not-for-profits and as the Founder and Director of the annual Sunshine Coast event The Rangebow Festival and its parent charity; and now as the President of the Montville Village Association, Wayne understands better than most what it means to actually do the work, not just turn up to the launch or the

opening ceremony. Following a career spanning more than 40 years working in the Commonwealth government, running his own boutique immigration law business and then as a partner of a global consulting firm, Wayne’s experience in leading large global teams and working with complex issues across governments and the private sector is unmatched in this campaign. “Effective decision-making requires a council that listens attentively to the diverse needs and concerns of each community. Informed

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decisions can follow greater transparency of process,” he states, underscoring the importance of clarity in explaining and understanding outcomes. Self-funded retirees like Alan who moved to Montville three years ago from Sydney, expects fair consideration, like everyone else, having spent his life working hard and saving for his retirement. The decisions of the Sunshine Coast Regional Council to spend the hard-earned contribution of retirees impacts Alan and other retirees just as much as others

in the community. As Wayne said to Alan, “It is all about change that matters to you. Implementing a value-for-money strategy in local government is crucial for alleviating cost-of-living pressures on ratepayers – this can realistically be achieved when council is focussed on outcomes for residents that can and should be delivered before taking the lazy budget approach of increasing rates and charges.” Wayne embarked on his campaign for Mayor not because he needed a job. Growing up in housing commission on Brisbane’s southside, Wayne’s resilience drives him. Wayne explained, “I embarked on this campaign after careful consideration and because I have a strong sense of purpose about what I am seeking to achieve for the community, for life to be better for more people. I believe it is important that the community is given a serious choice about who they choose to elect as their Mayor for the next four years – my skills and experience are fundamentally different to those of other candidates, so there is a real choice available.” Learn more about Wayne’s purpose, extensive experience and policy positions at www.parcellformayor.au

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BREASTSCREEN Queensland has made it easier for Sunshine Coast women to book a free breast screen appointment. The service will be offering more early and late appointments and the mobile service will visit more locations. “We will have more appointments available between 3pm and 5.30pm this year,” Health Promotion officer Gillian Duffy said. “Women who work, study or are caring for others will be able to find an appointment at radiation oncologists emphasise the importance of personalised treatment plans and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their skin cancer treatment. “Superficial x-ray therapy should be considered as a treatment option for nonmelanoma skin cancer, especially for cases where surgery may be challenging or cosmetically undesirable,” radiation oncologist at Just Skin Colin Dicks said. Call 5348 9460 or visit justskin.com.au

a time which suits them.” Appointments take less than 30 minutes, and are also available on Saturdays and from 7.30am on weekdays. Doctor’s referrals are not needed. BreastScreen Queensland offers free breast screening for women 40 years and over. Research shows that for women aged 50 to 75 years, a breast screen every two years is the best way to detect breast cancer early. “Our resolution is to make it even easier for women to have

their free breast screen. Make it your resolution to pick up the phone, or go online, and book that all important appointment today,” Ms Duffy said. BreastScreen Queensland has permanent services at Maroochydore, Nambour, Caloundra, Noosa and Gympie. The BreastScreen mobile service will be in Kenilworth at the end of February and at Nambour Mill in March. Call 13 20 50 or visit breastscreen.qld.gov.au

STEP AWAY FROM HEEL PAIN HEEL pain is a common problem which affects quality of life, hindering daily activities and causing discomfort during even the most mundane tasks. There are numerous causes, the most common being plantar fasciitis – inflammation of a thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. Other causes include Achilles tendinitis, nerve impingement and stress fractures. The challenge is to accurately diagnose the specific cause as this directly affects treatment.

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There is no one-size-fits-all approach. Without proper diagnosis, the cycle of ineffective treatments can lead to frustration and disappointment investing time and money into treatments not designed for the individual condition. Individuals may hesitate to modify daily activities such as avoiding prolonged periods of standing, adjusting footwear choices, and adhering to a strengthening program. Simple adjustments can significantly impact the success of treatment.

A holistic approach to heel pain management is needed. A strategy that encompasses lifestyle modifications, physical therapy (shockwave therapy, orthotic therapy, massage, muscle strengthening) and in some cases weight management, may be necessary for lasting relief. A multifaceted approach, accurate diagnosis, and a willingness to address underlying lifestyle factors is crucial in eliminating heel pain. Treatment will be rewarded more quickly. steppingoutpodiatry.com.au

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THE QUEEN’S APPRENTICESHIP By Tracy Ryan Historical biographical fiction Reviewed by Jo Bourke I DELAYED reading The Queen’s Apprenticeship due to scant knowledge of 16th century history and being confronted by four pages listing characters and roles. I need not have worried. This historically accurate novel evidenced the unfair treatment of women which still happens today in many countries. It is a story of power, passion and utter extravagance. Marguerite de Navarre, sister of Francois I, and their mother Louise of Savoy were the power behind the scenes that saw Francois crowned King of France from 1515. Although governed by the customs of the day with arranged marriages and pressure to produce children, Marguerite was able to support and protect free thinkers of that period. This is the first of a trilogy, so my appetite is well and truly whetted to understand more about this period.

RIVER SING ME HOME By Eleanor Shearer Historical fiction Reviewed by Jan Kent

BEGINNING in Barbados, this novel based on historical facts, follows the extraordinary and powerfully moving journey of Rachel, in her desperate quest to find her children so cruelly taken from her while enslaved. The announcement of the Emancipation Act of 1834 failed to offer the hope the slaves on cane plantations had longed for, so with courage and desperation, Rachel fled. The journey takes her through deep forests and across dangerous seas. Her search for freedom will only be successful when those long-lost children are once more in her arms. Many faces of the Caribbean are vividly described, her companions and adversaries are similarly portrayed in this moving and poignant novel. It celebrates a mother’s tenacity and resilience in the face of extreme hardship and unbelievable cruelty. This wonderful debut novel by a talented author should leave you emotional and joyful in equal measure.

THE MYSTERY WOMAN By Belinda Alexandra – Historical mystery fiction Reviewed by Caitlin Zerafa becomes postmistress in Shipwreck Bay where she expects she can become anonymous in a sleepy little town. It turns sinister when she learns that her predecessor committed suicide. As well as the town gossips, the local doctor, a violent whaling captain and a corrupt shire secretary put an end to her hopes for a quiet THIS is a brilliant story that is well told. life, and Rebecca is soon caught up in the Set in the 1950s in a fishing village in New Bay’s dangerous mysteries. South Wales, it touches on a number of Although very different to the White issues – domestic violence, small town Gardenia by the same author which I loved, it politics, whaling and conservation. is a gripping tale soaked in the social mores of I found it impossible to put down. the ‘50s, with a heroine I grew to like along After a scandal in Sydney, Rebecca the way. This is engaging easy reading.

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THE OCEANS BETWEEN US By Gill Thompson Historical fiction Review by Allison White

DEVICES AND DESIRES By P.D. James Crime mystery fiction Reviewed by John Kleinschmidt P.D James is a prolific fiction crime writer, this book being her eighth featuring Commander Adam Dalgliesh, albeit deceptively – the Scotland Yard Commander does none of the investigating, and has only a bystander’s role in solving a series of murders known as the Whistler murders. Dalgleish who is visiting remote Larksoken to wind up the estate of his aunt who has bequeathed him her cottage, finds the body of Hilary Robarts a victim of the Whistler. Mystery novels are about solutions, clues and red herrings which are presented to tantalize the reader to find out how the puzzle is solved, but not so much this book. Blundering detectives find a solution but it is incomplete, like the ending presented to the reader.

A GRIPPING and thought-provoking story that stays in your head long after turning the last page. Molly is injured during the London Blitz and her son Jack is sent to an orphanage and ultimately shipped to Australia. . It is an emotional journey as Molly never gives up looking for her son, and Jack suffers constant hardship while always hoping his mother will find him. Having read Sunshine and Oranges, I enjoyed the personal angle inspired by real events in the child migration story. It’s a theme with little room for a happy ending. The story is totally believable and with references to the Asturias and Bindoon, is a good channel for learning more about child migration and stolen generations. Highly recommended but while it’s easy to read, it is not light reading.

WATER By John Boyne – Contemporary fiction Reviewed by Rob Dodd, of Rosetta Books Maleny

A WOMAN arrives on a small island, rents a cottage, shaves her head, and changes her name. The locals are inquisitive but seemingly sensitive to the fact that their new neighbour needs to be given time. She has left Dublin to live a solitary life, perhaps to reflect and work through some of

the demons swirling through her troubled mind each night. What is Vanessa running from? Over the coming weeks Vanessa – now Willow – carefully strikes up relationships with some of the locals and scandals follow. John Boyne delivers on difficult themes and a seriously abhorrent subject with the occasional bout of his wit and wonderful storytelling. Water is the first in a series of four interlinked novellas named after the four elements. You will not put this down. I look forward to reading his next work.

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MUSICAL FEAST COMES TO NOOSA A TRIO of internationally acclaimed musicians – flautist Jane Rutter, bass-baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes and pianist and raconteur Guy Noble – is coming to Noosa with their concert Figaro, Flutes & Flowers. Audiences can expect an up-close, intimate concert featuring career highlights. Included are best-loved arias from opera and musical theatre, virtuoso flute classics and Celtic and traditional folk songs. The J, Noosa. February 24, 2pm and 7.30pm. Tickets $85.90 premium, $69.90 A Reserve. Bookings thej.com.au

THE Jazz and Blues Collective presents the Mark Pradella Band with a special performance celebrating their album Off the Rack Live. The Mark Pradella Band

AN INTIMATE AFFAIR CALOUNDRA Chorale and Theatre Company presents An Intimate Affair 2, a program of music from opera and musical theatre to classical and crooners. Artists include soprano Naomi Drogemuller, pianist Bradley Nolan, violinist Yvonne Spina, bass Tina Rogers, vocalist and brass Dean Doyle and the company’s Neil Booth. CCTC Theatre 3 Piringa St, Wurtulla. February 24, 2pm and 7pm; Sunday 25, 2pm. Tickets $26, Concessions $24. Bookings 0490 329 912 or trybooking.com/CLSDN

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will perform a smorgasbord of jazz, latin, funk, blues, and soul music with special guest Peter Vance on vocals. The venue has changed as the usual venue is being used as a polling station. The Duporth is a licensed venue with full dining facilities and jazzy lunch specials will be available. Tickets limited. Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore Sunday, March 3, 1.30pm-4pm. Tickets $26, seniors $25.

GRAB A BOOK AND PLANT BARGAIN ST VINCENT de Paul’s Book and Plant sale is coming up at the Kawana Catholic Community Centre, Nanyima St, Buddina on Friday, March 15 and Saturday 16, 8am-2pm. There will be a large collection of fiction books, including large print, classics and romance books, non-fiction and children’s books, as well as jigsaw puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs and a bric-a-brac table. And there will be plenty of plants. For information or donations call Maria 0427 181 089.

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EASTER ART EXPO A DATE CLAIMER MARK the calendar for Coolum Art Collective’s Easter Art Expo at the end of next month. The popular event features a diverse range of art and crafts by some of the Sunshine Coast’s leading artists and artisans. All original artworks by 20 artists – traditional and modern styles in oils, watercolours, acrylic, mixed media and pastel works – will be for sale. Visitors can also vote for their favourite artwork in the People’s Choice award. Local artist Barry Back, a prolific plein air painter, is VIP guest and judge. The official opening will be on March 30, at 3pm. All welcome. Local group, The Shoplifters, will entertain Friday morning and at the official opening. Coolum Civic Centre Weekend March 29-31, 9am5pm, Monday, April 1, 9am-3pm Entry free

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AFTERNOON OF RHYTHM AND BLUES SUNSHINE Coast Jazz Club presents Dezzie D and the Stingrayz, in an afternoon of rhythm and blues against the backdrop of Pumicestone Passage. Formed with a passion for the early rhythms and blues music of yesteryear, Dezzie D and the Stingrayz stays true to the old school sound. Desley Done vocals, Alan Bellert guitar, Greg Baikaloff drums, Jason Chandler bass, Dan Ford tenor sax, Clint Allen trumpet and Matt Luff baritone sax perform the classic sounds of the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s. Caloundra Power Boat Club Sunday, February 18, 1pm Call 0427 782 960 or visit sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au

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LOT TO LAUGH ABOUT AT KOOKABURRA VILLAGE KOOKABURRA Village, located just kilometres from the many beaches and the centre of Caloundra, is an exciting place for over 50s to live. It offers a relaxed lifestyle within a secure environment and an active community of like-minded retirees. The village has two community centres, two swimming pools, a bowling green, and games room, all set in subtropical gardens. Residents of Kookaburra Village enjoy a social lifestyle with weekly Happy Hour gatherings in the community hall and

regular functions celebrating all occasions, including the annual Kookaburra Village garden competition. The village recently hosted a lunch for more than 100 residents to celebrate 30 years since it was established. Many of those in attendance have lived in the Village for more than 28 years, a testament to the carefree lifestyle the Village offers. Kookaburra Village currently has fully renovated townhouses and pre-loved heritage homes for sale. Call 5491 5888, email wendy@ kookaburravillage.com.au or visit kookaburravillage.com.au

HEAD FOR THE HEIGHTS OF RETIREMENT INCREASING numbers of retirees are choosing to downsize to an apartment for affordability, commutability, sustainability, lifestyle, and community. And no longer are apartments about upstairs neighbours thumping around, lack of storage, small kitchens, and non-functional layouts. Experience the heights of retirement at its finest aat Rendu Towers, a vertical retirement village in the heart of Newstead, architecturally designed for people over 65. Spacious open plan living with floor-toceiling windows and generous balconies bring the outdoors in, and every two and three bedroom apartment has extensive built-in cupboards and over-sized robes. From the privacy of your luxurious apartment watch the hustle and bustle of life around the Brisbane River and Newstead precinct. The inner-city lifestyle offers riverside walks, green spaces, thriving cafes, chic dining, boutiques, theatres, and wine bars. Every element of Rendu Towers has been thoughtfully designed to encourage its community to come together, share experiences and develop friendships. The Club Rendu lounge features complimentary refreshments, a fireplace, and opulent indoor and outdoor furniture overlooking a palm tree-lined heated resort pool. Enjoy swimming year-round, sunsets,

UNDERSTANDING THE HOME CARE PACKAGE BUDGET A HOME Care Package helps with health, happiness, and independence, but do you know what the funds can be used for? There is a wide range of care services to help stay and connected with the community. A Home Care Package funds a range of services to help you remain in your own home. These include personal care, nursing services, allied health and therapy services, food and nutrition. Personal care services often involve help with daily personal hygiene and grooming, such as assistance bathing, toileting, washing and drying hair, shaving, dressing, getting in and out of bed or reminders to take your medication. You can also get help with meal preparation, eating, or even meal delivery. The funds are available to pay for food preparation and delivery but cannot be used for raw ingredients. Services to help you stay safe include cleaning and home maintenance, assisted moving equipment, and minor modifications. Cleaning services include bed-making, ironing, laundry, and general housekeeping. Gardening services, including mowing,

and pruning, can also be covered. Home Care Package funds can be used to purchase aids to assist with movement, such as walking frames, crutches, or bed rails. This can also include equipment to help with comfort, such as slide sheets and pressure-relieving mattresses. Minor home modifications addressing care needs, such as easy-access taps and grab rails, are also financially supported. The Home Care Package budget can keep you connected with your community, ensuring visits to specialists and support services. Transport services can include basic transportation to care services that meet care plan needs, via cab charges or specialist transport vehicles. It can also include assistance with shopping, attending social activities, or visiting health practitioners. Social support can include a companion to join you at appointments or help with shopping. You can also receive help with setting up phone and internet services, arrange a visitor for in-home social calls, or arrange social activities and events. Visit trilogycare.com.au or call 1300 459 190.

BEAT THE SUN WITH AN AWNING horizon lights, and river breezes. Complete with a 22-seat luxury cinema, private dining room, dedicated library, chapel, and a wellness room with floor-to-ceiling glass, it is like floating on top of the world. Owned and operated by Ozcare, a leading not-for-profit provider of aged care services, Rendu Towers is its flagship retirement village. Belong to a connected, supportive community with VIP access to Ozcare services. The North Tower is sold out and the South Tower is set to open soon. Book a village tour and see why so many retirees call Rendu Towers home. Two-bedroom apartments start from $720,000. Visit rendutowers.org.au or call 1800 692 273.

THE harsh Queensland sun can readily turn homes into a sauna and while blockout curtains may shut out the heat, they plunge living space into darkness. The answer to beating the heat while welcoming natural light and airflow without compromising on style, is an external awning with an auto lock arm, expertly crafted locally by iQ Shutters. Sunshine Coast home enhancement experts since 2009, iQ Shutters specialises in awnings, blinds and shutters. Located at Kunda Park, its 15 years in business is a testament to its quality, community and innovative solutions. Blinds and awnings offer protection from heat and rain and deliver practicality and style with various fabric choices, and durable Teflon coating for maintenance. External shutters are custom-made to match the architecture of the home.

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John and Julie Peake receive a farewell presentation from president Schelle (centre).

CLUB STALWARTS BUDERIM East Probus Club has farewelled stalwarts John and Julie Peake who have made the big decision to relocate closer to family. Their friendship and active involvement with the club will be greatly missed after more than 20 years. Retired or semi-retired who would like to make new friends, hear interesting speakers, and take part in activities and outings, are invited to join Buderim East Probus. Headland Pacific Bowls Club, Syd Lingard Dve, Buderim, second Tuesday each month. Call Jenny 0435 099 678.

KAWANA PROBUS KAWANA Waters, one of the most popular Probus Clubs on the coast, currently has vacancies and invites retirees looking for fun, friendship and fellowship to apply. The club meets at Kawana Surf Club on the second Tuesday of the month, 10am. Members also take part in a vast range of activities. Call Brian Knight 0414 538 560 or email kawanawatersprobus@gmail.com

GENEALOGY SEMINAR GENEALOGY Sunshine Coast is holding a Seminar by two well-known Irish researchers, Fintan Mullen and Gillian Hunt, on Saturday, February 17, at the Nambour Showground. Various topics will be discussed and the guest experts will also be available on Friday 16, for one-to-one sessions which need to be booked. The pair were last here in 2017. Many new records are now available, and they will be able to help access them. Cost is $100 for the day which includes lunch and morning and afternoon tea. Email genealogysc@gmail.com or call 5329 2315.

EXPERT SHARES TIPS CALOUNDRA Family History Research group members meet on the third Thursday of each month and all are welcome either in person or via Zoom. Guest speaker at the February meeting is Shauna Hicks with the topic Finding Family in Ireland Online. She will share research tips and online resources for Irish ancestry research. February 15, 1.30 pm, CFHR rooms, Corbould Park, Pierce Ave, Caloundra. hello@caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au Sunshine Coast

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BUDERIM VIEW club meets at the Buderim Tavern on the first Wednesday of the month, 11am for 11.30am start. Social activities/outings are on the third Wednesday of each month. Club events raise funds for the Smith Family to help with education of students from disadvantaged families. The Buderim club was formed in 1993 and currently sponsors seven Learning for Life students. New members are welcome. Lunch meetings always include an interesting guest speaker. Cost is $30. RSVP to Gail, call 5476 7163 or email gai3@optusnet.com.au

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SENIORS WELCOME AT FRIENDS FOR FRIENDS FRIENDS for Friends was formed in 2022 to help combat feelings of isolation and loneliness for seniors in the local community. The program has been formatted to improve health and wellbeing and features entertainment for the first hour followed by afternoon tea, bingo and hoy. The group meets every Friday at the CCSA Hall in Nutley St Caloundra, and transport can be arranged. There is a guest speaker about once a month, and sometimes a light exercise workout. Afternoons start at 1pm. Call Berneice 0403 131 586

GIVE BRIDGE A HAND SUNSHINE Coast Bridge Club’s Bridge for Beginners classes begin on Monday, March 4, 9am. The clubhouse, at the Elizabeth Daniels Sports Complex on Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim, has ample parking and is disabled friendly. Course cost $60 includes the lesson book. Instructor Lisa Phillips is a bridge director and title holder. New players can join supervised games and weekly sessions and events throughout the year. Call Lisa Phillips 0412 196 457, visit suncoastbridge.com.au BUDERIM Bridge Club’s weekly lessons begin on Wednesday, January 24, 8.30am-11am. Cost of $50 includes 10 weekly lessons and six supervised play, the Introduction to Bridge textbook, extensive lesson notes, morning tea and club membership to June. Call Sandi 0416 081 576

Ever heard of DA 000.10.1? Is it the latest COVID-19 variant? If you have a Self Managed Super Fund, you might want to read on ... DA 000.10.1 is a Public Ruling by the Commissioner of State Revenue. As your level of interest starts plummeting to zero, I’m hoping, if you’ve read this far, you’re prepared to read a little further … The effect of the Public Ruling is that if you have a Self Managed Super Fund, it owns land and you want to transfer that land on your death to your intended beneficiaries, there will likely be Stamp Duty payable on that transfer. As an example, the Stamp Duty payable on the transfer of a $1million property is $38,000. It is a completely different situation where you own land personally (rather than in your super fund) and gift that land under your Will. The gifting of land owned personally and distributed under your Will is Stamp Duty free – as it falls neatly into a specific Stamp Duty exemption. It is a very different position, however, if you are trying to do the same thing but through your Self Managed Super Fund. Food for thought …

Pain in the joint can be caused by many different conditions, one of the most common is osteoarthritis. The pain caused by osteoarthritis can often cloud patient’s judgement when it comes to seeking advice and treatment. It can feel like there is no help available, or there is so much information but none of it makes any sense. This can often result in poor decision-making or incorrect treatment of your symptoms. A very effective way to treat osteoarthritis is with a correct diagnosis and the right education provided by a health professional. Talking to a specialist will enable you the best possible treatment options to help with managing your pain. Often it is recommended to seek treatment with an allied health professional such as a dietician or physiotherapist. Surgery should always be the last option to treat joint pain. With the right tools and education, surgery can be delayed or even avoided. I would recommend speaking to a specialist about your joint pain today. Remember, never be afraid to ask questions.

NETWORK WITH PEERS WOMEN over 50 interested in social activities and meeting new friends are invited to join the Older Women’s Network Maroochydore. Meetings are the third Monday of the month at The Avenue Retirement Community, 32 Baden Powell St, Maroochydore. Enjoy a chat, discuss a range of topics, listen to guest speakers, and try a range of activities Call Lee 0429 831 414.

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Viva Mexico – it’s not all tequila, salsa and sombreros Mexico is a warm and welcoming country with an enticing combination of history, food and cultures. BRUCE McMAHON adventures into the ancient and colourful villages and landscapes that have yet to be taken over by hordes of tourists. enchanting, multi-faceted country. The city of Mazatlan, about halfway down the Pacific coastline, offers both old and new. For a more authentic experience check into the old town where well-worn hotels such as La Siesta overlook the ocean and boast the 1950s-1960s history of guests such as authors Jack Kerouac and Ken Kesey. People-watch from a seaside balcony, lie on the beach, wander old and narrow streets to centro historica’s bustling markets for buys from clothes to food to souvenirs. Choose from any number of great restaurants for that night’s dinner (seafood is excellent), and take in the charms of the small Machado plaza on a Friday evening. Mazatlan sits in Sinaloa, one of 32 states and one known for tales of drug cartels. Yet this is a safe and sociable city and as one 60-something expat Californian says, she’s far more worried about her daughter’s safety getting home from work in San Francisco each night. Eating out in Mexico, whether breakfast, lunch or dinner, is forever a treat. There’s always a choice and rarely is something too hot in taste. The Australian dollar isn’t always grand so it can be $A40 for two for a big

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he story of Mexico stretches back to the Aztecs, Zapotecs and Mixtecs, through to Spanish colonials and then independence in 1821. The result is a mix of indigenous foods, ceremonies and beliefs blended with European influences and architecture. While modern Mexico City boasts wide boulevards, majestic plazas and soaring cathedrals alongside today’s skyscrapers, there are also hundreds of rural villages from mountain tops to seaside plains where old adobe buildings, 16th century churches and horse and carts are still used. Across city and country there remain ties to ageless days through food and festivals. This is a colorful country of contrasts, best engaged (and best understood) outside the resort complexes favoured by some gringos. Forget the Hollywood versions and explore an

One of Mazatlan’s beaches.

breakfast, maybe $A80-plus for dinner. That’s with a couple of coffees or beers or margaritas. Mexicans aren’t big on wine. It’s available in fancier restaurants perhaps, and not so much in many eating places. But the beer is always good and cold. (Craft brewery Tres Islas in Mazatlan is worth a longish walk from the beach.) And there’s always the magic of mescal. Better be quick if headed to Mazatlan town, as the word is that North Americans are discovering this is a top spot for working remotely and are moving south for a better, cheaper work-lifestyle balance. There remains a swathe of Mexican cities, town and countryside where travellers have room to move, where there are precious few touristas from outside the Americas. There are beaches, jungles, mountains and desert to explore plus that intriguing edge to Mexico – without the chocolate-box prettiness and piety of Europe which helps sort out the travellers from cruise-liner, group-tour tourists. Take Oaxaca, a World Heritage listed city and named the Best City in the World in 2023 by Travel and Leisure magazine. Even during Day of the Dead celebrations, when the city swells with visitors, streets accommodate folk and festivities and fireworks without feeling crowded and without busloads of gringos. This is a magical city, full of folk art and artisans with ties to age-old traditions such as elaborate, hand-made rugs, wood carvings and pottery. There’s all manner of accommodation from grand old hotels to bungalows. And there’s plenty to see in strolls around the town. Taxis are cheap enough to head out for a mescal distillery tour, a trip to Mount Alban’s ancient ruins, a visit to the world’s largest tree at Tule or the bustling Sunday markets at Tiacolula (the last one a must for goods from foods to clothes to handicrafts to furniture or simply a great

The rugged beauty of Barrancas del Cobre. day out). Oaxaca is worth it for the food alone, from world-class, new age Mexican with wondrous combinations to street food. It’s aways fresh. Tomatoes here, in one of their home countries, are full of proper flavour. So too avocados and chilis, so salads and salsas are outstanding. Mexico is also home to the Caesar salad. There are hundreds of other beaches and cities and villages to explore through Mexico. Mazatlan and Oaxaca and surrounds are just two examples offering up fine slices of Mexican histories, cultures and foods. Hundreds of other restaurants and bustling markets and festivals are also still to be discovered. For a toe in the water, try Rosarito just over the US border. It’s a little ramshackle in parts but quieter than some other Pacific coastal towns, or Tijuana, 22km north. Australians don’t need a visa to visit Mexico for up to 180 days but will need a United States’ ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) for travelling via the US. And yes, there are warnings from authorities about travel there but In seven visits, we’ve never seen any dramas or felt concerned for personal safety. Mexicans are always relaxed and welcoming. Viva Mexico! As one seasoned traveller exclaimed after her first visit in 2023 – “Mexico, I’ve had you all wrong.” Visit visitmexico.com

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

SUDOKU (MEDIUM)

SUDOKU (EASY)

8 2 9 4 6 7 1 5 3 3 4 6 1 8 5 2 7 9 1 7 5 3 9 2 4 8 6 5 1 2 6 7 9 8 3 4 4 6 3 8 2 1 7 9 5 7 9 8 5 4 3 6 1 2 9 8 4 7 3 6 5 2 1 6 3 1 2 5 8 9 4 7 2 5 7 9 1 4 3 6 8

6 1 8 2 9 5 7 4 3 2 3 9 7 6 4 1 5 8 7 5 4 3 8 1 9 2 6 8 4 5 9 3 7 6 1 2 9 6 1 8 5 2 3 7 4 3 7 2 1 4 6 8 9 5 5 8 6 4 1 9 2 3 7 1 2 3 5 7 8 4 6 9 4 9 7 6 2 3 5 8 1

CODEWORD S D K Y H U V X N MW F B 15

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9-LETTER WORD

WORD STEP BRAND, BLAND, BLOND, BLOOD, FLOOD, FLOOR

deed, dele, deled, delt, delve, delved, devote, devoted, DEVOTEDLY, dole, doled, doley, dote, doted, dove, dyed, dyelot, eddo, eddy, eely, eyed, leet, levy, lode, love, loved, lovey, teddy, teed, toddle, toed, toey, tole, toyed, veldt, veto, vetoed, vole, volte, vote, voted, yodel

1. What does the prefix “tetra” mean, as in tetrahedron? 2. In what year did Australia host a summer Olympics: 1946, 1956, 1966? 3. Which European airport has the IATA code MAD? 4. What part of the human body is the specialty of a cardiologist? 5. Which Australian state is the only one south of Bass Strait? 6. In the educational testing program called NAPLAN, what does the final “N” stand for? 7. To which continent is the rhesus monkey native? 8. Where was former premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen born? 9.What kind of living thing is a langoustine? 10. In what branch of learning did Sir Mark Oliphant gain renown? 11. In what musical was the character Grizabella? 12. “Mankini” is a blend of what two words? 13. Complete the saying, “As old as the …” 14. When hydrogen burns in air, what chemical is formed? 15. Which NRL player has the nickname “The Fox”? 16. Which major bank has a stylised “W” as its logo? 17. What animal is on the badge of Peugeot cars? 18. What is -5 (minus five) squared? 19. Which ex-politician is associated with the failed Coolum Resort? 20. Stephen Hawking was a professor of mathematics at what university?

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No. 3032

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Across 1 Races went to the ladies, say, in middle of lesson (6) 5 Use craft to get west TO lSH 9 Fellow acquiring an establishment that sells food and weed (9) 10 One who assesses stock of corporate raider (5) 11 Areas located in clear region of Arabic-speaking countries (4,4) 12 ,OOK BRIEmY AT JUDGE TO bypass a deal to make more money (6) 14 Leading person arranged trek with IT equipment crucial to initial success (7-3)

15 Guests not bound to American contracts (4) 17 Most of Italian dish is lNISHED 19 A celebrity, found in bed, is awfully corrupt (10) 22 Youngster has disturbed churchman in retreat (6) 23 Die is fashioned in professional military post (8) 25 Classes looked after empty knapsacks? (5) 26 Green in tea, say, distracted rowdy people (9) 27 Division understated by old Israeli politician (6) 28 Stop sides beaten by time (6)

Down 2 Pagan cultivated each piece of ground before subdivision (7) 3 People involved in steel re-engineered essential factors (8) 4 Slender youngsters run in team race (10) 5 (AVE A mUTTER AND WIN OVER a thousand (4) 6 Ordinary types from Taiwan or Malaysia (6) 7 Cutlet prepared with last slice of the salad vegetable (7) 8 0OST /FlCE LOCATED in new superstore, is incredible (12) 9 (AND PASS ) JUGGLED BEFORE punt is sweet stuff (6,6) 13 Bury line in employee’s property away from the coast (10) 16 Wrongfully enter resort secured with lock (8) 18 Faithful aunt worked in school (7) 20 People, ones not involved with Indonesians (7) 21 Characters locked up inside create a serious problem (6) 24 Upmarket English school upset celebrity (4)

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9-LETTER WORD

Today’s Aim:

24 words: Good

39+ words: Excellent

No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

WORD STEP 1

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Level: Easy

No. 937

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Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once.

ACROSS

Every row, column and 3x3 outlined square must contain the numbers 1 to 9 once each.

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