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IN her 60s and back to the ’70s. Australia’s beloved soul diva rocks on in her latest stage shows.

High-energy shows Velvet and Disco Inferno both hark back to the decade that benchmarked the Marcia Hines story.

The shows feature Marcia at her timeless, dynamic best, belting out It’s Raining Men with the same magnetism that mesmerised thousands of people in her awe-inspiring role as a black Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar.

“The ’70s shows are great,” Marcia said.

“It’s the disco era – there’s plenty of bad clothes, bad hairstyles and it makes everyone happy.”

Marcia Hines, the magnificent voice, the bold personality, is good humoured and gracious.

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Journalist Ann Rickard has taken a look into the arts sector and shone the light on our Queensland Art Gallery and the people who act as volunteer tour guides.

At various times I have taken these guided tours and found they have added enormously to my appreciation of the show.

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Our page 3 story focuses on a gentleman of a certain age who tells a wild and woolly tale of cycling endurance.

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No matter who, what or where you are,at times, there is simply no ignoring the hard news.

While we endeavour to give you all the good news (and I am glass half full sort of person), there are things that need to be talked about, debated and finally changed.

This month, in our regular Talk ’n’ Thoughts section (pages 10–11), I

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BRISBANE’S Peter Lane is a firm believing in cycling as a way for seniors to keep fit.

He should know.

At the age of 68, he cycled the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail in the January heat of 2015 with his daughter Jo, 37, and despite a number of obstacles, made it with flying colours.

“On Friday, January 24, 2015, in horrendous rain, daughter Jo and myself started the BRVT at 6.45am at Wulkuraka, near Ipswich,” Peter said “Rain and mud made cycling the track impossible, so we headed onto the Brisbane Valley Hwy. “Outside Fernvale, a speeding car lost control, rolled and nearly killed Jo. “Leaving Fernvale on the BRVT at 11.30am, rain and mud broke my bike chain 2km outside Lowood, so I pushed it to Lowood.

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fixed the chain, Jo cycled by road to Esk, the halfway stage.

“When I caught her, we cycled the BRVT to Esk, arriving at 5.30pm, exhausted from cycling endless mud-strewn rail embankments.

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MARCIA HINES

Still our disco diva Gail Forrer

SUPER, 60 and back to the ’70s. Australia’s beloved soul diva rocks on in her latest stage shows.

High-energy shows Disco Inferno and the Retro Music Cruise both hark back to the decade that benchmarked the Marcia Hines story.

The shows feature Marcia at her timeless, dynamic best, belting out It’s Raining Men with the same emotion that mesmerised thousands of people in her awe-inspiring role as a black Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar.

“The ’70s shows are great,” Marcia said.

“It’s the disco era – there’s plenty of bad clothes, bad hairstyles and it makes everyone happy.”

Marcia Hines, the

magnificent voice, the bold personality, is good humoured and gracious.

And at 63 years old, she seems to be running at the same speed that drove the 16-year-old Afro-American to audition and win a role in the Australian stage production of rock musical Hair.

During the production, she found out she was pregnant with her first child. Marcia gave birth to baby (Deni Hines) and stayed on to become an Australian citizen. Marcia fell in love with Australia and Australia fell in love with Marcia.

By 1973, she had signed up for the major role of Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar.

The show’s success made her a serious star. From 1976 she was named Queen of Pop for three

consecutive years Marcia has also kept her friends from that era, including former Countdown host and rock journalist Molly Meldrum.

She said they didn’t see each other that often, but when they did, there was still plenty to talk about.

“We start talking and I look at the time and it could be 3am,” she laughed.

Great friends, family, her daughter and godchildren ranging from four to 43 years old hold a special place in the big heart of Marcia Hines.

In 2003, the next generation of youth had their own turn at discovering Marcia when she completed five series as a judge on television show Australian Idol, returning for the seventh series.

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inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. In 2009, Marcia received a Member of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day Honours for services to the entertainment industry as a performer, judge and mentor, and to the community through a range of charitable organisations.

This year is no different to any others in the career of the indomitable Marcia Hines.

“I didn’t plan anything for this age or after this age,” she said.

“Life just happens.”

Her fitness regime is just as simple.

“I do a bit of walking, a bit of running – I like to get my heart rate up.”

She believes in the adage that all work and no

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breakfast, a couple of hours walking and hanging with a few girlfriends.

“And finding somewhere to dance in the evening,” added the indefatigable performer.

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VOLUNTEERTING AT GOMA

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WHERE would we be without volunteers? They keep the wheels of society turning and a community functioning smoothly.

At the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), a mighty team of 104 volunteers not only love their duties giving guided tours and helping people have a better understanding of the work and exhibitions, they see it as an opportunity to learn and grow themselves.

“That is the biggest feedback we get from our volunteer guides,” Helen Bovey, Program Office for Access at the galleries said. “They are all individuals and if you ask them what they like best about volunteering they will all tell you something different: favourite art

works, artists, exhibitions. But what comes back every time is that they share a universal love of learning. (It doesn’t matter) whether it is a contemporary or

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Helen’s role in rostering the volunteers and attending to all the associated administration is demanding.

“It’s a big role to manage,” she said.

“However, there is more than me that looks after the volunteer guides. I find it particularly rewarding. We are working with such a diverse group of people who are so passionate about what they do.”

The volunteers take guided tours around the gallery for small and large groups and work in both buildings.

“There are three daily guided tours and we also offer group tours for 10 or more people,” Helen said.

The training volunteers receive is quite extensive, held over many months and includes lectures and

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We are working with such a diverse group of people who are so passionate about what they do.” historical exhibition, it is the learning process they love.”

With an average age of 60, the volunteers are an excellent example of the power of ongoing learning in the later stages of life.

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SHARING KNOWLEDGE: A volunteer guides visitors around the Art from Black Australia. exhibition.

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workshops on a variety of subjects.

“The volunteers learn about the galleries, the different areas, the exhibition names, about the collections, the strategies,” Helen said.

Anyone can become a volunteer. There is no experience necessary or qualifications required.

“We do look for people who have the ability to communicate well, people who love lifelong learning,” Helen said. “A passion for art helps. And the ability to commit the time that is required.

There is a huge time commitment.”

Volunteer guides are rostered on for one regular day a fortnight which helps them plan their personal schedules and other commitments around their volunteer work.

“The volunteers can be rostered on to both buildings,” Helen said.

“We provide tours in QAG and GOMA, but the volunteers work on a particular day, the same day every fortnight. Half work in one building, half in the other. That arrangement continues for six months at a time. Then they swap to the other building. The six month cycle gives them a chance to get up to speed with the changing exhibitions.

The one day a fortnight is ongoing.”

Many of the volunteer guides have ten years’ experience, a few have clocked up more than 30 years.

“The love coming to the galleries,” Helen said.

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Bond of grandparents and children honoured FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK GAIL FORRER Group editor Seniors Newspapers network

grandmother.” I got the message and understood.

She stayed cleared of me for three weeks after the birth of my daughter. That is, until I made a tired and desperate call for her help. Of course, she came immediately, picked up the tiny baby and for the next 30 years, metaphorically never put her down. They developed an extraordinarily close bond, and the precedent held for her next 11 grandchildren.

History repeated itself with my own grandchild.

While I was delighted to hear of a new family member, I was seriously involved in my job and my own life and wondered how much time I had to spare. I wondered if I could be as good a grandmother as my own mother – who had been a stay at home mum.

Despite these worries,

the magic happened all over again. An interstate phone call, around 6.30pm, from my son-in-law delivered the news of one healthy little girl born in the state of Melbourne, country of Australia. I woke at about 3am the next morning and wrote a poem devoted to her. I was amazed at this soul that had entered through my own maternal line. Three years later, the family moved closer to me and I see my granddaughter on a daily basis. I constantly share with other grandparents the unparalleled joy of our young offspring.

So it is with sadness, that I think of any grandparent or grandchild denied the priviledge of this relationship.

The link is so vital The Family Law Act acknowledges the importance of children having a relationship with their grandparents. The Act does not give an automatic right as a grandparent to see a grandchild, but grandchildren do have a right to see you, if that is in their best interests.

True value of grandparents OLDER people are the cornerstones of our communities – they give back as volunteers, employees, community leaders, carers, grandparents and advocates.

They enrich our communities with their wide range of experience and achievements and play a significant role in the family structure.

Among other things, grandparents are mentors, carers, storytellers and friends.

They dedicate their time to volunteer in our tuckshops, they help with reading groups and they sit on various school committees.

Some grandparents are full-time carers for their grandchildren and help them get ready for school, drop them off in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon.

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This was not only a huge help to me and my husband, but also allowed Riley and his grandparents to form a special bond and create wonderful life-long memories they still hold today.

Grandparents Day is the perfect occasion for acknowledging the efforts and devotion of grandparents like Riley’s, as well as those who are full-time carers for their grandchildren.

This year, Grandparents Day will be celebrated on Sunday, October 30, and schools and community groups across the state will be

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But that’s the point, their son has made the split. Grandparents don’t make the split, they live with it the best they can.

There is something so special about being a grandparent. I watched as my mother fell love with her first grandchild. She was a mother of five, and her youngest child was just 12 when I became pregnant, so unsurprisingly she received the news with the profound sigh of someone who had really had enough of children.

Nevertheless, she was unfailingly loving and supportive during my pregnancy, but her natural cheekiness spurted the truth when she purchased a pair of baby’s pilchers which bore the message: “If lost don’t come to

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Noni Hazlehurst explores the female role JIM FAGAN

PLAYING Christie, a homeless alcoholic about her own age, has given Logie Hall of Fame actor Noni Hazlehurst a new insight into women who, as she says, “fall through the cracks of society through some fault – or even no fault – of their own”.

“The issue of homelessness among older women is becoming increasingly important, particularly in major

cities,” she told Seniors from her Gold Coast hinterland home.

“It is concerning that, as more refuges and places of solace are closed down and services cut, the numbers of women couch surfing and sleeping in cars are increasing.”

Noni, 63, is now bringing her one-woman play Mother to audiences throughout Queensland and NSW regional areas.

Premiering in June last year in Melbourne, the

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play has been a hit with audiences and critics, “Christie is one of those people in society who live a life you wouldn’t wish on anybody,” Noni said.

“She’s had few opportunities, little education, made some bad decisions and now she is living with the consequences of those decisions.”

Concurrently on Foxtel Showcase, Noni appears as controlling matriarch Elizabeth Bligh in drama A

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Season four started last month and Noni is hopeful about a fifth going into production next year.

Asked what she thought when people called Elizabeth ‘ a bitch’, Noni said viewers had to

consider the times.

“This is a woman who was born in the Victorian era, who married very young and was brought to value ‘old country’ values of stiff upper lip, face the front, to be of service.

Her life to date is the

reason she is the way she is.

“She is similar to Christie and similar to all of us.

You scratch the surface, peel the layers of the onion away and see the human being underneath.

“That’s what I want from my characters, to be able to present a person who is understandable, whom you can empathise with.”

Noni was 21 when first married.

Her second marriage – to John Jarratt – ended after 10 years.

Reminded she had once said two actors together wasn’t the greatest combination, she laughed.

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Why have older YOU probably won’t recognise her. She’s usually clean, tidy and you can identify her social status as lying somewhere in the circle of middle class.

You might feel you have some connection, perhaps you recall your kids went to school with her kids, or at one stage you were on the same committee.

But you rarely see her around these days and, come to think of it, when you do see her, well, she’s a little bit shabby, a little bit sad.

Anyway, she doesn’t make a show of herself.

In fact, she’s generally invisible.

This woman is a statistic, one that makes up the

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fastest growing group of homeless Australians – the older woman.

Shocking statistics reveal one-in-four women aged more than 55 years make up this category.

Yet, it can be hard to pick these women.

They’re not obvious, except their accommodation consists of sharing flats, couch surfing, uncomfortably living with family or, worst-case scenario, living quietly from a car.

It’s an extraordinary

situation brought on by everyday factors these women have lived with – limited education, free care-giving, glass ceiling, pay inequality, divorce, part-time work and career breaks that have finally resulted in a lack of superannuation funds and assets.

Media commentator, author and businesswoman Jane Caro says this lack of financial security in later life is the “reward for a lifetime of self-sacrifice”.

For these women, superannuation contributions have stagnated when they have taken time out from the paid workforce to look after others – children, parents, partners. They have

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women become our invisible homeless?

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This lack of financial security in later life is the ‘reward for a lifetime of self-sacrifice’.

— Jane Caro taken a dip when casual/part-time work is chosen to leave time for domestic life.

Ms Caro said statistics showed women may never recover from a divorce, while for men it is a one-off financial hit.

The disparity is often due to women taking on the children, while men are more able to actively sustain a career.

This is the social background behind the new poor – and about to

become poorer – generation of women.

These women matured in an era when it was unusual to encourage female education beyond high school.

Well-meaning men were more interested in the education of sons rather than daughters and mothers gently advised their daughters to marry well and support their man. And find their place within the home Ms Caro said: “The plan was to marry and the man would support the family for the rest of their lives.”

Even if a women rebelled against the stereotype, there were hurdles to overcome in the workplace. For instance, it was 1968

when women were finally allowed to keep bank jobs after they were married. Today, even in jobs of equal value there is a gender pay disparity.

At 59-years-old, Jane Caro, refers to “my generation”’ of women. A generation of women who found thoughts of romance as far more interesting than finances.

She said men were brought up to be, hard-headed and pragmatic. On the other hand, “women have been trained from birth not to ask things for themselves.”

Ms Caro is speaking up on behalf on these women and she says unless we wish to see a lot more senior women out on the street, then

we must act.

Her suggestions envelop changes to housing, education and welfare policies, including: ■ For every unit development of 70 or more, two should be put aside for social housing.

Among other things, this would stop the development of ghetto-like areas of social housing.

■ Provide significant incentives to employ older workers and proper recognition of skill base.

■ Increase the pension to a living wage.

■ Education and financial advice available freely through local communities. “Better late, than never,” Ms Caro explained.

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superannuation than men. As a result, women are more likely to experience poverty in their retirement and be far more reliant on the Age Pension.

In the year 2009–10, the average superannuation payout for women was just more than half (57%) that of men.

The average retirement payouts were $198,000 for men and $112,600 for women.

One in five Australians aged 55 years or over claim that age is a major barrier to finding a job or getting more hours of paid work. They say employers consider them “too old”.

The Federal Government’s Australian Institute of Health and Welfare statistics from 2011–14 show the number of women aged 55 years and over accessing specialist homeless services increased 26%.

These figures represent the women who actually sought help from a homeless support service.

Source: www.human rights.gov.au/face-facts In 2009–10, Australian women reached retirement age with an average of 36% – or $87,532 – less

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community COMMUNITY NOTICES HELLO readers, to enable us to respond to your request for publication of more Community Notices, we ask notices are kept short and to the point (100-word maximum). If you would like to submit a photo, please ensure the quality is at least 180dpi, of people’s faces, and nice and bright. Club notices deadline for the next issue is October 25.

Inquiries to Nicky or Chris at email communitynotes@seniors newspaper.com.au.

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EVERYONE is welcome at Portofino Spring Fashion Parade at Northern Suburbs Bowls Club, Edinburgh Castle Rd, Wavell Heights, on October 7. Enjoy the morning with a morning tea from 9.30am, followed with fashions for all sizes and styles from 11am.

Fashion ideas will be on show with new season’s shoes, jewellery and accessories for sale. Cost is $20, which includes raffles for gift vouchers and lucky door prizes.

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THE Queensland Family History Society will host The Trout Game on October 21. It is a learning experience in family

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Trace the imaginary Trout family over several centuries using 11 types of records. An aim of the game is to make certain researchers use all sources available. Please note, this activity does not use any electronic resources.

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WYNNUM Region Organised Computing Club for Seniors Inc will hold a meeting on October 11 at the Wynnum RSL at 10.30am. Volunteers run the club, which is aimed at those who want to know more about their computers, laptops, tablets and phones. New members can join on the day for $10 (annual fee).

Classes include four weeks of two hours a week, with shorter ones available. Popular one-on-one sessions are continuing. All classes cost $10. Classes can start from a very basic level, so don’t be afraid to begin. Call Lavina on

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OCTOBER dinner meeting is on October 10 at the McLeod Country Golf Club, 61 Gertrude McLeod Crs, Middle Park, from 6.30pm for 7pm. Cost is $35 and bookings are essential. Journeys Worldwid managing director Sean Lues is guest speaker with Amazing Africa – Awesome Animals. Sean spent much of his life in Africa and is passionate about wildlife and the great wild places of Africa. Members will enjoy a monthly coffee and chat morning, with this month’s fundraising Girls Night with a spring theme. All funds raised go to The Smith Family to support disadvantaged Australian children through the Learning for Life program. Bookings or details, call Di on 3202 9759 before noon, October 7 or email centenaryeveview@ gmail.com.

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LADIES are urging the community to support disadvantaged children and youths with education by joining the club, which sponsors three school children. Logan recently raised funds at a garage sale at our president CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

De-clutter the four ‘Ds’ DEATH. Debt. Divorce.

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Listening to a radio program on the subject, I found myself nodding in agreement. Clearing a household of stuff after a death or divorce, or because of debt, is traumatic indeed.

Then there is the downsizing, the one I relate to most, as I’ve just gone through it. It’s forced de-cluttering. Unless you have to, you’re not going to get rid of decades of accumulated furniture, accessories and junk.

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First, you must grit the teeth and hire a skip.

Endless trips to the tip and op shops follow, as the piles of stuff mount up as cupboards and drawers

are emptied. “Why have we three graters, two woks, five juicers, 12 sheet sets... and what the heck is this?” you’ll say as you cull. Determination is called for. You simply cannot keep the three crystal vases given as wedding presents in 1968. There will be tears.

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Cheryl Dangerfield’s home. Meeting at 11am on the second Wednesday of the month at the Rec Club, Alba Ln (off Jacaranda Ave), Kingston.

The group celebrates their eighth birthday on October 12, with a fashion parade from Fashions On The Go. Cost is $25, including a two-course lunch and a glass of sparkling on arrival. Proceeds go to The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program.

Call Cheryl on 3711 9146.

■ PINE RIVERS

ENJOYED a fun outing in September, playing putt putt at the Albany Creek Golf Links at Brendale.

Congratulations to all the ladies who got holes in one. Next month’s meeting is on October 19 from 11am at the Murrumba Downs Tavern, Dohles Rock Rd. Guest speaker Paul Geisel will present Financial and Other Options for Older Australians. All ladies are welcome to join our VIEW club, which meets for a luncheon meeting every third Wednesday of the month. We always have interesting speakers at our lunch meetings and have an outing and a coffee morning each month which members and visitors are welcome to attend. We support The

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Smith Family, and in particular their Learning for Life program. If you would like to help a needy Australian child come and join our friendly club. Help us raise funds for The Smith Family foundation and enjoy making new friends and having fun at the same time.

Tuesdays, 9.30am to about 12.30pm at the 50 Plus Centre in the Brisbane City Hall which is quite central. Cost is $2 a day. Call John D’Alton on 3371 3707 weekdays but not between noon and 2pm.

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PAST the Post luncheon meeting on Wednesday, November 2, at Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Pde, Keperra, 10.30am for 11am. Lucky door, raffles and trading table.

Help The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program support disadvantaged Australian children. Guest speaker Adrian Petrie will share his rose and gardening knowledge.

Wear your Melbourne Cup hat and bring a friend along. New members and visitors always welcome to join our fun and friendship monthly meetings and social activities.

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WE MEET at 10am on the first Tuesday of the month at Geebung RSL Club. We welcome retired and semi-retired singles or

LOGAN VIEW: Club members Jeannie Seipel, Gwen Revell, Cheryl Dangerfield at the garage sale.

couples as new members who are interested in fun, friendship and fellowship, participating in monthly meetings, followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Other club activities include tours, picnics and theatre outings. We welcome visitors. Rail and bus transport close by and on-site car parking. Info: Bev Worthington 3359 2056 or Pat Warrell 3263 3586. Our recent day tour to North Stradbroke Island included Dunwich museum, Brown Lake, Point Lookout with whales, and Amity Point.

An enjoyable day was had by all.

■ ALBANY CREEK ADULTS are invited to

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Inquiries to Greg on 3863 1180 or 0407 960 588.

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OUR senior citizens club meets at the Community Centre, 19 Nerida St, Rochedale every Tuesday from 9am–noon. Please join us for indoor bowls or concerts. New members are always welcome. We are a very friendly group.

Details call Shirley on 3209 1682.

FAIRVIEW’S LIBRARY LADIES

LOVE books, and inspired to share the love with others? Volunteers take turns at managing the village’s library, with each taking on the role for two months of the year. The collection continues to grow as new residents move into the village and donate their books, ensuring there’s always an interesting selection on offer. The library has moved twice since it was started in the 1990s and now occupies a corner nook in the community hall with outlooks over the

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pool and bowling green.

There are cosy chairs and shelves of reading and viewing material. Not every book makes it to the shelves – the ladies regularly change the stock and send batches of books to Miles to help people in drought-affected communities. This week, RSL Care residents are being urged to attend BWF in the ’Burbs, sponsored

by RSL Care, which is bringing top authors to local libraries and highlighting the value of books, conversation and lifelong learning for people of all ages. Details at uplit.com.au/festival/ brisbane-writers-festival.

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OUR guest speaker for October is Wendy Skelton from Just Geraniums in the Lockyer Valley.

Geraniums are an all-time favourite garden plant, with low water and care requirements. They reward

the gardener with flowers for most of the year, growing in gardens, pots or hanging baskets, and have colours to suit everyone. Wendy will give an informative talk on geranium varieties and their care, disease control and show us how to make geranium jellies and pot pourri. Next meeting Thursday, October 20, at the OES Hall corner of Kitchener and Bohland St, Kedron. The ladies will have their usual trade table. Come at 9.30am for a cuppa, meeting starts at 10am. Visitors are always welcome. Call Gloria on 3355 4703 or Kaye on 3357 7660.

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NEXT meeting October 15 in the Uniting Church Hall, 52 Merthyr Rd, New Farm at 1pm. This will be the annual Friendship Day afternoon when visitors from other garden clubs have been invited to come along. The set topic for the day will be Shrub-like Begonias. Many of these are ever-flowering and make good specimens for growing in the garden.

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away from yourself and your problems and you’re entering another area where your mind begins to look further and deeper and I think it’s very healing,” she said. Mrs Kilby has taken to drawing with charcoal and splashing her artwork with bolts of colour to enliven the scenes. Living in an aged care service, like any life change, requires adjustment and art therapy has helped with that, she said. “It helps my brain, stimulates me to not just sit around and not do anything.” Zion art therapist Alison Garton said music, dance and art improved people’s health and wellbeing by offering ways to express themselves, tapping into reminiscence and practising motor skills. “It gives people an opportunity to have a voice, because sometimes they are unable to communicate how they are feeling,” Ms Garton said.

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WILL be held Thursday, October 27 from 11.30am to 1.30pm at Restaurant Three, Kedron Wavell Services Club, Chermside. Cost for buffet lunch, pay on the day, KWSC members $21.60, non-members $24. RSVP

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MITCHELTON AND DISTRICTS GARDEN CLUB

NO GUEST speaker Thursday, November 3, Q & A session will be held.

Have your gardening questions ready. During 2016, attendance at the meetings and membership have increased and this informal November meeting will give everyone more time to chat and share their gardening experiences. Morning tea is served at 9.45am and the meeting will commence immediately after that at 10am.

Visitors and new members are most welcome. The Enoggera Memorial Hall, corner of Wardell and Trundle Sts, Enoggera. By now, spring

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annuals should be in full bloom. To keep them flowering, remove the faded blooms. It is also time to plant hardy summer annuals such as zinnia, African marigolds, gomphrena (bachelor’s buttons), alyssum and portulaca. Details call Pat 3356 1256.

REDLAND ART AWARDS

FOUR Redland-based artists and two Quandamooka artists have been shortlisted for the Redland Art Awards, a biennial painting competition presented by Redland Art Gallery and open to all Australian artists. More than 400 entries have been received for the 2016 awards from a total of 296 artists. The winners will be announced on October 14. An exhibition of the finalists will be shown from October 16 to November 27 at the Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland. It is located on the corner of Middle and Bloomfield Sts. Details visit artgallery.redland.qld. gov.au

FOREST LAKES 50 PLUS CLUB

OUR September trip with 42 members participating

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was to Longreach on The Spirit of the Outback and at Longreach, Aussie Outback Tours looked after our needs. Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club meets third Friday of the month at the Lions Club, Pine Rd, Richlands at 10.30am.

New members are most welcome. For details about the club and its activities, call Les, the activities officer, on 3279 9449 or 0466 377 618 to register your interest. Email fl50plusc@gmail.com.

Date claimer for the next meeting is October 21.

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Trustee who gave us timely advice, which as seniors we tend to overlook, about keeping our wills and power of attorney updated. Judging by the large number of questions from our members, the visit was well accepted. Our October coach tour will be to the Sunshine Coast where we will enjoy a German Oktoberfest lunch. Meetings held on the third Wednesday of every month at Logan East Community Centre, on the corner of Cinderella Dr and Vanessa Bvd, Springwood. Details call 0409 677 975.

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HALL FAME: Forest Lakes’ 50-Plus members at The Stockmans Hall of Fame.

Service Club, 375 Hamilton Rd, Chermside in the Kittyhawk Room (formally the Community Centre) on November 13 from 2pm, doors open at 1.30pm. Tickets cost $10.

Featuring the Queensland Accordion Orchestra, Jackson and Williams Irish Dance Queensland, Mary Martyn and other guest artists. Free parking, refreshments available for

purchase. Details call Mary on 3172 3652 or email mary.martyn @optusnet.com.au or visit qao.org.au.

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OUR September trip was a visit to Steele Rudd country with morning tea at Picnic Point, Toowoomba, then a look at the lovely prize spring gardens before having lunch at the inspiring Rudd’s Pub. Sister Kenny Museum and the historical On Our Selection area were visited on our return home. Lachlan Berry was our entertainer for our September meeting. Our coach trip for October will be to Wynnum with fish and chips for lunch before going on a guided tour of The Port of Brisbane followed by a delicious afternoon tea at their café overlooking Brisbane City.

The quarterly barbecue was held September 25 at the Greenbank RSL Sub Branch. Our meetings are

held on the second Tuesday of each month, and our coach trips are on the fourth Tuesday of each month at Greenbank RSL. Details call Bev or Ron on 3809 0607 or 0402 094 887

FLORAL ART SOCIETY OF QLD

NEW members and visitors are welcome to attend our October meeting on Monday, October 24 from 9.30am at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Auditorium, Mt Coot-tha.

Meetings include a floral design demonstration or workshop as well as bench work displays of floral art designs exhibited by members.

Monthly meeting admission of $7 is payable at the door and includes tea or coffee before the meeting and a lucky door ticket. If you are interested in dropping in as a visitor or joining as a new member call Heather Prior on 0412 735 483.

More information at floralartsocietyqld.org.a/ or visit our Facebook Page: FASQ – Floral Art Society of Qld.

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before Father’s Day. The farmers who received their packs were over the moon that their city friends had thought of them. A very big thank you to all who contributed.

Those who travelled out to Longreach are still talking about the great time they had. So much to see and the itinerary organised through National Seniors Travel was packed with wonderful things for us to do. We highly recommend this trip. The weather was terrific, fresh mornings and evenings but we were well prepared. The Spirit of the Outback train journey was very comfortable. Very nice meals and lots of laughs in the Tucker Box car. One of the many highlights included a visit to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame.

A wonderful tribute.

There’s nothing better than country hospitality like the sunset dinner evening at Camden Park Station. Great hosts and of course a beautiful sunset.

To round off a very busy month in August a large group headed down to the Wynnum foreshore to enjoy a picnic lunch. Many purchased the freshly cooked seafood from a local shop while some packed their own very interesting picnic lunches.

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BE THRIFTY AND THRIVE NICKY NORMAN TAKE advantage of the great opportunity to explore your local op shops and vintage stores.

You can support your local community, save money and have fun, all while bagging a bargain.

Here’s why: ■ Giving to charity – the money spent on items supports people in need and provides local jobs and volunteering opportunities.

■ Abundance of variety – whether you’re after clothes, shoes, accessories, toys, bikes, homewares, linen or furniture, there are always hidden gems to be found.

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■ Declutter your space – it’s an opportunity to clean out your wardrobe and go through your kitchen cupboards and linen closet and pass on your items to a new home.

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Some items you will need to find from your local op shops to help with your budget high tea include linen – a tablecloth, napkins and a blanket and cushions if it’s picnic style; crockery – plates, teacups and saucers and serving dishes; cutlery – silver service at minimal cost, put them in an old tin or milk jug.

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called up for either of the two schemes operating between 1951 and 1973, or wives/widows thereof.

Conscripts who served countries other than Australia are invited to be associate members.

To discover the benefits of membership, apply for medals to which all Australian nashos are entitled or find a branch near you, call 3324 1277 or visit nashoqld.org.au.

The Brisbane North West branch meets at Gaythorne RSL on the third Sunday of the month (October 16) starting 10.15am.

Visitors and new members welcome. A fter the meeting enjoy Sunday lunch in the RSL dining room.

Call Dave on 3366 3191 or email dlivett@optusnet.com.au for information.

FLORAL FUN: Beryl Robertson with her stunning orchid design. .

Enoggera Memorial Hall at the corner of Trundle and Wardell Sts (refidex 139A10). Open Thursdays from 9am to 1.30pm and at other times by arrangement.

Visitors and new members are welcome and copies of all our publications are readily available.

Details call Dave on 3366 3191 or email edhs.secretary @gmail.com.

ENOGGERA AND DISTRICTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.

IF YOU visit Grovely State School’s 60th anniversary fete on October 8 and/or Mitchelton State School’s centenary celebration on October 22, look for us.

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independent retirees are well informed and strongly represented.

The Association for Independent Retirees Brisbane South meets at 10am on the second Friday of each month at Holland Park Library to provide information and opportunities to discuss financial issues and other retirees’ concerns.

Guest speakers and morning tea are provided.

Visitors are welcome.

Details call Vince Watson on 3219 2421.

Next meeting on October 14 will include a guest speaker on Understanding Dementia.

ARE you excessively tired during the day? Do you wake up feeling unrefreshed? Are you grumpy and moody? You could have sleep apnoea.

Men with obstructive sleep apnoea have repeated partial obstruction of the upper airway during deep sleep and this results in snoring and episodes of ceasing breathing for short periods of time. When this occurs, the oxygen levels in the blood begin to fall and carbon dioxide levels rise until a protective mechanism kicks in and the body is startled to wake from the deep sleep.

Each time the sufferer goes back into the deep sleep, the same thing occurs and this can happen many times during each night. As a result, there is insufficient deep sleep and ongoing tiredness occurs. It’s often your bed partner who notices the snoring, the gasping and tossing and turning, etc. Apart from the tiredness and

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GOOD MEDICINE Dr MICHAEL GILLMAN grumpiness, obstructive sleep apnoea can cause more serious health issues such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, erection problems, low testosterone levels and depression.

Men with obstructive sleep apnoea are two-and-a-half times more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle accident because of decreased concentration and slower reaction times. Most men with obstructive sleep apnoea are overweight however some men will have narrow facial structure or narrow throat and can still have the condition even if they are not overweight. Sleep apnoea is diagnosed with a sleep study which will measure the stages of sleep, the number of

arousals from deep sleep and the oxygen levels.

This study can be done in a sleep laboratory or at your own home. The results are analysed and a diagnosis is made.

Treatment includes losing weight if you are overweight or obese and may include various devices such as mouth splints through to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure masks ( CPAP devices). There are even some surgical options can help if there is an abnormality of the anatomy of the upper throat.

Your sleep physician will advise on the best therapy for your particular condition. So, if your partner says you snore and gasp at night, it would be worthwhile seeing your GP for a referral for a sleep study.

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Fulfilling dreams and filling pages

Becoming a writer in her 50s, Maggie’s sixth book is on shelves Ann Rickard

CALLING all would-be writers who think they may have a book in them but have never dared to take to the pen or keyboard.

It is never too late.

Maggie Christensen has just completed her sixth novel, and she did not start writing until she was in her 50s.

“I decided to fulfil a lifelong dream to become an author inspired by English author Marcia Willett and Australian author Liz Byrski, both who began publishing fiction in their 50s,” Maggie said.

“I decided maybe I could do it too. Both (these authors) write about older women.”

It’s Maggie’s belief older women are either ignored in literature or portrayed as stereotypes on the periphery of the main story, which she has helped change through her characters.

“For most of my career

my writing consisted of course materials, reports, submissions and conference papers,” she said.

“I’d always wanted to write fiction and in my 50s I started by taking a couple of correspondence and online courses. But they had me writing short stories which I didn’t enjoy. I then wrote two Mills & Boon books which I submitted for publication. But I didn’t enjoy reading Mills & Boon so I thought I should write books I wanted to read: stories about mature women.”

Like all authors with a completed manuscript, finding a publisher was almost impossible.

Maggie tried to go through the traditional route, submitting manuscripts to agents and publishers, and like thousands of hopeful writers all over the world she received more than her share of rejection letters.

“I received nice letters back but saying my books didn’t fit their lists,” Maggie said.

“So I decided if I wanted to write about mature woman I’d have to publish myself. It’s been a steep learning curve, but I enjoy being in total control of my publications and my deadlines.”

Self-publishing is a challenging journey and fraught with hurdles.

Surmounting them can be more difficult than actually writing your book.

“A number of things have helped me in my journey to publication,” Maggie said. “I’ve discovered the writing community in Australia is an incredibly supportive one. I belong to several associations ... I find it is important to associate with other authors, to share manuscripts and ideas and to have a critique partner, someone who sees the raw draft of each novel and helps with the process. I have a team

of people who work with me to publish each book.

I’vebeen fortunate in having the support of local bookshops and libraries and promote my books with book signings and through Facebook and Twitter. It’s thrilling to receive positive reviews and to have strangers tell me how much they enjoy my books and how they make them feel good and inspire them.”

Maggie published her first book, Band of Gold, in 2014 when she was in her late 60s.

“It has never occurred to me that age is a barrier,” she said.

“I believe older women and the events which impact on their lives are often ignored in literature or they are portrayed as stereotypes on the periphery of the main story and often with the characteristics of much older characters. Life for older women presents similar and different challenges to their

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younger counterparts.

They still look for a happy ever after (ending), but theirs may include stepchildren, teenage stepchildren and ex-partners with their issues.”

Maggie’s books celebrate mature women who have found a reason to live and love in later life. In Band Of Gold, Anna, is devastated when

her husband of 25 years places his wedding ring on the kitchen table on Christmas morning and says: “I don’t want to be married anymore”.

Broken Threads is the story of Anna’s sister, Jan, beginning with Jan’s son being killed, following the family’s descent into grief and blame.

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WIN A $69,990* CARAVAN Celebrate the modern-day retirement lifestyle. Palm Lake Resort has just released a set of fun stickers perfect for the back of your car, caravan or RV (or just about anywhere!) and to celebrate Seniors Newspapers is giving away a Majestic Caravans ‘Garoova’ valued at $69,990* inc GST. For your chance to win, simply take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker in it, log on to www.seniorsnews.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry.

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Up-size: best fit for you?

TUNED UP FOR THE THIRD AGE PAUL McKEON IF YOU’RE looking for a property better suiting your lifestyle, buy in conjunction with your adult children. You can buy and renovate, or build a property big enough for two families, which gives a lifestyle at a lower cost.

This co-ownership agreement offers flexibility and asset protection.

Examples include: ■ Buying a block of land to build a dwelling that satisfies the living requirements of both.

■ Buying land containing a duplex, two townhouses or two villas and each can live in a separate home on the

same block.

■ A widowed parent could build a granny flat on to their adult child’s house.

Seek legal advice relating to your own situation, but generally speaking, co-ownership agreements offer legal protection to both parties.

A common solution is to have a joint tenancy agreement. This provides good protection to the younger generation, as the deceased parents’ share automatically gets passed to them. This means other siblings can’t force the younger generation to leave the property after their parents have died.

Depending on the will, compensation may be paid to siblings, which should be spelt out in the agreement. Visit mylifechange.com.au for more information.

WOLF WOODWINDS: Queensland Symphony Orchestra brings Peter and the Wolf to life on stage.

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Not scared of the big bad wolf IT’S A story of adventure and enchantment, and has been performed thousands of times around the world – and after 80 years, Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf is still a much-loved musical today.

On October 23, at 11.30am, in a one-off

matinee event the Queensland Symphony Orchestra brings it to life, with narration by actor Jason Klarwein.

Russian Sergei Prokofiev composed Peter and the Wolf in 1936 to cultivate musical tastes in children from the first

years of school. Eight decades later, this tale lives on in the hearts of children young and old.

Jason, who recently directed Queensland Theatre’s St Mary’s In Exile and Macbeth, said he remembered listening to Peter and the Wolf as a child.

“I am really thrilled and excited that so many children will get to experience this wonderful performance first-hand next month with QSO,” he said.

Tickets cost $21 an adult and $17 a child.

Book via qso.com.au, or call 3833 5044.

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Seeds can be sown direct into a sunny spot in the garden (or pot) or can also be raised in trays of Yates Seed Raising Mix. Seeds take 14–21 days to germinate and should be kept moist during germination and establishment. It takes around 12 weeks for Salvia ‘Blue Bedder’ to flower. . Cut the plants back after flushes of flowers to encourage new growth.

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Growing tips for month of October THE middle of spring is yet another wonderful time for gardeners. Plants are smothered in fresh foliage and flowers, many fruit trees show the promise of their summer harvest and the vegie patch is humming. Happy gardening everyone!

Beautiful blueberries IF home grown, freshly picked blueberries sound tempting, then it’s time to find a spot at your place for a blueberry bush or two.

Blueberries generally prefer warm days and cool nights however there are now varieties available to suit a range of climates (including warmer areas) such as Blueberry Burst.

Blueberries prefer an acidic, well drained soil. In areas with alkaline soil (a pH higher than 7), applications of Yates Soil

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Acidifier Liquid Sulfur every month will help lower the soil pH. Some blueberries can also be grown in pots. Choose good quality potting mix such as Yates Premium Potting Mix and a large pot to give them enough room to grow.

Blueberries will benefit from regular applications of a complete plant food during spring.

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Spring citrus care Citrus trees have a shallow root system which can be prone to drying out. As citrus trees are flowering and setting their new crop of fruit during spring, it’s important not to let citrus dry out as trees can drop their fruit if drought stressed.

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Regularly applying Yates Dynamic Lifter Organic Plant Food around the root zone of citrus will help increase the soil’s organic matter content and its ability to store moisture.

After applying Yates Dynamic Lifter, adding a layer of organic mulch around the roots will also help to reduce moisture loss and as it breaks down will add further important organic matter to the soil.

A key pest of citrus during spring is Bronze Orange Bug (or BOB as we like to call him!).

BOB, sometimes referred to as a stink bug, is an insect pest that sucks the sap from new leaves and fruit stalks, causing leaves to wilt and die and developing fruit to fall from the tree.

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Simply asparagus

MOST seniors are aware of the health benefits of asparagus, you don’t need telling, and besides, it tastes good.

Asparagus is nature’s antioxidant, one of the top vegetables for its ability to neutralise cell-damaging free-radicals and, according to research, may help slow the ageing process. Asparagus is also a brain booster, helping brains fight cognitive decline.

It is an excellent source of vitamin K, folate, copper, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin C and vitamin E. So let’s eat more of it, and while we’re at it, show off to our family and friends with these very swish asparagus and smoked salmon rolls with horseradish cream.

Seafood and spears –

what a great combination and these little rolls are bursting with flavour and goodness.

Cooking time: 1 minute Serves 4 Ingredients ❚ 10 asparagus spears, woody ends removed ❚ 4 slices smoked salmon ❚ Lemon juice, sprigs of dill and salmon roe, to serve ❚ Horseradish Cream: ❚ 1 tablespoon sour cream ❚ 1 tablespoon cream cheese ❚ 2 teaspoons horseradish cream ❚ 2 teaspoons chopped dill ❚ Small sprigs of dill to serve ❚ Salmon roe to serve (optional) Blanch asparagus until tender crisp but still bright

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green. Cut spears in half and then set aside.

To prepare Horseradish Cream, combine all ingredients.

Cut each salmon slice into 10cm x 5cm pieces.

Place on board and spread each slice with a little of the Horseradish Cream. Top with 4 pieces of asparagus and roll into a neat small parcel.

Squeeze a little lemon

Briefly blanch chive leaves to soften and use to tie up salmon rolls into neat bundles.

For delicious variation include avocado slices or cucumber strips in roll and serve garnished with pearls of finger lime.

For this recipe to be gluten free, avoid using stocks, sauces and condiments containing wheat. Take care to check ingredient labels on all products you use.

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Arrange rolls on serving plates. Top each roll with a small sprig of dill and, if using, spoon a little salmon roe on top.

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Catch Up With

Mal Leyland This November

“Travel all over the countryside … ask the Leyland, ask the Leyland.. ask the Leyland brothers!”

Forty plus years after the song was made, Mal Leyland is still travelling the countryside and has never graduated to anything more luxurious than his caravan.

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Seniors tips to staying fit Dr Maria Boulton

Physical activity You lose muscle at a faster rate than you gain it. You don’t have to become a gym-junkie, just find an activity you enjoy.

It can be as diverse as walking your dog, Tai Chi, Pilates or dancing. A physiotherapist can create a strengthening program

HEALTHY HEART: Nutrition is an essential building block.

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Nutrition Some people over the age of 50 do not eat enough protein (lean meats, dairy, legumes).

Protein is an essential building block for muscles and it helps in the healing process. Fruit, vegetables and dairy are also essential for a healthier immune system and a more energetic you.

Exercising the mind Your brain also needs exercising. You can do this with games such as Scrabble, crossword puzzles or by learning something new like a language or a dance

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Being happy in yourself Being fulfilled with your role in life as a parent, grandparent, sibling, volunteer, worker, retiree or traveller is essential for your happiness. If you are not happy with where you find yourself in life then now is a good time to reassess how you can get back to your goals and values.

Healthy bones Both men and women are at risk of osteoporosis which increases the risk of fractures such as hip fractures. Osteoporosis Australia has a great website with added information. Ask your GP about how to reduce your risk of osteoporosis.

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Some seemingly cheap home loans – with a lower interest rate – can be laden with fees, which makes them not so cheap at all.

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But if it comes with upfront fees of $800 and monthly fees of $35, the comparison rate will rise to 4.22%, which is far higher than the stated interest rate.

The downside of the comparison rate is that it is typically based on a $150,000 loan payable over 25 years.

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This is something to look for as extra repayments are essential in reducing your overall interest bill and farewelling the mortgage sooner.

Best of all, even small additional repayments can be highly effective in cutting years and potentially thousands of dollars from the cost of your home loan. * Paul Clitheroe is a founding director of financial planning firm ipac, Chairman of the Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and chief commentator for Money Magazine.

Age Pension and Newstart safe FOR those on the Age Pension the future looks somewhat brighter, with an increase in their payment rate to come into effect from September 20.

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travel Alaska’s rich history Ann Rickard

FOR SENIORS who insist on comfort when they travel but like a bit of robust adventure, the options are often limited.

A cruise to Alaska tops the list if you enjoy frontier towns with a rich past and don’t mind the occasional bawdy saloon.

Holland America’s mid-sized ship, Nieuw Amsterdam, is your go-to for luxury and adventure. It took us to Inside Passage on a week-long round trip from Vancouver, visiting Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan.

The ship docked in the heart of each town – easy to disembark to explore on foot and later go into the wilds for offshore excursions involving seaplanes, helicopters and trains.

The raw beauty of Alaska’s frontier towns with their rainforest mountainsides, serene waterways and beautiful lakes played backdrop to an undiscovered world to us.

In Juneau we stepped back in time at the Red Dog Saloon, where the raspy voice of the old bloke on the piano brought to vivid life the heyday of the glorious gold mining era.

In Skagway, the boom town

gateway to the Klondike Gold Fields, it wasn’t difficult to imagine the town packed with 20,000 feverish gold seekers.

The historic buildings are protected and most of them are home to jewellery stores.

In Ketchikan, the Creek Street Historic District was once a notorious red-light district (1902–54) but is now a boardwalk above Ketchikan Creek. The old houses of ill-repute are now home to respectable gift shops, although Dolly’s House, where the infamous Madam Dolly lived and worked from 1919–70, is now a museum.

From Skagway we boarded a train for the White Pass Railroad trip, a journey giving insight into the vision to build a railroad under hazardous conditions to get hopefuls to the goldfields by train rather than journey on horse and foot over treacherous land.

Tunnelling through mountains, building bridges and sky-high trestles on turns of 16 degrees was difficult enough in the 1800s without also freezing winters to contend with.

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From Ketchikan we took a seaplane for an exhilarating 20-minute flight to Neets Bay, gliding over the mountain peaks of Revillagigedo Island.

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A coffee with Vienna Behold the history, tradition and delectable baked treats

EAT, DRINK AND BE KERRY KERRY HEANEY IN VIENNA, a cup of coffee and a piece of cake is much more than a quick refresher.

Surrounded by history and tradition, Viennese coffee culture is so important it has even made the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Don’t go to Vienna on a diet as there are temptations on every corner. As a traveller, it behoves you to partake.

Here’s eight Viennese food traditions to experience.

1. Melange coffee When coffee first came to Vienna, the strong, intense flavour of the beans was a surprise to the Viennese. Some smart person decided to ‘sweeten’ freshly brewed coffee with hot milk, which became known as the ‘Wiener melange’. I would swap my normal skinny cappuccino for one any day and it’ll be the first thing I have when I return.

2. Apple strudel With or without crumbs? That’s the hot question when it comes to making a strudel. Head to the Cafe Residenz Apfelstrudelshow Schonbrunn at Schloss Schonbrunn, Kavalierstrakt 52, to see them make this traditional Viennese dessert, from slicing the apples to rolling the thin dough. I’ve tried my hand at this and it wasn’t half bad. Visit my blog for a recipe.

3. Bundt cake Marmorgugelhupf is a marble bundt cake eaten

by Emperor Franz Joseph for breakfast, daily. The cake takes its shape from the grooved sides of the pan but the recipe varies.

It’s a classic afternoon tea cake or Sunday breakfast cake for the not-so-royal.

4. Mannerschnitten These Neopolitan wafers, you’ll recognise the classic pink wrapper, are available from the Manner store at Stephansplatz 7.

They were invented by Mr Manner (of course) in 1898 in honour of Emperor Franz Josef’s golden jubilee.

5. Demel K. & K. Located in Kohlmarkt 14 in a former imperial court, this confectioner show kitchen hosts visitors who watch the patissiers weave their magic. It’s busy, but worth the push through to the back to see the action. The sales and serving staff have been exclusively female at Demel for 200 years.

6. Cafe Sacher The chefs at the five-star Hotel Sacher, Philharmonikerstrasse 4, have been baking Sashertorte, a chocolate cake with apricot jam and chocolate glaze, from a secret recipe since 1876. There have been court cases over who invented the recipe.

7. Brasserie and Bakery, The Guesthouse Located between the State Opera and Stephansplatz, right next to the world-famous Albertina museum, The Guesthouse Vienna serves all-day breakfast and a special coffee roast made by Naber Kaffee.

Designed by Sir Terrance Conran, it exudes a feeling of ‘home away from home’, with a quiet, relaxed elegance and plenty of life’s little luxuries.

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Marmorgugelhupf, marble bundt cake. PHOTO: KERRY HEANEY

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Coffee and cake is a Viennese tradition. PHOTO: KERRY HEANEY

8. Cafe Landtmann Taking a prime corner position, Franz Landtmann opened Cafe Landtmann, one of Vienna’s most elegant cafes, in 1873 at the start of the coffee house tradition. Patrons at Landtmann have

included Sigmund Freud, Marlene Dietrich, Romy Schnieider, Paul McCartney, Hillary Clinton ... and Kerry Heaney.

Kerry stayed in Vienna as a guest of The Guesthouse and Vienna Tourist Board.

The apple strudel is a must-try.

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Opulent Princess cruise Majestic Princess dubbed the most luxurious ship in fleet MAJESTIC Princess will offer guests enticing features and experiences, including two new specialty restaurants.

Harmony, created in partnership with chef Richard Chen, formerly of Wynn Las Vegas (North America’s first Chinese restaurant awarded a Michelin star), will serve haute Chinese cuisine – Chef Chen’s interpretation of classic Cantonese dishes.

Le Bistrot will offer casual French home-style dining with a modern twist. Reminiscent of a Parisian bistro, it offers dishes like traditional escargot casseroles, braised ox tongue and mushroom ragout, along with baguettes, tarts and pastries.

Popular culinary offerings from sister ships Royal Princess and Regal Princess will be aboard Majestic Princess, including the exclusive Chef’s Table Lumiere, the award-winning Crown Grill and Bar and Alfredo’s, named after Princess

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To top it off, a wide selection of all-day gastronomy in the World Fresh Marketplace is where guests can taste flavours from around the world.

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European marble, mosaic tile floors, polished woods and sumptuous fabrics are featured on board the ship alongside plush custom-designed carpets and hand-tufted rugs.

More than 80% of the staterooms include a private balcony and the new Princess Luxury bed, featuring a custom-made mattress developed by United States sleep expert Dr Michael Breus.

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Walking in a lost city ❝

Go early and pack a lunch for taste of adventure in history Rae Wilson

THERE’S something infinitely charming about wandering through ancient cities. The wonderment of what came before. Darting in and out of ruins imagining what life must have been like for the previous inhabitants.

Petra and Jerash are two such marvels in Jordan that are must-sees in the Middle East.

Petra – one of the new seven wonders of the world – is carved into the rose-coloured rocky mountains in the country’s south.

Considered an architectural masterpiece, the once “lost” city is also significant for strategic reasons.

Inhabited since prehistoric times, it was turned it into a caravan trading centre for Arabian incense, Chinese silks and Indian spices by the Nabatean civilisation.

While there are some free-standing buildings, many are carved into the

rock and must have taken many years to create.

Entry is through mountains riddled with passages and gorges, which kept the city hidden from westerners for a long time.

It’s a bit of fun as you turn the corner in the Siq, a narrow passage leading to the rose city, to see the treasury building made famous at the end of an Indiana Jones movie.

If you get there early enough you can even catch a selfie without the hordes of tourists who arrive later in the day.

For a more special treat that not all tourists go to, hike the 900 rock steps to the Monastery building.

If you’re a fan of the Transformers on the big screen, the Monastery might look rather familiar too.

It’s a bit of a hike, about 45 minutes to an hour to rise and 30-40 minutes to descend but well worth it.

Take a picnic lunch and set yourself up at one of the viewpoints just above

Ducking and weaving through the almost secret passageways in the tombs to find yourself on the edge of a mini cliff face, then working out how to get to the next tomb, is a great adventure.

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the Monastery to take it all in.

Back down in the valley, the street of tombs makes for a gorgeous photo from a distance.

Ducking and weaving through the almost secret passageways in the tombs to find yourself on the edge of a mini cliff face, then working out how to get to the next tomb, is a

great adventure.

If you’re not already tuckered out after seeing the colonnaded street, the church and the tombs then you can run up another 600 steps to the high place of sacrifice too.

Jerash, just north the capital of Amman, is a striking scramble of ancient ruins set against a typical Middle East city.

The ruins of colonnaded streets, temples, baths, arches and an amphitheatre evoke images of togas, leafy headdresses and great feasts.

Sitting in the theatre is another great chance to reflect on what shows they came to watch.

Walking up the colonnaded streets, you

can picture the bustling community that once was.

Hidden for centuries under sand until its restoration over the past 70 years, Jerash is considered one of the best-preserved Roman provincial towns but the Arabic influences on the once popular trading hub are evident too.

These two cities are just some of what Jordan has to offer.

And the country’s close proximity to Israel means Jerusalem and Bethlehem are also a stone’s throw away.

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Follow pilgrims’ steps in Italy’s countryside It isn’t just walking enthusiasts who will enjoy this Italian trek Ann Rickard

EVEN those who dislike walking will change their mind as they ramble through glorious countryside and happen upon hilltop villages of infinite charm.

Italy has many famous walks, including the Cinque Terre, and now, according to active travel specialist UTracks, it is only a matter of time before Italy’s pilgrimage walk, the Via Francigena, becomes as popular as the Camino Way. UTracks general manager Kate Baker says they are experiencing an interest surge for Italy’s answer to Camino de Santiago.

“More and more travellers are embarking on this long distance hike from high up in the Alps to

St Peter’s Cathedral in Rome,” Kate explains.

As one of the three most important pilgrimage routes in Europe, alongside the Camino de Santiago and the peace trail of the Jerusalem Way, the Via Francigena is gaining serious attention.

UTracks’ records show bookings for the Via Francigena walking tours are up 26% this year.

“Part of the appeal...is that it welcomes about 1200 walkers a year as opposed to the 200,000 plus on the Camino,” Kate said.

“And unlike the Camino, which resulted in many towns springing up along the French route, the Via Francigena was structured to run from abbey to abbey, meandering through Italy’s spectacular countryside and classic

historical towns and cities such as Parma, Siena, Florence, Lucca, Orvieto and Rome. We can confidently report that walking routes that are not only picturesque, but also culturally and historically rich, are of

high interest among our clients. Routes that offer authentic gourmet experiences are also increasingly becoming a significant deciding factor when picking tours. All of these considerations have no doubt contributed to

the growing interest in the Via Francigena.”

Kate adds it is only a matter of time before the Via Francigena becomes as popular as the Camino, noting that the Camino started off with about 1800 visitors a year in the 1980s.

With best-selling books and a Hollywood movie espousing the trail’s beauty and spiritual benefits, the numbers soon soared.

Pilgrims walking the Via Francigena will receive a ‘credential’’, which is stamped en route to the holy city.

Upon arrival and provided they have walked 100km consecutively to reach Rome, they will receive their Testimonium.

This is the counterpart of the Compostela, which is obtained on completion of the Camino de Santiago.

Historically, this document was important

for the pilgrim on his return home to prove the pilgrimage was fulfilled, and his vows discharged.

So if you appreciate unspoilt scenery, the luxury of space and the ability to fully experience the true essence of the Via Francigena, consider doing the walk sooner rather than later, that is, before the masses set in.

UTracks offers nine Via Francigena walking tours, eight of which cover sections from the St Bernard Pass on the Swiss border to St Peter’s in Rome.

While the seven-day tours are proving most popular at this stage, the 14-day Food Lover’s itinerary is becoming a favourite. It includes a variety of food and wine tastings, cooking classes and an opportunity to indulge in some Italy’s best products and dishes.

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“We will be calling on our years of experience to create happy memories for people.”

As well as party, history and corporate cruises, Brisbane Star operates a seniors’ cruise.

“The Brisbane Seniors’ Cruises start at 9.30am from Southbank and returns around 1.30pm,” Mrs Heffernan said.

“Morning tea (scones, jam, cream) and a light lunch (sandwiches) are served.”

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Although Brisbane Star can take 100 passengers, the Heffernans like to cap the number at 60, to give guests plenty of room to move about on the boat.

“The Brisbane River is just beautiful,” Mrs Heffernan said.

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Be inspired and get creative

CRAFT & Quilt Fair will provide a place to shop, learn, make and be inspired at Brisbane Exhibition Centre, South Bank, from October 5 to 9.

This much-anticipated event offers a stunning range of exhibitions, displays, hands-on activities, guest artists, free demonstrations, workshops and more for you to get crafty.

This year, the fair welcomes world-renowned artisan Akiko Ike, who brings the Chiku Chiku exhibition to South Bank.

The onomatopoeic term chiku chiku refers to the sound of the needle passing through the thread and has been described as meditative and therapeutic, invoking a sense of calm and is said to even encourage dreaming.

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NATURE’S DESIGN: Don’t miss Saffron Craig’s inspired styles .

WORLD RENOWNED: Artisan Akiko Ike will show her creations.

and painter, Saffron Craig, will run classes for visitors to learn about the versatile art of screen printing and fabric painting.

Inspired by nature, beginners and advanced artisans can learn techniques associated with layering colour to create texture and depth at her painting fabric workshops.

SAlt’s ‘Inner Journeys’ offers an introspective new instalment which showcases South Australian textile artists, the SAlt group.

New to the fair this year is a unique display of beautiful dream catchers.

The contemporary take on these modern gems will have you inspired to get creative and make your own.

The Best of Australia

winning quilt and all states’ Best of Show from 2015 will be on show at this year’s fair.

The Queensland Quilters’ annual exhibition is a highlight at the fair, with hundreds of glorious quilts on display, made by Queensland Quilt Guild members – it’s a must see.

More than 60 sessions/workshops each day will bring seminar-style talks, demonstrations and floor talks, as well as hands-on ‘make and take’ classes to provide visitors with the knowledge and skills to get started on a new creative project, and learn from the many experts on hand.

Retailers at the show have an outstanding range of material to choose from and this event is the ideal place to stock up on hard to find products, learn

new techniques from artists and designers, and be inspired to craft and create – all under one roof.

Shopping is breathtaking with the craft materials available.

CRAFT & QUILT ❚ WHAT: Craft & Quilt Fair ❚ WHERE: Brisbane Exhibition Centre, South Bank ❚ WHEN: October 5-9, 2016 ❚ TIMES: 9am to 4.30pm daily ❚ COST: Adults $19; age & disability pensioners $17; seniors card holders $18; children 5 to 16 years $9, children under 5 years free. ❚ BOOK: Buy tickets at the door, or visit craftevents.com.au

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Italian passion in Brisbane LA DOLCE vita comes to Brisbane, with colour, music, art, food and wine – all in a day.

Festitalia brings all things Italian to Brisbane on October 9, with a line-up of artists, entertainers and cuisine.

Brisbane’s Italian Consulate and Canberra’s Italian Embassy present the event at Spencer Park, Newmarket.

Join internationally acclaimed Sbandieratori Sansepolcro Flagthrowers and ARIA-award winner Cosima De Vito, with Diletta Luna, the Tarantella dancers and Xpresso musicians joining her on stage.

Food stalls pay tribute to Italian cuisine, while My Kitchen Rules’ favourites Luciano and Martino share their food passion.

Tickets cost $6 concession, $10 adults, children under 12 are free.

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Avi returns to Brisbane Berlin-based Israeli Avi Avital performs for one night only

AVITAL EXCITES: Dubbed one of the world’s best, Avi Avital is an adventurous musician.

AVI AVITAL is back by popular demand, but for one night only on November 8.

Avital will lead the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra in a mandolin exploration.

Australian Brandenburg Orchestra artistic director Paul Dyer says he is proud to present Avital to audiences, following his sell-out 2014 debut.

“Avi has charisma, sparkle, sensitivity and a disarming musical depth,” Paul explains.

“He holds the audience and those he shares the stage with in the palm of his hand, and then famously captures the moment in a selfie.”

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The old Gentleman in Red will be travelling with surprises for the kids.

The steam train will depart Roma St Station at 11.15am and will travel via

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The historic timberbodied carriages were mainly constructed in the 1904-1910 era.

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CutCommon’s Ben Nielsen likened him to some of the world’s best rock legends.

“Avital engages the audience like the Mick Jaggers or Jimi Hendrix of the world, but his is a far more delicate musical proposition,” Ben says.

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From first picking up the mandolin at the age of eight in Israel, to studying the instrument in Padova, Italy, Avital says he continues to forge new ground for the mandolin and open the world’s ears to its potential.

“When I hold the mandolin, it is so much part of me, my voice,” he explains.

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Together with the Brandenburg musicians, audiences will enjoy lightness, virtuosity and romantic sonority.

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PINE Rivers will host an open day on Friday, November 18, from 9.30am until noon, to raise awareness for

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Come along to the Strathpine Community Centre, Mecklem St, Strathpine.

Meet the tutors, classes, activities, social events and friendships.

There will be displays of craft, computers, wood turning, weights for mates.

Entertainment with the U3A band, choir and circle dancers will perform.

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The natural way of things TWO women awaken from a drugged sleep to find themselves imprisoned in an abandoned property in the middle of a desert.

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