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The bold & adventurous Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor SERENDIPITY – the fact of finding interesting or valuable things by chance. That’s the meaning assigned to this lovely word by the Cambridge dictionary. For me it means receiving an email from 98-year-old Erica Holmes who skillfully put together words describing how she was living through her ninth decade of life. A little more communication revealed a woman who lived her life with intelligence and high adventure (seriously, to date sword-swallowing has not entered my life). Our reporter Alison Houston went onto speak with Erica and produced a fascinating two-page feature. Begone ageing stereotypes! Our front cover personality Sarah Jane Adams challenges the idea of frumpy, invisible older women as she expresses her fearless fashion choices, ethos and ideas to the world through various social media channels. I love her motto – Wrinkles Are My Stripes. Think you might like to do the same, then check out our blogging feature and prepare to send your ideas into the blogosphere.
Senior’s living accommodation is also benefiting from fresh and innovate thinking. Woollams Construction GM Danny Hammon has contributed a column talking about the great new architectural angles that are redesigning the world of retirement living. To complement this article you will find a list of the latest moves in retirement villages. This month another global adventurer Paul Coffey leads us through the French countryside and over to England. I love reading these first-hand accounts detailing the real deal without fuss or fanfare. As always, special thanks to all of the people who contributed to our community news pages. It’s a pleasure to publish your articles and pictures. Find us online at seniorsnews.com.au
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The musical Hair is back in Brisbane.
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Hair opened in June 1969 amid rumours of bomb threats, police raids and jail
GIMME HAIR: It’s all hanging out – hair, clothes, languages and lots of memories.
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Hair back to makes waves Kerry Heaney IT’S BEEN 50 years since the tribal rock musical Hair sent former Queensland premier Joh Bjelke-Peterson into a spin over its full-frontal nudity and use of four-letter words. Brought to Australia by the legendary Harry M. Miller and hugely controversial because of its sexual liberation themes, Hair premiered at the Metro Theatre in Kings Cross in 1969. Complete with bell-bottoms, trippy tunes and the infamous nude scene, it pushed many
boundaries and launched the careers of Reg Livermore, John Waters and Marcia Hines. Joh banned the record in Queensland on the grounds of blasphemy and launched police raids to seize copies from record shops. Somehow the record still found its way into my house. Now Hair is back, complete with the nude scene and non-politically correct language. Maverick theatre producer David M. Hawkins is touring this timeless tale of revolution and radicalism in Australia starring Hugh Sheridan, Paulini and Prinnie Stevens.
Hair pushed boundaries and caused an uproar when it first came to Australia. There are two performances at Home of the Arts on the Gold Coast on October 11 and 12. Brisbane local and
original 1969 cast member Berys Marsh (aka Bes Marshall), played Sheila in the Sydney production for two years and Jeannie in the
Melbourne production for a few months. She recalls how Hair changed her life. “My friends thought Hair an unusual undertaking for a squarish 30-ish non-singer/dancer but hey, whatever,” she said. “My parents, however, were totally appalled when I broke the news to them, particularly as Queensland’s premier Joh had chosen that particular day to ban the record. “Hair opened in June 1969 amid rumours of bomb threats, police raids and jail for its performers. “None of this seemed
to ruffle the cast but I can’t speak for the management.” Berys said that after the opening things became somewhat calmer and she noticed a gradual change in audiences. “The smart young crowds were morphing into bus loads from the outer suburbs,” she said. “Hair seemed to have become a bridge between the counter-culture and straight Australia. “To a great extent, it swept away the remnants of ’50s mentality and morality.” Find out more at www. hairthemusical.com.au.
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‘Wrinkles are Think again: Sarah Jane Adams is challenging Gail Forrer
NEW WOMAN: Sixty-four-year-old Sarah Jane Adams shapes her image through personality, a little defiance and plenty of colour.
IN SOME ways Sarah Jane Adams is in line with myriad mature-age role models who are defying ageing stereotypes, but in other ways she steps way out of line. Sarah Jane uses the phrase “My wrinkles are my stripes” as a sub-heading to her flourishing Instagram account @saramaijewels that boasts more than 180,000 followers and counting. Her naturally grey hair, her vibrant sense of offbeat fashion – think Adidas mixed with styles ranging from colourful Indian fabrics to op-shop cast-offs and defiant poses – blows her out of the average demographic. And so does her penchant for living life her own way. The English born, 64-year-old antique jewellery dealer and jewellery designer has been happily married for more than a couple of decades, and while the couple live in the same Sydney street, they live in
separate houses at opposite ends of the street. Among other things, she says it’s a great way to stay fit. “I’ll sometimes walk 20 kilometres a day, going up and down,” Sarah-Jane said. The thing is, although she has been offered
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various business opportunities, Sarah-Jane Adams is not likely to come out as a champion for fads in fitness, weight loss, super foods or cosmetic surgery. Indeed, just because she has a certain amount of notoriety doesn’t mean
she is suddenly going to lose herself in a pile of superficial endorsements. Nevertheless, she’s keen to say she’s quite happy if that’s what you want to do. She recently declined a job to model “under’’ garments – which would have meant baring much of her body (which by the way has not changed size since her youth). “You will rarely see me show more than my ankle or down from my elbow,” she declared. “As an older woman I can’t see how you can be empowered by stripping to your underwear. “I see it as tokenism.” And she’s not falling for any revamped sexual image of the older woman. “I am not sexual, I am post-menopausal – I am not over 60 and sexy,” she emphatically states. “And it is a great relief not to be burdened by desires of the flesh.” Sarah-Jane reveals that she is sticking to the same style of sensible CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
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my stripes’ stereotypes of the older woman FROM PAGE 4 underwear, including the “passion killer’’ cotton knickers that she has worn her entire life. But the no-frills underwear is in line with her desire for a lifestyle of simplicity. “I have downsized,” she says. This means the assortment of products sent to her by various businesses looking for her endorsement are very simply not wanted or accepted. “What do I want them for? “At this stage of life, I’m giving things away.” Sarah Jane’s Instagram fame started with one of her adult twin daughters posting a photo of her that went viral. She has kept it up and especially enjoys the connection she has made with people around the world including Ari Seth Cohen, the photographer who has famously snapped unique ageing fashionistas in various global destinations. Sarah Jane grew up in
England and was well-groomed in conservative English traditions, but her natural independence, outspoken personality and desire for adventure led her to discover rock bands, second-hand clothing markets, obscure pieces of jewellery and the joy of overseas travel. In her youth, she describes herself as “bolshie’’ and “out there’’. A young woman determined to run her own race, which has meant creating her own work. “I have always made my own way and been self-employed,” she said. Her travels have led her to the place she calls her spiritual home – India. “I have been to India more times than I can count,” she says. India is the home of yoga and Sarah Jane, who has been a daily practitioner since her late 50s, says she lives her life from a yogic perspective. “Only a small aspect of yoga is physical exercise.” Her overall philosophy incorporates living
consciously and being able to say: “This is me and it’s OK.” “For the elders who can accept themselves, there comes freedom,” she said. “Acceptance is freedom.” These days she said she would rather grow old gracefully than disgracefully, and that means there are no disguises. She explained that one day, while walking along a city street, a sales assistant accosted her and brought her into a store to put the latest miracle facial cream on her. “Once the salesgirl mentioned anti-ageing cream, I was out of there,” Sarah Jane said. And of course, that’s why she says: “My wrinkles are my stripes.” Instagram: @saramaijewels Facebook: Search for saramai.jewels Pinterest: Search for sarah-jane-adams
Sarah Jane Adams peeling back the layers.
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Practical levels of living A new development has thought about every angle Kerry Heaney ONE OF Brisbane’s closest waterside retirement communities, Stockland’s $70 million Newport Retirement Living village has opened on the Redcliffe Peninsula. Along with 125 two and three-bedroom apartments and dedicated carpark spaces, the development includes some of the new must-haves for seniors along with sustainability options. The more than 200 residents will have features that have become increasingly common in retirement villages, such as a gym and swimming pool, library and alfresco barbecue area. Not so common is the lake view residents’ bar and billiards room. There are also racks for kayaks and stand-up paddle boards to promote active lifestyles, as well as an in-built bike fixer and
pump so residents can maintain their bikes. Sustainability initiatives include either north or east-facing aspects for 74 per cent of apartments to provide optimal orientation in the Queensland climate. This allows for passive temperature control in summer and winter, reducing residents’ overall energy bills. The lush tropical gardens will be maintained by 40,000L of rainwater tanks. Not using town water saves residents money by reducing their monthly fees. The pool is heated using an energy-efficient electric heat pump. Liveability has also been a design focus. The apartments have wider hallways, a bathroom with noggings for future grab rails and step-free pathways from the car to the front door. According to Stockland, the most common requests from seniors are
NEW LIVING: Newport's communal podium and pool add a little luxury to your retirement. for rooms for different activities, such as a room for when the grandkids stay the night, an arts and crafts room or a space to play the piano. Seniors also want more
storage functions, access to amenities and scenic water views. A space that can act as an extension to their own home such as common lounge spaces and, of
course, a village manager on site are also on the list. You don’t have to say goodbye to Fido either. Newport Retirement Living is pet-friendly, with
amenities to support pets including grass yards for ground-floor apartments and large terraces. The development caters to a range of buyers with different types of homes.
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Jump on the bus — it’s free HOW TO TRAVEL
Kerry Heaney SENIORS who don’t mind avoiding the clogged-up transport rush hour can now slice dollars off their travel costs. Brisbane City Council has introduced free off-peak travel for seniors, with a go card to improve their access and engagement in the community. Next time you board a Brisbane bus, CityCat or ferry after 8.30am and before 3.30pm, you won’t have to pay. Free travel also applies from 7pm at night until 6am in the morning and even at weekends. The changes were introduced on October 1. Passengers holding a seniors go card just tap on and off as usual but will be not be charged. Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said it was all about making it easier for seniors to enjoy Brisbane’s lifestyle and leisure opportunities all year round. “I want to give back to the generations who have worked hard and
Free travel option starts on October 1 on Brisbane buses, CityCats and ferries from 8.30am–3.30pm and then 7pm–6am Monday to Friday, and also on buses all day and night at weekends
EASY TO GET AROUND: Brisbane’s CityCats are a great way to explore the river city and now seniors can do it for free. contributed so much to help build our city and our community,” Cr Schrinner said. “You must be travelling on a go card to get free travel, so I encourage all eligible seniors to go out and get themselves a go card.”
Free travel makes it easier for seniors to get out and about and avoid loneliness and social isolation, which are major risk factors for depression. Studies have shown that seniors who are socially isolated are more
likely to predict their quality of life will worsen. They also are more concerned about requiring help from community programs as they age. Free travel option started on October 1 on Brisbane buses, CityCats and ferries from
8.30am–3.30pm and then 7pm–6am Monday to Friday, and also on buses all day and night at weekends. Brisbane’s CityCats are a great way to explore the river city. Hop on board and you can sightsee your way up
and down the river’s winding reaches between the University of Queensland at St Lucia and Eat Street at Northshore. Access to the ferries is via easy walkways. To be eligible for a Seniors Card +go you must be 65 years or older and working less than 35 hours a week in paid employment. People aged between 60–64 years and working less than 35 hours a week in paid employment are also eligible if they hold a Commonwealth Pensioner Concession Card or Commonwealth Health Care Card. For more information, go to www.qld.gov.au.
“When I drove into the village for the first time with my daughter, I just thought, ‘This feels like home.’” — Jean, Brookland resident since 2017
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Move on with free classes INTERESTED?
Kerry Heaney SPRINGTIME is the perfect time of year to embrace your fitness goals which bring a variety of health benefits for seniors. According to the World Health Organisation, leading a sedentary lifestyle is one of 10 leading causes of death and disability in seniors. Other health benefits include a reduced risk of stroke or heart attack, better bone density, reduced risk of developing dementia and more confidence and independence. Fortunately, the Medibank Feel Good Program fitness series returns to South Bank Parklands and Queens Gardens in October to get you in shape and feeling great for free! Series 2 will hit the ground running from September 30 to November 30 delivering 15 free workouts per week. The sessions range from early morning to evening classes across the lush green locations Many of which are low impact and can be taken
Medibank Feel Good Program fitness series returns to South Bank Parklands and Queens Gardens in October. Series 2 starts from September 30 to November 30 delivering 15 free workouts per week.
at your own pace, ensuring all fitness levels are catered for. All the sessions will be held and taught by qualified instructors from Goodlife Health Clubs. As an extra incentive, high profile fitness trainer Michelle Bridges will host a free
class on November 2. Top class choices for seniors include yoga to improve balance, flexibility and energy flow and Pilates to tone, stretch and strengthen the body. Classes are held at Queens Gardens next to Treasury Hotel and at
South Bank on the Little Stanley Street Lawn. You can strengthen joints with Tai Chi at Flowstate or cool down and tone up in South Bank’s Boat Pool with an Aqua class. If you would like to hit the dance floor with a bit
more confidence, Zumba will have you moving to the beat while melting calories. There is also salsa dancing where you can learn how to salsa with and without a partner. These classes are held at Flowstate. The best way to get
motivated is to exercise with a friend, partner or in a group. That way, you keep each other motivated. New to this year’s program are Wellness Talks held every fortnight on a Saturday morning at Flowstate. Hosted by certified practitioners and industry leaders; Leanne Ward, Cass Dunn and Soul Space will share their insights, knowledge and tips on all things health. Don’t forget to take a water bottle, towel and workout mat (if required) with you. For more, go to visitbrisbane.com.au/ feelgood/ program-timetable.
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Alondra Residences Seniors Music Festival
Free Welcome Day event. You’re invited to experience Brisbane’s newest boutique retirement community on the doorstep to Nundah Village. Immerse yourself in jazz, swing and acoustic music acts. Tour the retirement residences. Enjoy free coffee, food trucks and rooftop drinks.
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FREE OFF-PEAK PUBLIC TRANSPORT FOR MATURE CITIZENS.
Brisbane just keeps getting better. Senior go card users now get free off-peak travel on Brisbane buses, CityCats and ferries from 8.30am-3.30pm and 7pm-6am weekdays, and on buses all weekend. For more information visit brisbane.qld.gov.au and search ‘free seniors travel’ or call Council on 3403 8888.
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Werner cleans up at 91 AT 91, Werner Meinhold can’t help but impress those that meet him. The German immigrant cleans homes in Canberra two days a week, working up to four hours each day. And he reckons he has another couple of years’ work in him. It’s not that he has to work, it’s that he wants to, and it keeps him fit. “When I got married the second time to an Asian lady, she started cleaning,” Werner said. “It was stupid that I would drive her there, so from that day on we cleaned together.” When the marriage ended, Werner kept cleaning. “People my age go walking; I hate walking,”
he said. “I think I will do it for another year or two.” Werner says people don’t believe he is in his 90s. He puts his good health down to working hard all his life. Without parents by the age of 10, he lived in an orphanage and then in a foster home. He learnt cabinetmaking in Germany in his early teens, before he was sent to fight in World War II at age 16. When he arrived home from the war, Hamburg was bombed out. There were few jobs to be found and only his grandparents were still alive, that he knew of. At 18 he got a job in a coal mine in southern Germany, working 1000m below ground.
HARD WORKER: Werner Meinhold at 91 is still happily working. Then an advertisement in a Hamburg newspaper piqued his interest. “Sunny Australia,” it read. At 23 he set off with nine other young Germans on the free transport to Australia to work as a cabinetmaker for two years with the Snowy Mountains Scheme. “We were the ones that built the camp for all the other contractors,” Werner said. He landed in Melbourne on November 13, 1951 and stayed on the job for about 18 months. He said the living
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conditions were awful: no water and no toilets. “And when it rained or snowed, we didn’t get paid.” Werner went to Cooma where he found more cabinetmaking work with a Norwegian team. Finally, in 1955 he settled in Canberra and never left. It was then a small town with about 34,000 people, a police station and a pub, and plenty of job opportunities. He established his family there after marrying a Latvian woman, and set
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up a thriving house construction business. Unfortunately, the “broken-down builder” was then on the wrong end of a tough divorce and a nasty lawyer, and had to start all over again. “It happens to a lot people, but you have to pick yourself up,” Werner said. He’s made a good life in Canberra and was eventually was able to find and connect with his other siblings in Germany. Werner regrets not staying in Germany when he was offered a good job
with a house at the coal mine. He also left behind his finance who he loved. “When you are young, you are stupid,” he said. His approach to every aspect of his life has been and still is, “if you want something, you have to work for it”. “When I come to work, I don’t come half hour later, I come five minutes earlier,” Werner said. It seems a trip back to Germany “for the last time” is on the cards since his nephew makes teeth and Werner needs some dental work.
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Carer takes her fight to Rome Tracey Johnstone WHAT started as a battle to give Deanna Mastellone’s mother the best possible care in her last years with dementia has become a passion she is taking to the world stage. Deanna will speak at the international Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Conference in Rome this month where she will deliver her speech, Changing the world for all carers; the silent sufferers of the global dementia pandemic. She will be using frequent flyers points and the visitor bedroom at her cousin’s home in Rome to make it possible for her to deliver her message that dementia carers need the best possible resources to help them deliver the necessary care. “I want every location around the world to have a carers cheat sheet and ensure all locations create similar support services for dementia carers,” Deanna said. Her personal journey over the last six years has informed Deanna’s ideas.
In 2014, Deanna was forced to resign from her job when she first took on caring for her mother. “Companies need to be aware that just because a person may have a big family doesn’t mean they have huge support,” she said. “It usually falls on one. “They need to be far more flexible with people.” The costs of living escalated, but Deanna was unable to secure any financial help. She couldn’t afford to pay for help and didn’t have family to turn to. Deanna said Centrelink lost her home care application paperwork, four times. On numerous occasions Deanna wrote to state and federal ministers to have her case heard. “I am still paying off $8000 of respite care so I could have a rest,” she said. “That should be taxdeductible.” Deanna spoke at a Aged Care Royal Commission round table. “I only had two minutes to make a speech and I flogged myself to get it right,” she said.
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SPEAKING OUT: Dementia carer advocate, Deanna Mastellone. “I managed to get home care packages and carers into the Terms of Reference because it was only going to be aged care facilities.” Even though her mother died last year, Deanna still has fire in her belly to change the world. “What they are doing to us is criminal when we are saving Australia
$60 billion per annum for all our sacrifices and paying for everything,” she said. Throughout Deanna’s “overwhelming” journey she has encountered many problems, but has fought to find solutions. “When they are first diagnosed, where do you start? You haven’t got a clue,” she said.
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“I have written a carer’s cheat sheet which has taken me six years to put together from when mum was first diagnosed. “It’s a full-time job just trying to get through the bureaucratic minefield ... “Carers’ health and financial security is being destroyed. “I have come up with a whole heap of strategies
that governments can implement.” Deanna has been active across various social media platforms to spread her message. “I see so many people suffering and it breaks my heart so I share my knowledge and expertise,” she said. “I want to create far greater world awareness.
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“AS I write this, I am already past 98 – I know of no one older, which makes me feel at once isolated and alone. “At 80, I gave myself a licence to do what I liked: I had the ready-made excuse that I was old; I would be automatically excused. “But after 90, a subtle change begins to take shape; it’s as though you have become invisible … “People around you are moving on with the times, and you are being left behind.” These are the words penned by Burleigh Heads woman Erica Holmes, 99 next week, as part of her 6600 word treatise on being Beyond 90, which led Seniors newspapers to seek her out for a chat. Still with a sparkle in her blue eyes, her own home, cooking all her own meals, gardening, sewing and researching her beloved Vedic astrology, she encourages other Seniors to stay healthy, positive and keep challenging themselves. ✰Setting Goals “YOU have to have a goal – somewhere you want to get to or something you want to achieve, otherwise you’re just hanging around waiting to die,” Erica said. That goal doesn’t have to be big but gives you a reason to get up in the morning. Write it down, if only to remind yourself, and try and achieve one goal or piece of a plan each day.
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Erica looks every bit the starlet as she poses in her swimmers. A newspaper cutting of What's On in London from November 1964 featured Aly Kabah and Enrica at the Astor. climbing with her grandson next year. “It’s amazing what you can do once you get started … but you have to do it yourself,” she said. ✰A Life Less Ordinary ERICA’S life has indeed been amazing – reading like a romance adventure novel. Growing up in Melbourne, and forced to start earning her own living at 15, she married young and unhappily. “When you’re young, you haven’t got much sense really, but you don’t know how stupid you are yet,” she laughed. After 13 years, she had had enough, and spurred on by the words of an astrologer, ran away.
Dyeing her hair blonde and assuming an alias, despite no previous experience, she talked her way into work as a cook for 30 people on a remote cattle station outside Charleville, where she said “everyone was using an assumed name”. It was just one of the decisions which she said “have led me away from an ordinary life” – a wonderful segue into her 17 years touring the world as a magician’s assistant. Having met and married a mystic magician who was a snake-handler, hypnotist and sword, fire and glass-swallower, the pair toured the world as “Aly Kabah and Enrica” through the 1950-70s.
The name Enrica was originally the result of a printing mistake, but the couple liked it, and it stuck. They performed in London, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa, climaxing in a performance at New York’s famous Madison Square Garden. ✰Memories “WHEN I look back on everything I did, I just laugh,” Erica said. But she sees being able to look back on those memories which we’ve spent a lifetime gathering as “our most precious asset”. And if your memory isn’t what it once was, short of a medical condition, find a way around it, she
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advises, by writing yourself notes or using other tricks. “People forget things at all ages, but they only make a big deal of it in old age,” she writes. ✰Acceptance TODAY, she said, after initial frustration at not being able to do all she used to, she has accepted that her body has slowed down and that everything takes longer than it used to. “Even the simplest of chores, as in washing up, can throw up a hundred challenges – you can’t see to clean properly … you break things because your grip is not so strong … even standing at the sink is too much,” Erica
writes. But that doesn’t mean you give up, or accept that sickness and old age go hand-in-hand. Alongside eating well and keeping active, thinking positively is incredibly powerful, she said. “We should always be on our guard to avoid negative thoughts. “If we do stumble over one, then we should immediately replace it with a positive one,” she writes. “The easiest way to avoid thinking negatively is to keep the mind occupied with other things: listening to music is a good diversion… Not only, she says, will
lack of exercise lead to being out of condition and subject to illness, it’s also boring, and leaves you with nothing to talk about. ✰Final Thought HAVING started with Erica’s written word, we will finish with it, because with 99 years of experience behind her, she has earned the final say. “Deep inside us we are the same person at six as we were at 60, or at any age. “What has changed mostly is the body. “But the body is only the vehicle we are using in this world; the real you is that wonderful thing inside you called the life force.”
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Gail Forrer IF YOU want to widen your world, stretch your thinking and perhaps pick up a tip or two from like-minded folk, then check out the world wide web’s blogs and Instagram. The word blog is short for web-log which is an online journal or newsletter that is updated regularly and is posted on a website for people to read. Primarily blogs focus on sharing information with photos as an additional item. Instagram focuses on photos/pictures with words as a secondary offering.
How to start your own signature blog HAVE you something to say, something to share? Why not start your own online conversation with a blog. ★Here’s a few tips on where to start: ■ Think about what you want to share. Remember, everything you put online is there for anyone to read; it’s hard to keep it private. ■ Don’t be daunted by Blog sites and Instagram accounts are not places to make friends (yes, perhaps acquaintances), rather they are like a book with a page
not having experience with writing. You can use online resources to check the grammar and spelling. ■ Decide if the blog is going to be a diary, about your travel experiences, commentary on an issue you are passionate about, advice column or a report on your club’s activities. ■ Choose a blog name. being written daily and put out for you to read. The author is there to talk to you about their own experiences,
■ Make a draft plan for what you want to put in the blog and how often you want to update it. ■ Think about the images you want use. Make sure you have permission to share them and use photographer credits where appropriate. ■ Research how to publish your blog - free or paid. There are several observations, opinions and maybe hand out a list of practical hints. After the blogs articles/posts, there is usually a place for
platforms available and many have templates. Some of the free platforms are WordPress.com (most popular), Blogger.com and Tumblr.com. The paid platforms give you more options for smarter looking presentations and helpful tips. Check out the payment options before you sign up. readers to reply. These days hundreds (if not thousands) of seniors are revealing and sharing their lives in social media.
They cover all sorts of topics from humour to finance and fashion together with caregiving. ■ IRIS Apfelt, a 98-year-old New Yorker, was among the first older women to be introduced to the world stage through electronic media. The respected interior designer, discovered by a famous street photographer, has been embraced by a global audience (she has 1.3 million Instagram followers and counting) for her colourful, wild, CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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BLOGGING STORIES: Be yourself and attract like-minded people. describes the purpose of their blog: “We hope this exchange will be a source of inspiration for the next generation of seventy-year-olds,” it reads. “Those baby boomers are hot on our heels, and want to know more about what lies ahead. Nobody gave us a guidebook or shared what this path might be like. “As we burn those seventy candles, we can help shed some light on the trail for them.” (70candles.com). Lastly, I will mention elder-blogger, American 78-year-old Ronni Bennett and her blog timegoesby.com. In 2018, Bennett published an interview discussing the beginning and end of her
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professional working life. She said her career began in the 1960s when she produced a successful radio program. She went on to spend 25 years as a television network producer and/or writer. In 1996 she became the managing editor of the first CBS News website. “For three years I got to help invent the commercial internet, as small as my part was,” Bennett said. She followed up with similar positions at several other websites until, along with others, she was laid off in 2004. “As my younger colleagues found new jobs within a few weeks, I could get only two interviews in an entire year.
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It became obvious that 20-something managers would not hire a woman in her 60s,” she said. Bennett attributes her anger about this to fuelling the creation of her blog. It also prompted her research into ageing and she found the media presenting a certain view, which she described as “three Ds – disease, decline and decay leading to a fourth, death.’’ Bennett’s blog, Time Goes By, what it’s really like to get old, has seen her become an elder activist encouraging, supporting and promoting older people by giving them a voice on her blog. timegoesby .net/weblog/elderblogs .html ) BUT it’s not all about
women. Here is a list of a few blogs that may interest you and give you an idea of what’s out there. But your best bet is to ‘do the google’ and find out what’s available to suit your interests. ■ MEN – hartofmanliness.com – greyfoxblog.com ■ FINANCE – squaredawayblog.bc. edu – theretirementcafe.com ■ TRAVEL – gypsynester.com/tag/ baby-boomers/ –seniornomads.com/ blog –theroamingboomers.com ■ RETIREMENT – kathysretirementblog. com/ –organisedcastle.com/ 2019/07/25
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Thought and care in architectural design builds new choices BY 2066 almost one in four Australians will be aged 65 and over, creating a boom in today’s retirement living market. With more than a decade of experience in seniors residential design and living, Woollam Constructions’ General manager Danny Hammon reveals some international trends that will shape the future of seniors living in Australia, sharing real examples of how new thinking is transforming old models. ■ Integrating lifestyle and care: How do we accommodate a lifestyle desire that’s vastly different to previous generations while also providing care? A reconverted chocolate factory near Bristol in the south-west of England is proving a gamechanger in community living. Located at the former Cadbury’s factory in Keynsham, it consists of 136 apartments and a 93-bed care home. The Chocolate Quarter boasts about raising the bar and this can be seen in everything from the beautifully designed apartments, a grand atrium with the luxuries of a five-star hotel, a gym, pool, nine-hole golf course, shopping arcade and cinema. There is also high-level care home
within the development which provides care for those in need of long-term nursing, dementia care, respite and palliative care. ■ From Cocoon to community hubs: Today, may villages in Australia have external communal areas, internal roadways, community halls that could be used for a variety of events as food and wine festivals, smaller scale music events, monthly antique fairs and farmers markets. In a related trend, not only does this approach “share”retirement villages with the rest of the community, but it capitalises on the assets of the operators to diversify their revenue streams. ■ Redefining dementia care: Communities do not have to be geographic communities. They can be about shared activities and lifestyle experiences that create meaning and connection. A small village surrounded by forests and fields in the Danish countryside has an innovative model for dementia care. Dagmarsminde is a village, where nature and well-being, proximity and equality is paramount. The house has nine beds – all designed around a central lounge, dining and kitchen area which creates a very welcoming
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BALLYCARA has introduced Silver Memories Radio in its residential Aged Care homes. It’s 24 hours, seven-day nostalgia radio service that was created specifically for aged care homes. It is based on Reminiscence Therapy principles that assist in improving the quality of life of residents in care, particularly those suffering with dementia. Silver Memories is delivered via satellite that broadcasts music from the 1920s to the early 60s, comedy and old radio serials. The service has been found to positively impact social and communal outcomes in residents by reducing social isolation, increasing engagement, stimulating memories, sparking conversation and encouraging singalongs and movement to music – in the meantime also creating happier staff and family members. MORE than 170 residents of Aveo Peregian Springs Country Club retirement village recently enjoyed a black-tie evening to celebrate the community’s 15th anniversary. Guests were treated to a drink on arrival and enjoyed the entertainment provided by the Residents Association. The first-ever group of residents to move into the community 15 years ago attended on the evening including Margaret Armstrong and Mary Wearing-Smith, along with a number of new residents. Margaret and Mary, as the original
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community residents, joined Aveo executive staff to cut the cake and share stories of their time at the community. SEASONS Aged Care Mango Hill has won two major company awards Team of the Year and its manager, Bernie Hatton,
took home the Employee of the Year award. Seasons CEO Nick Loudon said that the Mango Hill community displayed outstanding care outcomes for its residents thanks to exceptional team work between Seasons and
Envigor staff. The venue was up against eight southeEast Queensland communities. AVEO Palmview’s first stage of the $60 million retirement community development was opened late last month. It’s been designed to
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IF you are looking for the very latest information on caring for others don’t miss the 2019 Care Expo at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Friday and Saturday, October 4 to 5. Open from 9am to 4pm on Friday and Saturday the event brings together a diverse range of community services, businesses and organisations providing products and services from the support, health and care industries. Now in it’s second year, the expo, offers the chance for visitors to interact with providers from aged care, disability and in-home support through to education, mobility, mental health, social, recreational
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FLY HIGH: Get the best seats in the house for New Zealand’s Warbirds Over Wanaka airshow in Queenstown. Photo: Steve Zimmermann – that takes care of Bangkok. The Spirit House 11-day tour then goes back in time to the serenity and charm of the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, just outside Bangkok. Then fly to Cambodia and take some offbeat tours through the stunning temples of Angkor Wat. The tour dates are February 18-28. Cost is $4500 a person, twin share for all accommodation, meals, flight to Cambodia, transport and entrances.
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The town of Cognac and great cognac houses of Hennessy, Martell, Courvoisier
HISTORICAL BEAUTY; The magnificent architecture inside the cognac castle is open for the public viewing.
All photos by Paul Coffey
The Coffeys - cricket, Aussie couple Anne and Paul continue their European journey and visit Anne’s relatives in France and then onto England.
HI CRICKET lovers, and others. We’ve had a few days staying with relatives of my wife Anne at their holiday house in yet another French village, not that far from our first week’s stay. Here we were definitely in wine country, in fact cognac country, with vineyards everywhere and not far from the town of Cognac and the great cognac houses of Hennessy, Martell, Courvoisier and the like. To my enormous disappointment, I didn’t really take to cognac: I found it overly spiritous and even burning (I’m not a spirits drinker), and couldn’t detect anything much of the fruity flavours that the publicity trumpeted. The local reds were much more to my liking. Oh well, c’est la vie. The countryside was beautiful around this area even though the village we stayed in was less than photogenic and looking as if it had seen its heyday some time ago. The towns along the main river, the Charente,
were very pretty, and we had the advantage that Anne’s relatives, Barbara and Brian, knew where to take us for coffees, a couple of cognac distillery tours (and tastings), and a gorgeous lunch spot with beautiful views for a three-course lunch – pretty standard for the French!. And Barbara is a wonderful cook, so we had three-course dinners at home too. Barbara and Brian confirmed that the British seem quite welcomed here in the French villages. They do complain that the French tradesmen are not totally hard-working – but what do you expect after three-course lunches and a couple of wines? I think the French have got the priorities right! The thing is that I’ve felt so comfortable in France. My French language is still pretty ordinary but it’s good fun trying it out. Nevertheless, it’s as if France is in my blood. Perhaps it is: although my ancestry is all Irish as far as I know, that’s only a few generations back.
Who knows? Maybe I’ll know more after we get to Ireland. The cognac distilleries are interesting. The tours show you how the distilling process takes place and then lead you down into the cellars where barrels are stored for decades. The cognac breathes in the long dark corridors of oak barrels, and a portion naturally evaporates. Moulds feed off this evaporation and coat the walls inside and out of the storage rooms black, giving them a very forbidding, grungy feel. Apparently spiders feed off this mould and keep it down a little, thus the spiders are tolerated; Besides reducing the mould their webs go along way to enhancing the sinister, dark atmosphere and the spiritous scent of the cognac pervades all through the cellar. Barbara and Brian took us to one local distiller in a nearby village for an impromptu tour of the relatively small scale and somewhat untidy facilities, and then booked us in for a grander
At the understated Lascaux Cave building.
The new London skyline. tour in a big cognac house in Cognac itself. This was in a historic – though much reconstructed – castle complex that had been the birthplace of a King of France, Francois 1st, in the 15th century. I enjoyed all this history,
and the French spend an awful lot of money on preserving their monuments and historic buildings. I visited the Lascaux Cave complex, the site of probably the most famous Palaeolithic European cave paintings, that when
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Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Paul at Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Cognac distilling equipment.
Inside the dark cognac cellars.
cognac and castles
Anne and Pauyl at The Couvoisier cognac house. discovered shook up the then-conventional view of stone-age humans as savages totally unlike modern humans. The cave is long closed to protect it from the damaging effects of mass tourism. The tour is of a replica,
which could turn some people off, but is a realistic necessity. The cave paintings are strenuously, faithfully reproduced, first for a guided walk-through that mimics the cave experience, and a second time in a separate
museum setting where individual tablet devices provide audio and visual explanations and backgrounding to the visuals. There’s also a virtual reality room, some hands-on displays, and a series of films – and
above all an intelligent, scientifically-oriented presentation. The building in which it’s all housed has no branding, no breathless exhortations to enter, and minimal signage altogether. This is another thing
reversed! We haven’t got a GPS in our own car at home in Australia, but do have it in the hire cars we’ve been using. You have to credit the new technology at times: not only is GPS indispensable on these
mazes of country roads, it substantially reduces navigation domestics in the car. And so to England, where fortunately Australia has already won the Ashes so I don’t have to endure any English jubilation (and I’m able to half-whisper “Don’t mention the Ashes!” from time to time – particular fun at the tour of Lord’s cricket ground). (Apologies to readers who know nothing of cricket.) Our first stop is with friends that we made in Myanmar, who live in Kent south of London, in a very small village near Royal Tunbridge Wells. The pubs nearby are old-world wonderful: small, very low ceilings, big old dark-stained timber beams, and some lovely hospitality. One featured a local eccentric, just to complete this very English tapestry, who claimed to have played cricket with Ian Botham, and wandered around the bar practising forward defensive strokes. (Apologies again).
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The bush tucker delights include meats, nuts, seeds and sauces.
NATURALLY TASTY: The award-winning Seabelle Restaurant at Kingfisher Bay Resort offers an extraordinary culinary experience. Photos: Kingfisher Bay Resort
Bush tucker on the menu Shirley Sinclair BUNYA nut and macadamia pesto sauce with crocodile tail. Native rosella glaze paired with red emu meat. Bush tomato and kangaroo tenderloin steak. The dishes are enough to make any foodie worth their salt salivate at the combination of flavours and pique their curiosity about the origins. Few would expect to find them outside Central Australia, the Northern Territory or even Far North Queensland. But Kingfisher Bar Resort on Fraser Island can stake its claim as the nation’s bush tucker capital for not only spicing things up on the menu selection but also better educating visitors on making the most of using “the flavours of Australia” at home. At the heart of the cuisine are tens of thousands of years of valuable indigenous knowledge, wisdom and experience gleaned from the Butchulla Tribe, which first came to K’gari or “Paradise”, as they called it, to catch fish in the winter tailor season, as well as mainland groups. The resort’s signature Seabelle Restaurant delights in offering bush tucker-infused modern Australian cuisine, blending native ingredients with seasonal,
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tomato, lemon aspen, wild lime and munthari berry salsa; and Queensland mango and coconut panna cotta with lychees and petite salad of Maryborough gold pineapple. The five senses are tantalised further at the Bush Tucker Talk and Taste. Laid before each guest is a “clock-face platter” of bright colours and varying textures with dipping sauces and leaves in the middle. We first scrunch up a lemon myrtle leaf, which ranger Cassie Duncan says is good for sore throats with its anti-bacterial properties and lemony smell or can be used as an insect repellent with its 3 per cent citronella component. Chef Mark Samson adds that the leaf can be dehydrated and crushed with a mortar and pestle to create lemon myrtle-infused oil. A smaller leaf of the cinnamon myrtle can be used like lemongrass for flavouring, put into tea to settle stomachs, rubbed on sore joints to numb pain or chewed as a natural anaesthetic for toothache. The Bauple nut, more widely known as the Queensland nut and macadamia, is already popularly used in ice cream and cakes but Mark also uses it for
crumbing meats. Its shell was used to make jewellery and its oil to preserve body paint. The bunya nut is a long, white, moist nut found inside a much larger oval kernel. Mark says its texture and flavour are very different to macadamias and it is used in the kitchen to create creamier sauces without affecting delicate flavours. A bunya nut and macadamia pesto is a scrumptious addition to the succulent barbecued croc tails he serves up. Mark admits that crocs, like humans, are what they eat and as the 13 croc farms in Australia serve them chicken carcasses, the crocs do taste like chicken. Next up, the pepperberry – that looks like a tiny blueberry but with more antioxidants – starts off sweet on the palate but ends with a distinctly hot kick. Mark dehydrates the berry and uses it as a peppercorn substitute, mixed with salt for a seasoning. But beware: one teaspoon of the dehydrated pepperberry in a large takeaway food container of salt adds plenty of “lift”. Cassie calls the lemon aspen “nature’s Powerade”. Its bitter taste makes it more flavoursome than regular lemon juice on fish, for example, and was
carried in dilly bags by the Aborigines because it was good for salivation and was much lighter than water. Mark likes to add the lemon aspen to sweet pickle to balance the flavour. Finger limes’ “pink pearl” seeds are like a citrus caviar and ideal with fresh seafood. The desert or bush lime, however, looks like a small sweet grape but is bitter to taste and much better when made into marmalade. Bush tomatoes are toxic if eaten straight off the tree but the Butchulla people watched how mammals waited for the fruit to fall and shrivel into raisins before eating them. With the red quandong, Aborigines would strip the flesh from the large seed using a bone or large rock to savour the sour, fruity, salty taste that Mark says goes well with goose, duck, kangaroo and emu and can be thrown in raw in a salad. Native rosellas are like native hibiscus flowers – very sweet but great for making into a glaze to pair with barbecued emu breast, as we discover. The small pink creek lilly pilly is often made into jam, a sauce for fish dishes, or added to salads. But a discerning wine connoisseur can pick up a bottle of creek lilly pilly wine for about
$1500. The seasonal munthary berry also can be used in salads or desserts. And wattleseed can be made into a powder and toasted for a coffee/ mocha or even burnt toast smell and taste, which can be mixed into bread, pasta and tiramisu (Seabelle Restaurant also makes it into ice cream). On the resort’s Bush Tucker Walk, ranger Tess Schreck is a wealth of knowledge of Aboriginal ingenuity in food, medicine and bush “technology”. We learn such tidbits as: the piccabeen or bangalow palm fruit can be eaten raw once it turns red/orange and that the sweet and herbal-tasting white berries of the midyim bush are a snack that can be picked and eaten straight off the bush. The bush tucker education we receive on Fraser island shows the Aborigines certainly knew a thing or two about sustainability, self-sufficiency and understanding how to make use of what they had growing in their own backyard. But above all, they undeniably were Australia’s first “masterchefs”. *The writer was a guest of the Kingfisher Bay Resort Group. info: kingfisherbay.com.
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TRANQUIL and exclusively for adults, The Havannah Vanuatu is excited to announce on the eve of its 10th birthday, it has just been accepted as a member of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World: one of only four in Australia and the Pacific and one of only 61 in the world. National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World is a collection of lodges that invite guests to discover some of the planet’s most treasured places, while helping to protect those places for generations to come. These properties, hand picked by National Geographic sustainable tourism experts, share a strong commitment to sustainable practices and to protecting natural and cultural heritage. They embody National Geographic values: authenticity, enrichment, and a dedication to preserving our planet’s diversity.
The guest experience offered is intimate and exceptional, inspiring guests to connect with their destination in a meaningful and authentic way —and to play a part in safeguarding it for the future. According to Liz and Greg Pechan, The Havannah Vanuatu owners “We are so proud to have achieved this prestigious National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World membership. To be one of only 61 lodges in the world is simply incredible and we are thrilled to have our values and hard work recognised.” “It was such an honour having the National Geographic sustainable tourism expert visit our property, get to know all our staff and really learn what our lodge is all about and how we operate.” “We will remain committed to offering a quality resort that strives
towards responsible and sustainable tourism, while doing all we can to exceed our guests’ expectations and remaining focused on authenticity, cultural and environmental preservation, giving guests a real sense of place. Not only is this good for The Havannah Vanuatu, but also for the destination. “ Continues Liz and Greg. The Havannah Vanuatu is also celebrating its 10th Anniversary. Constructed in 2009, this boutique, award-winning island sanctuary, features 17 opulent private villas, all overlooking the ocean including eight with private pools; exquisite local cuisine; private dining pavilions on the beach, pier, and in the gardens and villas; a two-tiered lagoon pool with sun loungers and a wealth of activities for adventure-lovers and tranquillity-seekers alike.
SPECIAL: The Havannah Vanuatu, has just been accepted as a member of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World: one of only four in Australia and the Pacific. With sustainability as a focus the resort has recently disposed of single use plastic bottles, replacing them with recyclable filtered water bottles in each villa. Although the epitome of relaxation and romance, The Havannah Vanuatu’s story hasn’t always been one of joy. In 2015 it experienced a devastating cyclone, where many of
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Role of male carers
Wellbeing
There is a need for more recognition for this position Healthy Male GREG Smith, founder of Men Care Too, takes the lid off some of the health issues that affect the 1.1 million men around Australia who provide unpaid care or support to someone with an illness or disability. His organisation (mencaretoo.org) supports the carers through newsletters, social events and online resources. Healthy Male (healthymale.org.au) supports this small but extremely important organisation by providing resources and information. A lot of carers don’t see themselves as carers. “ I’ve been in a caring role for 20 years, but I only recognised myself as a carer around 10 years ago, he said. There can be a bit of stigma for men and they typically don’t know what services or supports are around.”
Greg said another big issue is not knowing how to talk about the caring role with mates. A lot of carers with a partner or child with a disability or illness need to keep working to keep their income coming in. Say a guy is in the construction industry and he has an autistic child, it can be hard to talk about some of the challenges he faces. He might not have the right words or the confidence to say what he needs to say. “Often you are so focused on caring for your loved one that you put your own needs to the side. Many times you lose connections with your community. At Men Care Too, we organise social occasions for carers and former carers so that they can meet others who are in the same situation. We get the message out about our activities by connecting with the Australian Men’s Shed Association and other organisations that help promote the work we do.
MALE CARERS: Often men are so focused on caring for their loved one that they put their own needs to the side.
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Men Care Too helps men on the central coast of NSW, but the issues are the same for men across Australia. As carers, we need more opportunities for social connection and we need more information
about how to look after our own health. Service providers and healthcare professionals need to think outside the box when it comes to engaging with men and carers. It might be that
they provide clinics outside of working hours, or offer quick basic health checks in workplaces, at sporting events and at hardware stores. Many carers might not make an appointment to see their
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MEDICATION TIPS: Learn some valuable tips for dealing with old medications, including not throwing them in the toilet or bin.
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Dealing with medications Tracey Johnstone YOU don’t need to toss old medications down the toilet or in the rubbish bin as there is a much better alternative to dealing with them. Pharmacist Kerry Teed says you should take them to your local pharmacy. There the staff will strip them of their identity and ready them for collection and safe disposal by the
Return Unwanted Medicines program. It’s a small thing to do, but it’s safe, free and will help the environment. If a widower finds medicines belonging to someone else in their home, Mrs Teed advises: “you should never use someone else’s medications unless the doctor has specifically prescribed that same medication and that same dose”. So, when cleaning up
the house, any medications left behind should be taken to your local pharmacy. Expiry dates The expiry date will be on a box or bottle or embossed on the blisters. “Always check the expiry dates,” Mrs Teed says. “Don’t use them beyond the expiry dates.” If it’s out of date, take it to your local pharmacy for disposal.
“Beyond the expiry date you can’t be sure of the efficacy,” Mrs Teed says. Storage Keep your medications stored as recommended by the manufacturer. Read the details of use and storage on the box and on the information inside or ask your pharmacist. Store them below 25 degrees except those that need refrigeration between two and eight
degrees. Storing your medications in the bathroom may not be a good choice as they may be affected by the humidity in there. “A cool, dry place is best,” Mrs Teed recommends. If a medication has sat in the cupboard for a while and is still in date, it can be used. But, if the condition you are treating doesn’t respond to the
medication then you need to talk to your GP or pharmacist. You also need to consider that if you have started other medications during that time, then there may be interactions between the new and old medications. This is where it is important to consult your GP or pharmacist before taking any medications. For more information, go to returnmed.com.au.
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AN IRREGULAR heartbeat that dramatically increases the risk of stroke is going undiagnosed among older Australians because simple pulse and heart rate monitoring is not being undertaken during routine doctor visits. This is according to leading patient support group Hearts4Heart, which has released findings from a survey of 550 Australians aged 65 years and over that reveals that blood pressure and cholesterol levels are prioritised during doctor visits over a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation, which increases the risk of stroke fivefold. The survey has found that only one in three older Australians has discussed their heart health with a doctor in the past 12 months and only one in 10 has discussed atrial fibrillation as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease in this period.
New medical guidelines recommend routine screening (using a pulse test or hand-held electrocardiogram of people aged 65 years or older for an irregular heartbeat. “The research shows that, on average, older Australians see a doctor six times a year, which provides plenty of opportunity to discuss and detect an irregular heartbeat,” Hearts4Heart chief executive – and atrial fibrillation patient herself – Tanya Hall said. “Testing and treatment of atrial fibrillation must become as routine as cholesterol or blood pressure monitoring and management,” she said. “Thousands of Australians suffer strokes that could have been prevented if more had been done to diagnose and treat an irregular heartbeat.” An irregular heartbeat, known as atrial fibrillation, can cause blood clots to form in a chamber of the
heart, which can then travel to the brain, causing a devastating stroke. It is estimated that one in four strokes occur in people with atrial fibrillation. Experts say that early diagnosis of atrial fibrillation is key to the prevention of stroke and are calling for pulse and heart rate testing with follow-up ECG examination to be included as part of the Medicare-funded Heart Health Check. Introduced in April this year, the Heart Health Check incentivises doctors to screen for cardiovascular risk factors, including high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, smoking history and alcohol consumption. It does not require a doctor to undertake a pulse or ECG test to detect and diagnose atrial fibrillation. More information at hearts4heart.org.au.
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Breast implants and cancer
Doctor outlines what you need to know about implants when it comes to risk, mamograms IN LIGHT of the recent news about the potential link between cancer and breast implants, Seniors News asked Queensland breast physician Dr Deborah Pfeiffer to explain the facts. What are breast implants? THEY are synthetic medical devices that are surgically placed to increase the size, shape or fullness of the breast for cosmetic reasons, or to replace breast tissue that has been surgically removed for treatment or prevention of breast cancer by partial or total mastectomy. Older implants, also called breast prostheses, are silicone pouches filled with either saline or liquid silicone. Most recent implants are made of solid silicone gel within a silicone shell. The outer shell may be smooth or textured, depending upon the manufacturer. Breast implants and cancer IT’S important to know there is no association between having breast implants and subsequent breast cancer. Women with implants have the same risk of developing breast cancer as those without, apart from those who have implants following total mastectomy. The lifetime risk of breast cancer for most women is about one in eight for women living to age 85. Recently it has been recognised that there is a rare type of non-breast cancer called anaplastic large cell lymphoma that is associated with only some types of textured implants. The risk of developing ALCL with implants is estimated at one in 1000 to one in 10,000 women who have those implants. Women with breast implants require regular breast screening and clinical breast examination, but the method of screening may differ from women without implants. Conventional two-dimensional screening mammography may be less effective with implants in place and some women require supplemental screening with 3D mammography, ultrasound, and/or MRI. Women who develop breast cancer with breast
implants in place may or may not require removal of the implant on the affected side, depending on the size and location of the cancer and the condition of the implant. If the implant is removed, it may be replaced with a new implant, usually on completion of the treatment for the cancer. Women who develop the rare form of implant-associated lymphoma must have both implants removed and not replaced. Do I need to do anything? MOST women with breast implants that aren’t causing them any symptoms or problems don’t need to worry. All women, with and without implants, should be breast-aware and regularly self-examine for any changes. A screening mammogram should be performed every two years at least to age 75 and women should inquire
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There is a rare type of non-breast cancer called anaplastic large cell lymphoma that is associated with only some types of textured implants. about the state of their implants on mammography. Unfortunately, this information is not routinely provided in the BreastScreen Australia program and women may need to ask about this at the time of booking their mammogram. Women who have any concerns about their breasts or implants should consult their GP who will recommend appropriate imaging and referral to a breast specialist if indicated. Many women may have a small amount of silicone leakage from one or both
BREAST HEALTH: Learn the facts about the link between cancer and implants. implants that may not cause any concern. However, any new lump or swelling, pain, or rash in the breast or armpit, should be fully investigated. If you have breast implants with no symptoms but would like them removed, there may be a Medicare benefit for this procedure, depending upon the type of implant. Medicare benefits are payable for the investigation and treatment of non-cosmetic implant problems. Cosmetic problems alone are not rebatable. Before making a decision IF YOU are considering breast implants for cosmetic reasons, it’s important that you be fully informed of the relative risks and financial costs of having the procedure and of the type of implant that your surgeon recommends. You need to be aware of the possible complications over time, and of the additional breast cancer screening that may be required. In summary, if you currently have or are contemplating having breast implants, ensure you talk with your GP and a check on your breasts before you make any decisions. Go to tga.gov.au/hubs /breast-implants
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Join the fun at Bethania BRAND INSIGHTS THE doors will be thrown open and the public invited to come and have a look at what’s on offer at Palm Lake Resort Bethania on Saturday, October 26, as part of open day event. A light lunch will be served on the day, which is designed to shine a light on the progress made at the resort in recent years. Palm Lake Resort is the result of more than 40 years of knowledge and experience in matureaged, resort-style living. Proudly family owned and Australian, Palm Lake Resort is known for creating communities that are thoughtful, inspired and welcoming. Taking the time to
understand how people want to live today has resulted in innovative and revolutionary resorts for a new generation of discerning residents. Palm Lake Resort Bethania offers residents a unique lifestyle, one in which they can be involved with the numerous activities on offer or remain private in a beautiful, natural environment overlooking a large lake with a landmark fountain. This resort is a magnet for wildlife and water birds, including a delightful long-time family of black swans. In fact, the Palm Lake Resort brand was born at Bethania thanks to the resort’s stunning natural attributes – a place where huge palms sway in the tropical Queensland
PARADISE FOUND: Palm Lake Resort Bethania is a place where huge palms sway in the tropical Queensland breeze and residents can enjoy a unique, community-focused lifestyle overlooking the lake. breeze and the sound of the lake’s impressive landmark water fountain was a soundtrack to a unique community resort lifestyle. Adjacent to the resort we now have Palm Lake Care, an aged care community that provides the highest level of residential, respite, dementia and palliative care. Palm Lake Care is committed to meeting the needs of care recipients and the community, ensuring as a business
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breaking away from the isolated hospital style setting, Called the Memory Lanes, it is modelled on a village square surrounded by cottages concept,
where residents are encouraged to move freely. The Memory Lanes feature light-filled suites, specially designed gardens, gazebos and coloured walkways.
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Tea and fruit can extend lives
HEALTHY: Part of the solution.
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CONSUMING items rich in flavonoids such as apples and tea protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to Edith Cowan University research. Researchers from ECU analysed data from the Danish Diet, Cancer and
Health cohort that tracked the diets of 53,048 Danes over 23 years. ■ No fix for poor habits Lead researcher Nicola Bondonno said while the study found a lower risk of death in those who ate foods rich in flavonoids, the protective effect
appeared to be strongest for those at high risk of chronic diseases because of cigarette smoking and those who had more than two alcoholic drinks a day. ■ How much is enough? People eating about 500mg of flavonoids each day had the lowest risk of
death from a cancer or heart disease. A cup of tea, an apple, an orange, 100g of blueberries and 100g of broccoli would provide more than 500mg of a wide range of flavonoids. By far the best thing for your health is to quit smoking and cut alcohol.
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Community group guide
Community notes
TO ALLOW for readers’ requests for the publication of more neighbourhood news, please keep notices short and to the point (100 word maximum). If you would like to submit a photo ensure it is at least 180dpi or 500kb to 1mb in size and of faces, in a nice bright setting. Email editor@seniors newspaper.com.au.
NUNDAH AND DISTRICTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
WE CORDIALLY invite members of the public to a “virtual” walk around Nundah. Nundah has a history dating back to 1838 when German missionaries settled in the area. The history of Nundah, its heritage sites and other places of interest will be featured in a PowerPoint presentation. Sit in comfort and “walk” around this historic area. Date: Saturday, October 12 at 1.30pm at Meeting Room, Nundah Library, Bage St, Nundah (off Boyd St). This is a free public event followed by afternoon tea. RSVP: 07 3260 6703 or email nundahhistoricalsoc @bigpond.com.
QCWA
COME along to our Craft Weekend Workshop for Ribbon Embroidery and Sashiko on November 16 and 17 at QCWA Pine Rivers Hall, 1058 Anzac Ave, Petrie. Phone 04488 880 466 for registration forms and further information. RSVP October 30.
BEACHMERE INDOOR BOWLS
WE CELEBRATED a special occasion recently when our club celebrated 60 years as an indoor bowls club. Present and past members, as well as guests from Woodford, Wamuran, Palmwoods, Bribie Island and Redcliffe clubs gathered for the historic occasion. Two games of bowls and afternoon tea made it a very enjoyable day. A special cake was cut by two of our longest-serving members, Gwen Hubner and Gordon Sloper. We meet weekly at the Community Hall each Monday at 1pm. Please join us for a friendly and casual social outing. For more information, phone president John on 07 5496 2607 or Margaret on 07 5496 8684.
U3A
Pine Rivers WE WILL hold our monthly Social and Information morning on Friday, October 18 at the Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, 1351 Anzac Ave, Kallangur. Be there about
9.30am for a 10am start. It will finish about 11.30am. Free admission. Cathy from Helloworld Travel at Strathpine will deliver an informative travel presentation. Helloworld Travel has been in Strathpine for more than 20 years and Cathy will inspire you towards making your dreams a reality. This will be our last Social and Information morning for the year. Keep an eye out for our upcoming Open Day on Thursday, November 14. Morning tea and a raffle are available and the chance to make membership inquiries and bookings for upcoming coach trips and theatre productions. For more information phone the U3A Centre – Kallangur on 07 3880 6677 Mondy to Friday 9am–noon.
ST HUGH’S CENT AUCTION
OUR annual cent auction will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 2-4pm. Lots of good prizes and a raffle will be held. Entry fee is $5 and includes afternoon tea and one free sheet of tickets. Other sheets of tickets can be purchased for $1 a sheet. St. Hugh’s Anglican Church, 105 Poinsettia St, Inala. For more information phone 07 3372 8302.
WYNNUM REGION ORGANISED COMPUTING CLUB FOR SENIORS INC
WE HAVE just completed our 17th year of helping fellow seniors familiarise themselves with computers and the internet. Our next meeting will be held upstairs at the Wynnum Manly Leagues Club at 10am for a 10.30am start on Tuesday, October 8. You can join the club on the day for an annual membership fee of $10. We offer classes that can be up to four weeks of two hours a week or some of lesser duration. The club welcomes anyone who would like to know more about their computers, laptops, tablets and phones and is run by volunteers. We are continuing with our popular one-on-one sessions, where a member has one-on-one learning with a coach for an hour, who happens to
BEACH PARTY: The VIEW National Convention was held at Novotel Twin Waters Resort on the Sunshine Coast from September 13-15. Ladies from around Australia celebrated their joint interest in supporting The Smith Family and their efforts to help disadvantaged Australian children trough the The Learning for Life Program. teach a subject selected by the member. Irrespective of the type or duration of a class they only cost $10. Our classes can start from a very basic level so don’t be afraid to make a start. Seniors helping seniors with PCs, laptops, tablets and phones. For more information, phone Lavina on 0411 806 154 or go to wroccs.org.au.
NATIONAL WOMEN’S GROUP
MORE than 620 women representing almost every state of Australia were treated to a long weekend combining passion with purpose on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast from September 13-15 for the VIEW Clubs of Australia National Convention. VIEW stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women and is a national organisation boasting more than 15,000 members – including 820 on the Sunshine and Fraser Coasts – dedicated to supporting children’s education charity The Smith Family. Among the stellar line-up of guest speakers at the biennial convention was astrophysicist Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, one of Australia’s best-selling novelists Di Morrissey AM, the Sunshine Coast’s most senior woman police officer Senior Sergeant Kim Cavell, and Dr Craig Challen OAM, the cave diver internationally renowned for rescuing 12 children and their soccer coach from a flooded cave in Thailand last year. Learning for Life provides a range of out-of-school learning programs and support for young Australians in need, to help them complete Year
12, break the cycle of poverty, and go on to create better futures for themselves. The three-day convention was notable for being both inspiring and thought provoking.
VIEW CLUBS
Arana WE WILL meet on Wednesday, November 6 at the Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Pade, Keperra. Doors open at 10.30am for the meeting to commence at 11am. Cost for the two-course lunch, tea or coffee is $30. This meeting is our last “Make, Bake and Grow” table for the year, so bring along all those Christmas goodies to be sold on the table. Our guest speaker for November is Sonja Marsden from Hummingbird House. Our usual raffles will be available as will be our lucky door prizes, all proceeds of which go towards supporting our Smith Family Learning for Life Students. New members and guests are always welcome. Phone Carol on 07 3355 5349 to book by noon Monday, November 4. Centenary Evening WE ARE turning 25! Come along to our dinner meeting on November 11 and help us celebrate. You will be most welcome. There will be cake. We meet at McLeod Country Golf Club, 61 Gertrude McLeod Cres, Middle Park. Bookings are essential and must be made before midday Friday, November 8. The cost is $35 and our contact is Di who can be called on 0408 725 542. The theme for the evening is “silver”. Time to haul out the silver jewellery
and/or accessories. If you want to find out more about our club, look up our Facebook page and check out our busy social calendar. We have regular coffee mornings at different venues around the Centenary suburbs plus a variety of other outings. Of course Melbourne Cup Day will be celebrated in style. We are associated with The Smith Family’s Learning for Life Program and we raise funds to support disadvantaged Australian students with their educational expenses. VIEW National Convention was recently held at the Sunshine Coast and more than 20 of our members attended. It is great to see such camaraderie. Chapel Hill AUTHOR Caylie Jeffery entertained us with tales of what she found Under the Lino of her house in Milton. Our guest speaker in October is Margaret McLeod – From the Arctic to the Antarctic – a Tale of Snow and Ice. Join us for an enjoyable two-course Melbourne Cup lunch on Tuesday, November 5. Cost $32 a head. Prizes for best dressed, best hat and for novelty hat. Our club caters for many interests. We enjoy informative guest speakers, fun and educational group excursions, monthly meetings of bridge and mahjong groups and host a very active daytime choir. Plan a date with us to learn about VIEW Clubs’ important and successful role supporting the education needs of disadvantaged Australian children. Lunchtime meetings 10.45am for 11.30am start on first Tuesday of
each month at Mt Ommaney Hotel and Apartments, Dandenong Rd (off Centenary Highway), Mt Ommaney. Visitors are always made very welcome. Phone Denise on 0409 261 488 if you would like to attend or email chapelhillview @gmail.com. Kenmore ON THE third Monday of the month our club has a lunch meeting starting at 11.15am sharp at the Bellbowrie Tavern. The cost is $5 to attend. Bookings are essential with Robyn by the Friday prior on 0434 015 102. For inquiries, phone Jen on 0409 268 646. Our October guest speaker will be Kathryn Lyons, entrepreneur/co-creator of Accessibilities. Our club supports 10 students on the Learning for Life programs as well as providing an opportunity for women to socialise with others through our book clubs, mahjong and walking groups. Outings are arranged monthly to a range of interesting places. A trip to Neilsen’s Native Nursery at Loganholme on October 7 is planned. Another activity will be participation in the Blue Illusion fashion parade at the Toowong store on October 31. This day supports the work of The Smith Family through a percentage of sales. Pine Rivers VIEW provides women with the opportunity to meet regularly with other women from all walks of life, establish lasting friendships and help disadvantaged Australian children through supporting the work of the children’s charity The Smith Family. In
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WINNERS ARE GRINNERS: Beachmere Bowls Club raffle winners are Robert Warman, John Kitt, Jeanette Miller and Maurie McKoy. Prizes donated by M.B.R.C , IGA, Beachmere Butcher and Sticky Beezness. FROM PAGE 35 September our guest speaker was Rob Clark from the Mission to Seafarers at the Port of Brisbane. The Mission provides a home away from home for international seafarers 365 days a year. Our ladies presented him with a large bag of beanies for the seafarers. Each month we have a luncheon meeting usually with a guest speaker. Our guest speaker for October will be a local snake catcher. It will be an interesting talk with a bit of bite. Our meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at the Murrumba Downs Tavern. Our next luncheon will be on Wednesday, October 16 at 10.30am for an 11am start. For the price of lunch, come along and meet us and see if you would like to become a member. To book your lunch or for more details phone Elizabeth on 07 3886 4937 or Sandra 07 3880 9965.
SLACKS CREEK SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
COME join us. We would love to welcome you to our Senior Citizens’ Group every Tuesday from 9am to noon at the community centre, 19 Nerida St, Rochedale. Play indoor bowls or be entertained by a concert group on alternate Tuesdays. Morning tea provided. Lunch (bring a plate) is enjoyed after the concert. For more information, phone Shirley on 07 3209 1682.
PROBUS CLUBS
Forest Lake AT THE September meeting we had six guests and two new members were inducted into the club and this makes six new members since March this year. Our club has a wide divergence of members which includes former policemen, teachers,
business owners, tradesmen, public servants and housewives. Our guest speakers have also been diverse but very interesting and humorous. Having purpose is really important for mental wellbeing. It gives you a reason to get up in the morning and makes your days feel meaningful. There are a lot of ways to feel you have purpose. Just because you’re not going to your day job any more does not mean you can’t have purpose in your life. You may feel like you have purpose when you’re engaging in “purposeful activities’’. Purposeful activities help you feel like you’re contributing something to the world, whether that contribution is just for you, your family, friends, community or the broader population. What counts as a purposeful activity will be different for everyone. Finding your purpose can be fun! If you’re not sure what gives you purpose now that you’re not at work, try something new and see how it makes you feel. If you’re a member of a social group like Probus, you’ll find that new ideas and activities within your club may inspire you to find a new purpose and enjoy life. Connection with others, including your family and friends, a Probus Club, with pets, or with nature, is a vital part of the human experience. Developing healthy relationships with others can decrease levels of anxiety and depression and improve self-esteem. When you retire from work, you might feel like you’ve lost a lot of connection all at once. Finding ways to connect with others beyond work can be an effective way to promote your mental wellbeing. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, October 8 commencing at 10.30am at The Lion, Richlands, so please give it a thought and if interested, phone our membership officer Ellen
on 07 3879 7784 or secretary Barbara on 0422 817 924. Indooroopilly West WE ARE looking for new members to join our vibrant club. The club meets at Toowong Bowls Club, 59 Gailey Rd, Taringa on the second Tuesday of each month at 9.30am. Enjoy morning tea with like-minded people then listen to interesting guest speakers. If you would like to attend one our meetings or obtain further information, phone Denise on 0488 468 946. Our members reside in Chapel Hill, Kenmore, Indooroopilly, Toowong and surrounding areas. Pumicestone Passage ONE thing we retirees need to do is keep active, socialise, use our brains and get out in the fresh air. Well members of the Pumicestone Passage Probus club are doing just that. They also belong to the Bribie Island Croquet Club, an excellent place to achieve all mentioned. Our club gives lots of opportunities for fellowship, friendship and fun with outings, interesting speakers, dinner groups and coffee groups and a fishing group. The Croquet Club keeps them active out in the beautiful Queensland weather. Use your brain to outwit your opposition and physical activity working your way round the courts. Both these clubs tick all the boxes so why not try them for yourself? Brenda Dillon was presented with Lifetime Membership of Pumistone Passage Probus by Gerry the Secretary to celebrate her outstanding commitment to the club. Brenda joined the now rapidly expanding, popular club in 2002 and joined the management committee in 2008. She is still there. Brenda’s role is that of welfare officer, checking up on anyone who is not well, or needs some type of help. She is such an amazing character, always
Pine Rivers VIEW Club ladies and Rob Clark model some of the beanies donated to the Mission for Seafarers.
Chapel Hill VIEW club member Margaret McLeod and author Caylie Jeffery at the September meeting. smiling, always cheerful, and always ready with a joke.
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WE ARE holding a variety concert at the Kedron-Wavell Services Club, “Kittyhawk Room”, 375 Hamilton Rd, Chermside at 2pm on Sunday, November 3 (doors open at 1.30pm). Tickets $10 pp. Light afternoon tea for purchase at intermission. Featuring: Queensland Accordion Orchestra, John Cave, solo accordionist and other guest artists including vocalist Mary Martyn. Free parking. CD First Impressions for sale. Phone Mary on
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GAYTHORNE BOWLS CLUB
WE WILL again be hosting free Learn to Bowl sessions on the greens at the club. These Learn to Bowl sessions are part of the many events organised by the Brisbane City Council for their GOLD Program (Growing Old Living Dangerously). The program is aimed at people aged 50 and over encouraging them to try new activities to help keep them active and healthy. All the different activities are listed in the BCC’s booklet available at all BCC Libraries and on
the council’s website. 2019 is the fourth year Gaythorne Bowls Club has been working with the BCC to host this activity and it is great to see so many people being introduced to the game of bowls, and as it turns out, a few people decide to get more involved with the game and become members of Gaythorne Bowls Club or another bowls club closer to where they live. The days in October are warming up and it is great to enjoy the evenings with the cool breezes on the greens under lights as the bowls roll down the greens. Then afterwards, participants are welcome to enjoy the CONTINUED ON PAGE 37
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Brenda Dillon was presented with lifetime membership to Pumicestone Passage Probus by Gerry the secretary to celebrate her outstanding commitment to the club. FROM PAGE 36 comforts of the clubhouse and refreshments are also available. Tuesday, October 1 from 6-8pm at 18 Prospect Rd, Mitchelton. For more, phone 07 3255 2048 or 07 3855 2725.
FOREST LAKE FIFTY PLUS CLUB
WE MEET on the third Friday of the month at The Lion, Pine Rd, Richlands at 10.30am. Date claimers for the next two meetings are October 18 and November 15. For more information about the club and its activities, phone Leonie, president on 0427 846 057 or Les, activities officer on 0466 377 618 to register your interest, or email fl50plusc@gmail.com. New members are always welcome.
QUEEN OF APOSTLES SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB
WE ARE having a bus trip on October 16 to Crows Nest. We will be enjoying a tour of their museum and their lovely historical village. We will also visit their Art and Craft shop that is very popular with all tourists. The bus will leave at 7.30am from the car park of Queen of Apostles Catholic Church, Appleby Rd, Stafford. Cost $55 includes morning tea, lunch and tour. For bookings, phone Julia on 07 3355 6862 or 0467 680 551 or Carolyn on 07 3356 8223.
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Razzle Dazzlers keep walking WALKING buddies Lorraine Reaves, Jack Pont and Wendy Williams have clocked up enough miles to circumnavigate Australia, but it is the camaraderie as much as the physical benefits that keeps them motivated. The Razzle Dazzlers walking group has received recognition from the Heart Foundation for embarking on more than 1000 outings along their picturesque coastal walking route. Lorraine, who turns 90 next month, is one of the group’s original members and estimates she is now up to about 1500 walks since joining the group just before her 80th birthday. The group is an important part of her social life – she loves the post-walk coffee catch-ups and monthly luncheons and is looking forward to a special celebration with her walking friends for breakingfree.com or phoneAlex on 0402 845 496 for more information.
NURSES REUNION
ALL nurses who have worked or now work at the Prince Charles Hospital are invited to attend the annual reunion. The Annual Nurses Reunion for all nurses who have worked or now work at the Prince Charles Hospital will be held on Thursday, October 24 from 11.30am to 1.30pm. Lunch at Restaurant Three (next to foyer), Kedron Wavell Services Club, Hamilton Rd, Chermside. Cost: (pay on the day): KWSC members $21.60. Non-members $24. RSVP
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RAZZLE DAZZLE: Walkers: Lorraine Reaves, Jack Pont and Wendy Williams. her upcoming milestone birthday. Jack, 90, has enjoyed about 1200 walks with the group after he joined to keep himself active after his wife died. “I get out with the group three days per week and try to come down and practice the other days,” Jack said. “I reckon it’s kept me alive the last 10 years.” For Jack it’s not so much about the (for seating arrangements) by October 18. Contacts: Judy Windsor 07 3265 5764; Laurel Mills 07 3385 0519 or email lnm60@iprimus.com.au; Carolyn Bowser 07 3359 3022 or email carolynbowser @hotmail.com.
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THE Association of Independent Retirees Brisbane branch of a national group are fully or partial self-funded people who are retired and meet mainly every third Friday (please check first) at the OES Hall, 2 Bohland St, Kedron, running off Kitchener Rd. This is our normal monthly meeting
exercise but the “wonderful” company of the group of about 25 regular walkers. “They are just the most tremendous bunch of kind-hearted people,” he said. Wendy, 76, is the latest club member to notch up 1000 walks with the group. “I walk because I have arthritis, I have emphysema and I have bones that crumble, if I where we have regular guest speakers discussing matters of interest to our group. Their topics cover many matters. We have social bus trips as well departing from our address where we stop for a morning tea in a suitable venue then we continue on for a two or three course meal in a local restaurant in the country and return late afternoon. Our meetings start at 9.30am sharp and finish around 11.30am, breaking for a biscuit and cuppa and a friendly chat with other members and friends. There is a small charge here to cover our costs as we are a not for profit group. We also have a
stop walking I can’t move,” Wendy said. “I always feel so much better afterwards. I walk everywhere. The only time I drive is if I have to put something in my car.” The Razzle Dazzlers meet at the rotunda near the Happy Valley carpark at 6.30am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the cooler months and from 6am in summer. finance discussion group meeting at Chermside on the second Friday at about the same times. Our group does not give financial advice but we have a round table style meeting bringing up matters of interest. This meeting visitors are allowed initially as a look and see but after that visit it is for members only. Our group does charge an annual membership fee. For details, phone 07 3881 1820 prior to 5pm or email sitram@powerup.com.au.
CARINDALE NATIONAL SENIORS
WE MEET on the second Tuesday of every month
(except January and December) at our new headquarters at 1 Edmond St, Carina. The trip to Bribie Island was very informative and shows how volunteers can improve their district by the wonderful example of their assistance at The Butterfly House. The guest speaker at the September meeting was Peter Martin from Queensland Corrective Services who spoke of the work done throughout our state. Sometimes we should be grateful for our circumstances. Our bus trip for this month will be to the Majestic Theatre at Pomona for silent movies. This shows how far technology has progressed in our lifetime which some older people do not understand. We then progress to Cooroy for lunch and a drive through the wonderful scenery. We will be entertained by The Choir from Carina Men’s Shed at the October meeting. We are a friendly club and always welcome visitors and prospective members at all our meetings. For more information phone Maureen on 07 3398 4236 or Eddie on 07 3395 3337.
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What is a DVO order? Carolyn Devries,
New Way Lawyers CEO
WE NOW reach the halfway point in our series about domestic violence myths. Myth 4: A domestic violence order only protects against physical violence A DOMESTIC violence order protects the victim of domestic violence by restraining the behaviour of the perpetrator. Section 54 of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 Qld provides for certain mandatory conditions to be included in all domestic violence orders. These mandatory conditions are that the perpetrator must be of good behaviour and must not commit domestic
violence towards the victim. In circumstances where another adult is named on the domestic violence order, the perpetrator must also be of good behaviour and not commit associated domestic violence against that person. If a child is named on the domestic violence order, then the perpetrator must be of good behaviour and not commit associated domestic violence or expose the child to domestic violence. In addition to the mandatory conditions, a domestic violence order can also include extra conditions if the court considers it necessary and desirable to protect the victim or a named person.
DISCUSSING THE MYTHS: If a domestic violence order is made, the perpetrator is not allowed to possess a weapon or a weapon's licence under the Weapons Act 1990 Qld. Examples of the types of additional conditions that can be included are: ■ prohibiting the perpetrator from approaching, contacting or locating the victim or a named person, or attempting to do any of these things; ■ prohibiting the perpetrator from being present at a certain location where the victim or a named person may be present or attend frequently (eg a
workplace, school or kindergarten); ■ prohibiting the perpetrator from remaining at a premises where the perpetrator and victim live or previously lived. If a domestic violence order is made, the perpetrator is not allowed to possess a weapon or a weapon’s licence under the Weapons Act 1990 Qld. The domestic violence order will note that any
licence held by the perpetrator is revoked and will provide information about the surrender of weapons – this applies even if the perpetrator has a profession that involves working with a weapon. Practical pointer: Supporting reasons IF YOU you are making an application for a protection order and are requesting that additional conditions be made, as well as the standard
conditions, you will need to outline reasons in support. Carefully read each of the additional conditions set out in the application form and provide the information and reasons that have been requested. Disclaimer: The above information is intended as general legal information only for people living in Queensland and is not a substitute for individual legal advice.
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Use property to retire Di Charman PROPERTY is a great asset to have when heading into retirement. When used correctly, it can help to fund the retirement lifestyle you have been aspiring to all these years. However, it is not an easy or simple decision, requiring careful consideration around the impacts on your superannuation, tax and age pension. Many pre-retirees or retirees will already own or have significantly paid off their family home, while others will have created a small portfolio of investment properties. Both have their own pros and cons, when it comes to leveraging them for retirement. It’s also worth noting that selling these properties can impact your age pension, superannuation or estate plan. The key then is in the planning. Knowing the different strategies for using property to fund your retirement is the first
step. But, it is equally important to seek advice from a financial adviser on the tax and social security implications. Downsizing family home A COMMON consideration when approaching retirement age is downsizing the family home. This is often because your children have long since fled the nest and you no longer require the space, or it might not be as practical as it once was. Selling the home can be a quick way to free up cash for retirement and give your nest egg a little boost as you hit your twilight years, particularly thanks to a new downsizing measure that came into effect from July 1, 2018. This new measure allows eligible individuals 65 years or older to contribute up to $300,000 (or $600,000 for couples) into their superannuation from the sale proceeds of a home they’ve owned for 10 or more years – even if they are no longer working. If you’re eligible to make a downsizer
contribution (there are a number of criteria you must meet) and it fits into your retirement plans, it could be a good way to boost your super funds. But, it is not always simple or straightforward so it is best to seek financial advice about the best way to proceed when selling investment assets. Reverse mortgage A REVERSE mortgage could be a consideration for those who need extra cash and have equity in their home. The Federal Government recently made changes to the Pensioners Loan Scheme, allowing retirees to boost their income through a reverse mortgage on the family home. The enhanced PLS will now be open to full aged pensioners and self-funded retirees. Previously, only eligible pensioners were able to access the scheme. Essentially, what a reverse mortgage enables you to do is borrow money against the equity of your home, which doesn’t need to be paid back until you sell or move out of your home.
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However, like any other loan, it will accrue interest, compounding over time and added to your loan balance. As a result, when the time comes that you need to leave the property, the loan could be significantly more than its original value, depending on interest rates. Rental income COMMON for investment
properties and an option for owners of large homes looking to downsize, is renting out the property (or part of your home) to bolster your retirement income. However, this may have tax implications and may impact your age pension, so, as always, it is best to seek financial advice before you proceed. It’s important to bear in
mind that with any rental property, you will need to account for the expenses for the property, including interest, management fees and holding costs. Dianne Charman of Jade Financial Group, is an Authorised Representative of AMP Financial Planning Pty Ltd, ABN 89 051 208 327, AFS Licence No. 232706.
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Looking for a crime thriller? AUSTRALIAN author Chris Hammer’s Martin Scarsden returns in the sequel to the bestselling Scrublands. For half a lifetime, journalist Martin Scarsden has run from his past. But now there is no escaping it. He'd vowed never to return to his hometown and its traumatic memories. But his new partner, Mandy Blonde, has inherited a house in the seaside town and Martin knows their chance of a new life together won't come again. He arrives to find his best friend from school has been murdered, Mandy the chief suspect. With the police reluctant to pursue other suspects, Martin goes searching for the killer. He's making little progress when a terrible new crime starts to reveal the truth. The media descend on Port Silver, attracted by a story that has it all: sex, drugs, celebrity and religion. ■ Published by Allen & Unwin, RRP$32.99.
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MUSICAL JOURNEY: Opera Queensland and Circa are staging Christoph Glucks’ spellbinding opera from October 24. Kerry Heaney
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TWO of Queensland’s foremost arts organisations present Orpheus and Eurydice. This circus opera is infused with desire and longing that melds sublime music and singing with the raw physicality of movement. Opera Queensland has partnered with internationally renowned contemporary circus company Circa to stage Christoph Gluck’s spellbinding opera from October 24–November 9 at Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC’s) Playhouse. Orpheus and Eurydice is inspired by the ancient Greek myth about Orpheus, the god of music, and his journey to the underworld to save his beloved bride, Eurydice. See oq.com.au.
EVERYONE LOVES A WEDDING THE Australian hit musical, Muriel’s Wedding the Musical, is
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100 YEARS OF BRISBANE WOMEN
THE New Woman exhibition at Museum of Brisbane recognises the lives of Brisbane women artists over the past 100 years on a scale never seen before. It’s a snapshot of the art, personal stories and the enduring legacies of Brisbane’s most significant and ground-breaking women artists between 1920 and 2019, reflected in painting, photography, sculpture, performance and installation works. The stunning salon-hung
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THE GRAND DAME COMES BACK
THE grand dame of world theatre, Dame Edna Everage, has been forced out of retirement by the demands of her adoring precious possums and is touring Brisbane on October 1 and 2 with Dame Edna My Gorgeous Life. In a letter to her fans, Dame Edna apologised for upsetting them when she announced her retirement from public life, blaming her manager, "failed actor and attention seeker" Barry Humphries. Go to tegdainty.com.
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ROARING Twenties Cinema is a silent movie night held monthly at Metro Arts, 109 Edward St Brisbane. The intimate, airconditioned Lumen Room (located on the ground level of Metro Arts) transports patrons back to the 1920s with a two-hour immersive program on October 25. The night’s program includes screening a short followed by a classic or rare Twenties feature from the Golden Age of Silent Cinema. Pre-book your tickets, go to stickytickets.com.au.
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MINI BRITISH FILM FESTIVAL 2019
PRESENTED by Palace, the MINI British Film Festival will screen nationally from October 29. Such is the popularity of the Festival, the 2019 edition will run for an extra week longer until November 24, Palace Barracks, Palace James St. With 20 new release titles plus a retrospective on Dame Helen Mirren and some restored gems, this year’s selection sees British cinema at its best. The full programme will be announced in early October. Go to britishfilmfestival.com.au or facebook.com /britishfilmfest.
Great weekend at the movies
EPIC TRUE STORY: The Railway Man, starring Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman will grace the big screen from 11am on November 2 at Redland Performing Arts Centre.
REDLAND Performing Arts Centre will be screening three films across Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2 for the final weekend of the Australian Film Series for the year. The focus for the weekend will be movies that were filmed in and around Brisbane and the Gold Coast areas. Kicking off the weekend on Friday, November 1 will be Thor: Ragnarök. Starring Chris Hemsworth and Cate Blanchett, this PG-13 film will fill your Friday night with adventure (duration
2hr 10mins). On Saturday, November 2 The Railway Man, starring Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman will grace the big screen from 11am (non-captioned) and 1pm (captioned). The film tells the extraordinary and epic true story of Eric Lomax, a former British Army officer who was tortured by the Japanese as a prisoner of war during World War II, and forced to work on the Thai-Burma Railway (rated M, duration 1hr 56mins). Rounding off the weekend, the Australian
cult classic Muriel’s Wedding will be screened on Saturday, November 2 at 4pm (captioned) and 6pm (non-captioned). This much-loved comedy is about a small-town girl, who didn’t fit in, but is about to learn how to stand out (rated M, duration 1hr, 46 mins). Tickets cost $8 for a single film, or $14 for two films on the same day. Bookings can be made by calling the RPAC Box Office on 07 3829 8131 or visiting the website, rpac.com.au.
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HIT THE ROAD & SEE THE SIGHTS!!!, POP TOP CAMPER!!!, LOW K’S 2.8 LITRE TURBO DIESEL!!!, COMFORTABLE DOUBLE BED, GAS COOKER, FRIDGE, SINK + WATER TANK, TABLE, PRIVACY CURTAINS, TOWBAR, TINTED WINDOWS, AIRCON, REAR STEEL BAR, BULL BAR
SAFETY CERTIFICATE & 1955 cHevy Bel air coupe CAR HISTORY PROVIDED.
“TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS”
BRISBANE 460 GYMPIE ROAD, KEDRON PH: (07) 3359 2477 • A/H: 0421 047 286
Insert the missing letters to make ten words — five reading across the grid and five reading down.
$99,990
1955 CHEVY BEL-AIR PILLARLESS COUPE, 265ci V8, FANTASTIC RESTORATION INSIDE & OUT, RUST FREE, LOCATED BRISBANE, ATTRACTIVE FREIGHT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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SOLUTION
How many words of four letters or more can you make? Each letter must be used only once and all words must contain the centre letter. There is at least one nine-letter word. No words starting with a capital are allowed, no plurals ending in s unless the word is also a verb.
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Solve the anagrams. Each solution is a one-word anagram of the letters beside it, and the five solutions are sequential. For example, if the five-letter solution starts with J, the six-letter solution starts with K, and so on.
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WORD GO ROUND
ALPHAGRAMS
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BRISBANE
OCTOBER, 2019// SENIORS