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EveryAGE story-makers Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor
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THIS month we update you on the Benevolent Society’s EveryAGE Counts campaign. For our part in the campaign we bring you a story package created by our Seniors News intern, Channing Courtney-Eman. My challenge for the 22-year-old fashion and marketing student was to come up with a story, pictures and video of the ‘new, mature-aged man’. Channing set out and discovered Brisbane’s Brendan Harris and brought in young photographer Nicholas Sterkenburg to snap the great fashion shots. All in all this assignment was completed by a small group of people from 20 to 60 years old and certainly EveryAGE counted. The story fits nicely with Movember – while the goal of Australia’s national men’s health month is to raise awareness of men’s cancers, another dimension of good health is feeling the freedom to express yourself and I thought Brendan’s style and outlook demonstrated a strong sense of self and well-being. That’s just what Movember Ambassador, radio and television personality
Jonathan Coleman (who some of you may remember as a reporter on Simon Townsend’s Wonderworld) is espousing as he shares his first hand experience of prostrate cancer and urges men to pursue a healthy lifestyle. We realise that many seniors are investigating alternative housing style. To support your decisionmaking, our Living section features an extensive article pointing to the factors that need consideration when making housing decisions. Furthermore, housing affordability poses a serious challenge. My interview with two women affected by the winding down of the National Rental Assistance Scheme is a snapshot of the ready-made social problems about to happen in the wake of the scheme’s demise. There’s more inside, so grab a cuppa, sit down and enjoy.
CONTACT US General Manager Geoff Crockett – 07 5430 1006 geoff.crockett@news.com.au Editor Gail Forrer – 07 5435 3203 gail.forrer@seniorsnewspaper.com.au Media Sales Executive Brett Mauger – 07 5435 3203 brett.mauger@seniorsnewspaper.com.au Online Get your news online at www.seniorsnews.com.au Advertising, editorial and distribution enquiries Phone: 1300 880 265 or (07) 5435 3200 Email: advertising@seniorsnewspaper.com.au or editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au Location: 2 Newspaper Place, Maroochydore 4558 Website: www.seniorsnews.com.au Subscriptions Only $39.90 for one year (12 editions) including GST and postage anywhere in Australia. Please call our circulations services on 1300 361 604 and quote “Brisbane Seniors Newspaper”. The Seniors Newspaper is published monthly and distributed free in southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales. The Seniors newspaper stable includes Toowoomba, Wide Bay, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Northern NSW, Coffs and Clarence and Central Coast publications. Published by News Corp Australia. Printed by News Corp Australia, Yandina. Opinions expressed by contributors to Seniors Newspapers are not necessarily those of the editor or the owner/publisher and publication of advertisements implies no endorsement by the owner/publisher.
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Jono calls out cancer
Blokes are encouraged to be involved in their own health JONATHAN (Jono) Coleman jokes that these days his body is less of a temple and more like the ageing Pantheon, since his prostate cancer diagnosis last year. The radio and television luminary, Movember Foundation ambassador and cancer survivor is still full of cheek as he shares his message to Aussie blokes to take time this month to grow a mo, make their health a priority and help raise funds for the global men’s health movement. The chubby, 62-year-old poster-boy is also encouraging women to get behind their men by finding ways to raise funds for prostate health research. With a newly minted mo in place, funnyman Jono is spreading the word for men to have the conversation with their GP. “Don’t be a scaredy cat,” he calls out. “If you are 50, or 45 even, get your PSA checked regularly and if you are worried about something, get your doctor to put his finger up your bottom; it takes 30 seconds to give you a clear mind. “Don’t just sit there and do nothing. Be involved in your own health.” Jono was diagnosed with prostate cancer in June last year. He remembers clearly the Friday afternoon when Professor Phillip Stricker at Sydney’s St Vincent’s Hospital gave him the show-stopping news. As the cancer had already spread to his hip bones, he was put through a series of
chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Wisely Jono had taken note not only of his GP’s advice that from 50 onwards he should get his PSA checked, but also of his family’s health history including his dad’s heart problems. He also went through several full medicals in the UK before getting involved in some of the television shows there. Still, the prostate cancer diagnosis came out of the blue. The cancer growth was caught early, and since May he has been in remission.
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It’s comforting for Jono that both his son and daughter are much more aware of their personal health. “The positive side to getting your PSA and blood test done, is that it makes the whole family aware, and friends and family are very important,” Jono said. “Since I did the Studio 10 thing, talked about it (cancer) on Alan Jones’ radio show and did a big story with Women’s Weekly, and that got picked up in the UK, now I am involved in Prostate Health UK.” He heads back to the UK this month for a week of live shows to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the Russ and Jono shows that were on Virgin Radio. Prostate cancer isn’t a death sentence Jono declares, and he is proving it by sticking to his
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LOUD AND CLEAR: Radio personality Jonathon (Jono) Coleman is now in remission and getting behind the Movember campaign. Photo: Hunter Brad incredible television work schedule of hosting Studio 10 five days a week, doing live advertorials, his own segments on Mondays and Fridays, plus a volunteer radio show on Northside Radio FM 99.3, and a weekly Russ and Jono podcast for the UK from November 5. “My attitude is don’t feel sorry for yourself; be positive,” says the man with the glass half full. “I have a ruined temple, but my body is still my temple and I take the piss out of myself and laugh my way through it.” To support Movember, go to au.movember.com.
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A new style for the Channing Courtney-Eman MENSWEAR has taken on a whole new look this year. Liberated from the stereotypes of the past, mature-aged men are free to explore, design and shape their identity through fashion choices. After previous generations of older men were doomed to a uniform of the ordinary – think navy blue boxers, boardies, singlets, thongs and grey suits – the fresh palette of fashion comes as a bright relief. Fashions have broadened the horizon and today there is appreciation for the male who can dress up – or dress down, according to the day. Brisbane’s Brendan Harris naturally personifies the new older man. He’s a well-travelled businessman with a gregarious personality which makes him the perfect personality to run Cafe on the Goodwill Bridge. In this article, Brendan talks about his upbringing, shares his
COFFEE CODE: Brendan Harris up-front in smart, casual work-mode in Brisbane.
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tips on looking great and how to live your best life after 50. Brendan’s fashion passion began while growing up as the middle child of the Harris boys in the hinterland of Queensland’s Mt Tamborine. Brendan
But fashion pulled at the thread of his personality and existence – channelling his passion into creating the pocket square business A Pocket Affair. “My pocket squares are rectangular, you wear them individually of
jokingly blames the middle-child syndrome for his bold dress. “I would get the hand-me-downs, so instead I got a job and bought my own clothes,” he tells Seniors News. He went on to travel the world and studied in
Devon, England, where he obtained his hospitality qualifications. Back in Australia, he spent large parts of his career working in the Brisbane hospitality scene and managing community venues for Gold Coast City Council.
course, or double them up to get a maximum, structural textured effect,” he said. But it’s not just Brendan’s pocket squares that make him stand out in the crowd. Ultimately, his style is determined, show-stopping at times and experimental. “I believe in pushing the limits,” he said. “First impressions are so important, any age, young, old, it doesn’t matter, my motto is it’s just as easy to put on a nice shirt as it is a horrible one.” He proves the point when he matches sheer black tops under suit jackets. Silk, he explains, is his favourite fabric. “Silk comes in so many textures and blends, silk wool is absolutely beautiful and the saturation of colour is always good,” he said. A combination of traditional and edgy jewellery is another integral part of his look. His hero pieces feature the daily wearing of a Louis Vuitton flip coin ring. “I usually wear my
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well-being of the older gentleman is travel. Brendan stresses that be it local or overseas, going on holiday is an essential part of his lifestyle. But that doesn’t mean you can leave the suit at home. Here’s his suitcase for a weekend away to Burleigh Heads. “Tailored shorts, a really nice linen jacket that’s only half-lined, paired with a bright colour,” he muses. “And I’d suggest, at the moment, a really nice cherry red and a nice pair of loafers always with invisible socks.” And it seems men are taking notice of Brendan’s unique and bold style advice. “I have picked up quite a few fellows who want to be styled, it’s a matter of taking them places that I know will fit for them,” he said. Finally, the relaxed fashionista has some simple advice. “Just have fun, fun with your wardrobe and your food.” For story and photo gallery, see the website seniorsnews.com.au.
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MKING A POINT: EveryAGE Counts advocates Professor Bill Metcalf and Christine Logan with Benevolent Society CEO Jo Toohey (centre) at the launch of the EveryAGE Counts anti-ageism campaign. Photo: Benevolent Society
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Tracey Johnstone CHANGING attitudes to ageing has to happen – that’s a given. But how it happens and when is the challenge being taken up by the social campaign EveryAGE Counts. The anti-ageism campaign, which is the brainchild of the Benevolent Society, but driven by a powerful and diverse coalition of organisations and individuals. A new website, video messaging for social media and a pledge document are the start. “I stand for a world without ageism where all people of all ages are valued and respected and their contributions are acknowledged. I commit to speak out
and take action to ensure older people can participate on equal terms with others in all aspects of life.” EveryAGE Counts will be a long-term campaign. Ten or 15 more years from now its supporters hope its real value is seen and felt. In the short-term though there is a lot of work to be done to change the entrenched overt and covert attitudes of all ages to ageing Australians. “We know that unless we can get to the heart of these attitudes and beliefs to expose and redress them for their unfair and outdated assumptions, we will have little success in dismantling the barriers and assuring that all Australians, right across life from birth right through to very old age,
can have the opportunity to live their very best of life,” Benevolent Society CEO Jo Toohey said. “Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment based solely on age.” Adapting to the changing world is part of the challenge. More of us are not only living longer lives, we are also living healthier ones. We want to stay engaged with and involved in the world around us. Also, the younger generations now are expected to be living just as longer lives. So, what EveryAGE Counts achieves in its battle against ageism now will benefit both the current older Australians and the ageing generations that follow them. Author and social
commentator Jane Caro is on the steering committee of the Every Age Counts campaign. Caro says she has a “sharp eye” for inequality, thanks to her decades of active feminism. “I see it very clearly and I draw a lot of parallels between what has worked for feminism and what we should probably be thinking about doing with ageism,” she says. Losing the stereotypes of yesteryear is part of the change process. “New generations of older people, including me, are refusing to accept the attitudes and stereotypes about our own experience of growing older; we want to age differently from the previous generations, and we are,” Ms Toohey said. The co-chairman of the EveryAGE Counts coalition
steering group Robert Tickner said the coalition has set itself five key areas. ■ Advocacy, whole of government political engagement and public campaigning. ■ Addressing structural barriers particularly where ageist policies or entrenched practices prevent access to participation. ■ Increasing the diversity and accuracy of representations, including language, of older people in the media, advertising, the arts and public discussion. ■ Build around Australia the grassroots social movement. ■ More research and policy development. For more information, go to www.everyagecounts. org.au.
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VITAL ACTION NEEDED TO HOUSE SENIORS AS POPULATION REACHES BOILING POINT CEO of Queensland’s largest social and affordable housing provider, Horizon Housing, is calling for immediate affordable housing action for Australia’s ever-increasing ageing population. – Jason Cubit
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THE POPULATION PREDICAMENT IT’S Australia’s startling reality; earlier this year our population reached 25 million. An impressive yet eerie milestone for a figure that skipped the queue, arriving 33 years ahead of its original forecast. According to the last census, there are 3.7 million Australians over 65 years old. Within the next 40 years, an outstanding one in four Australians will form part of this demographic – that is approximately 8.7 million
Australians over the age of 65. Each year, Anglicare Australia conducts research on the current private rental market to assess if it’s possible for low income earners to afford appropriate accommodation. This year’s Rental Affordability Snapshot revealed, of 67,365 properties listed for rent in March this year, there are only about 833 rental properties in Australia considered affordable and appropriate for single pensioners. This disconcerting number will only decrease as the first houses under the Government’s National Rental Affordability Scheme begin to wind down in December this year. WHO IS MOST AT RISK? OVER our 25 year history, Horizon Housing has identified an increasing trend in demand for housing from older people, particularly older single women unable to
support themselves in the private market. Older Australian women are particularly vulnerable to homelessness later-in-life. According to Mission Australia (2017), contributing factors include low superannuation funds available, financial dependence on the pension and domestic and family violence. Couple this with the systemic norm of spending significant time out of the workforce to raise a family and we are left with more women who become susceptible to housing stress and homelessness with age. It’s a nationwide tragedy that the average superannuation of women at retirement is about half of men (46.6 per cent), according to a study by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2016). With figures as startling as this, where on earth do we even start?
THE SOLUTION HORIZON seeks to provide the affordable housing to those disadvantaged in our community. However, demand for services is – and will continue to be – staggeringly high. The Affordable Housing Portfolio has a waiting list reviewed every three months with an average of 250 applicants. About 16 per cent of our 2500 properties across the Horizon Housing portfolio are tenanted by people over the age of 55. Of this number, 60 per cent rely on government assistance as their main source of income, with little money to spare by the end of the week. The solution is three-fold. Increased, diverse affordable housing options, better support to age in place and an increased financial assistance for our pensioners is key. Easier said than done, yes, but I am confident that it can be done.
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NRAS scheme finishes Gail Forrer IT’S become just one of those things. The government’s National Rental Affordability Scheme – set up in 2008 and initially proclaimed as a “long-term” commitment by the Australian Government for investors prepared to build affordable rental housing – is winding down. Recently I went to the Gold Coast to speak to 71-year-old Dulcie, who has lived in a Southport (Queensland) unit complex with her husband for about nine years. They reared six children and worked all their lives until they suffered ill health and retired. Dulcie said that, just like everyone else, when they were younger they had dreams they wished to achieve but life took unexpected turns, including major illnesses. Nevertheless, she said: “We have worked and paid our taxes”. The unit they rent is subsided by NRAS and they will not be able to
afford to live there without the assistance. Dulcie’s neighbour, 72-year-old Cheryl, has also spent a good deal of her life in full-time work, however, similar to many women of her age, she attributes her financial position to divorce, pay disparity and part-time caring for her family that left her with little superannuation. The provision of NRAS has enabled Cheryl to rent the same unit for the past seven years. Similar to Dulcie, the government decision to wind down the scheme has left her distressed and fearful that she will end up homeless. Another resident, Pam, has twice written to the Prime Minister, Scott Morrison. An extract from her letter dated September 17 stated: “I am currently residing in an NRAS unit at Southport on the Gold Coast in Queensland. “These units are all individually owned and the owners are subsidised an amount of approximately $120 per week by the
LIVING IN FEAR: Dulcie and Cheryl are afraid they will not be able to afford rent when the government subsidy ceases. Photo: Gail Forrer government, which allows the placement of low-income earners and pensioners into their units at a reduced rental. Everyone in these units is on a low income. “I am on an aged pension and so are many of the tenants. “I have been advised that the Federal Government will cease these subsidised payments to the owners towards the end of 2019. “I am writing to advise
you that in doing this, the government is going to force thousands of retired and low-incomes earners into homelessness, as it will mean that the rents will sky rocket to amounts which we cannot afford to pay. “The extra amount payable will mean a lot of people are going to be forced out onto the streets, as there will no longer be a support mechanism in place for them.”
On October 14, Pam wrote again advising of her disappointment at not receiving a reply from the Prime Minister. Horizon Housing chief executive Jason Cubit said: “The industry has known about the end of NRAS for a number of years now. “We’ve been hoping that a replacement scheme would be announced – but it hasn’t. “What we are expecting to see once NRAS wraps up is an increase in rent prices across properties leaving the NRAS scheme of around 20 per cent. “This means if you’re currently paying $336 a week, when that incentive expires that could potentially go up to at least $420 a week – a considerable jump when you consider many of these tenants are already struggling to get by.” ■ NRAS began on July 1, 2008. Rounds one to four and a smaller “shovel-ready” round went ahead and successful applicants were granted an entitlement (or “allocation”) to receive an
annual incentive for 10 years for each approved rental dwelling. In the 2014–15 budget, the government announced it would not proceed with round five and that the scheme would be capped at 38,000 allocations The scheme will conclude in 2026. NRAS is administered under the legislative framework comprising the National Rental Affordability Scheme Act 2008 (NRAS Act) and the National Rental Affordability Scheme Regulations 2008 (NRAS Regulations). As announced in the 2014-15 budget, there will be no further funding rounds or new allocations of NRAS incentives beyond those currently allocated in the scheme and held by approved participants. Info sourced from: www.dss.gov.au/housingsupport-programsservices-housing-national -rental-affordabilityscheme/about-thenational-rentalaffordability-scheme-nras.
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Classic trends for men Cut it up in brand new hair space Channing Courtney-Eman COME on in for a game of pool and ... a haircut. New-generation barbershops have combined traditional skills with a modern aesthetic shaped to the operator’s particular style and personality to meet their customer’s requirements. But while their signature look is typically individual and unique, the one thing they share is a masculine, friendly environment where no one is embarrassed about wanting to look good. Seniors News approached the innovators of the modern barbershop, Jimmy Rods and spoke to Brisbane’s Woolloongabba store manager Geoff Willett about the latest hair trends for the mature man. Geoff said most mature men opted for traditional hair styles. “They prefer short haircuts, so the classic short back and sides is always going to be the case,” he said. How short should you go? “If you have really fine hair you don’t want to be doing a No.1 or No. 2 because you’ll look like you’ve been scalped. You might try a No.4 around the sides with a bit of length on top,” he said. With a plethora of products on the market, there is a perception men must wash their hair every day. According to the pros, this is a major misconception. “At least shampoo and condition twice a week, depending on how oily your hair is, and also how
SUPER STYLE: Barber Geoff Willett shows off his short back and sides .
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dry your scalp is,” he said. To style your hair these days, there’s many options available from wax, gels to pomades but there’s a solution for an effortless hair style. “If you want a natural look, low maintenance, easy to wash out, a matte pomade, it gives the hair a natural look, it will hold the hair in place without making it making it to appear too greasy or oily,” he said. As men, we all know shaving can be a hassle and sometimes you break out in an unfortunate rash. Geoff says heat will solve all shaving mishaps. “Heat, heat and more heat: If you can get your blade hot and your skin hot, it softens the skin and you’re less likely to rash up – and as hot as
“Definitely, the older guys tend to trim, so there’s always a stray antenna to get waxed or plucked. Stick to what shape you’ve got, just tidy up,” he said. As we age, just like George Clooney, strands of silver begin to shine. “A grey horse is as good as a black one, back in the day you kind of thought grey hair made you look old,” he said. “Now it’s meant to be distinguished. The majority of guys tend to run with their greys.” And finally: “Keep it clean, don’t let too much product build up in your hair, shampoo it twice a week, style your hair with water-based products and go in to the barber with a photo of what you want,” he said.
Geoff takes time out to shoot some pool in the barner shop. you can handle,” he advises. Using an after-balm or aftershave is a necessity for the perfect shave and new market products also mean you have access to gental, non-alcohol based balms. “Back in the olden
days, aftershaves were mainly alcohol based, it’s the old- fashioned ones that sting,” he said. “Now a lot of guys use an aftershave balm instead of an alcohol based aftershave, it’s a lot kinder on the skin. “You can get menthol
bases and that sort of thing. It just helps to close the pores up without getting that sort of rash.” In the past few years we’ve seen women paying a lot of attention to their eyebrows, but what about men: Should we be grooming them too?
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your face, neck and ears from any damaging rays! ■ The Staple Sports Cap Perfect for the races or a sunny day on the green. The sports cap exudes personality and modernity to the outfit of a mature gent. Best to wear a plain coloured cap as simplicity is much classier. Remember the golden rule: less is more. ■ The Boujee Top Hat The crowning glory of
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Digital work skills helpers Tracey Johnstone NEWLY launched, the free digital skills program Digital Springboard is helping older Australians improve their workplace and everyday life digital skills. By 2030, about 90 per cent of all jobs will require digital skills, which means that gaining a reasonable level of confidence in using technology is critical to future job survival whether you are employed or volunteering. Developed by the not-for-profit social enterprise Infoxchange and supported by Google, Digital Springboard’s primary focus is on workplace skills. Seniors who already have basic computer skills, some of which may have been gained through programs such as Be Connected or Telstra’s Tech Savvy Seniors, can utilise the Digital Springboard to take the next skill step up. “A great example is my mum who had been working in retail for 15 years with the same organisation,” Infoxchange’s Social Innovation and Digital Inclusion Manager Jess
WORKPLACE SKILLS: Digital Springboard is a new program targeted at upskilling seniors to prepare them for the future workplace. Photo: Contributed Perrin said. “She had not written a CV for 40 years because a lot of the jobs she got through word of mouth. “Then she decided she wanted to try to get a new job. “For her, being in her 60s, going through a
course like ‘How to write a CV’ was crucial in helping her take that next step.” There are other program courses such as ‘Skills to boost your career or business’ and ‘Skills for starting your own business’. The program is being
delivered by community organisations. “We have over 50 partners nationally who have come on board as Digital Springboard delivery partners,” Ms Perrin said. “It’s just the beginning.” These organisations –
libraries, community centres, The Smith Family, the Australian Red Cross, neighbourhood houses networks – are provided with Train the Trainer skills and course resources. Each one then delivers the face-to-face training in
line with their community needs such as in CALD and indigenous communities. “In terms of the job market and everyone staying in the workforce longer, some of our content already appeals to that,” Ms Perrin said. “We have courses on how to do work presentations, emails and spreadsheets. If you are moving from what has been a non-digital role, but to stay within your organisation you need to have more digital skills, these ones are a really good starting point for people to evolve in that way.” In the volunteering space, Ms Perrin uses the example of Rotary. To complement the member’s business mentoring activities with refugees, Rotary has partnered with the Australian Red Cross to provide digital skills training to the mentors. They are then able to transfer that digital knowledge to the refugees. To find a Digital Springboard course near you and for more information, go to www.digitalspringboard. org.au.
Funeral trends aim at making them meaningful FUNERALS these days are an event where choice is on the table for clients to look outside the norm for a variety of ways in which to say a fond farewell. Robert Nelson of the Melbourne institution Robert Nelson Funerals is a fifth-generation funeral director. A former member of the national board of the Australian Funeral Directors, he’s been in the business for 30 years. While his background is traditional, having come from a family that started as carpenters, hand-crafting the coffins and french polishing their finish, these days he is an industry disruptor as he looks for ways to make the funeral experience more relevant to the person who has died and to the people who are attending the event. “Today’s funerals have become quite expensive,” he said. “We have expensive vehicles, land holdings and facilities, and staffing infrastructure.” Consequently, these costs have to be passed on to the clients. “I have come out of that
structure and begun to say how can I afford a funeral? And, I looked at the structure and types of services that people were wanting today.” He now starts with telling his clients, “do and choose whatever you want”. “There is no right or wrong with any of this.” Make it meaningful Have you attended a funeral where you have wondered just whose life you were acknowledging; the person who had died or someone completely different? “People today don’t necessarily need the quite formal or official closures,” he said. “That’s where the meaningful aspect comes in. It’s common to go to funerals and, if they’re not organised properly, people come out thinking, ‘whose funeral was I actually at?’” Mr Nelson believes that if they are meaningful and relevant to the deceased person the event will also be meaningful to the people who are attending. This may mean its location and structure, plus the messages and
PRO TIPS: Robert Nelson of Robert Nelson Funerals.
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forms of recognition are representative of the person’s story and provide closure to all attending. Funeral or cremation Mr Nelson is seeing more people choosing not to attend a cremation, but rather gather with friends and family in a location that has relevance to the deceased person. Venues Clubs of any kind are now the favoured locations for memorial services. “People are not wanting what was once considered traditional,” Mr Nelson said. Cardboard isn’t the best enviro option The problem is when the coffin is put into the
cremator, it forms part of the fuel for cremation. But, cardboard doesn’t burn well, so more energy is required to burn as opposed to a particle board coffin. “The reality is, the cost of a custom board coffin isn’t much different to cardboard,” Mr Nelson said. The newest material available is willow. They are made from plant material, like a wicker basket, and are relatively inexpensive. Get a quote Always ask for the breakdown of the costs so you can make a choice as to what options you want and can afford.
Capture a person’s story Mr Nelson suggests a family member, for example, videoing a person, while they are still well, as they describe their life. That video can then become part of the eulogy. “You are trying to capture the essence of the person and have them describe in a very normal way about their life, childhood, school years and work,” he said. “Don’t do it at one time, but at various times.” He has done this for clients, superimposing the live footage over historical photos, and even using some of the voice track in the memorial presentation. Sending the ashes skywards Ashes to Ashes is a company that organises for the ashes to be scattered in the sky through a fireworks display. “Cremated remains weigh about 3kg,” Mr Nelson said. “They get loaded into 300 or 400 commercial-grade fireworks, and then put on
a whole show when they set this stuff off.” Diamond memory This is where ashes are turned into ‘cremation diamonds’. The processing can take anywhere between about three and eight months. Whatever is produced could become a family heirloom, Mr Nelson suggests. “When you think about it, in the last century people did wear mourning jewellery,” Mr Nelson said. Don’t forget ■ Tell your family and friends what you want at the time of your death, Mr Nelson enthused. If you don’t tell, they won’t know. ■ Talk to a funeral director in advance, before death. ■ If you aren’t happy with a funeral business, choose another. ■ Shop around for a funeral provider for costs and choice of services. ■ Search the internet for business contacts. ■ Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want. ■ Make the funeral meaningful and relevant to the deceased person, their family and friends.
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Community notes
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NINE Brisbane centenarians were honoured when Bolton Clarke hosted its second annual Centenarian Club morning tea at Brisbane City Hall on Tuesday, October 2. The event coincided with International Day of the Older Person celebrations on October 1. Special guests included returning club members Elma Tadman, 105, from Bolton Clarke’s Treetops residential aged care community at New Farm and Thelma Sprott, 102, from Bolton Clarke’s Inverpine residential aged care community at Murrumba Downs. Eileen “Mackie” Sutton, who will celebrate her 103rd birthday on Saturday, October 6 at Inverpine, also attended. Bolton Clarke Chairman Pat McIntosh and Brisbane City Council Chairman of Council, Councillor Angela Owen, welcomed new members and presented them with a book of historic images of Brisbane and surrounding areas.
PROBUS CLUBS
Chelmer and District WE MEET at the Croll Memorial Precinct, 2 Clewley Street, Corinda (opposite Sherwood Services Club) on the
fourth Tuesday of the month (except December) at 9.45am. We have our monthly meeting then a friendly chat over morning tea, followed by a guest speaker covering a wide and interesting range of topics. Members also get together for regular outings, a garden group, a walking group, theatre visits, a book swap and other activities. We welcome retired men and women from Chelmer to Oxley and all surrounding suburbs who wish to join in the fun, friendship and fellowship of Probus and meet for club meetings and outings with other active, like-minded retirees. Phone Kathy on (07) 3379 7237 for details. Redcliffe City Mixed THIRTY-TWO Probian Members and friends flew to Milan, Italy to enjoy cruising both the eastern and western side of Italy. Having researched the places we wanted to visit, all were keen to see them. Home bound to Brisbane, we stopped in Dubai for a few hours rest in the airport hotel. The group thought that the tour was a great success and enjoyed friendship and fellowship. Sherwood THE combined Probus Club of Sherwood Inc meets at 10am at the Magpies AFL Club in Chelmer St East, Chelmer
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Elizabeth is a volunteer for the Pyjama Foundation and explained that the object of the organisation is to improve the literacy and numeracy levels of children in care and give them a chance to reach their potential, despite a fragile start. Volunteers, known as ‘Pyjama Angel’, are screened, trained, recruited and then matched with a child in foster care. Together, they spend an hour a week reading books aloud, playing educational games and engaging in fun activities. A Pyjama Angel’s role is to provide consistent love and support, and most importantly, instil a love of learning in children. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 10am at Geebung RSL Club. Bus and rail transport are virtually at the door and there are adequate car parking facilities. For further information, phone Bev Worthington on (07) 3359 2056 or Kay Davidson (07) 3263 8072.
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AS THE years turn to decades and time goes by, there is always something to commemorate. This month it has been the Centenary of the railway arriving at Mitchelton, followed a week later on November 11 by the centenary of the end of a terrible world war. As a local history society it is our responsibility to bring these events to your notice and we do so with pride in our district’s progress. Next year we will have our own reason to celebrate; our silver anniversary. Our library is at your disposal every Thursday between 9am-1pm to research or to browse, be you an historian or a member of a community group. Other times can be arranged; come and we will show you how those earlier generations lived and coped with war and depression. We are situated in the wheelchair friendly Enoggera Memorial Hall, Trundle Street, itself a part of our district’s history for more than a century. New members are welcome.
For more information, phone Dave on (07) 3366 3191.
MOONAH PARK INDOOR MARKETS
HAVE you started your Christmas shopping yet? Come along and support the independent residents of Moonah Park Retirement Village and local small businesses. You just might find that perfect present for family and/or friends at one of our stalls. We will have a variety of wonderful handmade items and food on offer, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to find something special. You will find us in the air-conditioned Community Centre on 28 Blaker Road, Mitchelton between 8am-noon on Saturday, November 17. For further details, email Janet Delaney: janet pdelaney@gmail.com.
STAFFORD GARDEN CLUB
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where there is plenty of parking. We have a short meeting followed by a lovely morning tea, then an interesting speaker. We finish about noon when some of us may have lunch at the club. We do day tours by coach and sometimes extended tours to places of interest. There are many independent groups run by volunteers such as theatre, dinner, lunch, garden, mah jong, scrabble and book groups. We have vacancies for new members, both men and women. If you would like to join us for fun, fellowship and friendship, please phone either Pam on (07) 3375 4698 or Pat on (07) 3379 7525. Wavell WE WELCOME active retired and semi-retired singles or couples as new members who are interested in fun, friendship and fellowship. Monthly meetings with a guest speaker, local day tours, picnics and theatre outings are part of the club’s activities. The guest speaker for October was Elizabeth Melvin from the Pyjama Foundation.
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CENTENARIAN CLUB: Bolton Clarke Centenarian Club members (from left) Eileen “Mackie” Sutton (Murrumba Downs), Thelma Sprott (Murrumba Downs), Elma Tadman (New Farm), Art McClure (Caboolture), Ivy Evans (Waterford), Hazel Marsh (Ashgrove), Russell “Rusty” McWilliam (Thornlands), Vera “Billie” Brown (Pinjarra Hills) and Bert Drury (Currumbin Waters) celebrate at the Centenarian Club morning tea, with more than 900 years of stories to share.
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FROM PAGE 14 Flower Show was the blaze of colour: after that, we started to admire the flowers, all of a high standard. A little dazed by the brilliance of the blooms, we tottered onto the veranda and down a few steps into the Plant Market – an extension of the spring show. What a pleasure. Beautifully laid-out stalls presented a wide range of plants for sale – precisely labelled, carefully presented and the stalls managed by pleasant and informative plant enthusiasts. Heaven for gardeners. All this and a ceramics display plus a cafe. We almost had to be dragged away to tour some Open Gardens – private gardens open to the public, with entrance fees going to charities – interrupted only by lunch at the Buderim Tavern, with its breathtaking views to distant Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast. Stafford Garden Club has 3 or 4 day trips per year, all of them interesting and informative – and always with at a least one opportunity to purchase a plant or two. Stafford Club’s last meeting of the year is on Thursday, November 15 with visiting speaker Ruth Higgins talking about cactus and succulents from 9.30am for a 10am start, OES Hall, corner of Kitchener Road and Bohland Street. Come along, it’s always friendly and informal.
FOREST LAKE FIFTY PLUS CLUB
WE MEET on the third Friday of the month at The Lion, Pine Road, Richlands at 10.30am. Date claimers for the next two meetings are November 16 and January 18, 2019. For more information on the club and its activities, contact president Leonie on 0427 846 057 or Les (activities officer) on 0466 377 618 to register your interest, email fl50plusc@gmail.com. New members are always welcome.
WROCCS INC
WYNNUM Region Organised Computing Club for Seniors Inc will be holding their monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 13 upstairs at the Wynnum RSL at 10.30am. The club is for anyone who would like to know more about their computers, laptops, tablets and phones and is run by volunteers. 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 per week or some of lesser duration. We are continuing with our popular “one-on-one”
CHEERS AND SMILES: Some of the Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club members on a recent outing to the Sirromet Winery. sessions, where a member has one on one learning with a specific coach for an hour, who happens to teach a subject selected by the member. Irrespective of the type or duration of a class they only cost $10. Our classes can commence from a very basic level so don’t be afraid to make a start. For more information, please phone Lavina on 0411 806 154 or go to wroccs.org.au. We look forward to seeing you there.
SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
MAKE new friends, come along any Tuesday between 9am-noon to the Community Centre, 19 Nerida Street, Rochedale. Members of a Senior Citizens Club play indoor bowls or are entertained with a concert on alternate Tuesdays. Tuition provided for new players and new members are most welcome. For more information, phone Shirley on (07) 3209 1682.
1919 EXHIBITION
VICTORIA Barracks on Petrie Terrace in Brisbane is home for Army Museum South Queensland. A new Exhibition will launch in February 2019. Displays will include meticulously researched stories of the aftermath of “the war to end all wars” and how peace negotiations affected the Australian way of life. Public tours of Victoria Barracks are on
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monthly at Kedron. We are either fully or partial self funded trying to enhance our lifestyle socially or financially. Our meetings are held normally on the third Friday of the month starting around 9.30am and finishing at noon. We have guest speakers on most months but we will not be here for December till starting again in January. We also have a finance discussion group meeting on each second Friday at Chermside for members, we do not give financial advice. Bus trips we do are a very popular event. Our Kedron meetings are held at the OES Hall, 2 Boland Street, off Kitchener Road. Off street parking is available. For details phone (07) 3881 1820 and (07) 3351 4126 prior to 5pm or email sitram@ powerup.com.au.
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Some of the Redcliffe City Mixed Probus club members enjoy coffee time in Cinque Terre on their recent tour of Italy. Wednesdays only. The price of $15 per person includes the professionally researched and curated exhibition, an escorted tour of historic Victoria Barracks, Devonshire Tea served in the original Officers’ Mess, souvenir booklet and digital photo. Groups and individuals must always make prior bookings, go to armymuseumsouth queensland.com.au, phone 0429 954 663 or email info@armymuseum southqueensland.com.au. NB. Volunteers will be required at the Barracks from March 2019 either on Wednesdays or Tuesdays. Applications welcome from all age groups. A background of Australian Military procedures is an advantage but not
essential. Training will be provided.
QUEENSLAND FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY
WHAT to get mum or dad for Christmas? Queensland Family History Society has single or double memberships that provide 24/7 access to MyHeritage a worldwide genealogy database from your own home pc. Are you interested in researching your family? For only $84 for a single membership or $119 for a dual membership you can acces: over eight billion worldwide records; UK and USA censuses with images; directories, guides, biographies, wills and probate records; government, land and court records; access to subscription journals,
WE INVITE you to our Annual Christmas Cent Auction at the RSL Hall Melville Terrace Manly on Saturday, November 24 from 1pm for 1.30pm start. Entry $5 includes afternoon tea. Great opportunity to get some presents for Christmas, while supporting our local charities. Phone Cheryl on (07) 3890 4671 or 0481 986 165.
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NEW laws to protect the rights of older Queenslanders who live in retirement villages will be explained at a series of free education sessions being hosted by National Seniors Australia. The Queensland Government introduced new laws to enforce simplified contracts and require ongoing fees and charges to be clearly declared upfront. It also introduced a minimum 21 days to evaluate the contract before signing and limited the time for payment of a CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
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Ladies from the Pine Rivers VIEW club enjoyed a Brisbane City River Cruise recently. Photos: Contributed
THINK PINK: Liz Thomas-Ellis, Josie Daly and Denise Murphy from Chapel Hill VIEW club.
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9.30am-2pm, (no entry fee to village for CFHRG research). Phone (07) 5428 2018 or email us at cfhrg55@bigpond. com. Our monthly meetings are held on the second Saturday each month starting at 10am in our rooms.
ON DECEMBER 7 the club’s last meeting for 2018 will take place. It is for members only and invited guests, and will consist of activities such as prize giving for successful 2018 exhibitors, a luncheon and entertainment. The club will then go into
WE WILL be hosting a Lymphoedema Forum ‘Living Positively with Lymphoedema’ on Saturday, November 10 at Merthyr Road Uniting Church, New Farm, Brisbane from 8.30am-1.30pm. Invited speakers are Dr Michael Gattas MBBS FRACP, Clinical Geneticist and Professor Jane Turner, Discipline of Psychiatry, UQ. The aim is to provide those who are affected, also family and friends, an opportunity to meet with those who have met the challenge and gain a
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WE ARE having a ‘Come and Try Day’ with a sausage sizzle on Sunday, November 18 from 12-2pm. Come along and join in the fun with hats, sunscreen and smooth flat shoes or bare feet. Coloured bowls and casual dress. Phone Sue on 0412 608 041 or email jindaleeb@gmail.com o assist with catering numbers.
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Arana OUR final meeting for the year is on Wednesday, December 5 at the Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade, Keperra. Doors open at 10.30am for a 11am start to our meeting. Cost is $27 for the two-course lunch with tea and coffee included. We will be having our bumper Christmas raffle and our usual lucky door prizes, all proceeds of which go towards supporting our Learning for Life students. The theme for the Christmas meeting this year is “A winter wonderland”. Our CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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representing the seven Queensland branches. We had great guest speakers: Aloma Fennell, the president of National Older Women’s Network, and Lorrae and Vince O’Rourke from Carers Outlook at Nambour. All the members enjoyed the guest speakers and it was a chance for those attending to meet with members from the other branches and exchange ideas. The new management committee are Lee Hodgson (president), June Donnelly (vice-president), Barbara Barnes (treasurer), Judith Heindorff (secretary), Helen Stanton, Ruth Sargent and Pat Wendt (ordinary members). It will be a good year for OWNQ. Phone (07) 3358 2301 or coordinator@ ownqld.net.au.
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greater understanding of causes, treatments current and emerging, exercise options and dealing with emotional issues. There will be trade displays of garments and therapy options. Multidraw raffle. Cost $15 with catered lunch and morning tea. To check availability and register, message on 0403 782 795 or email info@lymphqld.org. A support group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Toowong Library from 12-2pm. A shared lunch followed by guest speakers and an annual outing. All welcome.
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resident’s exit entitlements to 18 months. The new consumer protection laws assist current, former and future retirement village residents and manufactured home owners. The National Seniors education sessions will be held: November 29 at 10-11.30am at the Brisbane Square Library, 266 George Street, Brisbane. Registrations for the free events are essential. For more information, phone 1300 765 050 or go to nationalseniors.com.au/ rlo.
recess until its first meeting on February 6, 2019. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the calendar month, except January. There are vacancies for new members. The venue is the Enoggera Memorial Hall in Trundle Street near Wardell Street. Visitors and new members are most welcome.
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GIVE PEACE A CHANCE: On International Peace Day, the Palmwoods Singers Theatrical Society sang for peace throughout the world.
Western Suburbs Branch Australian Red Cross members Jenny Poulson and Valda Lavery raised over $800 for the farmers from their Bring and Buy Table.
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joining the club which sponsors three school children. We meet at 11am on the second Wednesday of the month at the Rec Club, Alba Lane (off Jacaranda Avenue), Kingston. Cost of $25 includes a two course lunch and a guest speaker. Phone Pat on (07) 3804 6931 for further details. Pine Rivers IF YOU want to have fun, make new friends and support an Australian charity at the same time, come and join our club. Our luncheon meeting is the third Wednesday of each month. We have either an interesting guest speaker or some other entertainment on the day, including raffles and prizes. If you wish to go we have an outing on the first Wednesday of every month. Past outings have included boat trips on the Pumicestone Passage, a Brisbane River cruise, visited a butterfly farm, celebrated Australia Day, had pizza and trivia in a local park, soup and crusty bread lunches and even a high tea. On the fourth Wednesday of every month you can also join up with other members for a “Coffee
support our eight Learning for Life students. The final meeting for 2018 will be held on Monday, November 18 at the Bellbowrie Tavern at 10.45am for an 11.15am start. The theme will be a ‘Bush Christmas’ and the guest speaker will the wonderfully entertaining bush poet, Noel Stannard. Bookings are essential with Jean on 0409 268 646. Cost $5. Food and drinks at own cost from an extensive menu. There will be a monster Christmas trading table of edible goodies and home made gifts as well as raffles and lucky doors aplenty. Coffee and Chat will be held on Saturday, November 24 at 10am at Perfect Blend coffee shop on Fleming Road, Chapel Hill. Christmas lunch for members and partners will be held on Sunday, December 2 at Georges Paragon in the city. Bookings essential. More information on our activities is available from Jean on 0409 268 646. Logan OUR ladies are urging the local community to support disadvantaged children and young people with their education by
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and Chat” morning at a local venue. Phone Elizabeth (07) 3886 4937 or Sandra 0448 862 518.
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COME and say hello to members of Brisbane North West branch of NSAA as they sell poppies and badges outside Woolworths and Coles at Everton Park during the week leading up to Remembrance Day (Sunday, November 11). This year is special as it marks exactly 100 years since the guns fell silent on the Western Front and Palestine after more than four years of terrible conflict. The Association exists for the welfare and benefit of Australian ‘nashos’ who served in either of the two schemes operating between 1951 and 1973, and the
wives/widows thereof. Conscripts who served for countries other than Australia are welcome to join as associate members. To apply for the two medals to which all Australian ‘nashos’ are entitled; to locate a branch closer to you or to find out the benefits of membership of the Association phone (07) 3324 1277 or go to nashoqld.org.au. Brisbane North West branch meets on the third Sunday of each month, next is November 18 and December 16 at Gaythorne RSL from 10.15am. Visitors and new members are welcome. After the meeting there is the opportunity to join fellow members in the pleasant environment of the RSL bistro for lunch. For further details about Brisbane North West branch, phone Dave on (07) 3366 3191.
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special guests on the day will be the Grovely School Choir who will be singing Christmas songs to get us in the Christmas mood. Phone Carol on (07) 3355 5349 to book by noon Monday, December 3. Centenary Evening THIS dinner meeting will be held on Monday, November 12, starting 6.30-7pm at McLeod Country Golf Club, 61 Gertrude McLeod Crescent, Middle Park. Bookings are essential and must be made before midday Friday, November 9. The cost is $35 and our contact is Rita, phone 0413 138 967. Alternatively, you can email centenaryeveview@ gmail.com. If you want to find out more about our club, look up our Facebook page and check out our very busy social calendar. We have regular coffee mornings at different venues around the Centenary suburbs as well as dinners where partners are included. Of course, Melbourne Cup day will be celebrated in style. Chapel Hill ‘THINK Pink’ was the
theme of our recent lunch at Mt Ommaney Hotel Apartments to focus attention on breast cancer and its treatment. Tables were decorated with pink serviettes and pink flowers and members responded by wearing pink. Guest speaker was Amanda Harvey, from Queensland Rail, who spoke about the opportunities for tourists within Queensland. In November, we are off and racing with the Melbourne Cup. Best hat and best outfit will be strongly contested, with the chance to win a lucky door or raffle prize or the sweep. Lunchtime meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 10.45am for 11.30am at Mt Ommaney Hotel/Apartments, Dandenong Road (off Centenary Highway), Mt Ommaney. Visitors are always welcome. Phone Denise on 0409 261 488 if you would like to attend one of our functions or email chapelhill view@gmail.com. Kenmore THE 2018 year is drawing to a close. What a delightful year it has been for friendship, fun and successful fundraising to
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Informed retirement choices give security Jessica Kinnear
SATSIFIED RESIDENTS: Retirement villages offer a great option for people who are keen to be part of a community and access great facilities. RIGHT: Jessica Kinnerar. finding that the average two-bedroom unit is priced at less than 70 per cent of the median house price in the same postcode. External house and garden maintenance and repairs is also usually taken care of which removes the stress which comes with having to maintain the family home as you age. If you like to imagine your later years spent playing tennis or lawn bowls with friends, swimming in a pool close by or having access to a nearby library, gym or craft lessons, you should investigate retirement living. It’s often fun activities like these that
entice people to make the switch. Cons: Living in a retirement living community inherently entails living with others and with this comes rules and regulations about what you can and can’t do. While village management is there to help foster a vibrant village life and encourage resident interaction, their job is also to ensure rules and regulations are maintained. If people haven’t lived in a community before, they may be in for a shock to realise that there are other residents’ interests that need to be
considered, such as restrictions around pet ownership, car parking and the extent to which you can make changes to your home and garden. Retirement villages are typically structured around three types of fees; entry fees, ongoing fees and departure fees. The operators usually make their profit at the ‘departure’ end of the deal, but a narrow understanding of the model can lead to prospective residents and their families feeling overwhelmed and distrustful. Different types of retirement living: There are different
retirement living accommodation options. These include independent living, serviced apartment accommodation or assisted living (where personal services such as cleaning, laundry and meals are provided), rental accommodation (where the resident pays an ongoing rental) and lastly land lease communities otherwise known as manufactured home parks or lifestyle communities (where the resident owns the physical building but leases the land/site upon which the building sits from the community owner).
Jessica Kinnear is the founder of Compare Villages, Australia’s first website helping Australians to comprehensively compare retirement living accommodation. A former lawyer in the space, Jessica saw the need for a comparison service that allows users to specify the type of property they want, the lifestyle features that appeal to them, and provides transparency and clarity around fees. comparevillages.com.au
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Is a retirement village right for you? In terms of deciding to move into a retirement community, like with any significant decision, there are pros and cons that are worth taking into account. The decision is likely to be your last independent move so it’s one you want to get right. Pros: The lifestyle features, services provided, activities offered and social interactions has been found to delay the need for aged care. Independent research by Grant Thornton finds that village residents live independently for five years longer than the national average, delaying their entry into the residential aged care system. According to the report, living in a retirement village reduces the number of hospital admissions and improves the social well-being of residents. As retirement villages are purpose built, age appropriate designs such as ramps and railings help reduce accidents. The common problems of social isolation and depression are counteracted by the community support offered by the other village residents.(1) They’re mostly an affordable downsizing proposition with the 2017 PwC/Property Council Retirement Census
Resident satisfaction survey results show that village residents are happy and satisfied with their move. The negatives largely stem from residents not properly understanding what they were getting into. When considering what sort of retirement village might best suit, it’s a mix of considerations including location, lifestyle features, services provided or offered and any access to aged care services together with Contractual and financial considerations. It’s imperative to visit different villages, find out what it’s like to actually live there (meet the village manager and the residents’ committee) and get legal and financial advice before you decide. (1. Reference: Grant Thornton: Property Council of Australia: National Overview of the Retirement Village Sector, 2014).
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New concept in over 50s living LOOKING for a luxury home in a beautiful location? First-class facilities in a secure, gated community? A focus on lifestyle, well-being and health? Welcome to GemLife Bribie Island. Since commencing operations two years ago, GemLife has rapidly gained a reputation for their innovative approach to over 50s living. Their resort at Bribie Island is developing ahead of schedule, with stage three just released and attracting strong buyer interest. GemLife Sales and Marketing Manager Andrew Coulter attributes the success to the company’s unique offering. “GemLife resorts have four key points of difference,” Mr Coulter said. “First, we don’t charge entry or exit fees, and home owners retain 100 per cent of capital gain. This provides transparency and certainty for home buyers.
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE: GemLife Bribie Island embraces social networking and well-being in a close-knit community. “Second, the properties themselves are architecturally designed, spacious and feature top-of-the-range appliances and fittings. These are luxury two and three-bedroom homes.
“Third, location is paramount,” Mr Coulter said. “GemLife looks for naturally beautiful surroundings complemented by a thriving local community.
Residents can take advantage of on-site facilities but also have convenient access to local business and shopping precincts. “Finally, the focus is very much on an active
and social close-knit community. “GemLife was developed specifically for over 50s wanting to embrace an active lifestyle and social network, and at the same
time enjoy a luxury, low-maintenance home. “We call it ‘right-sizing’ rather than down-sizing. It’s a lifestyle concept that suits a wide range of people, whether retired or still working.” The formula is working well. In addition to Bribie Island, GemLife has resorts in Maroochydore, Highfields, Lennox Head and Woodend with more developments scheduled. GemLife homes feature spacious two or three-bedroom designs, flexible entertaining spaces, top-of-the-range appliances, two-car garages and provision for boat or caravan storage. Resort facilities encourage an active and social community with indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasium, tennis court, bowling green, games room, bowling alley, beauty salon and spa.
Phone GemLife Bribie Island for more information or to arrange a site tour on 1800 193 177.
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Retire with everything you want and more at Aveo Durack Support the retirement lifestyle you want now, and in the future. Set amongst 34ha of native bushland and beautiful gardens, just 20 minutes from the Brisbane CBD, Aveo Durack has a host of facilities and services for you to enjoy life the way you want. This welcoming and vibrant retirement community offers the perfect environment to join in the many activities and social events, and meet new friends along the way. And with a range of care and support services on-site, you can continue to stay in the community you’ve come to know and love, if your needs change. Feel right at home in one of our spacious, single-level, low maintenance villas or apartments, where you can enjoy balcony views or a garden terrace, with plenty of space to entertain family and friends.
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Come and see what makes Aveo Durack a great place to live. Call 13 28 36 to book an appointment with our team.
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Country life is a healthy life IT’S official: living closer to nature is better for your health and may even extend your life! Independent studies published in several peer-reviewed journals have found that people who live close to natural green spaces, surrounded by vegetation, appear to live longer and experience improved mental health, social engagement and physical activity. Furthermore, this type of green living may contribute to a reduction in the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and stress. It’s little wonder then, that the team behind Affinity Sheep Station Creek chose 70 Amy Street Morayfield to create the brand-new, boutique, over-50s lifestyle resort! Nestled between nature parks and bushland and against a backdrop of soaring trees, with southern views down to the stunning Sheep Station Creek, the resort
NATURAL LIVING: Affinity Sheep Station Creek is an over-50s lifestyle resort north of Brisbane, and your perfect home among the gum trees. has been designed to mirror its surroundings and includes vast areas of beautifully landscaped features. A master planned community, Affinity Sheep Station Creek will comprise 135 architecturally designed homes offering the latest in contemporary, quality inclusions, with five house designs to choose from in the first stage. The resort’s planned layout and future integration with surrounding nature parks will allow residents easy access to a network of
proposed walking trails to ensure that they enjoy their new, healthy lifestyle to the fullest. And being pet friendly, they can even take their dog with them! Our goal at Affinity Sheep Station Creek is to give our residents and visitors a feeling of ‘coming home’, which is just one of the many reasons why Affinity Sheep Station Creek is set to become the most sought after over-50s lifestyle resort north of Brisbane and your perfect home among the gum trees!
With prices starting from $369,000, there’s a choice of lots available on which to build the home of your dreams. Also for sale are four perfectly positioned prestige homes with views over the stunning, landscaped gully, which are ready to move into now. Buy one before December 31, 2018 and take advantage of our Solar Promotion valued at $15,000. Phone Melody Lucas today on 1300 295 807 for more information.
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Did you know that living close to nature is good for your health?
Welcome to Affinity Sheep Station Creek South East Queensland’s brand new, unique over-50’s lifestyle resort & your perfect Home Among the Gum Trees
Stage 1 now open with homes from $369,000
Selection of 2 & 3 bedroom homes Boutique estate surrounded by nature reserves Less than 5 minutes from retail & health amenities No deferred management/exit fees
Buy one of 5 immaculate, ready-built homes in the 1st stage of Affinity Sheep Station Creek, before 31st December 2018 and we will throw in 5.5 kWh Solar Panels with Battery Backup worth $15,000 absolutely FREE ! * (conditions apply)
Contact Melody Lucas for more information or to book a tour of the resort
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Tangara Village is an affordable inner city lifestyle.
OPEN DAY 20 NOVEMBER 10AM - 1PM ALL WELCOME
Easy Retirement
Easy Choice
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Located in the heart of West End, Tangara Village is within easy reach of transport, shops, services and the Cultural Precinct at Southbank. The Mater and Princess Alexandra Hospitals are also nearby.
Enjoy affordable living in an elevated position at West End with views of Brisbane City and surrounding suburbs. Each fully self-contained one bedroom apartment is refurbished to a quality standard, delivering an easy retirement lifestyle.
Access a range of Blue Care services, including assistance with housework, transport, allied health services, social support and personal care.
To book an inspection at Tangara Village call 07 3155 2120 Tangara Village 35 Sussex St, West End Email info@easylivingretirementvillages.com.au • www.easylivingretirementvillages.com.au
Brassall Village gives you a quiet convenient lifestyle.
OPEN DAY 27 NOVEMBER 10.30AM - 1PM ALL WELCOME
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Experience the freedom of not having to take care of home maintenance and gardening. Your home is safe and secure. With maintenance free community areas and organised social activities, you are free to enjoy the best years of your life.
Affordable living in a refurbished onebedroom unit from $168,000*. Or take advantage of our refurbished studio apartments where midday meals, cleaning and a linen service are provided from $95,000**.
Access a range of Blue Care services, including assistance with housework, transport, and allied health services. Blue Care also has an aged care facility co-located within the village.
To book an inspection at Brassall Village call 07 3155 2121 *Typical price for 1 bedroom apartment. **Typical price for a studio apartment.
Brassall Village 9 Charles St, Brassall • Email info@easylivingretirementvillages.com.au • www.easylivingretirementvillages.com.au
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Reserve an apartment between 1 November 2018 and 31 January 2019 to go into the draw for your chance to win* a Sleepy’s Premium Adjustable Bed package valued at over $4,000.
Adjustable base Mattress and protector Pillows Beautiful sheet set *T&Cs apply, see website for details.
Sleepy’s and Azure Blue Carina and Redcliffe are making it even easier to move in! Perfect for those who want to step up and enjoy easy retirement living. Azure Blue Carina and Redcliffe offer spacious, modern apartments surrounded by resort style facilities. The ideal way to get a feel for our village is to take a tour!
AZURE BLUE CARINA Phone Mark 07 3155 2126
AZURE BLUE REDCLIFFE Phone Angela 07 3155 2101
Visit 455 Richmond Road, Carina Email info@AzureBlueCarina.com.au www.AzureBlueCarina.com.au
Visit 91 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe Email info@AzureBlueRedcliffe.com.au www.AzureBlueRedcliffe.com.au
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Retire to a new home with city views in Bayside BRAND INSIGHTS BAYSIDE by Gateway Lifestyle is a vibrant seniors’ community located in Brisbane’s inner eastern suburb of Tingalpa. Retire in the location you know and love. It is close to everything, including easy access to the city and airport. Shopping and other services are just on your doorstep. Final brand new homes The final 12 new plans are now available and construction has commenced ready to move into during mid-2019. Architect-designed for stylish and practical living, there are many different floorplans. The homes range from
two-bedroom 1.5-bathroom to three-bedroom two-bathrooms. Prices start from $320,000. A number of homes have views to the city and surrounding parklands. When at home enjoy the many facilities and activities. The community boasts a bowling green, swimming pool and clubhouse for exclusive use of residents and their guests. Financial freedom to enjoy your retirement Whether your retirement dream is to free up money to enjoy travel, socialising or to put away for later, Bayside by Gateway Lifestyle may be the right choice for you. There are no entry or exit fees and no stamp
duty or council rates payable. There are many good financial reasons to make the move. “Initial demand and feedback for the final homes has been fantastic and we continue to conduct individual appointments throughout the week and over weekends,” Gateway Lifestyle sales consultant Wendy Cochrane said. Visit one of the upcoming open days on November 10 or December 8 to find out more about what Bayside can offer or phone Wendy on 1300 361 311 to make an appointment at a time that suits you. Start living now in your brand new home. Visit the website gatewaylifestyle.com.au.
LIFESTYLE: The community boasts a bowling green, swimming pool and clubhouse for exclusive use of residents and their guests. Photo: Troy House
Whether your retirement dream is to free up money to enjoy travel, socialising or to put away for later, Bayside by Gateway Lifestyle may be the right choice for you.
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Act now to save your life If there is a power outage, alarms that rely on a landline may not work. In that instance the only alternative is using a mobile network, so check whether your device is capable of dialling through a mobile network. Where to start Before contacting NBN you need to check whether you and your device are eligible for the upgrade offer. You must: ■ Own an unmonitored medical alarm or be authorised by its owner to upgrade it to an eligible one. ■ Use an alarm that relies solely on the home phoneline. Alarms that can connect to a mobile network are not eligible. ■ Live where you can get a new fixed line connection over the NBN network. People who live in an NBN fixed wireless or sky muster area aren’t eligible. ■ Register your alarm on NBN’s Medical Alarm Register at www.nbnco.com.au/ residential/learn/ device-compatibility/ medical-alarms.html or by phoning 1800 227 300.
■ Have purchased your existing alarm on or before August 31, 2018. ■ Not previously received a medical alarm upgrade rebate or subsidy through any other similar NBN-supported program or offer. You will be requested to return your old alarm to the original supplier for disposal once the new device is in place. A new alarm will come with a reply-paid post bag. If you are eligible for the upgrade offer, you could save up to 80 per cent on the participating device supplier’s normal retail price of the device, capped at a maximum discount of $300, when you order a new alarm from a list of participating companies. Currently, the participating companies are CareAlert and The INS Group. Getting connected Once on the Medical Alarm Register, NBN will contact you when your home is ready to be connected to the NBN. You will then receive advice on existing device compatibility and upgrade options before your
current landline is switched over to the NBN. “NBN will provide enhanced communications, education campaigns and access to the Unmonitored Medical Alarm Upgrade Offer available through its participating device suppliers,” Mr Whitcomb said. Details on upgrade offer for unmonitored medical alarm devices: nbn.com. au/alarmupgrade.
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From Brisbane city to bay ‘‘ Indulge yourself with a chilled out stay on Redcliffe Peninsula THE renowned Sebel brand has arrived in a tranquil, Brisbane bayside suburb. Cycles: there’s no doubt about it – where quality is attached, what goes around comes around. A generation ago, Margate was a favoured holiday place for city and country folk. Somewhere along the timeline between then and now, the holiday crowds explored new areas, these days a steady stream of travellers are making their way back to the shorelines of Brisbane. There’s no change to the wide blue expanse of Moreton Bay waters or much difference to the lovely, long jetties and gentle sense of relaxation. But there are great changes when it comes to the modern boardwalk spanning the length of these bayside areas, the introduction of weekend markets, new eateries and the style of accommodation such as the Sebel. The rooftop swimming pool and entertainment area speak about the type of establishment that has been shaped for Bayside visitors. Sebel Margate boasts fresh, modern apartments with an excellent restaurant and great service. For me, a weekend stay on the Redcliffe Peninsula meant a chance to re-discover the area my grandmother retired to in the 1960s. I retained fond memories of feeling happy and free playing on sandy beaches and swimming in safe waters. Some 50 or more years
later, I felt fortunate to enjoy a host of modern facilities in the same laid-back atmosphere. The road trip from Brisbane CBD is smooth and quick (about 40 minutes), it’s quite enjoyable following the change from city traffic across the Hornibrook bridge through to the sight of un-crowded waterways interrupted only by views of solitary fishermen and the occasional tinny. The traffic thins as you sense the start of ocean breezes and innately you realise the time is here to unwind. Sebel’s attention to detail supports every holiday-maker’s aspiration of relaxation. In particular, the staff are warm, welcoming and know exactly how to assist you. From sharing general directions to room service and a friendly smile – the staff really do their job well. The double room I stayed in was fresh and modern with a great ocean outlook. The rooftop swimming pool and bar area adds another dimension to the resort. The area takes in panoramic views from both the bay and hinterland directions and naturally surrounds you with that glorious “I’m on the top of the world” feeling. The restaurant features comfortable seating and a diverse menu focusing on flavour and fresh produce together with featuring delicious seafood dishes. There’s also the choice of inside or outside dining on the spacious deck opposite the bay. A satisfying breakfast energised me and fuelled me up for walk along the
The rooftop swimming pool and bar area adds another dimension to the resort.
HIGH TIMES: Take a swim and enjoy the view from the Sebel rooftop.
Seafood platter at Sebel Margate.
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foreshore boardwalk through to the Sunday markets. If I had been otherwise inclined there was access to plenty of bicycles at street level. For me, Margate was a fine place for a slow stroll. There’s plenty of plaques and memorials detailing
local heritage. The Bee Gees walk celebrates the lives of the famous band that grew up in the area and, considering their global fame, it’s interesting to read of their humble beginnings. There’s also a nostalgia expressed in the wide
Rail and sail on an Aussie adventure IT’S A gentler way to travel between Sydney and Melbourne, going by luxury cruiseliner one way and then by clickety-clack on the restored Spirit of Progress on the return. The six-day Capitol Limited tour starts on April 5, 2019 in Melbourne. Guests spend three nights aboard Princess Cruises’ 2600-passenger Golden Princess, cruising to Sydney. The ship boasts a total of nine restaurants and cafes, four pools, nine jacuzzis, a 750-seat
theatre, and a lounge and nightclub suspended spectacularly above the stern of the ship. The Golden Princess also has Broadway-style stage shows, poolside movies, a huge spa sanctuary and a wraparound promenade deck that allows passengers to walk to the tip of the bow. On arrival at Sydney, guests will stay a night at the historic Grace Hotel, which dates back to 1930. Back then it was the headquarters for the department store chain
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Grace Brothers. It’s then all aboard the heritage rail motor set 621/721 for a leisurely and nostalgic journey from Sydney to Albury, with lunch and dinner stops along the way. The rail motor was built in 1962. It features windows that open, allowing patrons to take in the scenery and the fresh air. During the trip, guests are welcome to visit the driver’s cab to learn how the train operates. There is a an overnight stop and stay at the uber-modern Atura Hotel
in Albury before guests board the iconic Spirit of Progress for the final leg to Melbourne. The former express train travelled the Melbourne-Sydney route from 1937 to 1986. Heritage locomotives haul the original carriages, including compartment, kiosk and parlour cars. The Capitol Limited tour costs from $2190 per person, twin-share. For more tour information, phone Cruise Express on 1300 766 537 or go to www.cruiseexpress. com.au.
arcades harking back to styles of 1960s or 1970s and various building facades from earlier times. Margate is indeed moving with the times but, at this point, it’s still in tune with the gentle tides of Moreton Bay which make this area a natural
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The Fitzroy River is now a net-free zone and is full of big, wild barramundi.
HOOKED ON IT: Lake Monduran makes a top fishing location.
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Top tips for fishing on the Bass to Barra Trail Nigel Webster
Start at Maryborough and head north towards Mackay – you’ll be glad you did
I AM fortunate to have a job that enables me to travel and fish throughout Australia and I have found the freshwater fishing options in this country are second to none. My first must-do trip is Bass to Barra Trail, which includes a series of impoundments where it is possible to catch bass and the reputed sports fish, the barramundi. The trail starts to the south at Lake Lenthalls, near Maryborough. This is a camp-only place and comes with restrictions on boat power, but it’s ideal for smaller craft and kayaks. You can camp on the foreshores and it’s full of big bass and barramundi that are pushing the 80cm plus mark. The next dams on the route include Lake Monduran and Awoonga. Monduran, near Bundaberg, is well
equipped with a caravan park or simply stay in Gin Gin. This a big dam and full of very big barramundi. Awoonga, near Gladstone, has accommodation at Gateway Lodge. The barramundi are all in the 50-90cm size and are easy to catch at present. On the way north, if you like your barra fishing, you’d be crazy to bypass Rockhampton. The Fitzroy River is now a net-free zone and is full of big, wild barramundi. There are many guides servicing the river and great places to stay, shop and dine. I stay at the Southside Village Park. Tell Neville that Nige sent you. This is one place where it is possible to catch a metre-sized barramundi in the middle of the town reaches. Heading north, you’ll find Peter Faust, Kinchant
and Teemburra Dams. My favourite is Kinchant at Mackay which is a beautiful, smaller impoundment just loaded with really big barramundi. Mackay is really catering for travellers and there are heaps of accommodation places at all levels. Type of fishing: lure, fly, and bait. Equipment: boats of any size, but four to six metres will cover more water; 4-8kg baitcast and spin outfits; 30lb braid lines and 60-80lb leaders; lures – 95mm vibes, 4-6 inch paddletail softplastics, 4-inch prawn imitation soft plastics, 90-120mm hardbody lures that dive 1-5 metres (suspending preferable). When: September to December, and then March to May. Nigel Webster works for AFN Fishing & Outdoors and presents and produces The Fishing Show on 7Mate.
Fitzroy River has plenty of barramundi in it.
Coffee at peaceful fishing location at Lake Monduran.
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Alternative Asia is focus of Intrepid’s Not Hot List
Be brave and and thoughtful take the road less travelled
INTREPID Travel has put together its annual ‘Not Hot List’, focusing on alternatives to Australia’s favourite Asian destinations to coincide with World Tourism Day. Intrepid Travel co-founder Darrell Wade said the second ‘Not Hot List’ was developed in response to concerns about overtourism, with a focus on less frequently visited destinations to support the adventure travel company’s ongoing commitment to responsible tourism. Last year Europe was in the spotlight and, this year, the focus has been closer to home, with beach closures igniting the debate over how tourism can be sensitive to communities and nature. “Recently we’ve seen a number of Asian countries take a proactive approach to combat overtourism,” Mr Wade said. “Australians are increasingly well-travelled and this is about encouraging them to step away from the familiar to approach our neighbours in the most intrepid way possible.” This year Maya Bay, in Thailand, the iconic spot from The Beach, closed for four months. In The Philippines, Boracay was sensationally shut down for six months due to unsustainable
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tourism practises. “Tourism can be a potent force for good, and we believe the broader the travel experience, the better. There are now 3.7 million Australians travelling to Asia each year, and the more tourism dispersal, the better,” Mr Wade said. The Intrepid 2019 Not Hot Travel List: Asia Edition ■ 1. Komodo is the new Ubud Once considered the adventurous alternative to Seminyak, Ubud has flourished in popularity
Samarkand, Registan Square complex, in Uzbekistan.
thanks to its haven of health and healers. The day trip market means a lessened contribution to Ubud’s economy and puts pressure on local infrastructure. Komodo is a viable alternative for travellers who are willing to sail from Bali through the Indonesian archipelago. Komodo is a place where ancient tribes maintain their traditions in deep rainforest valleys. Travellers can snorkel coral reefs, walk across volcanic black sand beaches and watch for the
legendary and fierce Komodo dragons. ■ 2. Bukhara is the new Angkor Wat Central Asia is still as remote as you can be when it comes to Asian countries. The ‘Stans offer a Silk Road experience rich with stories of migration, religion and trade. Uzbekistan’s fifth largest city Bukhara is a UNESCO world heritage site and the entire old city centre and has more than 5000 years of human history. There are over 140 monuments and
historical buildings to explore including Po-i-Kalyan Mosque that, during its 1300 years of history, even survived assault from Genghis Khan. ■ 3. Ladakh is the new Everest While Nepal will always be a must-do for active travellers wanting to challenge themselves, Ladakh is rising in popularity for its hiking and breathtaking scenery of the Indian Himalayas. Break up the hiking with river rafting, visiting remote villages,
monasteries and religious sites. To really appreciate the quiet natural beauty of the Ladakh region, some travellers stay in bustling Delhi before and after their treks. ■ 4. Naoshima is the new Osaka Australians have long been lured to the iconic and future-focused cities of Japan, like Osaka. Intrepid advocates travellers discover the southern islands or ‘lost Japan’. Naoshima Island has been transformed from a sleepy fishing community to a world class art destination with a variety of sleek and stylish museums. Travellers can cycle between galleries, outdoor sculptures and modern architecture. The Southern Islands also house impressive castles and Japan’s oldest hot spring baths – Dogo Onsen. ■ 5. Sumatra is the new Borneo Sumatra is as exotic a destination as Borneo, offering national parks and endemic species. As the world’s sixth largest island, Sumatra made headlines earlier this year with the Mount Sinabung volcano eruption. Despite possible danger, these geothermal activities have created surreal landscapes such as Gunung Leuser National Park, home to one of the richest ecosystems in the world. Sumatra is where travellers have the best chance of spotting wild orangutans in Indonesia.
A baby orangutan in Gunung Leuser National Park, in Sumatra.
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Ann revs up to see Vietnam Ann Rickard EVERY visitor to Vietnam has quaked at the tsunami of motor scooters on the roads – and it’s not just seniors who are frightened. Crossing the roads is a walk towards possible death. You must step into the tsunami of scooters, focus on the footpath across the road and pray. Fortunately, every scooter driver in Vietnam (apart from foreigners) has built-in scooter DNA. They can weave and duck and manoeuvre and merge and zigzag, so you, crossing the road deep in silent prayer, become a boulder in the middle of a fast-flowing river. You must let the rushing current of scooters flow, gush and surge around you. It sounds impossible. But the good news? It works. In Ho Chi Minh City there are 13 million people and 10 million scooters. That’s some hefty ratio. Relaxing on the 38th floor in the Club Lounge of The Reverie Hotel in Ho Chi Minh, watching
thousands of scooters from the luxurious safety of high above is one thing. But being down on the frenetic streets on the back of one of them is quite another. So it was that I found myself in the bustling city of Nha Trang the next day during a stay at The Anam, the luxurious beachfront resort in the southeastern coast of Vietnam. While The Anam is all about swaying palm trees, sandy beaches, luxury villas and indulgent spa treatments, a motor scooter tour in nearby Nha Trang will fulfil all your adventure fantasies, especially The Nha Trang By Night tour which will have you on the back of a motor scooter immersed in the tidal wave of bikes. It’s no good being a sissy, you must put your faith in the driver. You have no control as you approach a frantic roundabout where giving way to your right or left is not a consideration. You just merge with the thousands of other bikes and make it through the roundabout to your exit. There you will be met
with several thousand more bikes weaving perilously around you. How anyone does not receive an unasked-for foot amputation or an unrequested limb removal is nothing short of a miracle. But there is a gentle and unspoken etiquette among the chaos. That locals’ DNA at work. Oh, but the thrill of being among it all, the adrenaline rush, the uninhibited freedom as you let the frenzied traffic have its way with you. Our scooter tour took us first to a bread house – a wall-opening in a large rock on the side of a dusty road – where family members baked baguettes (banh mi) in a pizza-like oven before handing them over to mama squatting on the road who cooled them, put them in a giant bag on the back of her son’s scooter and sent them off to be sold to restaurants and cafes within minutes. Next to the bread house, a locals’ market where tourists rarely venture, the freshest vegetables, fish, noodles,
and live frogs were sold on the road, their vendors squatting comfortably on rocks or tiny plastic chairs while they weighed and sold and laughed and chatted. Shoppers pick up fish, noodles and tofu most nights after work to load on the scooter and take home for dinner. All ready in 10 minutes. Then back on our bikes to a pancake parlour – another opening on the side of another dusty road. Tear off a bit of pancake, wrap it in the delicious greens and herbs, dip it into a chilli sauce – a visit to street-food heaven for a couple of dollars. The ebullient general manager at The Anam resort, Herbert Laubichler-Pichler, will have his team organise a scooter tour for you. We reckon the food and market tours are best, but there are cultural tours if you want to meet local artists and learn religious traditions. Adventurers will love the forest tour, a trek to waterfalls and swimming creeks, and for the
FEEL OF FREEDOM: Ann Rickard on the back of a bike. curious, The Feel and Live Nha Trang tour will introduce you to the countryside to see rural life in Vietnam. After a tour on a scooter among the mayhem, followed by a restorative spa visit back at The Anam, we guarantee you will feel more alive than you ever have before. It beats jumping out of
a plane or climbing a mountain as many seniors seem to think they are obliged to do just because they are seniors. And nothing will make you feel more like a local than being on a motor scooter in Vietnam. For more information on scooter tours and The Anam resort, go to theanam.com.
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Support for carers is totally essential
Wellbeing
Ann Rickard CARING for elderly parents – as anyone over 50 in that position will attest to – can take a toll that often sneaks up without the carer realising what has happened. There were 2.7 million unpaid carers in Australia according to the Australian Bureau of Statistic in 2015. More than two-thirds were women with an average age of 55. Many people become carers and don’t even realise what has happened until one day they wake up exhausted. It is hard to maintain a positive attitude when you haven’t slept properly in ages and if the work you do as a carer is physically demanding and every interaction you have outside the caring relationship does not acknowledge your work. Then there is your desire to have an identity that is not tied to your role as a carer. Being a carer can be physically and emotionally exhausting and many carers report they find it difficult to take care of their own needs: healthy food, exercise, rest, play. Some of the challenges of being a carer. Grief When people take on the role of carer it often means they must give up another part of their life that is important to them and while most carers say they do so willingly, there is still an element of grieving. Many carers report feeling loss at changes to the way they live their lives including: ■ Social life and friendships ■ Privacy ■ Freedom. Life might lack the spontaneity it once had. And opportunities in career and education are less easily taken advantage of ■ Sense of identity – as the focus is on the recipient of care ■ Financial security might be affected as employment options change ■ Expectations for both might go unfulfilled, or the relationship with the loved one may have changed Health Research conducted by Carers Australia found carers had the lowest well-being of any large
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As a carer you need to have someone to talk to
SELF CARE: Many carers report feeling loss at changes to the way they live their lives.
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group in Australia. Health impacts are many and varied but include: Physical health Being chronically tired as a result of broken sleep and a lack of time for themselves can increase the risk of becoming unwell. Similarly, the ability to eat healthy food can also be reduced. Physical health issues such as back and neck problems are common in carers whose role requires them to lift and carry. Emotional health Many carers find themselves thrust into the caring role and may not have had a choice to do so. This lack of choice, coupled with the suddenness that often goes with becoming a carer can generate strong emotions like anger and frustration. This anger and frustration may manifest itself in the carer taking their anger and frustration out on the people around them including the person they are caring for. Feelings of guilt also frequently accompany such emotion. The incidence of depression is also high in people who fill the role of carer, along with drug and alcohol issues and in extreme cases a risk of self-harm or suicide. Social isolation The demands of being a carer can impact on time
You could use an exercise video or attend a class. Or put on your favourite music to dance to when no one is watching! Learn how to relax: You will benefit by learning mindfulness. The Black Dog Institute has some great resources to assist. This has been found to both calm emotionally charged neural pathways and help develop new ones. There are many ways you can practice mindfulness, not necessarily sitting in the yogi pose! Get as organised as realistically possible: If you feel in control you are less likely to be affected by stress and anxiety. It will make it easier for someone to take over when you need a break too. For example: Keep a calendar of daily routines: Keep important information such as scripts and emergency details in one place. Have a list of what is required for when a support person steps in. 4. Be vigilant We have covered the risk to your health, and the why and how you can take better care of yourself. But as you know this is a long distance run and not a sprint, so remain vigilant about your own needs. The best way to do this is by staying connected – in particular ensuring you have people you can speak openly with.
with friends and family. It can also be difficult to prioritise opportunities associated with work and recreation. This can quietly erode connections with others, and even confidence socially. Money worries Research shows that 50 per cent of carers are on low incomes (most likely because their caring role doesn’t allow them to fully participate in paid employment). The basics might be difficult to cover let alone the extra costs related to healthcare, travel, medications etc. Self-care is essential Consider for a moment the advice given prior to a plane flight. The flight attendant instructs everyone on board to “put on your own oxygen mask first, before helping others”. Self-care is carers putting on their oxygen masks on first. Advice on how to do this The following strategies are just some of the ways in which carers can be supported to look after themselves so that they can continue with their important and essential caring duties: 1. Talk about how you are feeling with someone you trust As a carer you need to have someone to talk to because if your symptoms of grief are not acknowledged they will build up and express themselves as feelings of
sadness, anger, resentment, and physical issues such as changes in sleeping and eating. If you haven’t got someone to share with then begin to identify who you can talk to. Get involved in a support group, open up to family, friends and service providers you feel comfortable with. Carers Queensland offers a range of information and support services specifically for people who find themselves in the role of carer. 2. Plan time out Fortunately, breaks are an inherent part of the Australian working culture, because we know that people are more efficient and happier when they have time out. However, it is sometimes difficult to get carers to take a break. Even though most carers have worked out how to push through the exhaustion, this isn’t useful in the long-term. It is also useful to remember that the person being cared for can also benefit from being engaged in social activities independent of their carer. Note: If you haven’t been prioritising your self-care, you may meet with resistance. So seek help if you are struggling to create new boundaries around time out. ■ Have a bath ■ Read a magazine in the
park ■ Sit at the beach ■ Sleep ■ Catch-up with friends ■ Try something new, like yoga ■ Take a holiday Don’t wait until someone notices you need help. Ask family or friends or organise respite care if possible. 3. Look after your health This will require planning but it can make a big difference. Eat well: You need to be eating healthy food regularly. Plan a way that works for you. Maybe you can cook larger portions and freeze meals for later. Sleep: What can you change to get enough sleep? There are some common practices you can do if you are having trouble getting to sleep. Like having a routine, turning off all media an hour before sleep, and reading before bed. Try one of the herbal teas to help you relax, and pure lavender oil essence on your pillow is a wonderful way to float off to sleep. If it is unrealistic to plan for eight hours of sleep then consider planning two four hour sleeps across a 24 hour day. Exercise: How can you organise some regular exercise into your daily schedule? It might be a short walk – fresh air, exercise and sun can do wonders.
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Keeping health records Electronic records can make major health difference
BRAND INSIGHTS SENIORS have until November 15 to decide whether or not they would like a My Health Record. For many older Australians, the decision is an easy one. Ballina resident Ken Knight, 88, has a long history of suffering from atrial fibrillation (AF). AF is a type of abnormal heart rhythm which causes the upper chambers of the heart to quiver instead of beating normally. Ken registered for a My Health Record in 2012 when it first came out and often talks about the benefits he has realised over the years. “When the doctors ask me a lot of questions and then the hospital staff ask me the same questions, such as what tablets I’m taking and what health problems I’ve had, I tell them to look at my My Health Record and they can see everything there,”
Ken said. “At Lismore Hospital I told them I have a My Health Record and they looked it up. It saved me having to repeat myself.” Having Ken’s health history – such as diagnosis and medications – in one place, his My Health Record, means that when he is not feeling well he doesn’t have to remember all the information and respond to a lot of questions. North Coast Primary Health Network (NCPHN) have been engaging with the community about My Health Record this year. “Seniors are generally very positive about My Health Record as they can see the benefits of connecting information across their health providers. Common questions are around how they can access their record if they don’t know how to use a computer very well. We explain how loved ones in their family might like to be
RECORDS KEPT: Ballina resident Ken Knight and his wife Joan Knight. Nominated Representatives so they can access and view the record and be kept informed of their loved ones medications and test results. Others are happy their doctor, pharmacist and hospital can see the information and don’t feel the need to
see it themselves” Program Manager of NCPHN Amanda Wilkinson said. “North Coast PHN has been very engaged with the older population. “We have engaged with seniors at local public events, libraries and hospitals as well as local
community groups. “If you would like an opportunity in the next month to further explain My Health Record, please phone (02) 6618 5436 to make arrangements for us to talk to your community group, or attend one of our already planned sessions listed on our
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North Coast PHN events page, go to ncphn.org. au/events.” More information on My Health Record can be found at MyHealthRecord. gov.au or phone 1800 723 471. Those wishing to opt out have until November 15.
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Tips to prevent hayfever A few simple measures can make your life much easier Seniors News THIS is the time of year when hayfever strikes and sufferers often become isolated as they seek shelter from the onslaught, but it can be stopped with some easy actions. Close to three million Australians will try to deal with prolific sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes. Amcal research has found that these symptoms lead to people choosing to put themselves in social isolation to avoid the indignity of the dreaded hayfever ‘shame’. Amcal senior pharmacist James Nevile has six simple tips to help hayfever sufferers find some peace this season.
HAYFEVER SHAME: Find some peace this season with these tips. ■ Scrub up: On days with high amounts of pollen in the air, wash your hands more often and clean your hair each night. This helps
to ensure any pollen residue from the air is off your body and away from your nose. ■ Pollen out: Ensure your
house is free from dust and all the windows and doors are closed to keep pollen out. Try drying your clothes
Over 60s skin protection care EVEN though there are various factors that affect whether a person can get skin cancer, the old adage of slip, slop, slap never goes out fashion; it applies to everyone, every day. Two in three Australians develop skin cancer by age 70. It starts with the sun damaging the DNA in the skin cells and that damage accumulating over time, even if we don’t get sunburnt. We only need between 10-15 minutes of early morning sunshine on our skin each day to produce our daily vitamin D needs. “The rest of your day you should be focusing on your sun protection,” a dermatologist at the University of Queensland Diamantina Institute, Associate Professor Kiarash Khosrotehrani, said. Cover up The recent Australian Sunscreen Summit reconfirmed to practitioners that the daily application of sunscreen, whether it’s 30 or 50 plus, is the most effective protection. “Really, the best sunscreen is the one you put on,” Prof Khosrotehrani said. He suggests if you aren’t sure what type to use, try the samples at your pharmacy. But he recommends
SKIN CARE: Ahead of summer, review your skin and get ready to take care of it. Photo: roboriginal avoiding spray-on sunscreen as you really don’t know how much of it actually gets on your skin. Anyone who has fair skin, sun spots or has already had skin cancer should make it their daily routine to apply sunscreen on the two places most likely to be exposed to significant UV index – their face including forehead and ears, and the back of their hands. Of course, any other skin surfaces exposed while you are out in the sun should also have sunscreen applied to it, but the face and hands are the two skin areas that are most likely to always be in the sun.
Covering up by wearing UV resistant clothing is another way to protect your skin. You can also wear darker coloured clothes which let in lesser light, or wear light coloured clothes with sunscreen applied underneath. “If you go out with a very thin, white shirt and lie down on the beach for five hours, you will get burnt under the shirt,” Prof Khosrotehrani warned. Monitor your skin health Monitoring the condition of your skin is important. What you need to look out for and get checked out is – ■ An inflamed pimple or a
wounded area that hasn’t healed for a couple of weeks. “A lot skin cancers manifest like that,” Prof Khosrotehrani said. ■ With moles and brown lesions, if you have a new lesion or one that is changing rapidly. Everyone should have a full skin check at least once. The GP can then advise how often you should get rechecked after that. You can also use the online tool qskin.qimrberghofer. edu.au to predict the risk of you developing non-melanoma skin cancers within three years. If you have had skin cancer, Prof Khosrotehrani recommends you should get a full skin check every six to 12 months. Manage skin cancers For those people who have had a lot of skin cancers, Prof Khosrotehrani said taking vitamin B3 tablets helps reduce the number of skin cancers by about 20-30 per cent. One product he mentioned was Blackmore’s Insolar which is available across the counter at pharmacies. “It’s not just about cutting cancers out, it’s also about the treatments you receive between these cancers to reduce the numbers,” he said.
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inside to stop pollen attaching to them. ■ Stop your symptoms in their tracks: Use antihistamines, nasal
spray and eye drops to minimise your symptoms. Your pharmacy is a great place to start. And, remember to take your tablets at the start of each day – this makes sure they reach their peak when you do. ■ Chill out: Stress has been linked with increasing hayfever symptoms. Take a chill pill in the form of herbal tea with ginger and honey. This can relieve symptoms such as congestion and itchiness. ■ Sweet dreams: Stock up on allergy-friendly bedding and ensure it is dust free. This will help to ensure the sniffles are kept at bay as you sleep. ■ Add to your sunglasses: Protect your eyes from pollen through the season to lessen irritation and itchiness. Sunglasses are a great way to do this. Opt for lenses that cover as much of your eye area as possible. Use a small eye bath for high pollen days.
Think about your use of alcohol
WHEN you reach 50+, you may use alcohol in much the way you did when you were younger. You may have a glass of wine with a meal, one, maybe two drinks at a family event or on a Sunday afternoon crack open a bottle to enjoy. And, if your doctor says it’s OK for you to drink, then there’s probably nothing wrong with it. However, problem drinking for the elderly often goes undiagnosed for the simple reason that people tend to live less public lives as they grow older. Furthermore, doctors may not link symptoms that are also common signs of ageing such as loss of appetite, failing memory, sleep problems, falls or depression to alcohol abuse. Here are a few additional tips for building a healthy relationship with drinking later in life: ■ Set yourself short and long-term goals It’s essential to establish a clear target for yourself and your drinking habits but also set parameters for the day-to-day journey.
■ Log your progress Once your goals are set, keep track of your habits. Whether you’re using an app, a diary or marking a calendar, it is important to monitor your progress and identify further triggers or temptation areas. ■ Get alcohol out of the house Try to not to keep alcohol at home and make an effort to cut back on what you drink at home, if these are habits of yours. ■ Ask for help This may depend on your personal situation, but many people find it helpful to tell their friends, family or carers about their goals to cut back. ■ Join a support group Whether you’re not finding the support you need from your social circles, or you’re looking for something more structured, there are various support groups for people looking to cut back on alcohol consumption. ■ Find alternatives you enjoy If enjoy your wine, try switching to a non-alcoholic wine such as Edenvale alcoholremoved wines.
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Reduce affect of arthritis
Physiotherapy support DURING last month’s World Arthritis Day, the Australian Physiotherapy Association called for increased treatment access for sufferers. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic joint disease, and one of the leading causes of pain and disability in Australia. It is estimated that nearly three million Australians are affected by the condition. OA is a leading cause of early retirement, with half of sufferers aged between 45 and 64 not currently in the workforce. The disease burden on individuals, families and the health system is enormous, yet APA member and Working Group chairwoman of the National Osteoarthritis Strategy Project Group, Professor Kim Bennell, said the care many consumers receive within the health system is often both fragmented and inappropriate.
“The reality is that people with these conditions often suffer chronic, persistent pain which impacts their mental health, their ability to work and socialise, and can lead to overuse of painkillers,” Prof Bennell said. “If these conditions are not identified and treated promptly, they can become substantially more disabling over time. “Osteoarthritis treatment and education should be evidence-based and tailored to the individual. “Proper physiotherapy treatment can reduce adverse health and productivity costs as long as patients have access to appropriate treatment.” Research has shown that digital health solutions like video consultation are viable options for providing physiotherapy treatment, and may help improve access to, and uptake of,
LIVING WITH PAIN: The Australian Physiotherapy Association has called for greater treatment access for arthritis sufferers. Photo: Eva Katalin Kondoros this evidence-based, non-surgical care as well as support ongoing self-management. However, video consultations between patients and their physiotherapists are currently yet to attract a fee rebate from the MBS and private health insurance. The current requirement for face-to-face consultation with a physio can act as a barrier to ongoing care for some
consumers, particularly those who live remotely and/or have significant mobility issues, as well as those who have competing care priorities, such as parenting, which take precedence over travelling to treatment. APA national president Phil Calvert said the health system needs to offer better value by providing a range of treatment options which are proven to be effective. “The health system
needs to align with the evidence, and we are seeing more and more credible data that shows digital health options work, and increasingly more Australians are requesting it as part of their health treatment plans,” Prof Bennell said. “While there is no cure for arthritis, physiotherapy treatment offers management techniques which can make life easier. “Further, the
evidence-base for video consultations is rapidly expanding, and should be part of the overall solution for managing this debilitating condition. “With OA expected to double to 25 per cent of the population by 2040 as a result of ageing and the obesity epidemic, it’s really important that our health system offers options that support consumer management and education in a variety of ways.”
Don’t live in the dark under cataracts
Geraldine Douglas.
OLDER Australians are living in fear of losing independence, mobility and doing the things they love due to sight loss from cataracts, with one in five becoming depressed after diagnosis. This is according to new, hard-hitting research, commissioned by Johnson and Johnson,
which is focused on raising awareness about blindness and vision impairment. According to former cataract sufferer Geraldine Douglas, 63, a botanical artist from Melbourne, before surgery cataracts caused her eyesight to slowly deteriorate, leaving her
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frustrated and apathetic. “You take for granted the layers of enjoyment you feel from seeing the sparkle on leaves, ripples on water and glistening reflections,” Mrs Douglas said. “Once you have cataracts, the definition slowly fades away. You don’t realise what you’re losing until it’s gone.” A cataract is a clouding of the clear lens in the eye. It is one of the leading causes of vision impairment in Australia. Cataracts also have a significant impact on quality of life for individuals and communities. It is estimated that more than 700,000 Australians are living with cataracts today. According to Sydney-based ophthalmologist Dr Con Moshegov, Australians need to be more aware of how to spot cataracts and when to speak to an eye doctor. Mrs Douglas’ work as a botanical artist requires great attention to detail.
Eventually her cataracts meant she could no longer pursue her art. Fortunately, she recognised the symptoms and sought a consultation with an ophthalmologist who confirmed the diagnosis as cataracts in both eyes. They then began the process of removing them through surgery. The focus on detail that she regained allowed her to renew her passion in her work. “When I had cataracts I had great difficulty differentiating hues, which massively affected my paintings. Looking back, I’m going to have to work on them,” Mrs Douglas said. “The day after my surgery I got up and I just couldn’t believe it. It was just fabulous. I couldn’t wait to have the second one done.” “If left untreated for too long, cataracts can lead to blindness. Surgery is the only way to remove cataracts,” Dr Moshegov said.
“Many Australians would be more likely to have surgery for cataracts if they knew the surgery could treat other eye conditions that meant they wouldn’t need to wear glasses, for example, presbyopia, short-sightedness and astigmatism.” Mrs Douglas said: “The benefits clearly outweighed any nerves. I was very surprised that people were hesitant about eye surgery. “I would encourage them to find out as much as they can about cataract surgery, engage with a surgeon they’re comfortable with and then go ahead. “My ophthalmologist talked me through all the different lens options, including those that would help me avoid needing glasses. “She was very helpful and supportive throughout the whole procedure.” For more information, speak with an ophthalmologist or healthcare professional.
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Bags full of money Stays fresh as the day they were bought
BRAND INSIGHTS ONE of the simplest ways we can save money is by reducing our own food wastage. Throwing out just $10 worth of food a week is $520 a year in the garbage. So, how do you take advantage of buying in bulk without the fruit and vegetables going off before they are eaten? Super Fresh Bags are a food storage system that is easy to use, efficient and relatively inexpensive, taking up little space in the refrigerator. They are made from food-grade materials designed to keep fruit and vegetables fresh as the day they were bought. In most cases, vegetables can be kept two to four weeks and longer, depending on the type of vegetables. The bags can be kept in any part of the
KEEP IT FRESH: Roslyn Roberts keeps her fruit and vegetables fresh with Super Fresh Bags. refrigerator, shelves, door and crisper. They are washable in water and reusable and
last for more than two years. The bags come in three sizes and are sold in
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Taking care of toe nails
ALL TOO often, toe nails are infected by fungus bought on by either damage to your nails or from not taking good care of your feet. Treatment choices ■ Often the first place to get help is the podiatrist who can regularly cut your toenails. “If they are too long and you go walking with unclipped nails, you will injure them.” ■ There are a few topical treatments available including – Canesten Fungal Nail Treatment Set. It’s a two-step process of firstly dissolving the nail and then secondly treating the infection in the nail bed. The product is available across the counter at pharmacies. Getting help If your podiatrist is only clipping your nails, but not addressing any fungal problem, then you need to talk to your GP.
Enjoy listening to television together once again
BRAND INSIGHTS A NEW headset released earlier this year is assisting thousands of Australians having difficulty hearing the TV. The wireless headset was designed by two hearing specialists from Australia and focuses on amplifying speech frequencies, to assist with clarity of TV audio and dialogue. Hearing specialist Don Hudson said the headset was developed using extensive hearing assessment data from over 1000 audiograms, otherwise known as hearing test results. “We needed to address several factors in order to deliver a product which helps Australians experiencing difficulty when it comes to hearing
the TV,” Mr Hudson said. “Number one was to address the issue of poor TV audio resulting in poor television audio clarity. “This is especially true for hearing dialogue. Difficulty hearing the TV dialogue is often not due to the television or surround sound speakers themselves, it’s in fact caused by the original audio mixing for the television show or program.” The wireless TV Voice Pro headset weighs just 70 grams, and allows wearers to listen to TV at their own preferred volume, without affecting the audio volume for others in the room. It uses RF transmission to allow wireless use from anywhere in the house, up to 20 metres. The audio design and frequency spectrum was
CHRISTMAS CHEER: TV Voice Pro is currently offering free express courier delivery for all pre-Christmas orders. developed to specifically assist those with hearing loss. “It’s an all in one solution to assist those with any level of hearing loss, from mild to severe,” Don said. “The user can select
from three unique speech clarity settings, allowing them to adjust the clarity to their preferred setting. “A simple volume dial on the headset allows the wearer to listen at their own volume level.” The TV Voice Pro
system is guaranteed to connect in under two minutes to any TV in Australia. It is a rechargeable device and no batteries are required. The purchase price is $349. TV Voice Pro comes with a 30-day money back
guarantee. TV Voice Pro is currently offering free express courier delivery for all pre-Christmas orders. To order phone 1300 300 446 or go to TvVoicePro.com.au.
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Money
Tony Kaye ON AVERAGE, taken across our total population base, Australians are generally living longer. Which brings its own challenges in terms of financial security, particularly for those not wanting to rely solely on the government age pension. Our superannuation system gives most Australians the opportunity to build a sizeable retirement nest egg, and couples are obviously able to pool their financial resources over time to reduce longevity risk – the financial term for running out of your own money before death. Fortunately, the age pension is in place as a safety net for those who do run out of money, and as a financial supplement to superannuation
Widowhood forces sole decision-making
savings as one’s money does begin to decline over time. Lots of research has been done in Australia on the fact that, for various reasons, women often retire with much lower superannuation balances than men. Substantial measures are being taken at a government level to address this issue, but there’s another aspect to financial security that generally receives little airplay. It’s the issue of financial instability and insecurity as a result of the loss of a spouse. It’s already a well-known fact that women generally live longer than men. The World Health Organisation, in its 2018 World Life Expectancy report, calculates that Australian men on average now live to the age of 81, and women to nearly 85. That’s an average four-year life gap in the later stages of life, but the
SOLO: Time to be financially prepared.
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reality is that widowhood – a life stage defined by the loss of a spouse– can occur at any time. A new US study by Bank of America Merrill Lynch and US-based ageing population research group Age Wave looks into the impacts of widowhood in detail as women and men, after having to deal with the emotional stress of losing partner, have to come to terms with the situation on a financial level. The Widowhood and Money: Resiliency, Responsibility and
Empowerment study found that widows in particular are often thrust into taking over the financial reins with limited previous experience. ■ Sixty-nine per cent of widows said that the hardest financial challenge in widowhood is becoming the sole decision maker, followed by adjusting to a loss in income (67 per cent) and navigating financial and legal paperwork (66 per cent). ■ Only 14 per cent of widows said that they were making financial
decisions by themselves before their spouse died. Now, 86 per cent reported having to do so alone. ■ At the same time that widows are having to make financial and legal decisions and pay for expenses such as funeral or end of life costs, widows are also receiving assets. ■ Eighty-two per cent of widows reported that they have received some sort of inflow of assets, most commonly Survivor’s Social Security (69 per cent) and life insurance (63 per cent). The median amount that widows received from their spouse’s accounts was US$28,000. According to the study, 60 per cent of men and women who lose their spouses are immediately burdened by financial expenses, including housing costs such as mortgages or rent. The fact that half of those who lose a spouse also face a 50 per cent reduction in income
compounds the problem. But there was a positive aspect from the study, with more than two-thirds of widows and widowers disclosing that the loss of their spouse had forced them to find courage and financial confidence. “They’re forced to jump into complex financial matters from the start of their journey and adjust to making financial decisions alone,” said Lisa Margeson, head of retirement client experience and communications at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. “In fact, 72 per cent say they now consider themselves more financially savvy than other people their age. “If anything, the study is a timely reminder for couples to be actively involved in financial decision making together throughout life.” Tony Kaye is the editor of listed financial services company InvestSMART Group. www.investsmart. com.au.
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Cash laundering scam Don’t be stupid by enabling serious criminal activity IF YOU receive an email from someone asking for financial assistance, stop, and think about what is being requested and whether you could become not only a victim, but also a criminal. Police report they continue to receive complaints from victims about overseas offenders making contact by email, purporting to be something they are not. These offenders are then using the victims to launder stolen or fraudulently obtained money. It is even likely the victims are committing money laundering offences under s.250 (1) Criminal Proceeds Confiscation Act 2002. Unfortunately, warnings don’t seem to have an impact on some people who the police say are acting stupidly by involving themselves in criminal activity such as money laundering. An example of this came to light through a
fraud complaint from a Victorian victim. He removed $86,000 from his account as a result of a scam email and transferred the money to the account of a Queensland resident who then stated that he had received the $86,000 into his account after he was asked by his online female “friend” from the Philippines to use his account, and that she would place some money into it and then transfer the funds out. He did this, but received no money himself. Further investigations are being made, but it would appear that the Queensland man has been used as a money mule by an overseas-based love scam. He may also be committing offences by enabling the fraud and/or an offence under Money Laundering 250 (1) Criminal Proceeds Confiscation Act 2002.
SERIOUS SCAMS: Don’t get caught up in criminal activity such as money laundering. It is still happening that victims’ accounts are hacked and naive people are then helping and enabling the offenders by receiving the stolen, fraudulently obtained
said the moment there is a request for assistance with finance or to on-send money a huge alarm bell should be ringing. “But it doesn’t seem to sink in,” he said.
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PLANNING your estate is a sensitive but necessary task that we all need to face at some point in our lives. Property investments, superannuation and shares form the bulk of your estate but have you thought about what will become of your jewellery when it is passed down to future generations? You may have little to no paperwork on the items and no idea as to how valuable they are today. The answer is to have your items assessed by a
professional. Always choose a qualified gemmologist and professional Jewellery Valuer that is registered with the National Council of Jewellery Valuers (NCJV) and who has specific experience with estate valuations. Firstly, each item is inspected to separate the costume jewellery from fine jewellery. Then, you can choose to catalogue every item whether precious or not, or simply appraise the valuable items over an agreed amount. Your schedule can be tailored to include
multiple values for each item so that your beneficiaries can choose whether they want to keep and insure the jewels, sell them, or scrap them for their gold value. This schedule can be used as a legal record for your beneficiaries so that the items are formally catalogued and ready for division when the time comes. Phone Megan Austin today on (07) 3162 5424 for a free no-obligation discussion about your options or go to www. meganaustinvaluations. com.au.
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ROARING TWENTIES CINEMA
BRISBANE FAIR TRADE CHRISTMAS MARKET
THE vibrant Brisbane Fair Trade Christmas Market is on again for 2018. Word is spreading and anticipation is growing, as market-goers seeking ethically-created, handcrafted items from around the world await the increasingly popular Fair Trade market. With handmade items from artisan communities in Africa, Asia, South America and beyond, this unique market is a yearly celebration of global community partnerships, ethical purchasing practices, and shared opportunities to support vulnerable people across the world. Customers can find a wide range of designs, styles and tastes, in the form of gifts, homewares, fashion items and more. All stallholders are committed Fair Trade businesses and organisations from the local region, who work tirelessly to develop and build ethical retail and
ROARING TWENTIES: Catch a classic silent short followed by the main feature on Friday, November 9 at the Metro Arts, 109 Edward Street, Brisbane. humanitarian partnerships, to bring their Australian customers a range of Fair Trade items including jewellery, fashion items, toys, educational resources, Christmas decorations, stationery, home decor, chocolate, coffee and more; each created under the ethical working conditions, wages and support systems vital to the Fair Trade philosophy. Held at the Western Stand in the Track and Field Room, Queensland Sports and Athletics Centre, Kessels Road, Nathan (old ANZ
stadium) on November 24-25. Opening hours are 8am-6pm on Saturday, and 8am-3pm on Sunday. Entry and parking are free, the market is fully indoors, with disabled access and air-conditioning. Customers can also enjoy free kids activities on both mornings and the on-site cafe while visiting. Phone Siham Craftlink on 0413 627 139 or to our Facebook event page.
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Variety Concert at Kedron-Wavell Services Club at the Kittyhawk Room, 375 Hamilton Road, Chermside at 2pm on Sunday, November 25 (doors open at 1.30pm). Tickets $10pp. Featuring Queensland Accordion Orchestra, Domenico Taraborrelli Piano; Accordion Soloist The Ukulele Funsters; Joseph Castorina, Piano Accordion Soloist; Mary Martyn, Vocalist and other guest artists. Free parking. Refreshments available for purchase during Intermission. CD First Impressions for sale.
THE final screening for 2018 is on Friday, November 9. Join us for a nostalgic night reflecting cinema-going in the 1920s. Catch a classic silent short followed by main feature from 7.30pm. Local musician Fin Taylor will provide live piano accompaniment during the screenings. Hosted by Joel Archer. The silent feature this month is Tramp Tramp Tramp (1926) Starring Harry Langdon and Joan Crawford. Harry Logan is mistakenly entered into a cross country walking contest but because the girl he loves, Betty Burton, wants him to try, he does and sets out across the continent on an adventure. Metro Arts, 109 Edward Street, Brisbane CBD. Tickets $15pp plus booking fee. All ages event. Prebook, go to stickytickets.com.au or tickets available at the door.
THE ILLUSIONISTS: DIRECT FROM BROADWAY THE world masters of magic are returning to
Brisbane with their spectacular production, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway materialising in the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a strictly limited season from January 9, 2019. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzled audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This year, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway will continue to redefine magic and challenge audience expectations with large-scale stunts, levitation, mind-reading, disappearance and daredevilry. This non-stop show is thrilling and sophisticated magic at its best, led by seven of the world’s most talented magicians and artists. QPAC Chief Executive John Kotzas says the centre is pleased to welcome back The Illusionists with their acclaimed new show. Combining the showmanship of the Harry Houdini era with contemporary stunts, visual effects and cutting-edge technology. Tickets on sale now. For bookings, go to qpac.com. au or phone 136 246.
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QUIZ 1. Which name has held the top spot for newborn boys in Australia since 2014? 2. Edith Cresson was which country’s PM from 1991 to 1992? 3. What is another name for hypertension? 4. What does an ikebanist arrange? 5. Which creature’s name can go in front of crab, plant and monkey? 6. Edwin Hubble was concerned with which branch of science? 7. Which cereal can survive in the widest range of climatic conditions: wheat, rice or barley? 8. What was patented in 1903 by Italian merchant Italio Marcione: ice cream cone, spaghetti or the first electric pizza oven?
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