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LEANING INTO 2019

INDEX 3 News - Be fearless, embrace age 6 Personality profile 10Talk n Thoughts 11What’s on 14Feature - Senior Australian of the Year 16Community group guide 20Money 25Wanderlust 33Wellbeing 36Living 42Reviews 43Puzzles

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Good start for a good year

Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor IT’S great to be able to start 2019 with a host of positive stories. In this edition we commence with a two-page feature on our Senior Australians of the Year. The recognition that comes with this honour allows us to look at the best of who we are.

In the daily run of 24/7 news – which I follow through newspapers, current affair shows and online updates – I am often saddened when I read the worst of human nature, bored when I come across tedious celebrity gossip, indifferent when I hear politicians endeavour to sway us with empty promises, but find myself enjoying a good satire, a clever political cartoon or taking in an hilarious headline on some strange scientific study.

But when it comes to reading about the work carried out by the people named as Senior Australians of the Year, I am uplifted by their humanity and their ability to get things done. It shows that far beyond the concept of age, generosity

of mind and spirit are key among the qualities that define us as human beings.

Besides Australians of the Year we also bring to you the older Australian Beauty Pageant winner, Beauty Queen of the Year and Ms World 2018, 60-year-old Robbie Canner, who believes that people "age themselves out of life" by developing negative connotations toward ageing. She is determined to "start a conversation" about positive ageing.

I’m with Robbie – we face up to the hard stuff on a daily basis, but if we can keep a place inside of ourselves filled with hope, self-confidence, self-esteem and share that with others, then there’s a good chance of a happy 2019.

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Be fearless, embrace age

Over-55 Beauty Pageant has many aspects Alison Houston ROLE Model of the Year 2018, Suzi Dent, wants to help other women “celebrate and embrace being over 50”.

The 56-year-old self-confessed ‘tomboy’ has undergone a transformation over the past two years, including winning the Australian title of Mrs Earth Health 2017 (and finishing third in the world).

“I am hoping to inspire women to stop paying attention to their age number, be fearless about making changes in their lives and to celebrate their life experiences and knowledge,” Suzi said.

It’s a sentiment embraced by her fellow Australian Beauty Pageant winner, Beauty Queen of the Year and Ms World 2018, 60-year-old Robbie Canner, from Sydney, who beat entrants from 22 countries aged from 26,

to the global title in June.

Robbie, a sports therapist, believes that people “age themselves out of life” by developing negative connotations toward ageing, She is determined to “start a conversation” about positive ageing.

It’s not all about looks for either woman, but about health, selfconfidence, self-esteem and zest for life. Robbie became involved in the Tour de Cure after her son Scott died of non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

She set up the Scott Canner Young Investigator Grant to help fund cancer research by young Australian academics, with more than $750,000 in grants already awarded.

Suzi has been involved in Soles4Souls and more recently Friends with Dignity, who support victims of domestic violence.

Despite the seemingly glamorous world in which

she worked as a TV and advertising hair and make-up artist, Suzi said her go-to clothes had always been practical.

She said she felt safer and more comfortable dressed down, avoiding both unwanted advances from men and comments from women.

“By stepping out of my comfort zone, I’ve found my true, authentic self which had been hidden away … and that’s a wonderful thing to find in your 50s,” Suzi said.

“Now I want to help other women step out too and achieve their dreams.

“I want to see my age represented in the advertising on the walls of shops, and an acceptance that women come in all shapes, sizes and ages.”

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Private industry ready Tracey Johnstone A NEW Federal Government program provides an opportunity for older Veterans to return to work or seek new employment across government and private industry sectors.

Businesses willing to provide career opportunities for Veterans which could include upskilling and mentoring are being targeted, with no business too small or too big, to be a part of the program.

There are no age or gender restrictions within the Veterans Employment initiative. Australian Human Resources Institute chairman Peter Wilson said the issues would be work-readiness and ability.

“That’s usually the problem with a characteristic of society which is seen as different to what the mainstream employment is,” Mr Wilson said.

“So, it’s more an inhibition or fear from employers that veterans won’t be work-ready and capable in the same way as they might see with someone who has a disability.”

Former interim chair of RSL National John King said defence personnel were some the most highly trained people in Australia.

“They (defence forces) spend more money training their people to a higher level capacity than any other organisation in government,” Mr King said.

However, he does see a

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“They are training the defence people to use that English language rather than the military jargon,” Mr King said.

“The department is

helping them write their CVs in terms of plain English for civilians to understand and explaining what they have to do for an interview.”

In order to remedy this, The Defence Department has already done a lot of work in this area.

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have the normal CV that you find for someone who has had a job with Coles or Woolworths; they can’t establish a track record in business or government where someone else normally would,” Mr King said.

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40 Love for this team These ladies still serve up a table of smiles and chatter A GROUP of former Fancutts Tennis Centre players, who have been catching up on Tuesdays for almost 40 years, were given a special morning tea to welcome the first community gathering at the new Fancutts Retirement Living Display Suite at Lutwyche.

The ladies started playing weekly matches on a private tennis court at the Brisbane residence of Beverley Fox in 1979 and moved their game days to various public courts when the Fox family sold their home.

The group of about 13 women ended up at the iconic Fancutts Tennis Centre in the late 1980s where they stayed for a decade; playing, laughing, chatting and supporting each other through the highs and lows of motherhood and life.

Five of the ladies returned to the site recently for one of their Tuesday catch-ups and reminisced over morning tea.

Group member Eleanor Ellis, who has been friends with original hostess Mrs Fox for 70 years, said they moved on from Fancutts in the late 1990s and decided to stop playing tennis as a group earlier this year.

However, they continue to get together for a coffee every second Tuesday.

“It’s sad that we’re less agile and just chatting rather than whacking these days, but for women, friends are the most important thing that connect you all,” Mrs Ellis said.

“Beverley started the group by inviting a few of us to play on her tennis court, then a few more – she was like a mother hen.

“We have the best memories of all the years of great friendship.

“We’ve brought all the kids and grandkids to our tennis days over the years and watched each other’s children go through primary and senior school

THE TEAM: Ann Donald, Denise Robinson, Beverley Fox, Eleanor Ellis and Judy McPherson at Fancutts Retirement Living, Lutwyche.

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“The tennis centre was an important part of the local community for more than 50 years and our

new vertical retirement village will not only pay tribute to the history of the site but also continue to serve local residents for years to come,” Ms Quinn said.

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Keeping eyes on our great reef Tracey Johnstone ENVIRONMENTAL champion and multimedia specialist Mike Middleton spends every spare private moment he can trying to improve Australia’s understanding of the challenges the Great Barrier Reef faces.

Describing the 62-year-old Queenslander as passionate is an understatement. The ex-Sydney man since his youth has been deeply fascinated by the reef’s islands - what’s on them and what’s around their shores - and about their environmental wellbeing.

“I also have a passion for the reef and concerns for the environment because of climate change and pollution by plastic,” Mike said.

Mike spends about seven months each year travelling around the reef, talking to the boaties, observing their actions and impacts, recording the changes.

“I gather the information by talking to people directly and by visiting other boats at anchorages, and meeting people on the island at things like sundowners or while diving,” he said.

His role as the recreational reef users representative on the Burnett Local Marine Advisory Committee, which advises the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority on local marine park management issues, gives him the voice he needs to use his networking skills to connect the users and the overseers. He shares what the users need and think to the Authority and shares back to the users what they need to know.

Mike recently released his latest pictorial book, The Keppel Isles, which records the indigenous and European history, and

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As a senior, do the best you can to minimise the impact for the young ones coming through.

REEF WARRIOR: Mike Middleton with his new book, The Keppel Isles, and below, checking the health of the coral. stunning beauty, of the island group located in the southern part of the reef.

He is working on his next pictorial book which will be about the Great Southern Barrier Reef.

“There is a massive un-told history of the Bunker Group, south of Cape Capricorn,” Mike said.

Take only what you need Mike has learnt that recreational fishermen are doing the most damage, almost 55 per cent, to the reef.

“They are not being compliant with the amount of fish they take and the size limits, and fishing in green zones,” he

said. “For example, the Swains Reef has been over fished for the last 25 years and as a result, it has the biggest outbreak of the Crown of Thorns.

The predatorial fish that eat the larvae have been decimated so we have

this outbreak because there is no balance of nature or control.

“There is a huge ignorance on the reef.

Fishermen just want to fill their eskies and go home.”

While not one

environmental change issue is the main cause of the reef damage, “it’s a combination of all”, Mike admits. “But, filling your esky and tinnie when you are a senior, for example, is pretty uncool because you are taking the breeding stock away.

“Just take what you can eat.”

Talk to the other generations Chatting to the younger generations around you - to your children and grand-children - about what they can do to reduce their impact on the reef is another idea Mike has for seniors to lend a hand to the future.

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stop using plastic in our everyday life is another way to help. He also suggests you talk to them about which politician is going to really do something about climate change, and then vote for them.

If you are out fishing and see something that doesn’t look right, or you see something that is doing damage to the reef, Mike says you can report it through two mobile phone apps - Eyes on the Reef and Queensland Recreational Fishing Guide.

“As a senior, do the best you can to minimise the impact for the young ones coming through,” Mike said.

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HEARTLAND: Robert Coleby plays battling farmer Reg, taking on Australia's heart-breaking drought conditions in Australian Outback Spectacular's state-of-the-art arena production, Heartland.

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An Aussie spectacular star Alison Houston AT 71 and after almost five decades in the acting business, Robert Coleby is still finding new ways to challenge himself.

He is now starring in the Gold Coast’s new Australian Outback Spectacular, Heartland.

Coleby plays farmer Reg, who with wife Marg (Cate Feldmann) is struggling to survive a five-year drought on the land.

The arena show melds live action, thundering horses, a dog, quad bike, film, and a state-of-the-art light and sound system.

“It’s pretty immersive,” Coleby said.

“The horse-work is definitely spectacular, but it’s weaved into a story line so that you really care about the people on those

horses.”

So, despite their physical size against this imposing outback backdrop, Coleby says the characters loom large, but he admits it’s not an easy gig.

“At my age you look for a challenge,” he said.

“We all know our life is finite, and mine is likely to run out quicker than my Ikea kitchen guarantee – but life is for living, for taking risks.”

These days, although he still enjoys performing and responding to a live audience, Coleby said it had to be something extraordinary to get him back on stage.

Coleby has a special link to the land and its harsh realities.

He was just two when his family emigrated from England to Australia in 1949, living with his father’s brother on a

Robert Coleby with Noni Hazlehurst in recent TV favourite A Place to Call Home.

cattle farm near Kingaroy before moving to Maryborough.

During those first years in the Australian bush he encountered drought, flood and bushfire and was bitten by a brown snake – pretty much all the outback can throw at someone.

And yet, when the family moved back to England, he missed the days of walking barefoot to school, and years later jumped at the chance for an acting role in Australia.

He described his 1970s return as like stepping into technicolour after living in black and white.

In the years to come, Coleby became a mainstay in Australian TV, perhaps best known for his role as XO in early 1980s series Patrol Boat, the forerunner of Sea Patrol.

He also appeared in the

Young Doctors, Chopper Squad, the Levkas Man, Anzacs, Tanamera, Paradise Beach, All Saints and House of Hancock among a host of others.

Most recently Coleby starred as Elizabeth Bligh’s (Noni Hazlehurst) love interest, Sir Douglas Goddard, in TV favourite A Place to Call Home, which sold to 140 overseas markets.

“It was a really interesting piece because it crossed a number of issues, including for Douglas the euthanasia debate, which is in everyone’s mind at the moment with an ageing population and asking what jurisdiction we have over our own fate,” Coleby said.

But having such a lasting career, he said, was a matter of luck as well as talent.

“You can be really good

Robert Coleby with Andrew McFarlane in early 1980s' Patrol Boat.

in something no one watches, or you can be good in something that’s popular and get a period of work and that notoriety kicks on to other productions …

“But it’s extraordinary how many really talented actors don’t get a second chance.”

You also, of course, have to be prepared to play your age, Coleby said, recalling meeting Jack Thompson recently while the two were working on separate productions at Fox Studios.

Both men’s characters died of heart attacks, and they reminisced and laughed about the days when they used to be the romantic leads.

But he has no complaints. He lives on seven hectares on the Gold Coast and loves it – “it’s such a beautiful part

of the world” – and is happy to be working so close to home.

His favourite role is always his most recent, with his aim being to grow and improve his performance all the time.

But being part of “things that count, that have had an impact” and have changed people’s thinking, as A Place to Call Home, is also important.

And he hopes Heartland will give people a new appreciation of rural life and the strength and resilience of those who work the land.

With Village Roadshow donating $20,000 from ticket sales to drought relief, it’s got to make a difference to some people who deserve a break.

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Has age-at-home push gone too far

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Gail Forrer Group Editor

CHOICES: Do the options available suit you.

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personal observation tells me that most people wish to age in their own home

AT one point over the past few years, my friends’ conversations often noted how difficult it was gain services which would enable their elderly parents to stay in their homes.

These days the conversation is changing to one of wondering if the push towards people ageing in independent accommodation has gone too far.

For instance, I was recently in conversation with a friend who said: “My father is 92-years-old.

“I think he should be in a home where he can have 24/7 care but these days the government is pushing the stay-at-home philosophy and doing everything they can to keep them at home, even

if it doesn’t seem right.”

It’s not the first time I’ve heard this sentiment expressed. It’s hard to get it right all the time and personal observation tells me that most people wish to stay in their own home, even if this isn’t the best choice for their extended family or safest for them.

These days, retirement villages offering staged accommodation to suit changing health needs can provide a segway between independent living and full-time nursing home care.

Yet, without doubt, the opportunity to stay in independent living accommodation is rising with the advancement of technology.

In fact, a trial of a new high-tech movement monitoring system designed to help senior Australians live safely in their own homes for longer begins this year.

The Federal Government has invested $260,000 in the system, which allows early

detection and intervention should safety issues arise for older people living at home.

Federal Minister for Senior Australians and Aged Care, Ken Wyatt, said the Monitoring Data Response Solution (MDRS) was Australian innovation at its best.

“It enables remote monitoring and tracking of an aged care recipient’s daily routine, to help prevent misadventure or possible deterioration in their wellbeing,” he said.

“A nominated individual, such as a family member, will receive notifications when the care recipient’s behaviour deviates from their regular routine.

“The government is committed to meeting the wishes of senior Australians, the majority of whom want more help to live at home.

“While there will never be a substitute for the value of personal visits and community connections in supporting

our senior Australians, leading-edge technology like this has great potential to improve independence and support sustainable home aged care.”

Mr Wyatt said Ericom will partner with a number of residential aged care services to trial the system in the homes of 50 senior Australians.

The University of Wollongong will evaluate the trial, with the final report to be publicly available to share the potential benefits of the technology across the aged care sector.

The $260,000 was made available through the $34 million Dementia and Aged Care Services fund, which supported innovative projects to improve seniors’ quality of life and the government’s aged care reform agenda. source: National Seniors ■ If you would like to comment on this or any other topic, please email us at editor@seniorsnews .com.au

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PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK

FROM timeless classic literature to contemporary Australian writing, to well-known musicals and quirky cult theatre, Brisbane Arts Theatre delivers on its promise of accessible theatre while introducing challenging and sometimes confronting works to its loyal audiences.

A new year, new stories and what better way to start 2019 than with a story as gripping as a true crime saga and as playful as a modern fiction?

Rumoured to be based on a true story, Picnic at Hanging Rock is a haunting tale set in 1900, Victoria.

Picnic at Hanging Rock showing from January 12 February 16, 2019.

Tickets $28 - $34.

Packages: Women in Theatre, Artistic Directors Circle. Bookings online, go to artstheatre.com.au/ picnicathangingrock.

EMMA FELTON FILTERED

SUSAN Johnson is in-conversation with Emma Felton discussing Filtered: Coffee, the Cafe and the 21st Century City.

Cafe culture is flourishing in cities across the world. From London to Seoul, Melbourne to Shanghai and many cities in between, people are flocking to cafes.

What is the appeal of the cafe for urban dwellers? And why now?

Having a coffee might be a daily ritual, yet it is more than coffee that draws us to the cafe.

Emma Felton PhD is an author and academic who has published widely about urban experience from multiple

What's on

REMEMBER: Boss Drovers will tour throughout Queensland. View it from January 19 to March 7 at the Queensland Art Gallery, Stanley Place, South Brisbane. perspectives.

Her articles, book chapters and essays cover such topics as socially inclusive cities, historical approaches to urbanism, the geography of creativity and the gendered experience of urbanism.

She is co-editor and contributor of the book Design and Ethics: Reflections on Practice.

Open 7 days.

Visit us at 193 Boundary St, West End on Thursday, January 31 from 6pm-8pm. In store at Avid Reader Bookshop. Printed tickets are not issued and your booking will be on a door list under your surname.

Phone (07) 3846 3422 or email books@ avidreader.com.au.

BOSS DROVERS

VIEW a selection from Boss Drovers 1996–2014 which comprise 2400 individual drawings, all deliberately executed as if by the hand of a ten-year-old.

Over a 20-year period, Robert MacPherson made these in the guise of his alter ego, Robert Pene, a Grade 4 student at St Joseph’s Convent, Nambour, Queensland.

The project is dated 14 February 1947, and each sheet is stained to give it an aged patina.

Pene has an obsession: he endlessly catalogues boss drovers in portraits that vividly evoke the resilient, determined spirit of the rugged individuals responsible for moving thousands of

livestock and teams of stockmen.

Boss Drovers will tour January 19 - March 7 at the Queensland Art Gallery, Stanley Place, South Brisbane.

(07) 3840 7303 or email gallery@qagoma.qld .gov.au.

QUEENSLAND MUSEUM NETWORK

Summer Days at the Museum These school holidays when it’s hot outside, the Museum of Tropical Queensland is the cool place to be with grandchildren enjoying a new science exhibition, awesome events and interactive activities for children.

Daily activities include the new Sciencentre gallery, a discovery zone with plenty of fun with more than 20 interactive exhibits to find out how science challenges the human body.

The new Construction Zone will also make for hours of imaginative play with the Big Blue Blocks and LEGO® plus the fun continues with the range of interactive exhibitions.

On now until January 28.

For the admission details and the full Summer Days at the Museum program, go to mtq.qm.qld.gov.au.

Pandora Gallery HMS Pandora was the British Royal Navy warship

dispatched to the South Pacific in pursuit of the infamous Bounty mutineers.

Today, the mutiny on the Bounty remains one of the best-known stories in the history of seafaring.

Few, however, know the epic story of the Pandora and the extraordinary efforts of the Royal Navy to recover the pirated Bounty and bring the mutineers to justice.

Pandora remains as one of the most significant shipwrecks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Cost: Included in museum entry.

Glass Plates & Rail Justice Over its more than 150-year history, The Queensland Railways have taken thousands of photographs of everything from cracked bridges to crocodiles.

Drawing on the extensive collections held by the Queensland Museum Network the exhibition investigates the ways Queensland Rail used photography, from documenting rolling stock to capturing spectacular scenery.

Runs to February 24, 2019.

Cost: Included with entry. Adult $14.50, Concession $12.50, Child (ages 3 to 15) $11.50 and Family (2 adults + 2 children) $44.50. Go to theworkshops.qm. qld.gov.au

Take an adventure to Brisbane’s Cultural Centre THE Queensland Cultural Centre is heating up for a summer holiday season of arts and cultural adventure with a sizzling program of exhibitions, performances and activities.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch encouraged Queenslanders to ignite their passion for discovery at the centre over the summer holiday season in a mix of free and ticketed events.

“The Cultural Centre is one of Queensland’s most popular destinations, attracting 7 million visits in 2017-18, and is the place to go for summer fun,” Ms Enoch said.

“I invite Queenslanders to celebrate the festive season with a visit to the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) State

Library of Queensland, Queensland Museum and Queensland Performing Arts Centre, who together make the Cultural Centre their home.

“Young readers will enjoy the stage production of The 91-Storey Treehouse (23 to 27 January 2019) based on the best-selling books by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton, while audiences of all ages are set to be thrilled by The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway, also part of the Summer at QPAC program (7 December 2018 to 27 January 2019).

“Families will also love the fun assortment of free activities at the State Library during this year’s Summer Festival, with opportunities to write, share and publish stories, or play together making cardboard castles in The

MAGIC: The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway, also part of the Summer at QPAC program on now until January 27.

Photo: Contributed Corner.

“Plus, State Library’s popular Story Lab program is back this year, offering a range of stimulating workshops – led by professionals – to inspire creativity and develop skills in an enjoyable environment.”

Ms Enoch invited Queenslanders to enjoy newly opened spaces at Queensland Museum and new exhibitions.

“Queensland Museum’s new SparkLab Sciencentre and Anzac Legacy Gallery both opened this year and are

already proving to be popular,” she said.

“Sparklab is connecting people with the wonders of science while the Anzac Legacy Gallery portrays the impact of the First World War and its legacies in Queensland.

“State Library of Queensland’s Home: suburban obsession (7 December 2018 – 14 July 2019) explores the social, historical and cultural foundations of our homes and helps to reveal new layers of Queensland’s cultural history.”

The 9th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art showing across both the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art until April 28 offers audiences of all ages a free exhibition of artworks by more than 80 artists, collectives and groups from more than 30

countries.

“APT9 is a compelling journey of stories and visual experiences from across the Asia Pacific.

It’s an outstanding contemporary art event of international significance, right here in Queensland,” Ms Enoch said.

“The APT9 all-ages Summer Festival from 18-20 January 2019 will include artist workshops, performances, tours, films and storytelling and a special one-night only edition of Up Late with live music.”

For more information, go to: QPAC: qpac.com.au/summer; SLQ: slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on; QAGOMA: qagoma.qld.gov.au and QM: qm.qld.gov.au.

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John Wall is 72 and has decided the answer is … to race a jumbo jet.

All he needs is fellow limit-tester Richard Branson’s Virgin, or the folks from Qantas, to get on board with his plan and supply a plane and runway.

It may seem an extreme proposal, but the Bateau Bay man is known for pushing the boundaries.

The fastest man for his age at 62 in 2009, John won the 100m (sub-12 seconds) and 200m sprints at the Masters World Championships, and the same year ran against a jet fighter.

Nine years later, and having overcome a brain tumour in the interim, he’s still running and says he’s tired of chronological numbers being placed on people to define their abilities.

“I believe anyone who wants to do something extraordinary can, but they have to really want it,” John said. “I want to do something big to let people know we all have the capacity to push ourselves to go beyond where we are right now.“ John said the realisation that he was not going to lie down to the notion of getting old came to him when he looked in the mirror at age 50 and said, “My God, what’s happened, I was 19 when I woke up yesterday!”

And the majority of over-50s, 60s and

beyond, he said, felt the same – even if not everyone’s goal is to set world records.

However, John does recognise that even his finely tuned body takes longer these days to recover than it once did.

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You can rise above and still make a valuable contribution to your community context by taking triple gold at November’s Pan Pacific Masters on the Gold Coast, winning the 60m, 100m and 200m events for his age.

“It’s a case of understanding what we and our bodies are capable of,” he said.

“I want to represent this demographic who are going through what I go through every day – maybe feeling a bit down sometimes, or stiff or ill – and say, you can overcome it, you can rise above and still make a

valuable contribution to your community, to this country in a big or small way.”

John trains “religiously” six days a week, including gym, track and physio work – again, not something he expects everyone to do.

What we do all need, however, he said, is to decide what we want from our “senior” selves and how actively we want to participate in life.

The dedication needed to achieve his goals is worth it John said, both to challenge himself and to show the world “if I can do this … you may be a senior or a pensioner, but you can do incredible things too”.

That’s why, although regaining the 200m world record for age for Australia remains John’s number one goal, he also wants to take on a jumbo jet next year.

“The media coverage would be sensational – the image of this small, little old man against this massive jumbo – and it would be a real opportunity to say to seniors, give it a go, be as healthy as you can and don’t surrender to your age.”

John hopes businesses like Red Bull, Nike and the Federal Government will also get behind the challenge and sponsor it, with funds raised to go to charity.

“Maybe that’s why I’m here … my purpose in life is to be the light at the end of the tunnel that says to the older generation, pick yourself up, keep going, because I have, and look what I can achieve.”

To learn more, email John at jonathon_sky@hotmail. com.

Changes impacting seniors

■ GOVERNMENT FISCAL OUTLOOK THE Federal Government in its 2018-19 Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook reports the total spending on aged care is expected to reach $23.5billion in 2021-22.

The government is also establishing a new National Elder Abuse Hotline to provide a point of access to state and territory-based services for seniors and their families seeking to address elder abuse.

■ MORE POCKET MONEY NEW legislation is aimed at increasing and extending the Pension Work Bonus, expanding the Pension Loans Scheme and establishing fairer means testing rules for newer financial products.

Subject to the passage of legislation, they would take effect on July 1, 2019.

Pension Loans Scheme pensioners will receive an additional fortnightly payment in the form of a loan. Federal Minister for

Families and Social Services, Paul Fletcher, said the combination of a pension payment and a loan payment can be up to 150 per cent of the full pension, or $1374.45, a fortnight for a single person of pension age.

■ VILLAGE CODE OF CONDUCT The retirement living industry has launched a new industry code of conduct expected to take effect from January 1, 2020. Residents will be able to make a complaint against a code signatory.

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EACH STATE’S SENIOR AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR

Our top Seniors WE ARE proud to introduce you to eight senior Australians who are outstanding contributors to our community and to its wellbeing in a wide variety

Sally Wise, the Tasmanian Senior Australian of the Year.

of ways.

Each of these people are winners of their state Senior Australian of the Year award and are in the running for the ultimate national accolade, Senior

Australian of the Year in 2019, to be announced on January 26.

They have shared with Seniors News how they will use their raised profile in 2019.

Photo: Alastair Bett

TAS - Sally Wise, 67 SALLY is a kitchen guru, author and media presenter who is dedicated to equipping people with the knowledge to prepare nourishing food with accessible ingredients.

In 2006 she received a request from a radio presenter to discuss jams and preserves. It led to Sally’s book A Year in a Bottle which sold thousands of copies. It was the first of 15 popular cookbooks.

Sally launched a program at Risdon prison to teach soon-to-be

released inmates cooking skills. She also speaks to community groups to promote better nutrition using accessible ingredients.

In addition, Sally helps new businesses in the food sector to optimise their recipes and techniques.

“This past year has cemented my pathway and passion for the year to come, through chance encounters in cooking programs I have conducted. It has made me realise that there are silent, uncomplaining,

James Dale, the Queensland Senior of the Year.

often unnoticed groups within the community that would truly benefit from ‘companionable’ cookery – where the cooking and recipes are, as a natural part of the process, a catalyst to communication, between generations, cultures, at all levels of society.

“My goal is to seek out such groups and place increased focus on the positive social, as well as inherent nutritional, benefits from preparing never-fail, delicious dishes made from readily accessible ingredients.”

Photo: Louise Bagger

SA - Reginald Dodd, 78 THE Arabunna elder used a Roget’s Thesaurus to interpret complex legislation and made his first Native Title claim in 1998.

At Reg’s initiative the Arabunna Marree People was created with lawyers across Australia providing pro-bono assistance.

With a LAMP lawyer, Reg also co-designed and co-taught a law course at RMIT on country.

“I will take this opportunity to create a dialogue with the government that will deliver and provide quality essential service to remote towns and

communities. My plan is to consult with the public through meetings and talks. I will continue the cross-cultural tours that have been a great success over the last 20 years or so. I will also continue the work with LAMP on heritage and cultural issues.”

Photo: Renae Droop, Richard Walker

QLD - Professor James Dale AO, 68 THE scientist, researcher and humanitarian has led significant research programs in agricultural biotechnology.

His work includes seeking a solution to Vitamin A deficiency which can lead to death or blindness with children in developing countries particularly susceptible, and genetically modifying bananas, the staple diet in many poor countries.

Reginald Dodd, the South Australian Senior of the Year.

“Within the next 30 years our climate will degenerate and the world population will grow to more than nine billion.

Together these will have a major impact on food and nutrition security.

“Most of the population increase will be in the tropics and sub-tropics.

Australia is one of the very few developed countries with tropical regions and tropical

agriculture.

“I will use this award to stress that Australia has an opportunity or maybe a responsibility to be a major contributor to the development of the next versions of our tropical crops to alleviate this impending food and nutritional insecurity.

Importantly, to do this we will need to mobilise all the technologies we have available.”

Dr Sue Packer, the ACT Senior Australian of the Year.

Photo: Contributed

ACT - Dr Sue Packer AM, 76 PAEDIATRICIAN and child advocate Dr Packer fights for the rights of children in the healthcare system and wider community.

“My intention is to use my profile to encourage all Australians to think seriously about the experiences and challenges for all children

growing up in Australia in the 21st century. There is much we could all do to improve their lives and opportunities as they grow up, particularly considering the comparative wealth of Australia.

“When we think about our children and their

vulnerabilities and the options we have to improve their lives, many of the possible measures would also be of benefit to vulnerable groups of adults, in particular the elderly and those with disabilities, to enable them to live fuller and more satisfying lives”.

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EACH STATE’S SENIOR AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR

Heather Lee, the NSW Senior Australian of the Year.

Photo: Salty Dingo

Alison Harcourt, the Victorian Senior Australian of the Year.

NSW - Heather Lee OAM, 92

VIC - Alison Harcourt, 89

SHE is an unstoppable Australian.

Heather started walking regularly late in life – signing up for a series of fun runs in her late 70s – and discovering she was actually quite quick.

In 2011, at her physiotherapist’s suggestion, Heather competed in the Australian Masters Games, just before her 85th birthday – winning four gold medals.

In 2012 Heather set a new Australian record for

ALISON is now best known for developing integer linear programming, the basis of efficient computer processing.

“I’ve always loved numbers, so one of my aims is to try to convey that love to others.

“This feeling is one which I believe anyone can absorb, but I’m aware that many people acquired a fear of numbers when they were

5km race walking for her age group. Later that year, at the Australian Masters Track and Field Championships, she broke three Australian records; the 10km (84m 06.00s), the 1500m (11m 36.90s) and her own 5km (41m 25.40s).

Currently, Heather holds eight Australian and five world records.

Heather has been a member of the local Hawkesbury Cancer Support Group for many years and was the 2018

Cancer Council March Charge Ambassador.

Remarkably, she is one of the few who walks the full 24 hours of the Hawkesbury Relay for Life “I am the message,” Heather said.

“Independence is vital.

Make wellness your goal with diet, lifestyle and exercise to nurture your body, mind and spirit.

“I never define myself by age and never define anyone else by age, because getting old is an achievement.”

young which they have not been able to shake off.

“We should recognise that we are using numbers all the time, to measure temperature or the ingredients to make a cake, to knit a jumper or to check at what date in spring we should plant tomato seedlings.

“Specifically, from the experience of using numbers and listening to how others use them, we can expand our

Ian Frank Mallard, the WA Senior Australian of the Year.

Charlie King, the Northern Territory Senior Australian of the Year.

NT - Charlie King OAM, 67 THE veteran sports broadcaster and human rights campaigner in 2008 became the first Indigenous Australian to commentate at an Olympics.

Charlie initiated the zero-tolerance campaign ‘NO MORE’ which has links with more than five sporting codes and nearly 100 individual sports teams.

“My vision is to contribute to an Australian community where all of its members feel safe,” he said.

“The elimination of violence requires a monumental shift in the way that Australian’s view domestic violence.

“I think that it is vitally important to connect with diverse groups of people, including seniors from

across Australia to harness their knowledge and to develop constructive actions that can lead to change.

“This provides an opportunity to recognise the contribution that senior Australians and all Australians can make in influencing a change in the attitudes and beliefs that lead to domestic and family violence.”

Photo: Gavin Blue

appreciation of the wide world of mathematics.

“More generally, we should ask older people about their life journey. We should also consider, rather than dismiss, creative people who want to challenge old ways. We should respect the enthusiasm of youth and the wisdom of immigrants.

“Put simply, we should be open to other people’s ideas.”

Photo: MCB Photographics

WA - Frank Mallard, 73 THE Yamatji elder, ex-serviceman and volunteer is an ambassador and advocate for the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander servicemen and women.

He served in the Army and Army Reserves..

Despite PTSD and Parkinson’s, Frank is a dedicated veterans’ issues volunteer and chair of Voice of the Voiceless Ministry.

“I would like to go back

to the old ways in Australia where we had the welfare of our families uppermost in our minds.

To the days when the older members of family were cared for by the family and not sent off to an aged care facility.

“I know that that cannot happen, so I would use my position to indulge my passion of caring for the less fortunate in our society, to make the community aware of the mental health problems

faced by our military and the youth, and to bring comfort to the homeless and marginalised in our cities, by providing free health care, meals and shelter, to those who can’t afford it.

“We are acclaimed as the ‘lucky country’, but we have many people who would not think that.

Some of them have served their country, but their country has forgotten them. Lest we forget.”

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Community notes

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS: Members of the Western Suburbs Branch, Australian Red Cross at their Christmas Lunch. Join them as a new member at their first meeting in February.

TO ALLOW for readers’ requests for the publication of more neighbourhood news, please keep notices short and to the point (100 word maximum). If you would like to submit a photo ensure it is at least 180dpi or 500kb to 1mb in size and of faces, in a nice bright setting.

Email editor@seniors newspaper.com.au.

TAOIST TAI CHI SOCIETY

FREE Taoist Tai Chi Open House at Level 1, 566 Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche on February 2, 2019 from 1pm to 2.30pm.

The Taoist Tai Chi

Society of Australia is a volunteer, non-profit and charitable organisation, that promotes the health and well-being benefits of tai chi. At this free open House you will see a demonstration of taoist tai chi and be given the opportunity to have a go.

You will also receive information about how to become a member of the society and on beginner classes starting February 4, 2019.

Afternoon tea will be provided. Phone: 07 3357 5600 or email: brisbane@taoist.org.

MITCHELTON & DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB

THE November 2018 meeting was the beginning of this club’s 55th year and the first 2019 meeting is on February 7 when Kath Stumer, the guest speaker, will talk about Zygo Cactus. There are vacancies for new members.

The club meets on the first Thursday of the calendar month, except January. Meetings commence after morning tea which is served at 9.45am. Visitors and new members are most welcome.

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FOREST LAKE FIFTY PLUS CLUB

OUR December activity was our club’s Christmas Party, held at The Lion, Richlands.

The Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club meets on the third Friday of the month at The Lion, Pine Rd, Richlands at 10.30am.

Date claimers for the next two meetings are January 18 and our AGM on February 15. For more information on the club and its activities, please contact president, Leonie on 0427 846 057 or activities officer Les on 0466 377 618 to register your interest, email fl50plusc@gmail.com.

New members are always welcome.

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AIR North Side branch of our national group, meets monthly at Kedron.

We are either fully or partial self funded trying to enhance our lifestyle socially or financially with special interest groups in our structure.

Our meetings are held normally on the third Friday of the month starting around 9.30am and finishing at noon.

Morning tea and bickies

are provided for a small charge. We have guest speakers on most months.

Also have a finance discussion group meeting on each second Friday at Chermside for members, we do not give financial advice.

Bus trips are a very popular event, providing morning tea at a picnic spot and a super style

Chapel Hill EACH year Christmas carols set the tone for our lunch in December. 2018 was no exception.

Members joined their choir in a trip down memory lane with the singing of Christmas favourites including Christmas in the Air and We need a little Christmas.

It was a wonderful

Jill Hillman-Marsh, Val Ceccato and Liz Thomas Ellis at the Chapel Hill VIEW club Christmas lunch. lunch at a venue.

Our Kedron meetings are held at the OES Hall, 2 Boland St off Kitchener Rd. Off street parking is available.

For more, phone 07 3881 1820 or 07 3351 4126 prior to 5pm or email sitram@powerup.com.au.

occasion for friendship and goodwill which was made extra special by hearing from each of the eight young students the club is sponsoring as part of The Smith Family’s Learning for Life Program.

As well there was a movie reprising the year that was that played

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FESTIVE FARE: Foundation members Berenice Corvi and club patron Margaret Morrow cut the Christmas Cake at the December meeting of their club.

MILESTONE MORNING TEA: Carol Harch with her mother Vera Scheiwe at Laidley Aged Care.

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Uniting Church Complex, 528 Waterford Rd, Ellen Grove at 10am.

Stafford Inc. WE ARE seeking new members.

If you are no longer working full-time or have recently retired, this is an opportunity for couples, gents and/or ladies to meet other retirees for friendship, fun and food.

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from 9.30am at Gaythorne Bowls Club, 18 Prospect Rd, Gaythorne.

The next meeting is on Thursday, February 7.

The club hosts a wide variety of other activities.

Future events include day trips, lunches, theatre performances.

Phone Joan on 07 3630 5453.

during lunch, secret Santas, a lucky door prize, many raffles and a well-resourced Christmas trading table.

No one left empty-handed and all left with a smile.

Logan OUR ladies are urging the local community to support disadvantaged children and young people with their education by 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 Ave), Kingston.

Cost of $25 includes a two course lunch and a guest speaker.

Proceeds from the day go to The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program.

Phone Pat on 07 3804 6931 for further details.

U3A PINE RIVERS

WE WILL hold our monthly Social and Information Day on Friday, January 18, at Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, 1351 Anzac Ave, Kallangur, gathering at 9am for a 9.30am start,

finishing at noon (please note the change to an air-conditioned venue for 2019).

This morning will feature members Vic and Julie Day who enjoyed a world cruise.

They will be sharing the highlights of their trip with a presentation.

Free admission members and visitors welcome.

Morning tea is available for a gold coin donation and there is always a raffle.

For further information, phone the U3A Kallangur Centre on 07 3880 6677, call in at 1480 Anzac Ave, Kallangur during opening hours - Monday to Friday 9am-noon or go to u3apinerivers org.au.

Seniors can enquire about membership at the meeting.

PROBUS CLUBS

Forest Lake OUR Christmas Party which was held on Tuesday, December 1, at The Lion, Richlands.

Because of the effort put into the planning of this function by our Activities Officer, Lyn, it was voted by some of our members as the best Christmas party yet.

We have to thank the Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, Federal MP Milton Dick, and Councillor for Forest Lake, Councillor Charles Strunk, for their kind donations to this function which mades it affordable for all our members.

We were joined by Councillor Charles Strunk and Susan Bourne from the Premier’s office.

We were entertained by the Borrel Boomers. A Capella Trio singing songs that were very familiar to our age group.

All proceeds from this trio is given to charity.

Next year we have quite a lot planned for Forest Lake Probus – from great outings to interesting guest speakers.

I’m aware some of you retired or semi-retired ladies and gents have thought about coming to one of our meetings.

Phone Barbara on 0422 817 924 or our Membership Officer, Ellen, on 07 3879 7784.

I’m pretty sure you will be pleased and we will be very happy to welcome you. So, please start the new year with fun, friendship and fellowship.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday, January 8, at the

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Western Suburbs DECEMBER was a time for members to celebrate another successful year of fundraising with a Christmas lunch at Women’s College.

No fundraising this time, just a time for friendship and goodwill.

Members look forward to another successful year in 2019 and welcome new

members.

Join us on the February 4 (first meeting of the year) at 9.30am in the Kenmore Village Library; help us help others in small but important ways.

LAIDLEY AGED CARE

A LAIDLEY aged care community partly funded by money raised from door knocks, lamington drives and sales of locally grown crops celebrated five decades of caring for local seniors last week.

Carinity Karinya Place turned 50 on November 30, with residents, family members and present and former staff celebrating the milestone with morning tea.

A birthday cake was cut

by Joy Mutzelburg, the first matron of the nursing home, and Bobby Curtis, who has lived at Carinity Karinya Place since 2001.

An initiative of Laidley Baptist Church, the aged care community was built at a cost of $83,000 and accommodated 14 residents when it opened in 1968.

More than $26,000 for the project was raised from street stalls, lamington drives, fundraising concerts and

marathon walks organised by church members over four years.

Volunteers also sought donations while doing door knocks around the streets and farms of Laidley, Gatton, Helidon, Rosewood, Esk, Toogoolawah and Kilcoy, while church members who were farmers grew crops for the appeal.

The church’s fundraising supplied 30 per cent of funds for construction of the Karinya building, with 60 per cent contributed by the Federal Government.

Karinya – the Indigenous word for “happy home” – was officially opened on November 30, 1968, by the then Queensland Deputy Premier, Gordon Chalk. ● I would like to extend my personal thanks to everyone who has contributed their community notes. Your contribution to sharing and caring adds a special dimension to our publication.

Regards, Gail Gail Forrer, Seniors Newspapers Group Editor.

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Money

Gifting impacts pension Andrew Heaven I WAS recently asked by a couple who assisted their son and his partner with their mortgage costs by giving them $120,000 towards the deposit, what impact that could have on their age pension entitlement.

In applying for the age pension, Centrelink applies an assets and income test to determine your entitlement to a pension benefit. Broadly speaking, whichever test delivers the lower pension benefit is the test that will apply. There are limits as to how much an age

pension applicant can gift in order to reduce the amount of assets they own to increase their pension entitlement.

You are entitled to gift up to $10,000 a year or $30,000 over a five-year period. The same limits apply as a single person or as a couple.

If you exceed these limits the amount in excess of the limit is considered a deprived asset and the excess amount counts as an asset for five years from the time you made the gift.

Even though you are applying for the age pension now, as you

PENSION ADVICE: Check the background on Aged Pension limitations before gifting your money to family members.

Photo: Andrey Shevchuk gifted your son the $120,000 three years ago, $110,000 which exceeds the limit will count as a deprived asset and therefore count for assets test purposes and be deemed under the income test. However, in 2020, once the five years has expired from the date of gifting, it will no longer be counted.

Under the assets test, your assessable assets, which exclude the family home for example, are counted at current market

value. Your age pension reduces by $3 per fortnight for each $1000 that the assessed value of your assets exceeds the threshold.

The current cut-off point for receiving a part age pension for a couple who own their home is assessable assets less than $848,000 ($564,000 for a single).

For a non-home owner couple, the threshold will be $1,055,000 ($771,000 for a single).

If the $110,000 that is

still being assessed (as a result of the $120,000 gift to your son) will exclude you from receiving the age pension, there are a range of options available to reduce your assessed assets. You could: ■ Consider renovating or upgrading the family home as the family home is assets test exempt.

■ Spend money on a holiday.

■ Purchase a funeral bond up to $12,500 per person or pre-pay your funeral and cemetery plot.

Alternatively, you could wait for the five years from the date of gifting to expire and then re-apply for the age pension then.

If Centrelink tells you that you have lost your age pension due to exceeding the assets test, but do qualify for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC), what would be your benefits?

The CSHC is a concession card that is available to individuals who are Australian resident, of pension age or who do not qualify for the age pension due to their level of income or assets.

The benefits of the CSHC include discounted prescriptions for medicines listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

Once the PBS Safety net has been reached you will receive PBS prescriptions without charge for the remainder of the calendar year.

You are entitled to access to bulk-billed doctor visits if these are provided by your doctor.

Additionally, access to a larger refund for medical costs when you exceed the Medicare safety net.

Unlike the age pension, the CSHC is not subject to the asset test. However, it is subject to an income test threshold. The threshold limit is adjusted taxable income (plus deeming from accountbased pensions) of $87,884 a year as a couple or $54,929 a year as a single.

To apply, contact the Department of Human Services and request an application for the CSHC. If you have previously been issued a Centrelink Customer Access Number, this number remains current.

Applications can be made online at www.human services.gov.au This story first appeared on www.wealth partners.net.au. Any general advice in this story doesn’t take account of personal objectives, financial situation and needs.

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Superannuation shines But contributions are slowing as the sharemarket dips THE end of the year can be a cash squeeze. But it’s also a good opportunity to take stock, and budget permitting, grow your super.

Figures from research group SuperRatings show Australians have tightened up their voluntary super contributions over the last 12 months.

Maybe the sharemarket highs of 2017/18 have seen us take a breather from actively growing our super, but the average voluntary contribution over the course of 2017/18 was just $1054.

That’s 10 per cent less than the previous year.

Super funds have seen a short term pull-back in recent weeks, when a major market sell-off impacted fund returns.

In the first two weeks of October alone, the Aussie sharemarket fell 4.8 per cent. Just how much your super balance felt the

squeeze depends on how your nest egg is invested; the greater the exposure to shares, the more your super savings will feel the hit.

The thing is, the vast majority of Australians have their super in a balanced style of fund, where your money is spread across a large range of asset classes.

The result according to SuperRatings is that $100,000 of super invested in a balanced option would only have dipped by 2.7 per cent following that 4.8 per cents sharemarket fall.

This reflects the benefits of a diverse portfolio.

The bigger picture is that our super has generally enjoyed a good run in recent years.

Balanced funds have delivered a median return of 9.7 per cent over the year ended September 30, 2018, with 5-year gains of 8.3 per cent. Not a bad result at all.

Good times should never be taken for granted

JEWELLERY VALUATION EXPERT: Megan Austin.

SUPER ADVICE: Spend time this summer break reviewing your super savings, and maybe adding some more to the pot ahead of your retirement.

Photo: alfexe when investing, and while market dips are likely to impact your super balance, superannuation is, for many Australians, a very long term investment.

There is usually ample time for your fund to recover any lost ground.

BRAND INSIGHTS AS WE say farewell to the holiday season and welcome in the new year, many of us have made new year’s resolutions.

One of those is to organise valuations on our precious jewellery and watches.

Whether you’re getting ready to sell your precious items, want to itemise them in a schedule for future generations, or just need to update your insurance, valuations fulfil many requirements. There are many variables involved in the appraisal process and, it’s these small and subtle

compounding returns really can work magic over time regardless of short term lows.

It’s not a bad idea to use the summer break to get to know your super.

If you can, add a bit extra to your super savings – you’ll be glad you did

when retirement rolls around.

Paul Clitheroe is Chairman of InvestSMART, Chairman of the Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and chief commentator for Money Magazine.

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The valuation process differences that NCJV Registered valuers are trained to detect. For example, a diamond that has been treated with a process called laser drilling is of lower value than an untreated diamond of equivalent quality. This treatment is unlikely to be detected by a non-professional but can have a significant effect on value.

Apart from gemmological knowledge, your valuer must have a good understanding of jewellery manufacture and basic metal testing techniques. The setting is carefully inspected to determine if it is handmade, cast,

Past returns are never a guide for the future, but $100,000 invested in the median balanced fund 10 years ago could be worth anywhere from $156,000 to $213,150 today depending on how your particular fund performed.

It goes to show that

CAD/CAM, machined, stamped or a combination of these methods, and the appropriate costs are applied. Identifiable hallmarks on a jewel can provide important clues as to the maker, origin and even establish a year of manufacture. These factors, along with an in-depth understanding of market demands and trends, retail practices and market research contribute to an accurate value for your jewellery.

Phone Megan Austin on (07) 3162 5424 after January 14 for a free, no-obligation discussion or go to meganaustin valuations.com.au.

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Explore Victoria’s highway gallery GIANT works of art now dot the 200km landscape across Victoria’s Wimmera Mallee region.

Towering high above the paddocks and towns along the Henty Highway, the Silo Art Trail celebrates the deep history of the region through murals painted on wheat silos by renowned Australian and international street artists.

The trail takes in six of Victoria’s smallest towns – Rupanyup, Sheep Hills, Brim, Rosebery, Lascelles and Patchewollock.

The trip between each town and artwork will take about 25 minutes, but that’s no reason not to make the visit to the region last a day or more with some of the towns

offering accommodation, food and side attractions.

Book in advance if you want to stay over, is the advice of the experts; it’s not likely there will be a room available if you turn up unannounced.

Begin your journey at Rupanyup. Look up at the monochrome mural created by Russian artist Julia Volchkova on the huge metal grain storage bins – a work that was inspired by the local Rupanyup Panthers Football & Netball Club.

Stop off at Sheep Hills and see the huge mural by Adnate, an internationally renowned artist, famous for his work with Aboriginal communities across Australia.

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YOU CAN’T MISS IT: Magnificent Silo Art at the Victorian township of Sheep Hills, and below, another of the silos that are attracting plenty of attention.

2016 and spread across all six silos, the work consists of four indigenous faces watching

over the tiny community of Sheep Hills; with a starry background that has a symbolic significance to the local people.

Brim hosts Guido van Helten’s famous Farmer Quartet. Located on the Henty Highway and stretching out across all four of the Brim silos, this massive mural was painted in 2015 as a

tribute to the drought-stricken farming community.

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Gardiner’s Chess general manager Andrew Fitzpatrick will lead the group on the 8-day tour of the unique Norfolk Island which includes three chess tournament days.

“I think the people who will be interested in this tour will be seniors who are keen to do a bit of travel, but at the same time be able to play a bit chess while on holiday, so combining two of their passions,” Andrew said.

“Anyone can play chess.

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Andrew expects the tournament players will have some experience in playing chess.

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Adventure in be thrilled Ann Rickard visits a remarkable region that FIVE things to do in New Zealand’s Queenstown without a bungy jump in sight.

I like adventure, but I like comfort too. In Queenstown I found plenty of both. Here are my five thrills of the gentler kind in Queenstown.

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QUEENSTOWN offers myriad accommodation options from backpackers to high-end luxury resorts.

We chose The Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, right on Lake Wakatipu with a backdrop of the Remarkables Mountains.

Spacious villas with private balconies give a sense of privilege. Your own in-villa fireplace is a bonus. The signature restaurant, Wakatipu Grill, with its inside and outside fire-pits overlooking the lake is very welcoming, and the resort’s Stack’s Pub serves reassuring comfort food.

FOR A (SOFT) ADRENALINE THRILL

types zip down the mountain on a luge (a kind of billy cart contraption). Get on one if you can; it’s not hard.

CRUISE LAKE WAKATIPU

Try the Million Dollar Cruise because it cost just $NZ39 and cruised the lake for an hour a half, and had an open honesty bar.

Indoor and outdoor seating, a captain and commentator who couldn’t have been more informative, helpful or friendly, knew every intimate part of the lake, pointed out wild birds and fish species in the transparent water and took us up-close to some of the multi-million-dollar water-front homes

WINE, WINE AND A BIT OF CHEESE

Queenstown sits in the Central Otago region which is known for its quality wines, especially pinot noir.

Dozens of tour operators will take you to some of the top wineries in comfort and style and allow you to sip, sniff and swirl to your limit.

We took ourselves to Amisfield, a stylish, chic and popular winery with luxury dining. It was difficult to get a reservation for lunch, but a cheese plate and a glass each of pinot noir in the garden was just as good as a long lunch.

Be prepared to pay.

New Zealand isn’t cheap.

That cheese board and the two glass of wine... $NZ100.

LOOKING GOOD: Queenstown city and Lake Wakatipu is surrounded by dramatic mountains.

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WITHOUT actually jumping, leaping or being thrown around rapids in a high-speed jet-boat, take a Skyline Gondola (right in the heart of town) to the top of Bob’s Peak where the panoramic views of the lake, the town and the mountains make you feel you actually have done some heady adventure stuff.

Enjoy a drink or snack at the Skyline Café, watch other more adventurous

The Rickards enjoying the fruits of Queenstown and the Otago region.

Aimsfield Winery offers fine wines and great food.

SHOPPING

There is high quality everywhere, especially New Zealand brands from fashion to outdoor and footwear.

The town is compact and easy to stroll. It’s simple to find yourself in a cross-alleyway where more stylish shops and art galleries beckon.

Surprises at every corner, and always with that majestic mountain range watching over you.

FINE DINING

Perhaps as well-known for its culinary prowess as it is for its adventure, Queenstown offers every cuisine from around the globe.

We loved Flame Bar & Grill, upstairs in Beach Street with garden and lake views and giant flame-grilled steaks and succulent ribs.

If you are of a patient nature – the hottest place in town is Fergburger in Shotover Street.

The attraction eluded us, but not so the hundreds of others prepared to queue and wait an average of 45 minutes just to get in the door for a hamburger.

With names like Morning Glory and The Dawn Horn and Holier Than Thou, the burgers do sound exotic, but from what we saw watching devotees devour the giant burgers on the footpath, they were just hamburgers.

Another place to try is the Botswana Butchery. It has superb food and wine, all in a decor that wraps its arms around you.

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Queenstown or get chilled excites the senses on many levels CHOOSE to be one, the other, or both.

Queenstown offers a surprising number of holiday choices, all within a dramatic landscape of mountains, a pristine lake and fabulously crisp clean air.

SHOTOVER JET

GO ON, jet thrilled on a jet boat on the Shotover River. The jump on point is close to town. You’ll come back still feeling flush from the adventure.

The boat takes you on a ride through dramatic and narrow canyons, with a few exhilarating full 360 spins thrown in.

The Shotover Jet combines both of adventure and thrills in an exhilarating and unforgettable way.

FARM VISIT

JOIN the iconic steamship TSS Earnslaw for an entirely relaxing voyage across Lake Wakatipu to Walker Peak High Country Farm.

The hand-fired steamship, which dates back to 1912, sets sail several times a day.

You can do a round trip, or get off at the farm for morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea. While at the farm visitors meet some of the local animals, watch the sheep being shorn, help encourage the local sheep dogs to herd up their charges and enjoy fresh food in the Promenade Café or the restaurant.

The more active can go horse trekking, adventure on electric farm bikes or to try independent cycling.

WALKING & HIKING

THE area offers a huge choice in walking tracks and trails that explore different parts of the region, including Ben Lomond, Queenstown Hill, Glenorchy, Arrowtown and Lake Hayes.

Some trails are little more than a stroll, others are wide but challenging uphill hikes towards far-off peaks, and others still are narrow trails that cut into gullies and offer a different kind of excitement.

If you don’t have your own gear there are hiking equipment hire outlets and shops for picking up new gear.

Queenstown's track transport operators will drop you off and pick you up at your preferred location, letting you enjoy your walking or hiking adventure without worrying about the safety of your parked vehicle, or the possibility of being stranded at the end of the track.

There are climbing tracks and lowland walking trails to enjoy.

Details on where to go and how long each trail or walk should take are readily available.

WINTER WONDERLAND

QUEENSTOWN is in the heart of the Southern Alps and boasts mountains for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. There are four ski areas open during the long winter season.

The closest is just 20 minutes drive from the town centre.

Remarkables Ski Field which is near Queenstown.

Ski passes range from single day, single ski area passes to season passes allowing unlimited access to multiple Queenstown ski areas.

Snowboard and ski gear can be hired downtown, on-mountain or it can even be delivered to your accommodation. Most Queenstown ski rental shops are open until 9pm during the ski season.

Queenstown also offers ice skating, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

HISTORIC ARROWTOWN

THE Arrowtown Chinese Settlement was home to thousands of prospectors who came to the region in search of gold in the middle of the 19th Century.

There are now about 70 historic buildings and features left from the gold rush era.

In among these buildings are half-day’s worth of craft, art, good food and pleasant walks.

Down by the river where the Chinese gold-miners were forced to live are their huts which have been restored and offering visitors the chance to step back into that ‘golden’ era and see up-close their modest living conditions, and learn stories of their occupants.

Historic Arrowtown.

OTHER IDEAS

There’s golf, tennis, wineries, fishing, health spas and much, more to do and see.

For more Queenstown visitor ideas, go to queenstownnz.co.nz.

Thrilling ride through the Shotover River canyons.

The TSS Earnslaw steaming towards Walter Peak Farm.

Photo: New Zealand Tourism

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SUPERB FISHING: Top end great fishing with plenty of catch choices.

Photo: Peter Eve, Tourism NT

Catch the tips for top end Nige Webster A TRAVEL diary of mine would not be complete without a trip to the Northern Territory.

I just love heading to Darwin because there is so much to see, do and catch!

There are so many options in the Territory that I cannot do them all justice here but I will detail a few on the top of the list.

There is fabulous fishing off Dundee Beach which is a couple of hours south-west of Darwin.

Many guides work from here and you can stay right at the ramp where you’ll also find cabin-style accommodation and a pub with great counter meals.

The fishing off Dundee is diverse.

You can catch everything from sailfish to coral trout – you’ll find plenty of mackerel, tuna, reef fishes and barramundi.

The winter months are typically the best to fish here, but any time the weather fines up, you will catch fish at Dundee.

Packing is hard as you can catch everything here.

Lures and bait will work so take a mix of outfits

from barra size (4 to 10kg) to medium weight (8 to 20kg) and the heavy outfits (20 to 40kg).

Boats in the 5m-plus category are advisable in open waters and can be launched from the ramp at Dundee Beach.

Darwin Harbour provides some great fishing for anglers not wanting to travel too far from the city.

There are several

include 90 to 120mm bibbed hardbody lures that dive from 1 to 3 metres, 3 to 4 inch prawn imitation soft plastics, 3 to 5 inch paddletail soft plastics and 95mm vibe style plastic lures.

The other great option when travelling to the Territory during the dry season is to visit the billabong fishery.

These waterholes that have been left following

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There are so many options in the Territory that I cannot do them all justice ... ramps and also plenty of wet season are often full

guided options. You can catch mud crabs and barramundi within a stone’s throw of the CBD; it is a diverse fishery.

The wrecks and small patches of reef within the harbour are good spots to catch reef fish such as black jewfish and golden snapper.

Outfits prescribed for Dundee Beach will also get the job done in Darwin Harbour.

Great lures for harbour and inshore fishing

of species such as barramundi and saratoga.

They make for some breath-taking scenery while experiencing world class fishing.

The easiest to reach and most well-known waterhole is Corroboree Billabong. It can be found an easy drive to the east of Darwin around the Mary River system. There is a small section of graded dirt and a solid boat ramp which makes it easy to visit and fish.

Fishing for barramundi at the Top End

Photo: Tourism NT

The bird and croc life is abundant and there are fish everywhere.

The same tackle and lures as prescribed for Darwin Harbour will get the job done.

The closest accommodation available is in the form of the Corroboree Park Tavern or alternatively you can stay on one of the resident houseboats.

Nige Webster works for AFN Fishing & Outdoors and presents and produces The Fishing Show on Channel 7Mate.

Fishing the Mary River.

Photo: Peter Eve, Tourism NT

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Design a holiday project ‘‘

If you want to experience daily life on vacation try this: CRUISERS wanting to find a deeper experience from their high seas adventure can join two Crystal voyages in 2019, both of which offer the chance to participate in valuable community projects.

Selected Crystal Symphony, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Esprit itineraries will offer guests access to the Crystal’s You Care, We Care program. The guests contribute their time and care to a project, with no financial obligations requested or required.

Each project is selected and vetted by Crystal.

The selection criteria involve identifying projects which participants can make an immediate impact on.

The organisations determine their greatest needs and the Crystal team works closely with them on how they would like Crystal to be involved.

In 2019 guests can take part in these following voluntourism excursions: ■ Helping at the San Francisco Food Bank, Clatsop Community Action Food Bank in Astoria, Oregon and Mustard Seed Food Bank in Victoria, British Columbia.

■ Playing games, reading, dancing and participating in an array of other activities with the elderly and children at the Granitos de Paz Foundation in Cartagena, Colombia.

■ Helping to feed the elderly at Mercy Kitchen in Belize.

■ Helping with cleaning and caring for the animals at the Samui Animal Shelter in Koh Samui, Thailand.

■ Getting an up-close look at the wildlife at Territory Wildlife Park and joining the conservation team in maintaining the park’s botanical gardens in Darwin, Australia.

■ Participating in tree planting conservation efforts to shelter the yellow-eyed penguins of Dunedin, New Zealand.

■ Helping with gardening and other household duties at Domus Christi Home for the Elderly in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

■ Helping with meal preparation or recreational activities at Smile of a Child in Cornith, Greece.

■ Helping prepare food and create ceramic artwork with the disabled at the Pio Monte della Misericordia in Sorrento, Italy.

■ Learning about the conservation of marine life and participating in the theoretical rescue of a dolphin at the Rehabilitation Center of Prat de Llobregat in Barcelona, Spain.

■ Helping with the work at the Gallinas & Focas home for the mentally challenged, tending gardens and olive groves in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

Helping with cleaning and caring for the animals at the Samui Animal Shelter in Koh Samui.

TRY VOLUNTOURISM: The Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony cruise liners.

■ Helping with groundskeeping at the historic Mount Stewart House & Gardens in Belfast, U.K. ■ Planting trees at the Heidmork Natural Reserve in Reykjavik, Iceland.

■ Visiting the Guernsey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in St. Peter Port, U.K. These voluntourism adventures should be reserved at the time of booking your cruise.

For more information, go to www.crystalcruises.com.

Crystal Line guests participating in voluntourism adventures in Iceland.

Is your caravan ready?

SAFE TOWING: Trailer wheel chains and tow bar clamps (inset) are a good idea to use when you get to your destination.

Photos: Contributed

IT’S a busy time of year with many people looking forward to time away over the holiday period.

Unfortunately, this increases the number of road users and everyone is encouraged to be patient and courteous. For those holiday makers with caravans it is important to undertake a few checks at home before setting off: ■ Take the time to check over basic mechanics of your tow vehicle. Oil, water, brake fluid and windscreen wipers are important.

■ Check the tyres and tyres pressure on the caravan – don’t forget the spare.

■ Make sure the indicators and brake lights are working when connected to the vehicle.

■ Ensure that luggage and other items are securely and safely

packed and that the load is distributed evenly and within the towing capacity of the vehicle.

■ If it is your first trip away with the caravan make sure you have practised driving short distances to get the feel of towing. It is also recommended to practice reversing the caravan – some of the spaces in caravan parks may be small.

On the road: ■ Consider traffic conditions before setting off – it might be beneficial to get an early start to avoid the heavy traffic.

■ Ensure you are confident handling the caravan and drive safely to road conditions. The extra weight of the caravan will make the tow vehicle handle differently.

■ You need to allow a longer braking distance

and it will be much slower to accelerate and less manoeuvrable.

■ Make sure you are aware of other road users and on busy single lane roads consider pulling over into a safe area to allow vehicles to pass you safely.

At your destination: ■ Say hello to your neighbours and help keep an eye on each other’s property.

■ Secure items such as pushbikes, surfboards, eskies and gas bottles as they are easily stolen.

■ Also consider using a tow ball locking device or wheel clamp to secure the caravan, especially if the vehicle is unhitched.

Info: tmr.qld.gov.au/Safety/ Vehicle-standardsand-modifications /Loads-and-towing/ Safe-towing.aspx

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For those who want the romance of the rugged red track, this year is your last chance, unless you venture off the main road.

Cooktown played a pivotal role in Australia’s history. In June 1770, Cook and his crew spent more than seven weeks moored on the banks of the Endeavour River repairing their vessel.

During this time Cook noted six encounters with the Guugu Yimithirr people, including one incident diarised as an act of reconciliation.

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Grape expectations at the Granite Belt Mike Hays, the chief winemaker from Granite Belt’s Symphony Hill, surprised the big names down south In November 2017 by taking out the national winemaker of the year award.

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Nature at Noosa Everglades Deep dive into a real-life David Attenborough documentary with the Noosa Everglades.

Twenty-five minutes’ drive north of Noosa, two biospheres – the Noosa Biosphere and the Great Sandy Biosphere – sit side by side dishing up nature by the kayak full with rainforests, beaches, woodlands, mountains and a raft of native plants and animals. Visitors can now stay at Habitat Noosa, a world-class eco site with glamping tents and powered and unpowered sites overlooking 500 metres of Lake Cootharaba frontage. The eco-resort is also home to a cruisy craft brewery and cool

café serving locally brewed coffee.

Time Out(back) with a Station Stay Australia’s DNA runs through its Outback Stations and travellers can now experience the rugged back country, lazy blue skies, and hard-working cattle hands with a smidge of comfort thanks to three new-ish working stations. Stays inclued: ❚ Mount Mulligan Lodge: 170km west of Cairns lies in the shadow of a spectacular 18km sandstone ridge. This 28,000-hectare outback property has 12 luxury suites and villas all with majestic views of the 400m high cliff face. ❚ Kinrara Expeditions: Tapping into 270 generations of Gugu Badhun creation stories, Kinrara Expeditions is a five-day, four-night outback Queensland adventure four hours south west of Cairns.

Operating from the 28,000-hectare MacEacherns Camp cattle station, each tour takes up to 12 guests staying in one of 10 low-impact double tents with enchanting views of the Burdekin River. ❚ Shandonvale Station: Get a a hands-on insight to life on the land at this working cattle station located on the clay pans of Aramac creek, a 90minute drive from Longreach. The 100-year-old shearing quarters have been fully restored with four queen bedrooms and an endless list of outback adventures from sunset tours to riding shot gun in a helicopter.

Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island.

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Good advice for eyesight Tracey Johnstone GOOD eye health starts with precaution before a sight problem or refractive error is revealed which can significantly impact on your quality of life.

This means getting your eye health tested by your local optometrist every 12 months from the time you hit 60. From the age of 65 you are eligible for a full Medicare rebate for the cost of an annual test.

Many eye conditions associated with ageing aren’t immediately obvious to the person.

They can sneak up without causing early pain or symptoms and become obvious once damage to the eye has occurred.

When up to 90 per cent of blindness in Australia is avoidable or treatable if detected early, it’s a strong argument for staying on top of your eye health.

As we age we are prone

to presbyopia, or old eye.

This is where the clear lens inside the eye becomes less flexible and less able to change its shape.

Optometry Australia’s chief clinical officer Luke Arundel says this can cause difficulties with focusing up close such as when you are reading small print. “It’s very common for people 40 or 45 onwards,” Mr Arundel said.

When we find ourselves squinting to help see just a little bit more clearly, we aren’t causing any damage to our eyes, but the muscles around the eyes will tire and tension headaches can follow.

And when your arms aren’t long enough to hold a book or newspaper far enough away to read the print, it’s probably time to do something about what is a refractive error in your eyes.

Where to start Each time you meet

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with your optometrist, you need to tell them what regular medications you are taking and what visual tasks you are doing.

“When we prescribe glasses, particularly glasses for close work, the distance that you want to hold your reading material at is very important to us,” Mr Arundel said.

“If you are playing bridge and want to look at cards that on a table that is 70cm away, you may need a different prescription from if you want to lie in bed and hold a book 30cm away.”

You need to also detail your hobbies, crafts, what type of computer screen you use – a PC or iPad, for example – your sports and recreation activities, and whether you want to wear glasses or contact lenses.

With this knowledge the optometrist can tailor your visual solution.

The next step is to discuss what type of

EYE HEALTH: When your arms aren’t long enough to read the print, it’s probably time to get your eyes checked by an optometrist.

Photo: gpointstudio glasses you want – bifocals which have the top half for distance and a small bottom segment for reading, multifocal or varied focal lens which has the distance at the top with an intermediate zone which might be for computers and a reading zone at the bottom, or separate glasses for reading and distance.

“With multifocals, the way that the lenses are designed, there is often a little bit of distortion in the periphery,” Mr Arundel

said. “Not everyone gets used to multifocals or bifocals; possibly as low as one in 30 might.

Typically, it’s something that would be covered by an adaption warranty. So, if a patient doesn’t get used to them, often it will be changed at no charge for changing to one pair for distance and one for reading.”

Glare protection Other options to consider to help protect your eyes from UV is including transitions or

wearing fit-overs as an alternative to buying a separate pair of prescription sunglasses.

Pharmacy glasses This option is often suitable to people who have perfect distance vision, but there are few people who find these magnifier glasses accurately suit their reading distance needs.

“The way they are made is that the optical centre of the lens is randomly selected,” Mr Arundel said.

Causes and solutions for dryness in your eyes DRY eye, which is common to older people, can be caused by any number of things so just popping some eye drops in your eyes won’t necessarily be the best treatment choice.

Optometry Australia’s resident optometrist Sophie Koh says there are probably underlying issues causing this condition. “It might be some lid disease or inflammation that needs to be treated,” she said.

“The tear glands within your lid might be blocked or inflamed.”

Other causes could be

dietary and systemic health problems such as Sjogren’s or auto-immune disease, thyroid, diabetes or acne rosacea, for example.

An optometrist will talk to a senior about these possible contributing factors plus look at the home and work environments, diet, general health, prolonged exposure to eye irritants and even eye trauma.

Dry eye occurs when insufficient tears are produced. Those tears keep the eye lubricated.

Every time you blink a thin film of tears are swept

over the eye surface. The tears should remain intact between blinks. If your eye doesn’t produce enough tears or the tears don’t stay on the eyes long enough, this can result in the eyeball surface becoming damaged.

Crusting on eyelids Blepharitis, as it is known, is common in seniors. It is characterised by a chronic inflammation of the eyelids. The eyes will feel irritated and crusting of your eyelid and lashes can occur.

“If seniors wake up in the morning and their

DRY EYES: It happens to many people. Photo: fizkes

eyes are stuck together or itchy or have what we call sleep in the eye, that is crusting,” Ms Koh said.

This happens when the eye is unable to flush away the grit that

accumulates around the eye while we are sleeping.

Get professional advice While using over-thecounter eye drops seems a simple solution, they won’t fix the underlying problem. The eyelids may need cleaning, or blocked glands cleared by an optometrist, or there may be other health and environmental issues causing dry eyes.

It really is best to visit the optometrist in the first instance before trying any self-medication strategies.

Self-medication Some of the options

are: ■ Eye drops, gels or ointments to lubricate the surface of the eye.

■ Wash and gently massage your eyelids while in a warm shower.

■ Increase the humidity in the air at home by placing bowls of water around the room to evaporate.

■ Check with your GP if your medications have side-affects that include dry eyes.

■ Practice blinking more often, especially when in front of a computer. www.goodvisionforlife. com.au.

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Good start for a good year START the new year well by following the Australian Dietary Guidelines top four health tips for older Australians.

Be physically active and choose amounts of nutritious foods and drinks to meet your energy needs.

Older people should eat nutritious foods and keep physically active to help maintain muscle strength and a healthy weight.

the age of 2.

Limit intake of foods and drinks containing added salt.

Read labels to choose lower sodium options among similar foods.

■ Do not add salt to foods in cooking or at the table.

Limit intake of foods and drinks containing added sugars such as confectionery, sugarsweetened soft drinks and cordials, fruit drinks, vitamin waters, energy and sports drinks.

If you choose to drink alcohol, limit intake.

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■ Plenty of vegetables, including different types and colours, and legumes/beans.

■ Fruit.

■ Grain (cereal) foods, mostly wholegrain and/or high cereal fibre varieties, such as bread, cereals, rice, pasta, noodles, polenta, couscous, oats, quinoa and barley.

■ Lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds, and legumes/

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■ Milk, yoghurt, cheese and/or their alternatives, mostly reduced fat (reduced fat milks are not suitable for children under 2 years).

And drink plenty of water.

LIMIT SATURATED FAT, ADDED SALT, ADDED SUGARS AND ALCOHOL

Limit biscuits, cakes, pastries, pies, processed meats, commercial burgers, pizza, fried foods, potato chips,

crisps and other savoury snacks.

■ Replace high fat foods which contain predominantly saturated fats such as butter, cream, cooking margarine, coconut and palm oil with foods

which contain predominantly polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats such as oils, spreads, nut butters/pastes and avocado.

■ Low-fat diets are not suitable for children under

Incorrect handling of food and storing food at inappropriate temperatures are major causes of food poisoning.

Particular care should be taken when handling food to be consumed by people who have an increased risk of foodborne illness, such as pregnant women, infants, older people and people with certain medical conditions.

Seven tips to help you avoid the summer sizzle SUMMER is the time for outdoor adventures, but with the UV levels hitting extreme, it’s important to take steps to ensure the only person sporting a red coat this festive season, is Santa!

Queensland is the skin cancer capital of the world and sun protection is critical in preventing skin damage.

So, don’t risk your health from a careless moment in the sun.

Remember these seven sun protection tips from Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan and act to

reduce your risk of skin cancer.

■ First - look at the UV levels. It’s important to remember that its exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, not the temperature, that is linked to skin damage; that’s why you can get sunburnt on overcast or cool days. Track the daily UV levels where you live by using the SunSmart app (free via app stores or online via cancer.org.au/ SunSmartApp) and ensure you are using multiple methods of sun protection when the level is three or above.

■ Two - seek shade. Built, natural and portable shade are all recommended for sun protection.

Some of the sun’s UV can still reach a person in the shade via reflection off surrounding surfaces and that’s why Cancer Council Queensland always recommends people use a combination of all five sun protection methods.

■ Three - what you wear matters. Clothing, hats and sunglasses will all help protect you from the sun. The best sun protection comes from

covering up as much skin as possible, but darker clothing with a tighter fabric structure will generally offer better protection than lightly woven fabrics, stretched-out clothing, or light, pastel shades.

If you want to be sure of the level of protection offered by your outfit, look for a tag with a high ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) rating. Fabrics rated above UPF15 provide good protection, but UPF50+ is recommended.

■ Four - know your SPF. SPF stands for sun

protection factor – and it’s the measure of how much UV gets through. The higher the number, the less UV passes through.

An SPF of 30 allows one-thirtieth of 3.3 per cent of UV to reach your skin. This means it filters 96.7 per cent of UV. With an SPF of 50, 98 per cent is filtered and one-fiftieth or 2 per cent gets through. It’s also important to remember that you can’t add the numbers together. For example, SPF20 moisturiser and SPF10 foundation used together don’t equal SPF30

protection.

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GOOD SNOOZE: It's a common problem with one in three people struggling with sleeping problems.

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How to sleep deeply

Tracey Johnstone WE might need less sleep as we age, but we still need to make our sleep work well towards keeping us healthy and happy.

Getting good sleep; it’s a surprisingly common problem with one in three people struggling with sleeping problems.

So, when it comes time to put our head down each night there are some tips from medical doctor and professor of health science at RMIT Professor Marc Cohen, which we can follow to help us get the best out of sleep.

■ Aim for about seven

hours a night.

■ Set up a regular sleep pattern and avoid the stimuli that throw you out of that regular pattern.

■ Try to wake up naturally rather to the noise of an alarm. This way you are less likely to disturb your sleep cycle.

What to avoid before sleep ■ Stay away from blue light which you find with mobile phones and computers.

“Blue light is what normally happens at sunrise,” Prof Cohen says.

“It’s a stronger light and it turns off our melatonin which is a hormone which gets released when we

are asleep in the dark.”

■ Use a soft light for night toilet visits.

For anyone who turns on a light when they get up in the middle of the night to go to the toilet, their melatonin production can be affected. That means you will wake up a lot more if exposed to white light.

Prof Cohen suggests plugging in a night light which utilises an orange or red light as either one won’t affect your melatonin. These days you can even buy orange-light torches.

■ Sleep in a dark room.

Reduce the amount of light in your bedroom

throughout the night. This may mean turning down or away from where it will affect your sight during the night, the power light on the television, iphone charger, or even your clock radio.

■ Think before using prescribed sleep enhancers.

They put you to sleep, but they also change your cycle so you don’t get as much regenerative sleep.

Prof Cohen recommends you avoid these “hypnotic medications”, on a regular basis.

“Herbal medicines are much safer and more appropriate to be used as a regular sleep

enhancer,” he adds.

Try herbal relaxants The herb valerian along with hops has been used for a long time to help with sleep. However, the place and climate that a herb is grown in, and how it is processed, is important.

Not all valerian, for example, works well in sleep support medications. The Ze91019 formula has been found to be the most effective.

“It has been shown to help provide relief from getting to sleep or waking during the night, and it promotes melatonin production,” Prof Cohen says.

Try these five ways to lift your spirits THE most comprehensive report on loneliness in Australia shows that a quarter of adults are lonely for three or more days of the week. The Australian Psychological Society and Swinburne University study, also found that one in two (50.5 per cent) Australians is lonely for at least one day a week.

Gold Coast University Hospital Foundation CEO Kim Sutton, who helps people in hospital overcome distress and medical hardship, says the holidays are often the most difficult time of the year, particularly for those in the community too unwell to leave hospital.

For those finding themselves alone these holidays, Ms Sutton shares five ways to lift your spirits: 1. Take the chance to complete those things you’ve always wanted to do. Make a list of all the things you wanted to do, but never had a chance – tick off your bucket list. At least plan your time in advance so you don’t wake up at a loss on Christmas morning with nowhere to go and nothing to do.

2. Random acts of kindness. Think about volunteering your time or donating to a worthwhile cause. You will feel good and brighten other

KINDNESS MATTERS: One of the best ways of lifting your spirits can be volunteering your time. people’s holidays in turn.

3. Head to a busy social place and chat. I’ve travelled the world solo many times and often found myself facing a day,

or a meal alone. To overcome this, try heading to a relaxed, busy place such as the beachfront or a café and chatting with others.

4. Step out of your comfort zone. Those that don’t have any plans for the holidays might consider opening their house to a friend or neighbour who may also want company.

5. Know that time will heal. If you are alone and full of grief, it’s going to be a hard time. Mourning the loss of someone, or something, is made harder by the social importance placed on certain periods – particularly at this time of year. Reach out and let people know how you feel.

For more information, go to gchfoundation.org.au.

THE revitalisation of the retirement sector has taken a major step forward after the launch of a new code of conduct described as “vital for the industry”.

And retirement operators are being urged to sign up now!

The Retirement Living Code of Conduct is the product of the combined efforts of two of the sector’s peak bodies: the Retirement Living Council (which is part of the Property Council of Australia) and Leading Age Services Australia.

Both organisations represent retirement operators across Australia.

The code has been formulated on consultation with retirement operators, residents and other interested stakeholders.

It was created to operate within state and territory laws and is expected to take full effect from January 2020.

LASA CEO Sean Rooney said the code would “set standards above and beyond statutory obligations”.

“The code covers all aspects of a resident’s experience in a retirement community: from signing the contract to enter the community, their on-site experience of living in the retirement community, their decision to leave the community and then right through until the resident’s unit or apartment is re-sold,” Mr Rooney said.

“The code is vital for the industry to set high standards for the marketing, selling and operating retirement communities, to promote and protect the interests of residents, and provide a clear framework for resolving disputes should they arise.”

From January 2019, all retirement village operators will be able to subscribe to the code.

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To ensure signatories meet the code’s standards and that appropriate resources are in place to support the code’s administration, the code will operate in a transitional stage until December 31, 2019.

From January 1, 2020, residents will be able to make a complaint against a code signatory if they believe their community is not meeting the code standards.

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Yates horticulturist Angie Thomas says the blooms are also loved by other insects and birds.

Compact varieties called Buddleja Buzz grow to around 1m tall.

These are ideal for smaller gardens and also look fantastic in large pots.

Buddleja flowers can be cut for a vase display so you can bring their beautiful colour and fragrance indoors too.

Buddleja Buzz come in a range of very pretty colours.

They will grow in a sunny spot, but are also happy with morning and late afternoon shade.

Buddleja Buzz will tolerate temperatures down to 5C, but can be damaged by heavy frosts.

Angie recommends minimal pruning, though the plants will benefit from the older growth being trimmed back after flowering.

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A NEW high-tech movement monitoring system designed to allow early detection and intervention should the safety of an older person living at home be comprised is to be trialled.

The Federal Government has provided $260,000 to IT company Ericom to trial its Monitoring Data Response Solution system.

It’s an Australian innovation which enables the monitoring and tracking of an aged care recipient’s daily routine, to help prevent misadventure or the possible deterioration in their well-being.

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A person is nominated to receive notifications when the care recipient’s behaviour deviates from their regular routine. This technology could greatly improve independence and support sustainable home aged care.

Ericom will partner with residential aged care service providers to trial the system in the homes of 50 senior Australians from January to December 2019 The University of Wollongong will undertake the evaluation of this trial, with the final evaluation report to be publicly available to share the potential benefits of this technology across the aged care sector.

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RetireAustralia launches the ‘Retire Ready’ guide Alison Houston A NEW guide aimed at helping seniors and family members choose a retirement village has been launched by RetireAustralia.

Called Retire Ready, the 24-page guide provides helpful information on moving into, living in, and leaving a retirement village.

RetireAustralia chief executive Alison Quinn said Retire Ready was designed to help seniors plan their futures with confidence.

“We know making a decision about your future is an important step and we hope this guide helps you feel better informed and more confident about making your choice when the time comes,” Ms Quinn said.

“It’s important to have the facts, so we can make informed choices that set us up for the future we want.”

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Landmark ageing study

Government report gives reality check The Council on the Ageing (COTA) Queensland is calling for greater focus on older person’s health and well-being, in response to a new landmark national report launched in Canberra last month.

The State of the (Older) Nation 2018 Report is the most comprehensive national study ever undertaken to seek the views of Australians aged over 50.

COTA Queensland chief executive Mark Tucker-Evans said the report highlighted the need for older people to not only be valued but to feel valued in society.

Support systems need to be in place for those who are at risk or are vulnerable, and those people need to have adequate access to health and mental health services in Queensland.

“Whilst the report shows that a high percentage of people rated their quality of life highly, seven per cent rated their lives as mediocre citing health, financial, and negative emotional issues as the top three contributors.”

Today most Queenslanders can expect to live into their eighties and some beyond. Longer life provides the opportunity to reconsider not only what older age might be but how our whole lives might unfold.

Yet the extent of the opportunities that arise from these extra years of life will be very heavily dependent on one key

factor: health.

If people are experiencing these years in good health their ability to do things that matter to them will be little different from that of a younger person.

If these added years are dominated by decreases in physical or mental capacity the implications for older people and for society are much more negative,” Mark Tucker- Evans said.

Key findings in the report with particular relevance to Queensland were: ■ The vast majority of older Australians feel younger than their current age, with more than half feeling at least 10 years younger.

■ Women feel 12 years younger than their actual age, whereas men feel 10 years younger on average.

■ On average, those aged 80-89 feel 13 years younger than their age.

More than three quarters of survey participants (78 per cent) rated their quality of life highly, at 7 or more out of 10, including a quarter who feel particularly positive (26 per cent rated their quality of life a 9 or 10).

■ Meanwhile, just over one in five (22 per cent) rated their quality of life at the mediocre or poor end of the scale, with 7 per cent giving a low rating of just 0-4.

COTA is seeking a

IT FIGURES: Nearly 1/3 (7.9million) of Australians are aged 50+, highlighting the importance of this research in giving this group a voice. commitment from all political parties to develop a comprehensive, long-term national strategy to address the needs of older Australians – including raising rent assistance by 40 per cent; taking a whole-ofgovernment approach to budget funding; and reducing ageism, particularly age discrimination in the workplace.

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What’s in store for 2019?

Tracey Johnstone THE new year is already here, but it’s not too late to take some time to work out what you want to achieve during the year.

New year resolutions can sometimes be hard to work out, or easier just not to do. But, every new year really is a super time to look at you and around you to see if you can improve what you are doing and how you are doing it, whether its your health, diet, social interactions, physical activities learning or travel, or all

of them.

Here are just a few ideas that might help along the way of starting 2019 with a positive approach: ■ Volunteer with a local community organisation.

■ Take up a new learning experience such as joining in Tech Savvy Seniors, U3A or a local craft group.

■ Get involved in a modified seniors sport such as Masters cricket or walking netball.

■ Learn a new outdoor activity such as lawn bowls or croquet.

■ Volunteer as a presenter with the local U3A.

■ Start a small vegetable garden on your balcony or in your backyard.

■ Register as an organ donor.

■ Ring an old friend who you haven’t contacted for a very long time or write to them, and ask them how they are.

■ Start telling someone close to you, ‘I love you’, every day.

■ Review and update your retirement plan, or put one together now that you have had time to settle into retirement.

■ Live bold – happy, loudly, with joy, because we are all proud to be older Australians.

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Then another. Three planes and hundreds of passengers and crew vanish, without a trace.

Panic is widespread and the world is teetering on the brink.

Still no one claims responsibility.

Published by Allen and Unwin RRP$29.99.

NEW BOOK: Liane Moriarty doesn't disappoint in her latest novel.

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PUZZLES

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The challenge is to rearrange a crossword which has been broken into 25 sections. One letter has been given to get you started. Work out which 3x3 square fits in with that letter and write in the letters.

You can also shade the black squares if you find it helpful.

After completing the first 3x3 area, work out which square joins on to it, and continue until you have made a complete crossword.

L O P A I U R E

C H E R E E

D E S M O

V A U L A

F T B T D O

R O V C A T E

N M A L R

S U M E Y E D

E K

I

A T T S H

N U N N A I N S

D

I C

R H A R J

L K E R D

O P E A U

U N T T E

A L I R

N R D A O B B

F C O

A L L N I D G E

C R A

W A L H B

A P P P O P P

I L

Z E

S O M O R B

I

R O

A N A

I

T C H

QUICK CROSSWORD Down 1. Wide open (5) 2. Imprisoned (8) 3. Conquer (6) 4. Jump (4) 5. Weakening (7) 6. Resistance (10) 9. Unremitting (10) 12. Strategy (4,4) 14. Stripe (7) 16. Population count (6) 19. Burn (5) 20. Drill (4)

Across 1. Achieve (10) 7. Ordinary (5) 8. Run away (colloq) (7) 10. Unequal (3-5) 11. Complete (4) 13. Progressed slowly (6) 15. Border (6) 17. Thought (4) 18. Setback (8) 21. Tapers (7) 22. Tilts (5) 23. Inexperienced (10)

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6 7

8

9

10

11 12

13

14

15 16

17

18

19

20 21

22

TRIO

Can you complete these four words, using the same three-letter sequence in each?

23

SUDOKU

Fill the grid so every column, every row and 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

V E S N

F

Across: 1. Accomplish 7. Plain 8. Scarper 10. One-sided 11. Fill 13.

Inched 15. Margin 17. Idea 18. Reversal 21. Narrows 22. Leans 23.

Unseasoned.

Down: 1. Agape 2. Confined 3. Master 4. Leap 5. Sapping 6.

Opposition 9. Relentless 12. Game plan 14. Chevron 16. Census 19.

Scald 20. Bore.

QUICK CROSSWORD

UNDO

QUIZ

5 LETTERS ALLEY HALAL MIDST REMIT

1. Which political organisation was founded on 8 May 1901?

2. What word is used in international radio communications to denote the letter L? 3. Which country has the most golf courses per head of population?

4. Which river flows over the Niagara Falls?

5. The aardvark is the first animal listed in the dictionary but which is the second?

6. Which 1960s song mentions grandchildren Vera, Chuck and Dave?

7. An oologist studies what?

8. Where were the 2010 Winter Olympics held?

S A Y O T E U E S

E R R S T O A D

R E S T

M A T T

S AW TWO N E E R E M K A L T C L O H A L A U R E D L O Y L A U S O O E B B L I E

A C R N O A S I S L E M I E G T H T S

R O O T

S T A Y

QUIZ

S E R F A G A R D OM I G R E M I A C I D S H E H O N O P B U R E A N O N I D L E T O L D

8 LETTERS CAROUSEL CLOISTER DOMINEER HONOURED SOOTHSAY WORKLOAD

WORDFIT

6 LETTERS ACROSS BUREAU EIGHTS FRIGID KNOTTY OPENED

1. Australian Labor Party, 2. Lima, 3. New Zealand, 4.

Niagara River, 5. Aardwolf, 6.

“When I’m Sixty-Four”, 7. 8.

Birds’ eggs, 8. Vancouver.

4 LETTERS ACID AGAR ALAS ANON

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Solution opposite

A G A R

ARMS BAIT COAT EARS ECHO ERRS HULA IDLE LOBE MATT MIEN NAIL PLOY RASH REST ROLL ROOT ROTA SERF STAY STEM SUES TOAD TOLD TOTE

TRIO: SOR

Fit the words into the grid to create a finished crossword

3 LETTERS ATE AWE EBB EGO GEM LEG LIE MET NET OBI ORE RAM SAD SAW SHE SOU TWO YES

SUDOKU

WORDFIT

ALPHAGRAMS

Good 15 Very Good 21 Excellent 25+

SURGE, TENNIS, UNNAMED, VILIFIED, WONDERFUL.

B A

L S U M Z E E Y E D R I I O D I C L T B A L L N I D O D G E N E R M A L E R T L I C K E R H D

610

O V A C I T E R O C P E R U A S O F T R B C T H E E A T E T K S H

TODAY

D

O R

URGES SENT IN MUNDANE IF I LIVED LOW REFUND

A P P R P O P P A L O P A I U R E A D E S M M O O V U A N U L A T N R D A O B B I

Y D

G U

How many words of four letters or more can you make? Each letter must be used only once and all words must contain the centre letter.

There is at least one nine-letter word.

No words starting with a capital are allowed, no plurals ending in s unless the word is also a verb, e.g. he burns with anger.

R H A R J W A L H B F A C N O A N U N N A I N S V E S N

WORD GO ROUND

WORD GO ROUND

Solve the anagrams. Each solution is a one-word anagram of the letters beside it, and the five solutions are sequential. For example, if the five-letter solution starts with J, the six-letter solution starts with K, and so on.

baddy bard baud board body BODYGUARD brad broad buddy byroad dado daub dodgy dory dour drab drag dray drub drug dryad dyad gaud gaudy goad gourd grad guard road rudd ruddy yard

ALPHAGRAMS

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BRISBANE

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