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Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor HAPPY New Year, friends. Welcome to our first 2020 edition, which is packed with national and local stories, ideas and pictures that I’m sure will lead to great conversations. Our journos, Tracey Johnstone and Alison Houston, have produced interesting features, including the creatively reborn Marty Rhone and our annual feature on each state’s Senior Australian of the Year nominee; and, finally, the changing face of the country’s nursing homes. The commonality in these topics is their aim to push boundaries to provide conditions for us to live happier, healthier, more meaningful lives. Happiness means different things to different people and this week I came across some quotes that prove the point. A blog I follow, “Brain Pickings’’ by Maria Popova, noted David
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Bowie’s answer to what made him happy, “Reading’’ was his simple answer. International anthropologist and chimpanzee researcher Dr Jane Goodall said: “Sitting by myself in the forest in Gombe National Park watching one of the chimpanzee mothers with her family.’’ For me, it was the answer from French novelist Proust that deeply resonated. “To live in contact with those I love, with the beauties of nature, with a quantity of books and music, and to have, within easy distance, a French theatre.” As we go into the new year, I recognise the amazing work of our firies and the suffering of those who have lost homes. Here’s wishing you loads of happiness for 2020.
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GOLD Coast Amateur Radio Society clocks up its 50th year in 2020 and members are keen to share the fun of being able to talk to anyone anywhere in the world. That might not seem such a huge feat in today’s hi-tech world but “ham radio” buff John Oestergaard, who has been involved in the hobby for 60 years, said amateur radio had survived and embraced many of those technological changes, while remaining true to its classic wireless heritage. John combines internet and radio to speak to his former countrymen in Denmark, but said part of the fun could be just turning the knob to see who you make contact with on the other end. In fact, amateur radio,
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Mid ‘70s pop Marty Rhone finds it all a bit surreal Alison Houston
SHOWBIZ VETERAN: Marty Rhone had top-10 hits in 1975 and '77 with Denim and Lace and Mean Pair of Jeans. Picture: Contributed
IF YOU or your kids were growing up in the mid1970s, you will remember the name Marty Rhone. But no one, least of all Marty, could have foreseen you would be hearing so much about him in 2020. The voice of pop charttoppers Denim and Lace (1975) and Mean Pair of Jeans (1977) has just notched three No.1s on the Australian Country Music charts, released his first album in decades and is about to tour. His acting career, which in the ’70s included Number 96 and Class of ’75, has also taken off again. Since 2016 he has had a string of guest roles on popular Australian and American TV series, and has completed a number of short films that are making
Peeters approached him with the song Graceland on the Line to mark the 40th anniversary of Elvis’s death. An Elvis fan since he was eight, Marty loved the song as soon as he heard it and, 40 years on from his last single, Marty Rhone had a new worldwide release. It hit No.1 on the world independent country music and Australian charts and caught the ear of renowned US producer David J Holman, who offered him a record deal with Cactus Studios. The only catch was he had to write or co-write some of the songs. “I hadn’t written in decades, let alone written a country song,” Marty said, so he called in more familiar names, Garth Porter (Sherbet) and country stars Rod McCormack and Gina Jeffreys. Together they created We
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Had a Good Thing Going and Jealous of the Sky respectively, both of which topped the Australian Country Music Single Charts. The album Jealous of the Sky was released early last month. “Things go in circles in this industry, and you just have to hope things keep turning,” Marty said of his renewed success, although he admits it does get harder as you get older. “It’s very challenging for people in their ‘senior years’ to make yourself relevant to the world at large.
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“There are so many instances of people wanting to write you off. “You are fighting a system that believes you have a useby date.” He believes everyone, regardless of age, should be defined by who they are,
their abilities and what they have achieved. “If you keep focusing on someone’s age, as we do in Australia, you are putting a time limit on them.” And while it is perhaps a little more physically challenging to keep up the
pace required, Marty said he had kept in good shape and never been afraid of hard work. “I wasn’t an overnight success,” he said of his seeming catapult to fame when Denim and Lace was released simultaneously,
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showing on Reg Grundy’s hit Class of ’75 and Molly Meldrum’s Countdown. “I had already been around quite a few years and released a number of songs that didn’t set the world on fire.” Marty supported the
Rolling Stones at 17. Also on his resume are appearances with John Denver, Christopher Cross and the Bee Gees, as well as four years on London’s West End stage with Yul Brynner in The King and I from 1979. But his first song on TV was Cliff Richard’s Bachelor Boy at just 13, and it is Sir Cliff and I, featuring a combination of his own and Cliff Richard’s best music, that Marty is touring Australian capitals with in May-July, including Sydney’s State Theatre on May 22 and Brisbane’s QPAC on May 28. It has been eight years since his last tour, and staged by the people behind the mega-production Elvis: King of the World, he said the coming one would be the most spectacular he had ever done. For more, go to martyrhonemusic.com and for a Countdown flashback, head to https://www.you tube.com/watch? v=BagIaF6HFeg.
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U3A group plans change Members of Twin Towns group to vote on new name Alison Houston THE future looks bright for U3A Twin Towns with new classes to offer its growing membership in 2020 and a name change to better reflect the area it serves. Publicity officer Liz Briggs said members would be asked to vote on three possible names centred on the Tugun-based branch serving the Southern Gold Coast, with classes held from Tweed Heads to Palm Beach. U3A Twin Towns is one of 34 branches of the organisation spread across Queensland, with the Coast also home to U3A Gold Coast Inc Southport, U3A Broadbeach and U3A North Gold Coast at Labrador, but it has no relation to the Twin Towns Services Club, which has caused confusion in the past. All U3As offer classes and activities for over-55s, run by members willing to share their knowledge with others. While U3A Twin Towns is not the biggest branch, with a membership of about 350 and 58 courses on offer, Liz said, “we punch well above our weight”. Classes extend from four to eight weeks to full-year courses, with subjects covering everything from exercise and health to the arts, history, languages, games and technology.
GOOD TIMES: Laughing it up at U3A Twin Towns is the Laughter Yoga group, one of 58 classes and courses on offer in 2020.
“We have a really diverse range of courses, and we are unique in that once you are a member, it can cost as little as $10 for a course that runs across the entire year,” Liz said. Membership itself reduces with loyalty, with new members paying $120, while renewals are $90 and members of more than 10 years pay $70 annually. Course fees are generally $10, regardless of the course’s duration, or $5 per session for visitors.
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New courses for the coming year include an introduction to logic called Thinking about Thinking, Latin Dance Fitness, Leap into Literature, Preventing Dementia, and Stitchery and Quilting. Other subjects of interest include Historical Women, which studies women across different fields from science to crime, Demystifying Cryptic Crosswords and Australian History with a twist, as tutor Karen KnightMudie uses the “social
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from 9am-12pm on Thursday, January 16 and Wednesday, January 22, with classes starting Monday, February 3. Tutors will be on hand on enrolment days to talk you through their topics and answer any questions. A promotion is also being held at The Pines, Elanora, from January 28-31. The U3A Twin Towns office is at 4 Boyd St, Tugun, but check class schedules for venues, and remember that during daylight saving, NSW
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Bridge builds social links Benefits of game likened to workout for the brain Alison Houston PLAYING a session of bridge is like a good gym workout for your brain. It’s a great description from Gold Coast Bridge Club president Julie Wicks, who became hooked on the game after she and husband Jeff took bridge classes while on a cruise six years ago. The fact two of America’s smartest and richest men, Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, are both accomplished bridge players would seem to lend support to her comments. Studies, including by Scotland’s University of Stirling, which refers to bridge as “a mind sport”, have shown that people who play have higher levels of wellbeing. It is believed the game promotes focus and clear thinking, helps alleviate stress, boosts self-esteem, cognitive and social skills, potentially helping to ward off dementia. A University of California Berkeley study even found that playing bridge increased the level of T cells in the blood, raising immunity. Not bad for a game dating back to the 17th century which non-players find hard to grasp – there are four players in teams of two (who aren’t allowed to speak to each other), who place bets
MIND SPORT: Enjoying a session of bridge at Gold Coast Bridge Club are Lee Lethbridge, front left, Victoria Cairns, Dorothy Meier and Georgina Sievers.
based on the suits of a deck of cards, right? Julie said it was the game’s intricacies, strategies and problem-solving challenges that kept it interesting. Even after six years, she said she and Jeff were “still very much novices”, and happy to accept that as they currently sat at about 70 points, they were unlikely to ever make the 1000-point title of Grand Master.
“There are multiple layers – it’s like peeling an onion, there’s always something more, but the key is to develop good communication with your partner, that’s critical,” Julie said. And the combination of cards and socialising – with drinks and nibbles after play on Friday and Saturday afternoons and celebrations to mark public holidays and events like State of Origin –
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knowledge with which to start playing. Help to Play sessions are also held regularly for players of all standards who need support or a refresher. The club is at 2883 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise and has sessions six days a week and two nights a week. To find out more, go to goldcoastbridgeclub.com or phone the club on 07 5538 2905.
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65 who have significant disabilities. “Those of us who have had our disabilities in younger years will be joined by our friends who acquire disabilities as the years pass. “With an ageing
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demographic, our numbers will grow. In 2020 as a finalist for Senior Australian of the Year I will be urging governments to take a closer look at understanding the intersection of disability and ageing.”
BANDUK Marika (AO), NT, 65 ARTIST, cultural activist and environmental adviser, Marika is known for her exquisite prints of ancestral creation stories on lino, her original medium of choice. Banduk and her sisters are among the first Yolngu women whose male relatives have encouraged them to paint ancestral creation stories. Marika is also a cultural activist and environmental adviser and has appeared as a speaker at national and international conferences. “There are so many issues in communities, including climate change, which is changing the face of the environment. You can see it happening in front of you. I would love to have a round table with people who are
GREEN THEME: Artist Banduk Marika.
caring enough to talk about what possibilities we have and what measures we have that will delay the environmental changes. “What about having an emu parade around your community, picking up
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DR Graeme Stevenson, TAS, 74 A LANDCARE activist and longstanding volunteer for Landcare Tasmania, Graeme has been promoting healthy soils in Tasmania for more than 30 years. He has initiated and managed projects along the coastline, including willow removal, riverside fencing and managing soil slippage. Graeme works with farmers as a soil assessor and agronomy consultant and has written a number of books showcasing his expertise. He also presents his soil knowledge to schoolchildren as an alter ego, known as Dr Spluttergrunt.
SUE Lennox, NSW, 67 Sue is an environmental educator and social enterprise founder. As a teacher, she was concerned about young people’s anxiety and despair about the future of the planet. She co-founded the award-winning social enterprise OzGREEN (Global Rivers Environmental Education Network Australia Inc), which teaches young people how to take positive environmental action through education, participatory leadership and community development. OzGREEN has developed sustainability programs in 1600 locations across
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motivated by selfless service to communities Tackling men’s unhealthy mindset PETER Dornan (AM), QLD, 76 Following a prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment, and after experiencing depression, incontinence and other side effects, sports medicine physiotherapist Peter Dornan (AM) put an ad in a newspaper, inviting fellow patients to meet. Since then, he has supported men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Peter’s commitment to helping men share experiences and seek support has helped create a culture change in the treatment management for men with the disease. Receiving a grant to research incontinence – a common consequence in men after prostate cancer treatment – he designed a
CULTURAL CRUSADE: Men’s health activist Peter Dornan. Picture: Contributed
successful program to treat the condition and published a book used by Australian prostate cancer support
groups. “My central quest is to change male culture in relation to their health’” he said. “I want to remove their mantle of machoism. Part of the answer can be found by realising, historically, going back 200,000 years to the hunter-gathers, the first homosapiens, society needs have dictated men fulfil three main roles: the three Ps – that is, provider, protector and procreator. “We delegated our women to look after our health. So, are men held captive by their manhood, isolated from emotion, vulnerability and their greater humanity? In reality, these emotions have become unnaturally suppressed. We have to change now – to cut through the nonsense.’’
Making inroads in curbing fatalities for drivers DR Raymond Shuey (APM), vic, 74. A former police officer and assistant commissioner for traffic and operations, Ray’s signature achievement during his career was Project Beacon, which trains police in operational safety when responding to mental health and critical incidents. With road safety partners, Ray developed initiatives to increase enforcement and education programs, resulting in a massive reduction in the Victorian road toll. He contributed to WHO good-practice literature and has authored many road safety publications, providing knowledge and
SAFETY: Raymond Shuey.
inspiration for others. “The consequences of road trauma on the community, nationally and personally, are horrendous. “My work, life experience and knowledge identify road
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Sylvia always willing to answer call SYLVIA McMillan, SA, 90 Sylvia McMillan has dedicated her life to being of service to her community. The 90-year-old has been a force of good to everyone around her and shows no signs of stopping. She is still the chairwoman for her local branch of Legacy, the organisation that provides services to families of deceased defence force members. In between her volunteer activities, she regularly attends the gym and does water aerobics with a group at the local Parks Community Centre. “I want people to get involved, to share the enjoyment of doing things for other people, to help other people,” Sylvia said. “I plan to keep doing what
DYNAMO: Sylvia McMillan has dedicated many years to her community, including her local Legacy branch. Picture: Contributed
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Obstetrics work a world benchmark PROFESSOR John Newnham (AM), WA, 67 A professor of obstetrics, John has been instrumental in making Western Australia an international hotspot for research and clinical excellence in pregnancy and life before birth. He founded and led the pioneering Raine Study, the world’s first and most enduring pregnancy-focused lifetime cohort project. John has been described by the world’s leading scientific journal as an intellectual leader of modern obstetrics who has changed the practice of medicine and the lives of women and infants.
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VARIETY AND COLOUR: A Valentine's Evening at The Proms Spectacular at HOTA is a salute to the famous BBC Proms Concerts of London's Royal Albert Hall. Picture: Contributed
Markets, every Friday and Saturday from 5-9pm, is a cheap, easy night out for all ages. There are all the usual market stalls plus more than 30 cafes, food tents and bars, 36-hole mini-golf, kids’ rides plus bands and buskers. Entry is $3 at the door, which gives you a $4 voucher to use inside the markets. And on the first Saturday of each month, car enthusiasts are welcomed with the Cool, Custom & Classic Car Nights. Next car
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AUSTRALIA DAY THE City of Gold Coast Australia Day Celebrations on January 26 are at Broadwater Parklands, Southport. It is a free event from 4-8pm with a fireworks display at 7.45pm. There will be heaps of food vendors to choose from, local talent on the main stage and activities galore for the grandkids. The event will support Aussie Farmers.
NIGHT AT PROMS A VALENTINE’S Evening at The Proms Spectacular is a salute to the famous BBC Proms Concerts of London’s Royal Albert Hall, which are full of variety and colour. Join violinist Ian Cooper with opera stars, prima ballerinas, pipe band, can-can dancers and the Blue Danube Orchestra. It’s all at HOTA on Friday, February 14. Adult tickets are $79. Phone 5491 4240 or book online at hota.com.au.
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Generations connected Tracey Johnstone THE Office of eSafety is reaching out to high school students to assist in increasing digital literacy for older Australians and building intergenerational relationships. The Be Connected Young Mentors Program has just finished being trialled across Australia. The official launch of the free program is set for late March. For eSafety project manager Jill McNaught, being connected doesn’t just mean helping seniors to go online and do it safely. It is also about benefiting student skills in leadership and community connection, and “breaking down the stereotypes on both sides of the generational gap”. The Young Mentors program is based on research that indicated seniors want one-on-one support with learning based on what the seniors identify
they want to learn rather than what is prescribed through a structured learning process. “The young mentors meet the seniors where they are at in their learning journey and work from there,” Ms McNaught said. The student mentors are given three hours of training, which covers mentoring skills, how to mentor an older person, the barriers that may need to be overcome, the safety and boundaries of the relationship, the benefits of mentoring for both cohorts and learning about the Be Connected learning resources. Most of the pilot groups ran four to six weeks of mentoring sessions. NSW pilot project member Manly Computer Pals chose to partner with 20 Year 9 students from several northern beaches schools that were involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
NET PROFITS: Sydney’s Manly Computer Pals members with northern beaches students who took part in the Be Connected trial program helping older Australians to improve their digital literacy. Picture: Contributed
“For the Bronze Award they need to complete 13 weeks of community service,” Ms McNaught said. The students received three hours of training and then did 10 weeks of mentoring. President Judy Elias said
the club ran its pilot in its clubroom. The students were then paired by Manly Computer Pals with 20 seniors who brought in their own android or Apple devices. They met the mentors for one-hour sessions to
address their individual needs. “Their questions were whatever they had difficulty with on their own devices,” Ms Elias said. “The Year 9 students tried very hard to answer those questions. “If they couldn’t answer
them, the students would do some research and answer the questions the following week. “The seniors benefited because they learnt on the job from kids that use their devices all the time, so they felt as though they were in today’s world.” Ms Elias said both the seniors and the students enjoyed working on the project. “The kids were enthralled with talking to the seniors about life skills generally, not just digital skills,” she said. “Socially, it was amazing.’’ She also noticed new connections being made between the participating seniors. As a result of the success of the pilot project, the club plans to offer the course for more seniors in April. For more information or to register an organisation’s interest in participating, go to esafety.gov.au/seniors/ be-connected-youngmentors.
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SOUTHPORT SENIOR CITIZENS WE welcome all over 50s to our activities, which include: line dancing, new vogue dancing, Scottish, square and tap dancing, tai chi and light exercise. For all activity times, head online to southportseniorcitizens.com or phone Annette on 5537 1377. Membership is $8 a year, with each activity costing a low $3. We celebrate Christmas twice a year and organise other social functions throughout the year. Our club motto is “finding friends, fun and fitness” – if you are interested in these three things, please come along and join us. We are a very active and friendly club. A new upward beginner line-dance class starts on Wednesday, January 22, from 6.30-8.30pm. For more details, phone Gaye on 0419 772 841 or Pamia on 0439 718 674. You can find as at 2 Whitby St, Southport. Parking is available in Owen Park, right behind our lovely airconditioned hall. Our hall will be opening on January 14.
SIP N SUP CLUB WE meet each fortnight at great restaurants around the Gold Coast. All men welcome for beer, wine and food. We critique restaurants and have guest speakers but most of all we have a lot of fun. Generally Thursday afternoons but some evening events. There are 23 meetings a year. More info at Facebook, search for @sipnsupgc or phone Michel on 0412 757 535 or email michel_44@bigpond.com.
OVER 50S GROUP EXERCISE GROUP fitness classes to improve fitness, strength and balance. Suitable for
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U3A BROADBEACH UNIVERSITY of the Third Age welcomes new members who are over 50 and looking to continue their learning in a fun and social group setting. Take a look at our website, U3ABroad beach.com, to get a flavour of our broad range of courses, activities and excursions and advice on how to join us. Our activities are centred on Merrimac State High School and opportunities include ukulele, languages, history and memoirs, mahjong, yoga, art, choral singing, card playing, walking, armchair travel, discussion group, lunches and outings. We are also always delighted to have volunteers to tutor new courses.
BLUE CARE GRIEF AND LOSS PROGRAM HAVE you experienced the loss of a loved one? Blue Care offers a free, structured program of two hours a week over eight weeks within a safe and secure small-group setting. The aim of the program is to: provide information on the grieving process; offer practical advice; provide emotional and social support in a group setting; and provide effective coping skills. Elanora on Mondays from 9.30-11.30am – Group 1: February 3 to March 21. Coomera on Tuesdays from 9.30-11.30am – Group 1: February 4 to March 24. For inquires and future dates, phone 5525 5439.
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DEDICATED: Burleigh Heads Ladies Probus Committee and Ambassadors provided ongoing support to their club throughout 2019. Picture: Contributed
VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women Coolangatta Tweed WE are proud to announce that they will be holding a celebration of International Women’s Day 2020 at the South Tweed Sports Club on Monday, March 9, from 10am (DST) for morning tea. An excellent program of influential and inspiring women is guaranteed and will include Linda Robertson, stem cell therapist who is studying the potential of stem cells for the treatment of incurable neurological diseases. Natalie Trengrove, a veteran of children’s theatre, actor, director and writer with the Tweed Theatre Company since its inception. will also attend. A Learning for Life student currently receiving sponsorship through VIEW Clubs of Australia will also speak. The event will be compered by Maggie-Anne Leybourne of BAM
Corporate Events, a highly regarded events organiser and dedicated supporter of VIEW Clubs of Australia. Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the program and a trading table will be available. Cost is $16. Bookings can be made up to March 2 and further information is available by phoning Janice Monk on 07 5524 5707. Coolangatta Tweed VIEW Club looks forward to welcoming women from all walks of life to this important event. Surfers Paradise OUR club supports The Smith Family plus nine Learning For Life students. We hold our meetings and lunch on the second Tuesday of each month at the Southport Golf Club, meeting at 11.30am for lunch at noon. Always with an interesting guest speaker. New members and visitors are most welcome. For an opportunity to meet new friends and join in our
social activities and really enjoyable outings, phone Nancy Uren on 0412 639 574 or 07 5592 6730.
PROBUS Burleigh Heads Ladies OUR club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at Burleigh Heads Surf Lifesaving Club. Morning tea is enjoyed at 10am, followed by a meeting at 10.30am, which includes an interesting speaker. Lunch can be ordered. A coach trip or social activity is held on the fourth Wednesday. Visitors welcome. Phone Helga on 07 5520 2426 or Jennifer on 0402 860 650. Sorrento OUR members celebrated Christmas at Voco Hotel, Surfers Paradise, with a sumptuous three-course luncheon. Beautifully decorated tables welcomed our large group, with Voco staff greeting us warmly. Christmas crackers, smiles and a delicious luncheon
with special drinks was the order of the day. We are a growing mixed club undertaking many interesting social activities. We meet every second Thursday at 10am at the Southport Bowls Club. Come join us for morning teas, lunches and outings and hear great speakers. Phone Cate on 07 5539 6240. Varsity Lakes WE finished a great year of activities with a wellattended Christmas lunch at Palmer Golf Club. Members dressed up for Christmas and we had a three- piece band and singer to entertain us and sing Christmas carols. During the year, members enjoyed bus trips, outings, dine-outs and excellent guest speakers, social interaction, fun and friendship. We meet on the third Wednesday of the month at Robina Community centre, San Antonio Dr, Robina, at 9.30am. For more, phone Geoff on 0409 637 066.
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Add magical Mykonos to bucket list Make 2020 the year to enjoy everything on offer FROM its whitewashed buildings, cobbled streets, world-famous sunsets, delicious seafood and lively local tavernas, not to mention luxurious boutique accommodation, glamorous beach clubs and genuine Greek hospitality – there’s a raft of reasons to tick Mykonos – and the Myconian Collection – off your travel bucket list in 2020. Here are 10 reasons why you should treat yourself to a taste of Mykonos: 1. Getting there is easy Thanks to new direct flights from Sydney to Mykonos (via Doha) with Qatar Airways, Australian travellers can now start their Greek getaway in record time. Trade the Australian winter for a gorgeous Greek summer between June and August; or visit during May or September to “live like a local” and avoid the crowds. 2. Food, glorious (Greek) food Food is a serious business at the Myconian Collection Hotels & Resorts. Blending the skills of internationally trained executive chefs with fresh ingredients sourced exclusively for the hotels
through time-honoured ties with farmers and fishermen nurtured by the hotel group’s founding family, the Daktylides. The farm-to-table philosophy is alive and well in Mykonos. The Myconian Collection chefs are committed to encouraging guests to experience authentic Mykonos through its cuisine, including lamb and pork hand-reared on Daktylides family land, locally-grown herbs and vegetables, and the island’s best octopus, caught just for the Myconian Collection by one of the island’s most iconic fisherman. There are more than a dozen distinctive restaurants across the Myconian Collection portfolio of boutique hotels, many boasting spectacular ocean views. Must-visit restaurants for your 2020 bucket list include: Cabbanes at the Myconian Villa Collection; Panorama at Myconian Avaton; and Pavilion - Relais & Chateaux at the Myconian Utopia. 3. Explore ancient history Offering a fascinating contrast to Mykonos’s
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cosmopolitan vibe, the nearby island of Delos – feted as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis – was once at the heart of ancient Greek life as a hub for religious pilgrims, trade and multiculturalism. These days, Delos is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to intriguing ruins that are a must-see when staying on Mykonos. Myconian Collection guests can join a day trip to Delos aboard a private yacht to explore the island’s statues, preserved houses and temples – all with the expert insights of an experienced tour guide. 4. Experience laidback luxury Mykonos has become a magnet for cosmopolitan travellers who flock to enjoy the island’s unique brand of laidback luxury. Having evolved from its “partyisland” past, today Mykonos attracts couples, families and groups of friends lured by the island’s blissful beaches, crystal-clear waters, stunning sunsets, unique Greek hospitality, delectable dining and new breed of boutique hotel accommodation – such as
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BETTER BY DESIGN: Boutique hotels for those who like to be closer to the action include Myconian Kyma, a member of Design Hotels. Picture: Contributed
the gorgeous guest-house style villas at the Myconian Villa Collection. 5. Hit the beach From a privileged position above Elia Beach on the southern coastline of worldfamous Mykonos reside five Myconian Collection properties: Myconian Utopia Resort Relais & Châteaux; Myconian Avaton Resort a member of Design Hotels; Myconian Villa Collection, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Legend Collection; Myconian Imperial Resort and Royal Myconian Resort, both eminent members of the Leading Hotels of the World. Guests can enjoy access to a pristine, private stretch of beach complete with bar service for snacks and creative cocktails – all served to your sunbed. 6. Join the jet-set South of Elia Beach live like the rich and famous on Mykonos’s stunning south coast, home to a chic, cosmopolitan crowd, luxury yachts galore, fabulous fivestar dining and perfect people-watching on the famous beaches of Psarou and Scorpios. Stay at the Myconian Ambassador Relais & Châteaux for panoramic views and easy access to the best-known beaches.
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7. Get lost in the laneways of Mykonos Town The labyrinth-like cobbled streets of Mykonos Town are made for getting lost. Designed to be chaotic in order to confuse pillaging pirates, it’s easy to lose a day or two meandering through boutiques, discovering tiny churches, lingering at local cafes, dining at traditional tavernas, exploring Little Venice, and watching the fishing boats come and go at Alefkandra harbour. Boutique hotels for those who like to be closer to the action include: Myconian Kyma, a member of Design Hotels; Myconian Naia Luxury Suites, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, LXV Collection and the Myconian Korali Relais & Châteaux.
8. Genuine Greek hospitality Authentic Greek hospitality is at the heart of the Myconian Collection, where guests are often personally welcomed by members of the founding Daktylides family in a tradition which began with the family’s first hotel back in 1979. Staff at the Myconian Collection’s nine boutique properties provide warm, discreet, attentive service and take the time to discover your preferences and personal experiences. 9. Sensational sunsets It’s little wonder guests flock to the water’s edge to experience the stunning sunsets, and the Myconian Avaton enjoys a prime SEGE01Z01MA - V1
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The labyrinth-like cobbled streets of Mykonos Town are made for getting lost.
position. The hotel’s two-tier infinity pool lights up when the sun goes down, creating
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SPOIL YOURSELF: The Plush Deluxe room at The Hideaway Cabarita Beach is more like a bohemian boudoir.
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Camping was never so good Shirley Sinclair THE wow factor hits the moment we hear that familiar unzipping sound, then peel back the wide cream flaps and step inside. This is certainly not the camping I know. This is luxe glamping. We have arrived at The Hideaway Cabarita Beach. Our Plush Deluxe room (it could never be classified as a “tent”) is more like a bohemian boudoir. And there’s more space than most hotel rooms we’ve stayed in. A quick glance reveals a king-size bed, bamboo/ rattan/cane styling in occasional furniture pieces and a huge funky circular
floor rug. We try to take it all in: the comfy pillows, designer cushions, lounge, director’s chairs with casual table, lamps on bedside tables, mini-fridge with glass bottle of water, and towel rack with fluffy towels. Outside on the grassy front lawn is a rustic scene we’ve already earmarked for sunset drinks: two squatter chairs beside a sturdy beach umbrella and “stump” table. We found everything laid out before us on a guided tour of the pet-free and smoke-free resort. There’s not even a set of keys to lose: just walk away (an on-site manager keeps an eye on things during the day and a security guard patrols the resort at night for
The view from Cabarita Beach Surf Life Saving Club’s veranda.
your peace of mind). And if you’re staying longer than three nights, the room will be serviced every fourth day. New owners Cath and Adam Smith, born-and-bred Tweed region locals, wanted to create something special they could be proud of that was in keeping with the casual beachside lifestyle and draw people from all over Australia – if not the world – for a no-fuss, restful holiday or mini-break. The Hideaway Cabarita Beach idea is all about helping guests relax, recharge and rejuvenate. It’s small-scale: capped by the owners at 23 rooms, catering for a maximum of 58 guests on the 4000sq m (one-acre) site. The rooms come in three sizes: the 6m Plush Deluxe includes a king-size bed; the 6m Bigger/Family Suites have a queen-size bed and a single bed either side; and the 5m Classic has a queensize bed (the mattresses are made by the company that produces the much-lauded Koala beds – firm but oh-so comfortable, and quality linen is supplied). They offer everything to love about camping (fresh air, sounds of nature, open spaces, night skies, relaxed
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living and the novelty of sleeping under canvas) but minimise everything to hate about camping (too uncomfortable, too noisy, too many people, no privacy, too far away from the action, too dirty, too much equipment to pack and lug in then repack and take home). In fact, The Hideaway is more like a hotel in the great outdoors than an old-style campground, in an idyllic beachside community. There’s plenty of living space within and surrounding the bell
structures, which are akin to traditional Himalayan and Mongolian homes and feel like you’re sleeping under a circus Big Top. The waterproof cotton canvas is highly soundproof. Repurposed shipping containers have created a reception area, wellmaintained toilets and toilet/ showers and laundry, as well as a barbecue/bar area and a kitchen/dining/chill-out zone with children’s play area. The communal areas – especially the long dining tables, lounge, barbecue,
fire pit and picnic tables – as well as twinkling lights overhead all add to the fun holiday atmosphere. The owners encourage guests to “enjoy Cabarita” and all the restaurants, cafes and businesses providing meals, snacks, drinks, takeaways and supplies. What else could you want for a hassle-free break in your own little sanctuary, but still with the joys only camping can offer? — The writer was a guest of The Hideaway Cabarita Beach. SEGE01Z01MA - V1
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Keppel’s an island paradise Wind down in low-key style Kerry Heaney IT LOOKS like a swim-up infinity pool at a luxury resort, but there’s no entry fee and everyone is welcome to swim, barbecue or relax under the tropical foliage. On the beachfront in the foreshore precinct, the oversized Yeppoon Lagoon is loved by locals and has visitors sideswiped by its style. I’ll take a lounger overlooking the Keppel Islands here any day. Battered by Cyclone Marcia in 2015 and bushfires in 2018, Yeppoon has bounced back, capitalising on the area’s natural beauty. There’s gourmet dining, a range of water-view accommodation and play parks that invite family picnics followed by beach cricket. This is like the seaside you used to know before coastal centres meant high-rise developments that block the sun on the sand, and more time in traffic jams than surfing. It is the sort of place where relaxation comes with a proper intake of a sea breeze. I took a 30-minute drive from Rockhampton City to V1 - SEGE01Z01MA
Yeppoon,stopping at Emu Park to see the awardwinning Centenary of Anzac Memorial Walk. It tells moving stories about Gallipoli, the Anzac legend, the Somme and other extraordinary war campaigns, highlighted by silhouettes of soldiers and horses overlooking the shoreline. Public art is a constant throughout Emu Park and Yeppoon, so look out for street art in carparks, laneways, surf lifesaving clubs and roadside walls. Wreck Point Lookout is another scenic stop, providing 380-degree views of Keppel Bay and the Capricorn Coast and a walking trail down to the rocky point. There are more headland views at Rosslyn Bay Resort, which overlooks Kemp Beach. Surrounded by harbour, hinterland and headland, the resort is also home to Beaches Restaurant, which serves owner Ross O’Reilly’s locally grown organic produce from the High Valley Dawn permaculture farm. Before you jump on the ferry to Great Keppel Island at Keppel Bay Marina, enjoy
a meal at award-winning restaurant The Waterline. The beef here comes from the owner’s central Queensland cattle properties. For breakfast try the Cowboys Benedict with Banana Station rib fillet, smoked belly bacon and a poached egg with blackbean tomato salsa. Now that will set you up for the day! If you are wearing shoes, you are definitely overdressed at Great Keppel Island Hideaway. Even thongs are optional at this low-key island paradise. It doesn’t have and doesn’t need a pool or spa because you’ll be spending your time on the beach or in the water. Instead, I hitched a boat ride to an isolated beach on a tropical island. Floating in the crystalclear water watching the clouds float by, it is easy to imagine life as Robinson Crusoe on Great Keppel Island. A joy flight with Rockhampton Helicopters will show you the island, and the coastline has many more beautiful spots to explore. Find out more from capricornholidays.com.au. – The writer visited as a guest of Capricorn Enterprise.
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10 reasons to love Lake Macquarie HOME to the largest coastal saltwater lake in the southern hemisphere and with more than 30 kilometres of pristine coastline, Lake Macquarie is one of the east coast’s hidden treasures. Just 90 minutes north of Sydney, it offers something for everyone, whether you’re an outdoorsy type, history buff or simply seeking relaxation. And with the new year here, what better reason to
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Belmont Baths is the perfect spot for lazy laps or a swim during a sunny weekend. The baths boast a new jetty, a netted swimming area, a new amenities block and change rooms.
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Creative LAKE sculpture trail contains several unique artworks including a bronze sky pig, a young monk, a dinghy and a granite hibiscus. Each of the artworks can be discovered in popular foreshores.
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Redhead Beach is renowned for its red, rocky headland, iconic shark tower and timber boardwalk. This
pretty beach features Cargo Espresso Bar.
9. FLOAT YOUR BOAT Every June, dozens of boats light up the night skies and calm waters of Lake Macquarie during Float Your Boat – an event where boat owners are encouraged to decorate their vessels in lights and take part in a parade around the lake.
10. WARNERS BAY
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ARE you looking for a sea change? Have your children flown the coop? Is it time to downsize? Do you want to live a relaxed lifestyle? If you answered yes to any of those questions then you need to start putting your thoughts into action. Pick from the plan and be there to watch your new home arrive. Nambucca River Tourist Park is a wellsituated over-55s lifestyle village. Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Bowraville and Scotts Head are all conveniently close to the park. Within only 45 minutes of Coffs Harbour and an hour’s drive from Port Macquarie, you will find the park midway between Sydney
and Brisbane, just off the Pacific Highway on the legendary Pacific Coast touring route. With the shopping plaza, cinema and medical centre all next door, the river/ocean across the road and clubs, pubs, restaurants and cafes all within walking distance, there is nothing lacking to ensure your comfort and wellbeing. The friendly operators of the park will be only too happy to help you every step of the way until you are sitting on your veranda enjoying the sun with your dog at your feet. Phone (02) 6568 6647 or (02) 6568 1850, or email office@riverpark.com.au to ask any questions. Nambucca River Tourist Park is at 143 Nursery Rd, Macksville.
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PAWS project focuses on pet topic as new way to provide care Tracey Johnstone A UNIQUE Commonwealth Home Support Program, offering pet assistance and social inclusion in-home care, is being trialled in Canberra by Northside Community Services. Funded under the CHSP’s Innovation Funding with a grant of $168,000, the inhome support Pet Assistance and Wellbeing (PAWS) program uses pets, volunteers and people over 65 to create community connections. The beneficiaries of the program won’t only be the pets, says NCS chief executive officer Kate Cvetanovski. She believes both the volunteers, who
are often over 65, and the client will greatly benefit from the connection. “There is a ripple effect of engaging this way,” Ms Cvetanovski said. “What we want to do is start a very free-flowing conversation, which is safe and around a pet, that may turn to more serious things so that an individual has the trust and rapport with a person they have got to know to say, ‘Things aren’t going well and I need a bit of help here’. “That way services and support haven’t been thrust upon them. They have made the decision to test it out with a volunteer who is not being paid to provide that service.” Ms Cvetanovski said pets
FURRY FRIEND: PAWS volunteer Darcy Whitmore with Tamber the poodle and proud owner Gabrielle Hindley. Picture: Contributed
were a great conversation starter. “It allows people to perhaps not focus on the things that aren’t going well in their lives, or their health,” she said. “It gets them to focus on a furry member of the family that is much loved. “It’s a great way to focus
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on the strengths within the household for that person rather than the decline of their wellbeing. I think it’s one of the best examples of strength-based approach to delivering really good aged care.” The PAWS volunteers will visit clients who have any
kind of pet and help with feeding, walking, interacting and playing with the pet, and provide support and care for a pet during times when a client is unwell or is hospitalised. They will also encourage clients to connect with community interest groups. “We will also have events for people and their pets to attend that are fun and outside the home, to connect them to the community,” Ms Cvetanovski said. During the home visits, volunteers will also be able to monitor the wellbeing of the client and advise Northside of any issues that may need to be addressed through another service. “Creating a friendship
over the pet is a great way to open a door to more robust discussion,” Ms Cvetanovski said. “People will look after their pet a lot better than themselves. “Or there are times when they are unwell and refuse to go to hospital because there is no one there to look after their pet. “Some people can’t get out and about and don’t have any social connection, but being able to connect with someone else on a human level is really important and using the pet as currency can make it an enjoyable experience and on the terms of the person needing assistance.” Northside will complete the pilot program in June.
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RIGHT TRACK: Debbie Robinson, with Slim by Nature nutritionist and company founder Zhanna Gee, has gained confidence that she can lose weight and keep it off. Picture: Contributed
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Big win for Rebel bowlers There are plenty of groups to belong to at Palm Lake Resort BRAND INSIGHTS PALM Lake Resort Upper Coomera offers many types of groups to belong to. They range from active pursuits like bowls, exercising and line-dancing to quieter, less-active groups like playing cards, bingo and mahjong. It’s up to you what level of activity you require. Opportunities also abound for the formation of new groups that would be interesting for others. Congratulations to Riverside Rebels bowlers
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GRINNERS: Congratulations go to the Riverside Rebels from Upper Coomera who attended the Palm Lake Resort InterResort lawn bowls competition in Kingaroy. Picture: Contributed
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CELEBRATING LOVE: Edie Mayhew and Anne Tudor celebrate 33 years together with family and friends in a recommitment ceremony in September 2017, before marrying at their first chance when it became legal in January 2018. Picture: Courtesy of Anne Tudor
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Alison Houston DO PEOPLE who identify as LGBTIQ* need or want their own distinct aged care? It seemed a reasonable question when the press release arrived late last year announcing Arcare had opened Queensland’s first aged care home for LGBTIQ clients at Parkwood on the Gold Coast. But research and talking to people affected makes the answer clear – they deserve that choice. The first clue should have been that the press release hailed the opening as occurring less than 30 years after Queensland decriminalised homosexuality. Because how does someone who has spent the greater part of their life being vilified, forced to hide part of who they are, facing possible jail or electric shock “cure/conversion
treatments” for their sexuality, find a community they trust in which to grow old? How can they be themselves without fear, form friendships and have confidence that they or their loved one are receiving quality health care as they age? The Federal Government has recognised in its LGBTIQ Inclusion and Awareness in Aged Care report that to understand people’s current experiences, including reticence to disclose sexuality or to enter aged care, and higher levels of anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation, we have to understand their past.
LOVE, LIFE AND DEMENTIA: A PERSONAL ACCOUNT It can be as simple, Anne Tudor explained, as feeling comfortable to hug, kiss or hold hands with a loved one – things heterosexual
couples take for granted. It doesn’t seem much to ask, especially given the heartbreaking position in which Anne has found herself and partner Edie Mayhew. The couple have traced Edie’s dementia journey in film, and have followed her into residential care showing the pain of separation in the recently released film Mr Velvet Ears. The title is a reference to Edie’s much-loved care dog, through whose eyes the transition is depicted. “I miss her brain, her mind, her conversation; I miss her strength,” Anne said of Edie, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2010 at age 59. She describes the film as “very raw and honest”, filmed on the day of the move, the day before and again three months after Edie went into residential care. “We have always been
motivated to educate people around dementia, and to encourage people to open their hearts and not be frightened of it, although it is a terrible disease,” Anne said. “The person you love is still there, but in a changed way. “We had eight years living together after Edie’s diagnosis, and our lives haven’t finished yet, so it’s about presenting a positive message because there aren’t enough of those out there.” She hopes the film opens discussions about aspects of dementia care for the LGBTIQ community and the community in general. “Ours is a beautiful story and we are really lucky to have had such a wonderful relationship,” Anne said. This is the couple’s fourth film, with Anne and Edie previously celebrating their 33rd anniversary, including their recommitment
ceremony on September 2017, in a film called The Circle of Love for the Victorian Seniors Festival. “When we got together 33 years ago we kept it pretty quiet,” Anne said of the ceremony. “It was a very different world back then – you didn’t tell people you were lesbian. “We were in love – but we’ve never formally celebrated our love with family and friends because we didn’t feel it was OK to do so. “Now that time is running out for us we want to celebrate with the people we love.” When two months later Australia voted yes to marriage equality, the pair decided to marry on the first day possible – January 9, 2018. “It was the last piece in the fabric of our life – getting married was something we had talked about for years and it was acceptance of a SEGE01Z01MA - V1
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We felt totally embraced and accepted for who we are.
changed reality and a moment in history,” Anne said. “And to me it was a statement – it didn’t legitimise our relationship, we didn’t need that, but it gives us a legal status so I can’t be overlooked in Edie’s care. “Those that have had access to marriage for ever don’t appreciate its meaning for people who have had a lifetime together and shared their love but not been able to declare it publicly or have the legal rights associated with it.”
THE SEARCH FOR INCLUSIVE CARE Things have changed a lot for Anne and Edie since then, and in September 2018 Anne said it became clear she couldn’t cope alone with Edie’s care anymore. She had a lot of questions in her search to find the best residential care, including LGBTIQ training for staff. Ultimately they decided on Mercy Place, where the CEO told Anne at the inspection: “I’d like you to treat this as your home too.’’ “We felt totally embraced and accepted for who we are,” Anne said, despite the home not being specifically for LGBTIQ residents. Aged care and nursing home staff everywhere should now all have LGBTIQ training, and can work towards achieving a Silver Rainbow tick. But Anne said more education and attitudinal change was needed to ensure that workers, from the CEO to the nursing, kitchen, garden, cleaning and admin staff, put into practice those policies of acceptance. Ensuring those attitudes are also passed on to other residents is another matter, with a government report finding LGBTIQ residents V1 - SEGE01Z01MA
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have been bullied and physically abused by fellow residents.
CHANGING ATTITUDES Dr Catherine Barrett, who has worked on the films with Anne and Edie, was a finalist for the 2018 Human Rights Medal for her work advocating for older Australians, including the LGBTIQ community and people with dementia. She said while ultimately we need all services to be LGBTIQ-friendly, it will take a lot to overcome old fears and cultural stereotypes, or partial acceptance that “it’s OK to be gay, but not that gay”. For that reason, she said, having the option of a specific LGBTIQ service such as that at Parkwood, as well as inclusivity and acceptance within mainstream aged care, were both equally important. The Mr Velvet Ears trailer, full film and resources, and the couple’s other films, are available at www.museumoflove
Edie at her best to enjoy the world premiere of Mr Velvet Ears in Ballarat with Anne.
.com.au/pulse.html. For other LGBTIQ Seniors films go to https:// alicesgarage.net. Find more on LGBTIQ health at https:// lgbtihealth.org.au/, on dementia at www.dementia.org.au, on Arcare Parkwood at https://
arcare.com.au/parkwood/ or, if this has raised issues for you, phone Lifeline on 13 11 14.
HELP AT HAND As part of the implementation of the LGBTI Strategy, the Federal Government, in partnership
with various LGBTI advocacy and support agencies, has compiled a collection of LGBTI-specific ageing and aged care resources for the LGBTI community, their loved ones, carers and aged care service providers. For helpful tips about looking for aged care that
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caters to the LGBTIQ community, go to https:// agedcare.health .gov.au/ support-services/my-agedcare/lgbti-ageing-and-agedcare-resources. * LGBTIQ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer or Questioning.
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Perfect time to take interest in finances Paul Clitheroe WITH the holiday season likely to bring some downtime, it can be the ideal opportunity to finetune your finances so the new year delivers prosperity. The key is to start small. The big news of 2019 has been the downward path of interest rates. For those with a home loan, there are exceptional deals to be had – including mortgage rates that start with a “2’’. Check the rate you’re paying against some of the cheapest loans on the market, many by non-bank lenders. While interest rates have plunged, Aussie shares have powered ahead. The ASX 200 has risen 18.78 per cent this year (to mid-December) and if we include dividend income, the gains climb to 25.47 per cent.
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For a slice of sharemarket action in 2020, exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a low-cost way to easy diversification, even if you don’t have much upfront capital. In 2019 we saw the
Protecting Your Super reforms, making it easier for Australians to avoid having their super eroded by high fees and unnecessary life insurance premiums. That’s a good thing. But one of the best steps
you can take to protect, and even boost, your retirement savings is to check that your super fund charges competitive fees. A review of super by banking watchdog APRA confirmed that higher fees
generally go hand-in-hand with lower net returns. That’s because the more you pay in fees, the harder your fund has to work to achieve investment returns that make up for the outflow in fees.
It’s the same with nonsuper investments. Research by InvestSMART shows that over a 30-year time frame, investors paying 3 per cent in ongoing fees can sacrifice more than half of what their portfolio would have been worth had they paid no fees at all. The upshot is that focusing on lower fees, rather than paying for outperformance – which probably won’t materialise – makes it more likely you’ll enjoy a higher net gain. Each year sees a fresh crop of money apps launched. A new app from CommBank could potentially put cash back in your pocket in 2020. Around $10 billion annually goes unclaimed on a whole raft of benefits. CommBank’s “Benefits finder’’ app can help you track down any money you‘re entitled to from among 250 potential benefits. Have a safe and merry Christmas. – Paul Clitheroe is chairman of InvestSMART, chairman of the Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and chief commentator for Money Magazine.
Laws aim to streamline process of reuniting owners with missing money It will also allow the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to reunite amounts it receives from ERFs with their rightful owners sooner. These changes are another step forward in
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low-balance accounts to the ATO, they are unable to voluntarily transfer other amounts to the ATO, which restricts their ability to exit the market. Legislation will therefore be introduced into
Parliament to permit ERF trustees to voluntarily transfer any amount to the ATO. The legislation will also require them to transfer all accounts below $6000 by June 30 this year.
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