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In this edition
IN THIS edition, we embrace the region’s heritage with news and information on recent and upcoming events. You will find our regular uplifting columns, whether it’s books to read, places to go and wonderful things to know, it’s all here in the Seniors News pages. Congratulations to David Brigg for winning our Maggie Beer Book Giveaway!
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Town turns 150 TUMBULGUM is a small village with big ambitions. The 150th anniversary celebrations launched this month, with excitement building to the main event on November 12. In July a tree-planting was held at Bluey Hill Park, the birthplace of Tumbulgum, originally Tweed Junction. Tumbulgum Celebrates 150 Years project manager Robert Budd said a launch party was on at Tumbulgum Tavern on August 16. “The 150th is coming together – it’s a big celebration,” he said. “Later on, there’ll be some workshops at schools to build lanterns for the Tweed River Festival lantern parade – a highlight of celebrations on November 12. “November 12 is the main celebration day, when a monument will be unveiled in Bluey Hill Park.” Robert and his wife Trish retired to North Tumbulgum four years ago. “My family were among the early pioneering families,” he said. “The year 1866 was
DEEP ROOTS: Tumbulgum residents plant 280 plants at Bluey Hill Park. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED
Aub O’Neill working hard on National Tree Day.
when the first selectors came to the Tweed. “Access was difficult and the river was the main means of transport. Tweed Junction became the main village centre in the Tweed Valley.” Tumbulgum was the main settlement supporting timber-getters and early settlers in the Tweed Valley, prior to the establishment of Murwillumbah. Little remains of the original settlement on the northern banks of the Tweed and Rous (North Arm) rivers. In 1880 the village originally named The Junction was changed to Tumbulgum.
large fig” or “wild fig tree”. Today, the picturesque village has views over cane farms to the foothills of the Caldera located just off the Tweed Valley Way.
Gwen Driebeek plants in the park to celebrate Tweed Junction, Tumbulgum’s birthplace.
This was claimed to mean “meeting place of the waters” in an Aboriginal language, but others claimed translations included “a
A wealth of culture and heritage
EVERYWHERE you look on the Northern Rivers, culture and heritage are being celebrated. The tiny town of Tumbulgum has a rich history that started when cedar-getters first set up camp by the Tweed River. This year is special for the town as it celebrates 150 years since settlers first picked out land in the area. Residents of Dutch origin will also share their food, music and culture at Murwillumbah in September.
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The Ballina Cup crowd could run to 3000 horse-racing enthusiasts, and owners of the racers will pocket more prize money than ever before. This month our lead story is of Australian folk and country singer John Williamson.
Certainly his profile (page 4) shows that he has plenty of passion for issues such as a unique Australian flag and anthem. And at 70 years old, John is still making his annual pilgrimage to Gympie Country Music Festival. Anyone who has ever seen a John Williamson show will recommend it as something you will never forget. This month in our Live and Let’s Save feature, we share with you a practical
and varied list of recycling hints. I’m sure you will find at least one thing that will save you dollars and ease the planet of one more piece of discarded rubbish. On a more sombre note, we respectfully remember the bravery of our Vietnam veterans this month as they commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. The Seniors Newspaper is now a part of the Northern Rivers
community and its life. And we’d like to hear from you, residents who are aged 55+, about the topics, events and issues you would like us to cover as part of our monthly publication. Don’t forget to check out online www.seniors news.com.au, where you will find your own area’s local stories besides those in surrounding areas. Take five and have some fun on our colourful Facebook page. On this page we bring in
subjects from surfing to farming, technology and pension payments and some simply beautiful earth pictures. And we welcome news you would like to share on our Facebook page. Drop in and say hello at www.facebook.com/ seniorsnews.com. If you have a story you would like to talk about, call Seniors reporter Yvonne Gardiner. Contact her on 0411 622 720 or email yvonne.gardiner@ apn.com.au.
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Judy Nunn This September
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Crowd funds Our Way Northern Rivers indigenous elders launch book in Byron OUR Way Stories, a book celebrating the life stories of indigenous elders from the Northern Rivers, has been launched at the Byron Writers Festival this month. The book was made
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Clearly the project has struck a chord with the community.
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possible by the generous donations of 158 people who supported a crowd-funding campaign run by Arts Northern Rivers. ANR’s CEO Peter Wood said the response to the campaign had been extraordinary. “We’ve received pledges from our local
community, from across Australia and even a few international supporters,” he said. “Clearly the project has struck a chord with the community. “Because we have exceeded our target, we have committed to producing volume two of Our Way Stories – ensuring many more of our much-loved elders have a chance to share their wisdom with the world.” ANR partnered with local indigenous woman Dale Simone Roberts, who was engaged to work alongside the elders to record their stories. Bangalow photographer Kate Holmes was commissioned to take their portraits. Among the elders featured in the book, Aunty Dorrie Gordon became the first female indigenous ordained
STORY TIME: Uncle Athol Compton chats to project co-ordinator Dale Simone Roberts, who compiled the book Our Way Stories. PHOTO: KATE HOLMES
minister in the state; Uncle Athol Compton’s interest in culture and language took him to New York to study acting and brought him home to star
in films and work for the National Aboriginal and Islander Skills Development Association Dance College, while Aunty Gwen Williams
became involved in the Aboriginal protest movements of the 1960s and an ambassador for her people at home and abroad.
You can order a copy of Our Way Stories by emailing info@artsnorthern rivers.com.au or by calling 6628 8120.
Remembering the sacrifice of Vietnam veterans
PAYING RESPECT: Pottsville ex-servicemen at Anzac Park will come together on August 18 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
VIETNAM Veterans Day might not be as widely known as Anzac Day but it still marks an important part of the history of Australian servicemen and women. The RSL Pottsville and District Sub-Branch will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan on Vietnam Veterans Day, August 18, at Anzac Park. Sub-branch secretary Mark Radisich said it was important the community took part in the event because of its significance to Australia’s history. “We commemorate
Vietnam Veterans Day for the same reasons as Anzac Day and Remembrance Day, we remember the sacrifice of our vets and servicemen and women,” Mark said. “Australia sent more than 50,000 servicemen and women to fight in the Vietnam War and over 500 giving their lives, which makes it a very good reason to commemorate. “It’s simple, the purpose is to honour those who fought and died, and for those who are still suffering because they gave their health and well-being in service to our nation and that’s why we
do it,” he said. Mark is encouraging local veterans, including current and former defence personnel, to become RSL members, saying it is an way to stay connected with people of shared experiences. “The whole point in having an RSL is that ex-servicemen and women can provide comradeship and mutual support to each other as they have a shared experience which forms a bond,” he said. The service is on at Pottsville Beach Cenotaph, Tweed Coast Rd, from 6pm on August 18.
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Always a Mallee boy John reckons he’s mellowed, but he’s singing same songs AT 70 years old Australian bush balladeer, national treasure and boat rocker John Williamson reckons that, just like most folk his age, he’s mellowed. When it comes to protests in 2016 he says mildly: “I leave that to the younger folks.” Nevertheless, there are qualifiers. He still wants Australia to be a republic and have its own flag. And
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I have dreamed for many years that our nation’s banners celebrate our most important heritage: the nature of our ancient island continent.
— John Williamson
at every concert, the voice of his convictions is expressed through his classic songs with the same fervour and beauty. Take the 1990 lyrics of A Flag of Our Own. “Cause this is Australia and that’s where we’re from. We’re not Yankee side-kicks or second class Poms, And tell the Frogs what they can do with their bomb, Oh we must have a flag of our own.”
On his website he says: “The nature of Australia being represented on our nation’s flag is something I have always been very passionate about, I have dreamed for many years that our nation’s banners celebrate our most important heritage: the nature of our ancient island continent.” While he is sure of the land, he asks us to think about who we are: the words of True Blue – Australia’s unofficial national anthem, asks the questions: “Hey True Blue, is it me or you, is it Mum and Dad, is it a cockatoo, Is it standin’ by your mate when he’s in a fight, Or just Vegemite, True Blue, I’m asking you.” You see, while Williamson is not only a country music musician, he is a folk singer who takes up social issues. A Flag of Our Own saw the RSL ban him for disloyalty to the flag, monarchists have attacked his republican viewpoint. His environmental song Rip Rip Wood Chip upset the logging industry. He believes in marriage equality and reckons country singers need to be grounded in Aussie culture, not American, and he welcomes a diverse Australia and reckons the more mingling the better. He is also a big fundraiser
COUNTRY LEGEND: John Williamson.
for a variety of causes. In 2016 Williamson, the eldest of five boys, who grew up in Quambatook, in the Mallee district of north-western Victoria, says he still interprets Australia through his unique poetic voice. He states in his newsletter to online fans: “I am writing under a wise old coolibah beside a billabong on the Wilson River on Mt Margaret Station in Western Queensland. “We have two dozen yabbies and still pulling
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them in for an entrée tonight.” That has to be vintage John Williamson. The man that not only plays to thousands, but also limited numbers on his own property. Williamson and his wife settled on Springbrook property on the Gold Coast hinterland and for the last two years has hosted the Willoshed Concerts there, with a limited number of tickets. You can see John Williamson at this year’s Gympie Country Music Muster.
KEY FACTS ❚ Iconic singer- songwriter John Williamson is returning to the Gympie Music Muster to celebrate 35 years of mates, music and making a difference. ❚ He performed at the Muster in 1983 and has performed every second year since. ❚ With an incredibly distinguished career as a songwriter of more than 350 songs and 40 albums, the humble farmer has a lot to celebrate. Throughout his career Williamson has won more accolades than he cares to mention, including: 3 ARIA awards, 4 APRA awards, 8 TSA awards, 8 MO awards and 26 Golden Guitar awards. The ARIA Hall of Fame member has sold more than four million albums in Australia earning numerous gold and platinum records. ❚ Watch for his new single, Aussie Girls, a tribute to Australian sportswomen.
Muster up for the good times ahead at Gympie festival services with day-pass ticket packages from August 25 to 28, for Muster-goers north of Brisbane and surrounding areas of Gympie. Kick-start the festivities early while travelling with friends, family and your
new Muster mates, all in coach comfort. The Muster bus service is by far the most convenient and affordable way to head to Australia’s biggest country music celebration whilst taking in breathtaking views of
the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Starting from $120, patrons will have single day access to the Gympie Music Muster with return travel included. Tickets are available for the whole family.
Two family-friendly buses will service areas including Caloundra, Nambour, Maroochydore, Noosa, Wide Bay, Bundaberg, Maryborough and Tiaro. To buy a ticket including the bus service, visit
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Alstonville future vision Locals asked for input on town By Yvonne Gardiner
BALLINA Shire Council is calling on Alstonville locals to have their say on the town’s future direction. Council is creating a strategic plan, which will determine how the area grows over the next two decades. They are asking
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We need a facility that is in character with the village.
— Lois Hennes
residents to detail the town’s top attributes and bring forward ideas on which areas need improvement. Raised at Tregeagle and now living at Tuckombil, Lois Hennes will add her suggestions to the mix. With interests in community involvement, Lois believes Alstonville
needs a purpose-built community centre. “The current facility is more of a sports centre than a community hall,” Lois said. “Certainly we need a facility that is in character with the village – that people can easily access to do more group work together.” Lois conducts fashion project sessions at Crawford House Museum for people with basic sewing skills who might want to re-fashion much-loved clothes or engineer something really special. “Having worked in the arts industry for most of my life, I now volunteer to curate various exhibitions for the Alstonville Plateau Historical Society at Crawford House Museum,” Lois said. “I also continue my passion as a pattern engineer with an online business. The museum is a great community research facility with many locally researched
TOP TOWN: Alstonville’s Esma Johnston, Norma Gray and Dorothy Crawford share memories at Crawford House Museum while George Hobbs shows off his 1954 FJ Holden. INSET: Lois Hennes airs her views about the town. PHOTO: GRAHAM BROADHEAD
publications for sale. “The council purchased the house from the Crawford family. It has a significant collection that I curate alongside local
residents’ input and artefacts linking the past with the present. The museum has such a lot to offer the community, particularly in the area of
family history.” To share views about Alstonville and how it should progress, visit www.ballina.nsw.gov.au and follow the link to the
Alstonville 2036 project to complete a survey. A separate strategic plan will be prepared for Wollongbar starting later this year.
Prize purse boost provides total of $120,000 for Ballina Cup By Yvonne Gardiner
FIELD FASHION: Pricilla Dollery and Regan Vidler at the 2015 Ballina Cup. PHOTO: MIREILLE MERLET-SHAW
A SIGNIFICANT increase in prize money will boost Ballina’s biggest horseracing event. The 2016 Slipway Hotel Ballina Cup is sure to attract a big crowd on Thursday, September 8. General manager Matthew Bertram said the event was shaping up really well. If the sun is shining, he expects about 3000 people trackside. “Last year we pre-sold
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Last year we pre-sold 1000 tickets and had about 2000 people on the day.
1000 tickets and had about 2000 people on the day,” Matthew said. “It’s a great social day out in the Ballina community.” The main event of eight races carries prize money worth $65,000. Overall, Matthew said the winners would take
— Matthew Bertram
home an increase of $15,000 per race – a total boost of $120,000. Free buses to and from the course will ensure an easy and stress-free ride for punters. Gates open at 11am, with the first race starting at 12.45pm. Well-dressed patrons
can try their luck in the Fashions on the Field competition. Pop-up eateries, a beer garden and live entertainment will add a party atmosphere. Entry is $20 at the gate or $15 pre-sale, available from the Ballina Jockey Club or Slipway Hotel. All-inclusive VIP marquee tickets cost $150 and are available from the club. Phone 6686 0333 to book, or email reception@ ballinajockeyclub.com.au.
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Out of fire, into mud Potters pull out a fire pit for North Coast Mud Trail Digby Hildreth
THE infinitely varied work of more than 10 local potters has been pulled out of a primitive “fire pit”, in preparation for Murwillumbah Potters Club’s participation in the North Coast Mud Trail this August. Club co-ordinator and 42-year potting veteran Ann Lee said the pit kiln was a fairly radical way to fire pots, as it reached 800 degrees in a very short time, which could lead to cracking and breaking.
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The pit kiln is a fairly radical way to fire pots.
— Ann Lee
“But what survives is usually very beautiful,” she said. The club, which has 30 active members, will concentrate on having
works ready for exhibition and sale during the Mud Trail weekend from August 20 to 21. The Mud Trail is an open studios tour allowing interested people to visit potteries in the area. Alongside the exhibition, Murwillumbah club members will throw a barbecue and stage demonstrations at its headquarters, the old Fernvale School, which turns 100 in September. “Fernvale School is celebrating 100 years as a continuous learning space, first as a public school for 56 years and then as a teaching potters club for the past 40,” Ann said. A reunion of past students and potters will be held on September 18. Phone 0428 723 300 for details. More than 30 ceramic artists on the far north coast are set to open their studios to the public for the annual North Coast Mud Trail. Now in its fourth year,
POTTING MAD: Murwillumbah potters Shirley Featherstone, Lorraine Emanuel, Madeleine Murry, Ronda Luland and Ann Lee unpack their kiln ahead of the August Mud Trail. PHOTO: SCOTT POWICK
the North Coast Mud Trail is part of a nationwide open studios weekend hosted by the Australian Ceramics Association. Visitors can see practical demonstrations,
get their hands dirty in workshops, be inspired by artists’ talks, buy original ceramics direct from the maker, or simply soak up the atmosphere of a working studio.
Studios will be open from 10am until 4pm and entry is free. Pick up event brochures in galleries and cafes throughout the Byron, Ballina, Tweed and
Lismore shires. Or follow the latest event updates on their Facebook page. For more information call Jenn on 0409 937 718.
Tweed festival relishes its local Dutch culture THIS September, the Dutch community in the Tweed will host its first Dutch-Australian festival. Drawcards include a display of handcrafted traditional Dutch clocks, which will also be for sale, and a stall where visitors can fit, try out and buy their own pair of genuine Dutch “klompen” or clogs. Scaled reproductions of well-known Dutch historical buildings, a virtual tour of the famous windmills of the Netherlands and a sample of the more than 5000
Dutch heritage items to be found in the homes of Tweed Valley residents will be on show. Festival founder Martien Jansen in de Wal has been trying to get the celebration off the ground since 2011. Born in the Netherlands, Martin arrived in Australia in 1951 at the age of 13. He estimates there are 2000 people with Dutch connections in the Tweed region alone. “We’re hoping for 500 people at the festival,”
Former Consul for the Netherlands in Brisbane, Captain Kasper Kuiper (left), Marijke Bashford and Martien Jansen in de Wal.
Windmills are an iconic symbol of the Netherlands. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED
Martien said. “People are more aware of their ancestry these days.
Australia, so it’s your turn to discover who we are,” he told the ABC. Venue: Under Croft of
Martien issued an invitation to everyone to attend the festival. “We discovered
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Say goodbye to servicing blues SENIORS travelling short distances, who need car servicing before the required mileage is reached, can benefit from a range of discounts through auto repairs, parts and accessories outlets participating in the New South Wales State Government Seniors Card Scheme. Here is a quick cheat sheet to find the closest service centre near you. Alternatively visit www.seniorscard. nsw.gov.au to find one that suits you best. Autobarn: 15% off in store, excluding GPS, gift cards and sale items. 12 Brewster Street, Lismore. Lismore Automatic Transmission Service: 10% off servicing of auto transmissions and 5% off overhauls. Exclusions apply. Phone 02 6621 3112. 41 Elliott Rd, South Lismore. Lismore Automotive Service: 10% off labour only. Phone 02 6622 8833. 17 McLennan Lane, Lismore. Ultra Tune: 10% off the local retail price of an Ultra Manufacturers
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Reuse, recycle to find new use UPCYCLE compiled by NICKY NORMAN HERE’S some innovative tips. Turn CDs into coasters – stick two together and paste felt underneath. Melt the remains of a lipstick together with a small pot of lip balm – makes a great lip gloss. Grandkids love a tin can phone. Take off the lids and tie together two coffee tins with a long piece of string. Create ice blocks for your esky – fill up old milk cartons with water and freeze them. Want to keep the kids amused? Use empty roll-on deodorant bottles as paint pens for small children. Wash the plastic ball and bottle, fill with paint and replace the ball and lid. To store, keep it upside down with the lid tightly fastened. Get a worm farm and feed all of your food scraps. One kilogram of worms can eat and recycle 1kg of food every day, giving nutritious worm castings for plants and vegies. Put your steel bottle tops and jam jar lids into an old steel can. When the tin is half-full, squash the top together so the contents are compacted before recycling. Open the bottom of a used milk carton and plant a tree seedling
inside. The carton will protect your seedling and then degrade as it grows. Going on a picnic? Bring home your cans and bottles to recycle. Save your corks to use them as a paint stamp, or glue them to some timber to make a corkboard. Place clear plastic lids under oil jars or aerosols to prevent oil and rust marks on shelving. Make your own gift wrap: Wrap your presents in the comics pages from your local newspaper, magazines or comics. Kids (and even adults) love it. Temporarily store food scraps in an old icecream tub, before putting them on to your worm farm or compost. Pour old cooking oil and fat into a used milk carton or jar and put it out in the rubbish. It clogs the drains if put down the sink. Old wet-wipe boxes make great string dispensers – try it out. Get creative making greeting cards from old ones, or postcards, photos, stamps, pretty paper and more. For more card recycling ideas, visit Festive Recycling.PlanetArk.org Use old jeans to patch other jeans. Save old lip balm pots and small toiletry containers. Refill from your everyday toiletries for travelling. For more information on recycling activities for home or work, visit www.RecyclingWeek. PlanetArk.org.
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CHUTNEYS, pickles and relish are the flavour of the month. Chutneys and relishes are wonderful addition to a steak dinner, sandwiches or even the humble sausage. The most important way to start is with good quality produce, clean jars and lots of spices. Adding spice can change the flavour – use curry powder, mustard seeds, coriander or turmeric. Relish is cooked, pickled, or chopped vegetable or fruits, usually enjoyed as a condiment. Chutney, an Indian sauce, can vary from a tomato relish to a ground peanut garnish or a
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HAVE you ever thought about making your own shampoo? Not only will you save money, but it is better for you as well. As with most things, home-made shampoo is far cheaper than what you can buy at shopping centres, and it is far better for you as well. Swap isopropyl alcohol and propylene glycol for castile soap and coconut oil. Making your own shampoo is safer for you and, while this may be highly subjective, some claim homemade shampoo works far better than store brands. When you use natural shampoo, what goes down the drain? Natural ingredients. Commercial shampoos and conditioners contain chemicals, which go right into the water system so, natural shampoos are
better for the environment too. This means home-made shampoos are way better for your plumbing. The harsh chemicals in these shampoos can cause major damage to your pipelines and could cost a small fortune when your pipelines need replacing. CASTILE SHAMPOO – 1/4 cup water – 1/4 cup liquid castile soap (available to buy online from www.drbronner.com.au) – 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil Method Mix all the ingredients into a plastic or glass bottle and you’re good to go. Like commercial shampoos, different recipes will suit different hair types. If this one doesn’t work for you, just search online and you’ll find many different recipes designed for different hair types.
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Scientists at Melbourne's RMIT University have announced a "critical step" towards extremely malleable electronics, opening the door for futuristic liquid robots. Researchers say the experiments yielded some promising results. By exposing droplets of gallium to a water tank and changing the pH levels, scientists found that highly conductive metal moved by itself and even changed shape. "Putting droplets in another liquid with an ionic content can be used for breaking symmetry across them and allow
them to move about freely in three dimensions," said Melbourne researcher, professor Kourosh Kalantar-zadeh. "Simply tweaking the water's chemistry made the liquid metal droplets move and change shape.” Read the rest of this article on www.seniors news.com.au
The truth about tattoos 11 things tattooed seniors want you to know about their choice commit to." 2. We are pretty much aware of wrinkles, thank you. "We won't forever be 21 when we were getting our tattoos done. We're not only aware of wrinkles; we embrace them. It's coming for us all, anyway. And at the very least, we have something to cover up those nasty things instead of letting them hang around." 3. No, we're not
worried for our kids. "If there's something we're glad we taught our kids it's that if you're going to get tattooed drunk anyway, don't ask us for laser job money." 4. And we're not worried for our grandkids 5. Yes, some of us get new ones done (as long as there's still space) 6. Yeah, we tire of them sometimes 7. We also want some of them gone
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look on your faces when you see us walk by 11. The discrimination is still very real "Once worked as one of those chaps wearing a fat suit and beard for a month. I was bloody St. Nick! But I guess I must've slipped off the gloves but it's this little girl and the little boys to have their photos taken with Mr. Christmas but the second the mother saw my knuckles, just screamed and took away her kids."
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THERE are lots of articles on the internet about seniors with tattoos but they often go along the lines of "tattooed seniors respond to 'what will your tattoos look like when you're older?'" and they always seem to include the same pictures of tattooed seniors that look amazing. But these articles don't represent the majority of seniors with tattoos, some absolutely love having them, while others do have regrets. Here are
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DEALING WITH A DEATH IN THE FAMILY – WHY DO YOU NEED PROBATE?
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Self-funded retirees ‘the forgotten race’
MANY self-funded retirees are finding it difficult to come to terms with the Reserve Bank’s policy of continually lowering the official cash rate as a tool to stimulate the economy. While this may help home loan borrowers and business, it has an
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adverse effect on self-funded retirees. Retired accountant Norm Barrington, 87, has dubbed self-funded retirees “the forgotten race”. “These are the people who went through a recession, saved diligently, were the backbone of Australia’s
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progress after World War II and contributed much to the advancement and security of the nation.” Norm said more consideration could be given to those investing in term deposits, the interest of which was dramatically affected by the current policies of the Reserve Bank. “(A person) can change his or her investment strategy by taking up shares or investing in property but these options can be questionable in
uncertain times with fluctuating markets.” Norm said a bank oversight was the effect its current policy was having on the Federal Government’s revenueraising capacity, as he and the many other selffunded retirees found their incomes drastically reduced. “Lower incomes mean lower taxation revenue, which in turn means less money for the government to meet its welfare obligations. “Unless the Reserve Bank Board, with the co-operation of the Federal Government, can ease the negative effect its current policies are having on self-funded retirees, I can see some divesting themselves of liquid assets, and acquiring million-dollar homes so they too can take advantage of the welfare system that will reward them.”
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Losing someone you love can be devastating enough. Not only are you grieving the loss of this person, but you may also be tasked with the role of finalising their affairs as the executor of their Will, often the last thing on your mind in your grief-stricken state. Just the thought of it can be daunting because it is unfamiliar territory and it’s certainly not a situation any one wishes to be placed in. Unfortunately, it’s a situation you are likely to find yourself in throughout your lifetime. During the process, it is common to hear foreign terms such as “Probate” or “Letters of Administration”. Generally, the majority of people have never heard of either of these terms and those who have tend to have misconceptions about what they actually mean. We often hear statements such as, “there’s a Will so why do we need Probate?” or “we don’t need Probate because our family gets along”. 99% of the time we are simply asked, “What is Probate?” and “Why do we need Probate?”. It is important to understand what Probate (or Letters of Administration) is in order to appreciate why it is required to administer a deceased estate. What is Probate? A grant of Probate is essentially confirmation by the Supreme Court of the authenticity of the last Will of the deceased. The process involves advertising with the prescribed legal publications to ensure that there are no later Wills in existence and a subsequent application to the Supreme Court to effectively “prove” the last Will. An affidavit sworn by the executor is filed with the Court, and the document itself is inspected by the Probate Registrar with a fine tooth comb to confirm its validity. What are Letters of Administration? A grant of Letters of Administration is the equivalent to a grant of Probate in the circumstances where a person has died intestate, ie without a Will or without a valid Will.This grant is also required if the executor of the will has died, has lost capacity or has renounced. The administrator (akin to an executor) is appointed by the Supreme Court. This grant is more difficult to obtain and priority to apply is determined by the rules of intestacy in the relevant States. Why is Probate required? You may often hear from someone you know, whose mother/father/brother/sister died, that they didn’t need Probate compelling you to question why it is required at all. After all, there is a Will so why does it become so complicated after the fact? Yes, there are circumstances in which the executor will not be required to obtain Probate. This is may be the case where the assets are jointly held or it is considered a “small estate”, where the assets of the estate are of low value. However, it is important to understand that every estate is different. There is no stock-standard estate plan because the personal and financial circumstances of each person are varied. There are many issues to consider when it comes to the duty of an executor and the administration of the estate, however, the most common reasons for obtaining Probate are outlined below:Authority to deal with assets Most asset holders will not release or transfer assets held by a deceased person until a grant of Probate has been provided to them. For example, in New South Wales the sale or transfer of all real property held solely in the name of the deceased cannot be carried out without a grant of Probate or Letters of Administration. Generally, most banks and financial institutions will not release the contents of a person’s bank accounts if the value is over a certain threshold. There is no set or standard value, and each financial institution determines its own value at their discretion. It can also depend upon the family dynamics and who the beneficiaries are (and how many). For example, if a male dies and has several de facto partners with children from different marriages, it is unlikely a bank will release funds without a grant and, even if they do, they require indemnities to be given. Production of the grant effectively ensures that the executor is legally authorised to deal with the assets. There are certain procedures set out by the Supreme Court to flush out any prior Wills and if a grant is not issued it is almost impossible to determine that the last Will is in fact the last testament of the deceased. Essentially, the asset holder is guaranteed that they are in fact dealing with the correct legal personal representative and if a later Will is found the liability rests with the executor for intermeddling with the estate. Protection from claims There are certain statutory time limits imposed by the respective Succession Acts in each State and Territory for an executor to safely distribute the assets of an estate.These time limits are in place to allow any person whom is eligible to make a claim for provision from the estate sufficient time to provide their notice (“eligible applicant”). For example, in New South Wales, the executor must wait 12 months from the date of death before he/she may safely distribute the assets of the estate to the beneficiaries. The reason for this is that an eligible applicant has 12 months from the date of death to file their claim. There is the option to distribute after 6 months from date of death by publishing a ‘Notice of Intended Distribution’ with the Supreme Court of New South Wales. It should also be served upon any known eligible applicants. If no one comes forward within 30 calendar days from the date of publication then the executor may safely proceed with distribution. In Queensland, there is a 6 month notice period from the date of death for people to give notice of a claim against the estate and legal proceedings must be filed no later than 9 months from the date of death if that notice has been given. It is therefore prudent to wait at least 9 months from the date of death before distributing but this can be shortened with written confirmation from any potential claimants they will not bring a claim. Statutory protection is only afforded to the executor or administrator when Probate or Letters of Administration are obtained. If a grant is not obtained, they leave themselves open to liability for any claims brought against the estate by creditors or beneficiaries. Take for an example, the instance where an executor distributes the assets in accordance with the Will without obtaining Probate. An illegitimate child or a former spouse may come out of the woodwork (as is often the case) after hearing of the death some time after the fact with the intent to seek provision from the estate (i.e. bring a claim against the estate). If the assets have been distributed prior to the requisite statutory time period, and no notice has been given to the public of the distribution the executor becomes personally liable. This is despite the fact the executor has acted in good faith and distributed the assets in accordance with the contents of the last will of the deceased. There is also the possibility a later will could be in existence without the knowledge of the executor. There are many good reasons to obtain a grant of probate if you are an executor! Don’t listen to back yard legal advice or get advice from lawyers who don’t specialise in this area. In most cases, the reason an executor chooses not to obtain Probate is because they do not want to incur the cost of doing so. They are often misinformed or have not been provided with the correct advice in relation to the liability that goes hand in hand with their duty as an executor. We strongly advise any executors or administrators to carefully consider their position and obtain accurate legal advice from experienced legal practitioners in this complex area. It may save you a lot of grief and money! For enquiries please contact Wills & Estates Department Manager, Donna Tolley on direct line 07 5506 8241, email dtolley@attwoodmarshall.com.au or freecall 1800 621 071.
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Cancer Council is encouraging Northern NSW locals to show support for someone they know affected by cancer by volunteering their time as team leaders this Daffodil Day on Friday, August 26. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Daffodil Day is one of the largest fundraising events in the southern hemisphere and, since its inception, has raised more than $133 million for life-saving cancer research, support services and prevention programs. Nerida Dean from the Far North Coast is calling on people to join her in becoming a team leader for Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day this year. By supporting Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day, the Northern NSW community will contribute towards a brighter, cancer-free future. To show support for someone you know, join Nerida Dean as a team leader this Daffodil Day. Phone your local Daffodil Day co-ordinator Sarah on 6639 1303 or visit www.daffodilday.com.au/
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U3A Twin Towns invite you to their Open Day on Thursday, August 18, at 4 Boyd Street, Tugun, 10am-noon. There will be exhibitions, information and demonstrations of art, calligraphy, pen and ink, painting and card making, line dancing, belly dancing, Latin Beat, jazz, tap, French, Spanish and Italian, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, yoga, laughter yoga, aerobic dance, movement to music, light exercise. Australian history, literature, “Tea and Talk”, Random Readers Group, Book Club, Mah-jong, Cards & Games, Table Tennis, Computing, Digital Photography. U3A hold classes at Tugun, Palm Beach, Coolangatta and
Tweed Heads. On Open Day, U3A Twin Towns will announce their Senior of the Year. Entry is free and complimentary morning tea will be served at 11am. A reduced membership fee of $40 (2016) applies if joining on Open Day. No need to book. For inquiries, phone 07 5534 7333 or email u3atwintowns@gmail.com
course she runs at U3A on ‘Colour, Style and Image’, which helps us select clothes to complement our body and personality. Be at the Uniting Church Hall, 24 Kingscliff Street, Kingscliff, at 2 pm, Friday, September 2. $2 donation for afternoon tea. Inquiries to Pam 02 6674 2367.
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Members and visitors are welcome to a fun and entertaining afternoon when U3A Tweed Coast presents a fashion parade and lively talk about choosing the right clothes to wear. Featuring garments from a local boutique, our members, including a mystery male, will be the models. Lorraine will outline the
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Meets on the fourth Monday of the month at 10am for 10.15am in the South Tweed Sports Club. A friendly mixed club for retirees and semi-retirees. The guest speaker for the August meeting will be Janet Brandon, she will speak to us about the “Gift of Life”. Visitors and those interested in joining the club are welcome at the meetings and social outings. Inquiries phone Bae on 07 5590 9738 or 5590 5919 or search ‘Banora Point Probus’ online.
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Coolangatta Tweed VIEW Club are delighted to advise a change to their usual format of a guest speaker at their next luncheon meeting to be held on Thursday, August 18, at the South Tweed Sports Club, Minjungbal Drive, South Tweed Heads starting at 11am for 11.30am. On this occasion, Gifts Galore will be presenting their beautiful range of jewellery, hats, bags, scarves, watches, affordable gift lines and much more. Nothing is priced over $30 (payment by cash or cheque (no credit card facilities). Visitors are most welcome and are asked to contact CONTINUED ON PAGE 14
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Kingscliff Mixed Probus Club holds its meetings at the Kingscliff Beach and Bowls club on the first Wednesday of each month at 10am and outings on the third Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will be held on September 7 and new members are welcome. Phone Norma on
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programs which help children in need to participate fully in their education and create better futures for themselves. The South Tweed Sports Club was well and truly alive with the Sound of Music when over 100 ladies of Areas NJ01 and NJ02 of the VIEW Clubs of Australia enjoyed their Gala Day and the theme was ‘Black and White with a Touch of Silver. VIEW Clubs of Australia is a valued part of The Smith Family and the hostess for the day was National Councillor Kathie who was ably assisted by ladies within her area and entertained by the one and only Romain who is indeed a talented virtuoso. Inquiries re VIEW Clubs could be directed to Kathie on 07 5523 1009.
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Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, August 23, RSL at 10am. Our trading table this month features craft items and scarves – proceeds which help disadvantaged children through the Smith Family’s learning for life program, which we proudly support. Our speaker, Katrina from RACQ, will follow a delicious high tea. All ladies are invited to enjoy our monthly outings also. Please phone Carlene on 5590 8247.
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Volunteer drivers needed in the Ballina area. Connect people. Help others to thrive. Make a meaningful difference. Are you ready? Seeking reliable, compassionate and friendly volunteers to drive our customers in FSG supplied vehicles. Duties include door-to-door transit from residence to FSG Community Hubs to meet other like-minded friends and participate in fun and interactive activities. Assisting people entering and exiting vehicles. Part-time and flexible hours. Any training required will be covered by FSG Australia and held in Ballina. Get involved today! Please contact: Leigh O’Malley on 0418 549 386 or email leigh.omalley@fsg.org.au or visit the website at www.fsg.org.au
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Brush up your skills or learn new ones from our experienced teachers. The Gold Coast Bridge Club in Surfers Paradise serves the community by promoting bridge, beginners’ classes and coaching at all levels. We conduct bridge sessions six days a week and two
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nights. We’re known as ‘the friendly club’ and organise many social functions for members. Join the club and meet interesting people from all walks of life. For more information, contact Cecily or Lynley on 5538 3112 or 0418 984 856.
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Our monthly meetings are held on the 1st Friday of each month at South Tweed Sports Club, Tweed Heads South, at 2pm in the Secret Garden Room. We are a not-for-profit organisation raising money for local children’s charities, palliative care,
the babies and children’s wards at Tweed Heads Hospital. New members are welcome. For further information phone Twenette on 07 5523 2939.
WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK – LET’S TALK
What’s it all about? Women can be good talkers but when it comes to health, we often don’t take the time to ask questions, seek out credible information and work on a sound plan of action. It’s time to get rid of the elephant in the room and get talking about women’s health. Women’s Health
Week is a week dedicated to all women across Australia. It’s a week to focus on your health, learn more and take action on September 5-9. • Subscribe to Women’s Health Week email updates; stay in the loop and get valuable women’s health facts & tips • Share the week with friends in person and on social media. Help us in our mission to get women talking. • Host or take part in a Women’s Health Week event in your community. Jean Hailes will support you with free resources and access to our very first Women’s Health Week webinar! Get the facts at
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GC & HINTERLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUM
This is the perfect place to spend a few hours on a Sunday enjoying the beautiful grounds and the historic treasures contained within the many buildings. Situated at 8 Elliott St, Surfers Paradise (just near the Ashmore Rd roundabout), it is open from 10am-3pm, every Sunday with a small admission fee of $5
(children are free). Phone Colleen on 5529 1962 or email at histsocbun@bigpond.com or find us on facebook.
THE TWEED VALLEY BANANA FESTIVAL
Established as a non-profit charity and, in more recent years, with the valuable help of many generous business sponsors, it has provided the Tweed Valley with a platform for the raising of funds for a number of charities. A street parade, food stalls and kids rides in Knox Park. 17-27 August. Email: tweedbananafest@ gmail.com Phone: 02 6672 3309.
Help at hand at push of button GOVERNMENT figures say one-in-three over-65s will fall each year in Australia, resulting in more than 1,500,000 hospital days spent on fall-related injuries. More than 70% of these falls happen in or around the home, nearly 20% result in head injury and 30% to hip/leg fractures and, of all the available information, there is no
clear indication on how long people remain “undiscovered” following a fall. Emergency Medical Services specialises in fall detection systems and monitoring with safeTwear, the world’s smallest-smartest fall pendant. Weighing only 34 grams and around the size of a matchbox, this
remarkable technology not only detects a fall, it also connects directly to our 24-hour monitoring centre with two-way voice communication. Whether you are at home, in the garden, out for a walk or at the shops, slip, trip, fall or just push the panic button, you are connected directly with a monitoring specialist, talking with you directly
through the pendant; help is quickly on the way, the built in GPS gives them your exact location. If you are rendered unconscious, we have your full medical history on file to share with responders and ensure you get the correct help in the quickest time. This technology is so smart yet so simple to operate.
Each unit is programmed to suit the customer’s needs; all you need to know is to push the button if you need medical help or if you fall. The system will automatically detect this and help will be on the way. No more bulky base stations, limited voice distances, limits to in-home or connection to
phone lines is needed. With safeTcare 24/7 professional monitoring, rest assured help will be with you immediately. You’re not too young to get started with safeTwear, live life, love independence, stay at home and out of care, call us today to see if you qualify for our limited time FREE system offer 1300 78 44 38
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YOUR CHANCE: You can win a $69,990 caravan just by getting creative with one of these new Palm Lake Resort stickers. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
Palm Lake Resort helps you out FOR almost 40 years, the family-owned and operated company has been at the forefront of developing lifestyle resorts for seniors. Palm Lake Resort boasts 23 locations across the east coast of Australia filled with residents who are living the time of their retirement lives. Palm Lake Resort CEO Manuel Lang said their state-of-the-art facilities, five-star hotel styling and architectural home designs provided ‘wow factor’ to buyers, but it was the lifestyle that ultimately sold homes. “There’s a strong sense of community and belonging in every one of our resorts,” Mr Lang said. “The freedom, security and the emotive experience of living within a Palm Lake Resort is what intrigues and captivates.” To celebrate the modern-day retirement lifestyle and the launch of new resorts at Cooroy-Noosa and Toowoomba, Palm Lake Resort has just released a set of fun stickers, perfect for the back of your car, caravan, RV (or anywhere for that matter!). In
conjunction with Seniors Newspapers, Palm Lake Resort is also giving away a Majestic Caravan valued at $69,990. For your chance to win the Garoova 19’6 semi off-road caravan, simply
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to your car’s bumper. Think outside the square. Make us laugh!” “We’re really excited to be partnering with Palm Lake Resort in this competition and to be providing our loyal readers
For your chance to win the Garoova 19’6 semi off-road caravan, simply take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker in it, then log on to www.seniorsnews.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry. take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker, then log on to www.seniorsnews.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry. Seniors Newspapers general manager Geoff Crockett said the paper was excited to be partnering with Palm Lake Resort on such a fitting competition and he was looking forward to helping judge a lucky winner. “We are looking for the most fun and creative uses of the official Palm Lake Resort sticker,” Mr Crockett said. “Don’t just think you have to stick it
with a great chance to hit the road in style and comfort.” Official competition stickers are available in the Palm Lake Resort Spring 2016 magazine, for collection at any of the Palm Lake Resort sales offices and will be available in selected Seniors Newspapers during September 2016 or can be posted to you by emailing communitynotes@seniors newspaper.com.au before November 18. Entries close on November 25, to be drawn on November 28. Visit www.seniorsnews.com.au
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MONEY TALKS Talking tax Imports and exports Government funding
Making Money
Brexit effect still to be felt
Hoping for a good tax return? Why not make it work for you?
THE reward for tackling this year’s tax return is the prospect of a juicy tax refund. And with a total of $27 billion refunded to individual taxpayers last year, there’s plenty of cash up for grabs. Last financial year saw Australians each receive an average tax refund of about $2000 – not a bad windfall. But no matter how much you get back from the tax man, there are lots of ways to make the money work harder. A survey by comparison site Finder found 40% of us plan to save our refund. One in four (24%) will use the money to pay bills, and 11% will use their tax refund to finance a holiday.
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to 3% on a 12-month term. However without the option to add to your savings, after 12 months the initial deposit would have grown to only $2060. That said, if you don’t trust yourself to avoid dipping into your savings, it may be an option worth considering.
If you earn less than $36,021 this financial year, the government will pay 50 cents into your super for every dollar you contribute using after-tax money, up to a maximum of $500. a refund of $2000 into a high interest saver – then adding an extra $50 each week, you could accumulate $4712 in just 12 months. Check the fine print of your account, as the top rate may only apply for the first few months. Or, you could deposit the same $2000 refund into a term deposit. By shopping around your money could earn up
Low to middle income earners, who use at least part of a refund to grow their super, can really add value to the tax man’s cheque thanks to government co-contributions. If you earn less than $36,021 this financial year, the government will pay 50 cents into your super for every dollar you contribute using after-tax money, up to a maximum
of $500. So adding a $1000 tax refund to your super account can see the government chip in a further $500 – it’s an instant, tax-free return of 50%. The co-contribution reduces as your income increases but you could still be eligible if you earn up to $51,020. Another strategy to get more bang for your tax refund buck is by paying down high-interest debt. Australians owe an average of $3150 per credit card, and by using a $2000 tax refund to pay down the balance, the outstanding balance can be slashed to a more manageable $1150. With a card rate of 15%, you’d also save yourself $300 in interest charges in the first year alone. ■ Paul Clitheroe is a founding director of financial planning firm ipac, Chairman of the Australian Government Financial Literacy Board and chief commentator for Money Magazine.
Service providers TAP into NDIS funds
FOUR local disability service providers in the Clarence and Richmond valleys will receive funding support under the NSW Government’s Transition Assistance Program (TAP) to help them get ready for the roll-out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
From July 1, 2017, the NDIS will be in place across Northern NSW, Mid North Coast and Far West NSW. Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis said the TAP offered $4 million in grant funding to help providers in regional and remote NSW transition to the
scheme and would go towards things like updating business plans or buying software. “The NDIS is a once-in-a-generation reform that will transform the lives of people with disability, particularly those living in regional and remote NSW,” he
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said. “To ensure the transition to the NDIS in regional NSW goes smoothly, the NSW Government is investing even more to help disability service providers get NDIS-ready. “TAP will ensure providers are ready for the change.”
AS A British colony, Australia was heavily reliant on Britain for investment capital and export revenue. Prior to Federation in 1901, Britain bought virtually all our exports (mainly wool and gold), making Australia one of the richest countries in the world per capita. Britain remained our largest export partner until 1940, when it fell to second behind the United States. After the War our export mix changed dramatically, playing a vital role in the reconstruction and re-emergence of Europe and Japan. By 1967, Japan’s hunger for our iron ore and coal made it our largest export partner, remaining in that position until it was superseded by China in 2010. When Britain entered the European Community in 1973, it dismantled its preferential access system for former colonies such as Australia. By that time, however, its impact was relatively minimal given that Britain was buying less than 10% of Australian exports. The surprise Exit vote took the global markets by surprise and ‘risk assets’ like shares, high-yield bonds and commodities (with the exception of gold) were gripped in a wave of panic selling. Markets have calmed, leaving
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investors to digest what it all means. The implications for Britain in the long-term may well be benign or even positive. An exit would remove a layer of bureaucracy that interferes with every aspect of daily life. A renewed sense of independence may well boost spending, investment and employment. As Europe accounts for half of British trade, the lower pound will help British exports. Britain has always been a major source of investment capital for Australia and this may well increase if the Brexit proceeds. On the downside, while Britain negotiates new treaties, short-term disruption and uncertainty will likely cause an economic slowdown and it may also slow growth rates in Europe, which has been stagnant since the GFC. With a new playing field in Britain and Europe it could be worth a review of your investment strategy with your financial planner to ensure you are positioned well for the current times. For more contact Tim Maher at Maher Digby Securities Pty Ltd Financial Advisers – AFSL No. 230559 (see advert Page 3). Ph: 07 5441 1266 or visit our website www.maher digby.com.au
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Only a small proportion will use the cash to splash out at the shops. Tucking your tax refund into a savings account can be a smart move – especially if you use the money to launch a personal savings plan. It’s possible to earn up to 3.4% on cash at present, and by depositing
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JOURNEYS -- International -- National - Your backyard ENJOY!
Please, please don’t eat the daisies
PHOTOS: KERRY HEANEY
Kerry Heaney
IF YOU want to know what the French eat at home, head to a market, especially Nice’s famed Flower Market in the Cours Saleya, just a few blocks back from the Promenade des Anglais. Despite its floral name, this market is bursting with local produce and is ranked by France’s National Council for the Culinary Arts as being one of the country’s best. Once you’ve had your fill, wander through the tight streets of old town Nice, and hunt for souvenirs in the many shops surrounding the markets.
There’s an impressive range of goods on display including wonderfully authentic marzipan fruits which are almost too
realistic. You’ll be tempted by the flavoured and spiced salts, preserved meats and sausages, fruits and vegetables from
Road-tripping in New Zealand PACK up the car or kombi van – Skyscanner’s list of Kiwi-exclusive holiday hotspots will have you driving off into the sunset. Whether it’s a spontaneous weekend away or a well-planned break, it’s normal to gravitate towards the best city spots; and while the buzzing night-life never disappoints, perhaps try your luck with something a little different. New Zealand has some of the world’s best natural wonders, from Milford Sound, considered to be the ‘eighth’ wonder of the world to the Waitomo
the surrounding countryside and Provencale-style pottery. Unlike the market in Australia, there’s not a
huge amount of food to eat straight away, but the area is full of cafes. There’s an age-old shopping protocol here.
Put your selection in one of the silver bowls on the stall and the market stall holder will weigh the goods and charge you by weight. Artists selling paintings of local scenes are scattered among the stalls. They look original, but once you get them home, you’ll find the ‘watercolours’ are actually just prints. The market is held Tuesday to Sunday morning, closed Sunday afternoon and Monday, from 6am to 5.30pm. *Kerry Heaney was a guest of Trafalgar’s Paris to Provence tour. Travel the world bite-by-bite on eatdrinkandbekerry. com.au
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AMAZING ADVENTURE: Lake Taupo is in the caldera of the Taupo Volcano. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
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the Taupo Volcano and is the largest lake by surface area in New Zealand. Lake Taupo is an amazing location for adventure, thrills and living on the edge. CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
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Relaxing Bali retreat
Jan Richards gets pampered and bendy in Bali’s Ubud Jan Richards
HURTLING along on the back of a motorbike – one hand gripping the back of the bike, fingernails of the other biting into the shoulder of the young Indonesian man at the handlebars – might seem an unusual activity for a yoga retreat, but it sure was fun. I focused on the pale beam of light illuminating the track between rice paddies – potholed and wet from the storm still rumbling and flashing in the distance. Eventually I relaxed, laughed, possibly even woo hoo’d, as we bounced along towards the lights of Ubud where the convoy halted and we disembarked, pumped, and waited for the remainder of the group who had walked back from the restaurant. This was my fourth Radiance yoga retreat. Jessie Chapman holds retreats in Byron Bay, Uki (near Mount Warning), FROM PAGE 17
2. The Bay of Islands The Bay of Islands is a stunning subtropical reserve known for its beauty and rich history and is a region that encompasses more than 144 islands by the country’s North Island. Renowned for its spectacular sunsets and boasting one of the best left-hand surf breaks in the world, Ninety-Mile beach is an almost never-ending paradise. You can body board down the famous sand dunes or go four-wheel driving along the beach. 3. Rotorua Hot Pools Rotorua is famous for its geysers, bubbling mud pools, hot thermals and ‘that’ unusual smell. Very few locations on earth produce this kind of natural scent which is created by the sulphur that bubbles from the thermal hot pools spread throughout the area. Don’t worry, the smell isn’t toxic and once you spend a few hours in Rotorua, the aroma fades so make sure to visit Kuirau Park, where you can soak your feet in the hot bubbling mud pools and then watch the spurting hot eruptions at the natural thermal reserve Te Pui. 4. Mount Cook National Park Located on the South
Bali, Spain, Italy and France. And has plans for one in New Zealand. At the Byron and Uki retreats, the emphasis is on yoga, and cleansing the system – no meat, wheat, dairy, coffee, alcohol… Bali is about yoga and pampering, and for me became an exercise in indulgence that added a kilo, while still rendering me very bendy and relaxed. Our Bali retreat days began at 6am with a knock at the door and delivery of a thermos of hot water so we could make a pre-yoga cuppa. We started slow – stretching over bolsters, blankets and blocks – opening up, readying ourselves for the poses. Jessie has the ability to read a class, to feel the energy, and matches the overall flow to the day and to the individual. The focus is personal, and caring. Bad day – assistant Haydie will drape you over a bolster, Island, Mount Cook National Park is the world’s largest international Dark Sky Reserve and is a truly breathtaking location. If you’re coming from the South Island, Mount Cook National Park is only a three-hour drive from Queenstown and a four-hour drive from Christchurch. Tour star gazing and scenic flights are also on offer but remember, pack very warm because this area of New Zealand is already experiencing snow fall. 5. Milford Sound Okay, so it’s probably the most famous natural destination in New Zealand but for a very good reason. Once described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, Milford Sound is a spectacular fiord in New Zealand’s south island. Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages and offers travellers magnificent cliffs, dark waters, mountain peaks and high waterfalls. It often rains in Milford Sound and when it does, the waterfalls flow. Even further down the south island than Mount Cook National Park, Milford Sound will take you just about a 9.5-hour scenic drive from Christchurch.
Radiance Resort, Ubud Bali. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
WITHIN REACH: Bali yoga class.
cover you with a sarong, and regularly check in. On a good day, you find yourself stretching further than you have before, moving into “asanas” you’ve never tried before.
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It sounds like a lot of yoga, 6.30–9am then 4.30–6pm, but the time flies. Over seven days Jessie turns a bunch of yogis – some with virtually no previous practice,
others accomplished – into a group who not only know “savasana” from “tadasana”, but who also know and care about each other and the community. Jessie includes all elements of yoga, not just the poses, but also the meditation and “pranayama” or breathing practices, and they combine to give a sense of calm and connectedness, as well as physical freedom. Got a dodgy knee, bad neck, sore lower back – doesn’t matter. Jessie and Haydie will help you work with it, and make sure you don’t hurt yourself. And if, like me, you’re not up to a handstand or a perfect bridge, that’s okay, she’ll still have you doing the
preparatory positions, and help you push boundaries you have never dared try before. After yoga it’s a big healthy breakfast, well, mostly healthy. I took a liking to the local palm sugar syrup and poured it over pancakes, French toast… The Bali retreat is a yoga, wellness and pampering retreat, and there was no shortage of pampering included. We visited ultra-luxurious five-star spas and indulged in massages, scrubs and even a flower bath. These trips also included a-la-carte lunches, and just plain lounging around the plunge pools, swimming pools, jacuzzis… Afternoon yoga was restorative. Gently opening chests, lower backs, upper backs, shoulders, assisted by blankets, bolsters and blocks, and topped off with eye pads. During the evening there was often yoga nidra – to put us in the mood for relaxing sleep. The author paid for all her costs.*
Glow worms light up the Waitomo Caves.
Rotorua’s thermal pools a crowd-pleaser.
Milford Sound is tucked away, so no matter where in New Zealand you’re coming from, it’s going to be a relatively long journey. Organise to hire a camper van for your travels, something that spacious and comfortably sleeps your crew. 6. Waitomo Caves A must-see - Waitomo Caves is situated beneath the green hills of Waitomo. A breathtaking natural landscape, make the journey underground to view the sink-holes and rivers where natural glow worms light up the Waitomo Caves. Perfect road trip for the kids, the drive time from Auckland will be about three hours south and for those of you travelling from Wellington, it will be approximately six hours north-west. What’s so interesting about this destination is that this particular type of glow worm can only be found in New Zealand, with
drive west of Christchurch. The Glacier is currently 12 km long and finishes 19 km from the Tasman Sea. It’s only a five-hour drive from Christchurch and about 10.5 hours from Wellington and 18 hours from Auckland. Make sure to take a break at Kaitaia, famous for fresh crayfish and Hanmer Spring.
thousands of these tiny creatures forming a beautiful luminescent light. You can experience these caves by boat tours, blackwater rafting, abseiling and even zip-lining. 7. Franz Josef Glacier A World Heritage Area, Franz Josef Glacier is a magnificent river of ice located about one hour
This natural beauty is popular for those keen to get up and close with the glacier. Take a guided ice walk, heli-hike or aerial sightseeing in order to witness the stretch of rainforests, waterfalls, and lakes. Another tucked away hidden gem – organise a van with a kitchen and eating area.
WATERFALL WONDERLAND: Beautiful year round, spectacular in wet weather. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED
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Caves under Krakow More to this Polish city than meets the eye Phil Hawkes
KRAKOW, Poland. One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, listed as a World Heritage site. With impressive monuments, churches and fine architecture untouched by war, it should be on every traveller’s bucket list. There’s more to Krakow than meets the eye, however. Just outside the city, deep below ground level is Wieliczka, the site of a 900-year-old salt mine which is, today, open to visitors, in fact more than 1½ million a year. Here are some interesting facts about the Wieliczka Salt Mine: ■ Settlement of the area began in the Neolithic period 5000 years ago, when salt was extracted from brine. ■ In the 13th century, rock salt was discovered and the first shaft constructed. ■ In the Middle Ages salt was a valuable trading commodity (grey gold) used especially for food preservation. Krakow’s wealth and
strategic importance gained. ■ In the last nine centuries, 7.5 million cubic metres of salt have been extracted. ■ The mine today has nine floors from 64 metres to 327 metres underground. ■ Tours reach a depth of 130 metres to the 3rd level, only 3% of the workings. ■ Awarded World Heritage status in 1978, now nearly two million visitors a year. ■ There’s a full-size chapel underground and regular mass is held.
■ The Salt Mine Health Resort offers medical services and a wellness program. Back on the surface, there are so many things to do in a short stay in Krakow that choices are difficult. Schindler’s Factory will bring back memories of the famous movie and is well worth a visit. From daytime touring to nocturnal activities, from shopping to musical events, Krakow is possibly the finest example of a medieval and Baroque city in Europe, whether above or below the ground.
PHOTOS: BOGUMIL KRUZEL
Escape to Margaret River this November MARGARET River Gourmet Escape will showcase an impressive program of new and exciting events from November 18 to 20. It’s the festival’s fifth anniversary, and more than 40 leading food and wine personalities from across the globe will join headliner Nigella Lawson to promote Western Australia’s best at brunches, lunches, dinners, tastings, sundowners and more. It is an opportunity to meet, greet and taste dishes cooked by some of the world’s best chefs including: ■ Joan Roca ■ Isaac McHale ■ Dominique Crenn ■ Peter Gilmore ■ Ana Roš Along with Western Australian locals Aaron Carr, of Vasse Felix, Seth James, of Wills Domain, and Hadleigh Troy, of Restaurant Amusé, Perth. Influential wine personalities, including wine writer and winemaker James Halliday, wine writer Joe Czerwinski and
award-winning mixologist Tony Conigliaro. They will share their knowledge and educate wine lovers and aficionados with world class wines, beer and exclusively brewed spirits from WA. A range of fresh faces this year sees the addition of new and exciting events, including incredible once-in-alifetime dining experiences and chef collaborations with local, national and international chefs, presenting their signature cuisines in stunning locations across the region. A visit to the festival is not complete without a visit to the Gourmet Village, located in the stunning surrounds of the renowned Leeuwin Estate Winery, which comes alive with a vast offering of restaurant dishes, cooking demonstrations, hands-on master-classes, thought-provoking food and wine conversations, live music and book signings.
Feel the sand between your toes at Audi’s Gourmet Beach Barbecue. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED
Enjoy local and international flavours with a stunning backdrop.
The impressive line-up of chefs and wine experts will join artisan producers, winemakers and brewers as they meet, greet and educate visitors in the world of food and wine. Favourite events returning to the festival will include: ■ Audi Gourmet Beach Barbecue ■ Feast in the Forest at the Safari Club at Leeuwin Estate ■ Fraser Gallop Long
Aaron Carr at the helm, The Vasse Felix restaurant has long set the benchmark for winery restaurants in Australia. Expect the synergy of kitchen talent to produce a sublime dinner with unforgettable Vasse Felix wines. Whatever your passion, indulge in long-table lunches in the vines to once-in-a-lifetime dinners, from world-class wine tastings to fire-fuelled
Lunch and Sundown Soiree ■ Shorehouse aboard Kimberley Quest II ■ Cape Mentelle International Cabernet Tasting and Long Lunch ■ Augusta Seafood Discovery Lunch ■ Brunch with the Best at Voyager Estate Among the most popular events is Audi’s Local Origins being held at Vasse Felix. With executive chef
VILLAGE VIBE: The festival’s hub comes alive at night.
forest feasts, the festival provides unforgettable dining experiences, food and wine for every taste. Or simply kick off your shoes and feel the sand between your toes at the best beach barbecue you’ll ever see. The full program is available at www.gourmetescape. com.au and tickets are available through www.ticketek.com.au/ gourmetescape.
Collaboration dinners are an event highlight.
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what’s on
CAPTIVATING AUDIENCES Live theatre entertainment Exhibitions Gala shows Markets and gardens
Something for everyone Exciting new centre to keep the community entertained PARK Lane Theatre at the Lennox Community Centre is one of the Northern Rivers’ most exciting new venues. Located conveniently in the Lennox Head Village Centre, the centre is best placed to bring a variety-filled entertainment program with the entire community in mind, introducing an incredible array of music, film, theatre, dance, community events and more. This month we invite you to enjoy some cosy indoor activities, away from the winter winds! ■ Thursday, August 25 – Film screening ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ (1953) Rated G ■ Friday, August 26 Sunday, August 28 – Theatre production ‘Night Letters’ ■ Sunday, September 10 – Film screening ‘Amelie’ (2001) Rated M
■ Thursday, September 22 – Film screening ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ (2011) Rated PG ■ All film session prices: $12 adults / $9 concession / $25 families / $5 children
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The Lennox Community Centre also has an array of activities for all ages throughout the week. The Lennox Community Centre also has an array of activities for all ages throughout the week. These include stretch classes (Tuesdays), Dance for Parkinsons (every 2nd Tues), Lifeworks Pilates (Men’s class Tuesdays, unisex Thursdays), Yin Yoga
ON STAGE: Park Lane Theatre at Lennox Community Centre is hosting its first theatre production, Night Letters. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
(Fridays), Country Women’s Association (Monday), Lennox Head Community Markets (2nd
& 5th Sunday of the month), Ballina Uniting Church (1st & 3rd Sunday of the month), and more!
For a full listing of what’s on at the Community Centre, or to buy tickets for our
upcoming events, visit www.communityspaces. com.au or phone 02 6687 6291.
Nature-inspired designs Markets galore for you to
explore and grab a bargain
BALLINA creative couple, designer/printmaker Leonie Lane and ceramicist John Stewart have combined their complementary skills to produce an installation of vases and wallpaper designs informed by a shared love of their immediate environment.
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Vases and wallpaper designs informed by a shared love of the immediate environment. Their exhibition Outside > Inside: ceramic vases and wallpaper designs uses images and forms inspired by their garden, nearby paddocks, rainforest pockets, flood plains and big skies, on objects and surfaces designed for interiors about their ‘habitat’. They bring their different toolboxes and decades of creative experience to unique designs that are
CREATIVE: Sacred ibis on disused Eltham railway viaduct.
relevant to our immediate world. John’s elegant slip-cast wall and table vases with their integrated anodised aluminium and glass test tubes are surfaced with ceramic decals. These sit on and with Leonie’s digitally printed patterned wallpaper backgrounds. Together they form a unique interpretation of our
immediate landscape. ■ Launch Event: Thursday, September 1, 2016, 5.30-7.30pm. ■ Exhibition: The exhibition will run from August 31 until September 25. Northern Rivers Community Gallery is at 44 Cherry St, Ballina. Visit nrcg@ballina.nsw.gov.au, or call 02 6681 6167.
THE Quota Club of Alstonville is holding a Craft and Garden Fair at the Alstonville Leisure Centre on Saturday and Sunday, August 27 and 28. There is a large variety of activities and stalls for everyone. On the day there will be handmade crafts, kids activities, garden pavilion, plant sales, more than 90 stalls, barbecue and cafe, guest speakers and demonstrations. You can enter the ‘decorate your boots’ competition! This event is used to help raise awareness and much-needed funds for depression and suicide prevention. Cost: $5 entry fee. Alstonville Leisure and Entertainment Centre, Commercial Road, Alstonville. For more information phone Robyn Powell on 0418 183 207.
LENNOX COMMUNITY MARKETS
IT IS located directly behind the Lennox Head central business district in the grounds of the Community Centre, allowing you to combine a visit to beautiful Lennox Head with the Lennox Community Market. Next market is on September 11 and then every month on the second Sunday until December 11. The stallholders work with management to ensure the best market possible, with shoppers always offered great products at fair prices, in a beautiful setting, while spending time with friends and family. Lennox Community Market is part of the ongoing fundraising initiative for Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter in the Northern Rivers. Cost: Free entry. Phone: 6687 4086.
BYRON FARMERS’ MARKET
AT BYRON Bay and Bangalow Farmers Markets, our stall holders are best able to meet consumer needs because farmers and producers are local, meaning freshness and savings on many levels, as our food is not transported for long distances. Informed choices can be made. Organic growers work alongside conventional producers as members of the Byron Farmers Market Association. The association guarantees product integrity and strives to supply a balanced market place for its customers while creating a sustainable, viable business venture for the members. Byron Bay Thursday 8-11am Butler Street Reserve and Bangalow Saturday - 8-11am behind Bangalow Hotel. Phone: 6687 1137 or info@byronfarmers market.com.au
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CURE ALL: Brian O’Toole believes a simple mix of paw paw leaves and aloe vera is an ‘elixir of life’.
Arthritis sufferer concocts a potion
health-giving qualities of the paw paw fruit. “Most Australians enjoy paw paw (papaya) simply because it is delicious but, increasingly, research is showing that the health benefits of paw paw may be even greater than its delicious taste,” says writer Rob Schneider. “In fact, paw paw and paw paw-derived products are increasingly used for a variety of medicinal and therapeutic purposes both by natural health practitioners and in conventional medicine.” Brian has freely published the recipe for his “elixir” and does not profit from its production – in fact, he’s happy to give it away. His recipe: Chop up six paw paw leaves and stalks, and boil for 35 minutes in three litres of good water, then strain, place in container and refrigerate. Into half a glass of this liquid, scrape two inches of aloe vera, adding a spoonful of honey to make it more palatable. He recommends drinking three half-glasses per day. It should be noted that the mix is not a recognised medicine and hasn’t been cleared by the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
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FOR 16 years, Bilambil Heights resident Brian O’Toole has been promoting what he calls his “elixir of life”. Brian’s “potion”, discovered in Fiji, is a simple mix of paw paw leaves and aloe vera ingredients. This drink enables him to feel much younger than his 80 years, he says. “I have indeed discovered the elixir of life,” he said. “People in our region are taking my simple formula to beat cancer. “It will empty a huge amount of beds – just take four million arthritis sufferers for a start.” Brian suffered from arthritis and an enlarged prostate when he first started taking the mixture. “I was 60 then and it gave me a whole new start in life,” he said. “In four weeks, my arthritis was gone – so was my enlarged prostate. “I’ve been a messenger for this ever since. “I take it regularly for a top-up. “I call this the elixir of life because it gives your whole system a boost. “It’s getting tremendous results all round. “It does work. It can’t do you any harm.” Natural therapists have long espoused the
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