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Doing life differently Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor LIFE has changed in a heartbeat.

Some six weeks ago, I took a month’s holiday leave. I love the rural parts of Bali, the gentle culture, the flowers and rice terraces and it’s one of the places that is always on my agenda when I think of having a break.

However, news had started to circulate about a dangerous virus, its rate of transmission and related quarantine periods. Fortunately I stayed at home.

The decision to stay at home in Australia led me to find some great local places – places that I may well have never visited had I travelled overseas.

Likewise, while I’m at home, I’m endeavouring to do things that would otherwise have passed me by.

For instance, I’m looking forward to playing a few card games with the family, practising my quiz game skills and

doing online yoga lessons. Who knows, I may even cook up some intricate meals – though that would be a stretch (I relinquished much of my home-cooking skills when the kids left home).

Most of all, I have promised myself to stay calm in this time of chaos and challenges and as an elder in society act as a role model for younger generations.

As Seniors News editor, I look forward to giving you some fine reading material. This month, it’s great to be able to feature Wally Lewis’s (aka, the King) warm smile on our front page. Wally is in good company with a range of other personalities whose meaningful lives, I’m sure, will make inspiring reading.

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Life perspective that’s fit Footy legend tackles ageing in style ALMOST 30 years since he last pulled on a Maroons jersey, Wally Lewis is in a very good place.

Fresh from celebrating his 60th birthday late last year, the man hailed as one of the greatest rugby league players of all time says these days he is more comfortable enjoying life as a husband, father and grandfather than a State of Origin legend.

His media career is going from strength to strength, the health scares of more than 10 years ago are behind him and he’s even signed up as an ambassador for George Hartnett Metropolitan Funerals.

“I’m certainly in a very good place at the moment,” Wally reveals.

“I’m very comfortable with life and have reached the point where I’ve realised that I’m not afraid of

growing old.

“It wasn’t something I ever expected, but it’s a nice place to be.”

Wally says his health battles before being diagnosed with epilepsy in 2006 started reshaping his outlook on life and the arrival of grandchildren had been another big step before his 60th birthday last December.

His current collaboration with George Hartnett Metropolitan Funerals on its “Live in the moment: Live on in the memory” campaign had also helped him put life and death in perspective as it urges people to think about how they would like to be remembered after they die.

Wally says the question made him stop and consider what was important to him.

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I’ve reached the point where I’ve realised that I’m not afraid of growing old. sportspeople, when they are going through the highs of their career, see themselves as being invincible, and I was no different,” he said.

“I was 10-foot tall and bulletproof but you get to a point in your life where you really have to stop and consider what’s important and how you want to be remembered after you die.

“I had a serious health

Wally has been a keen golfer for almost 40 years, and is a regular sight at the Wynnum course.

scare before I was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2006 and it made me seriously think about my own mortality.

“I had struggled with epilepsy for many years but it took having a seizure on national television to make me confront it. While I wouldn’t call that a highlight of my life, it did change me forever. When you get to experience something like

that, it gives you an appreciation of the time you have in this world and how you want to spend it with those closest to you. That can never be undervalued.

“I sat down and considered how I wanted to be remembered and I realised I already knew most of the answers.

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than my football career. First and foremost, I’d like to be remembered as a good husband, a good father and a good grandad.

“My own dad was a huge part of my life and I hope I’ve lived up to that example.

“I’d also like to be remembered for my personal struggle with epilepsy and work in raising awareness of the condition.”

Shooting a video for the funeral home campaign took Wally back to Bill Cash Memorial Park, in the Brisbane suburb of Cannon Hill, where he and his brothers played for the Cannon Hill Stars after their parents, Jim and June, bought their first home nearby. It was there his rugby league career began at the age of six and he said memories came flooding back as he sat beside the field.

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for a King area very well. I went to school just 250 metres from the field and I drive past virtually every night on my way home from work and look at it and remember plenty of good times,” Wally said.

“I have so many special memories of that ground but one that stands out is the coaches saying, ‘When you go onto the field proudly wear the jersey and proudly display it and let that play a role in your performance’.’’

“That was something that stuck with me all these years later when I was pulling on a Maroons jersey – be proud of the jersey and let it show in how you play the game.”

These days, Wally is more likely to be found on the golf course after becoming “hooked” on the sport while playing with Brisbane club Valleys.

“Valleys coach Ross Strudwick and a player by the name of Ian Sommer used to play golf every week

and one day I asked them, ‘Why do you play golf?,” Wally explained. “They said it eased the tension, gave them something to think about besides footy and it was fun.

“So I gave it a go and quickly found out that was an accurate assessment and I’m still playing almost 40 years later.”

Despite not getting on the course as much as he would like, Wally said he was welcomed with open arms every time he headed for a round at Wynnum course.

“No one looks twice because they’re used to seeing me. That’s what I like about it,” he said.

“I’d love to be playing more often and had a dream of getting my handicap down to single figures but the best I achieved was 11 and now it’s out to 17.’’

He might be busy with his television career and other media commitments but Wally said these days his

family came first.

“They are the centre of my universe. The births of Jamie-Lee and her brothers, Mitchell and Lincoln, are the proudest moments of my life. I’ll be honest, I cried my eyes out every time.”

He said his new outlook on life included a new perspective on dying.

“I think most people fear death – it’s inevitable but not something you are ever going to invite into your life earlier than it should be,” he said.

“I don’t want to die – I’m having too much fun growing old. These days my life is all about family and there’s nothing I love more than having them all over for a barbecue or a game of footy, playing with the grandkids and just spending time together.

“Those are the memories I want them to keep of me when I’m gone.”

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LOYAL SERVANT Kathy Quirk at Herberton Hospital, where she spent 51 years as an enrolled nurse. She started her career there after growing up in the town.

Nursing stalwart moving on Tracey Johnstone OVER 50 years, recently retired nurse Kathy Quirk has seen the landscape of the Atherton Tableland town of Herberton change ever so slowly as she watched the ebb and flow of the generations.

At the far end of the town where it might take no more than a few minutes to drive from one end to the other, we sit in an old-fashioned timber booth in the quirky Jacaranda Coffee Lounge savouring our tea and coffee, hidden from the searing north Queensland heat.

It’s just along the street from the Royal Hotel and the little convenience store that services the town’s 900 residents. Follow the road either way alongside Wild River, up the hill to find Mount St Bernard boarding school, three churches, a historic village and the Herberton Mining Museum overflowing with historical treasures.

Kathy sits with her chin tilted down, eyes on the table, wary of the tape recorder, hoping no one she knows will stroll in.

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Kathy Quirk in the early days of her impressive nursing career.

old has been an enrolled nurse at Herberton Hospital for 50, actually as of March it is now 51, extraordinary years.

She’s a shy, quietly spoken indigenous woman who is reticent to talk about herself until you invite her to speak about her time working in her hometown

hospital. Then Kathy’s chin lifts, her voice rises a notch and her eyes sparkle with pride.

“Families that I have known over the 50 years or so come over and ask if I am still working,” she said.

“I have to stop and think, who are you? Then they have to tell me their name

because I forget. I meet so many people.

“I have nursed a lot of people in the old hospital and they have had babies.

Now those kids are fathers and mothers themselves.”

It was Kathy’s first job after leaving Herberton State School and it’s remained her only job throughout her working life.

Once Kathy finished high school she went looking for a job. She knew it would be hard to find one locally.

There was only a college, school, hospital and small businesses and not enough jobs to go around.

At that time Herberton Hospital delivered general care to the surrounding Atherton Tableland population that was farming the rich soil or working in mining.

A family affair Kathy always wanted to be a nurse. She had a dream of working at Cootharinga in Townsville, which provides support to children and adults with disabilities.

But really, she didn’t want to leave the town where her single mother and five siblings were still living, and where the family’s generations before lived.

“Mum worked hard and

supported us,” Kathy said.

She cleaned the local pub for many years before securing the cleaning job at the Herberton Hospital.

Luckily for Kathy her mother found out the matron was looking for a nurse’s aide. Kathy got the job on a three-month trial.

“From there I just stuck it out,” Kathy said.

“It was like a family thing.”

Her mother worked at the hospital for some 30 years.

One of her sisters also worked there for 20 years in the laundry and kitchen.

Kathy worked as an unregistered nurse’s aide for about 10 years before she headed 100km down the hill to the TAFE college in Cairns to do her nursing certification course. She remembers the early days of the busy maternity ward and when some mothers had to adopt out their babies.

“We got attached to those little babies; it was sad when we had to say goodbye to them,” Kathy said.

With progress comes change Gone are those days as the hospital changed dramatically about 35 years ago. While the town’s history has been proudly preserved, its population

gradually depleted as the nature of the farming and mining changed, and the commercial and social centre of the region moved to the nearby town of Atherton.

All the general and maternity care was moved 15 minutes along the ridge to the major health hub at Atherton District Memorial Hospital, leaving Herberton Hospital with 38 beds for aged care and palliative care patients.

“It’s hard, as when they get in there all they want to do is go home,” Kathy mused about the mainly former farmers.

Kathy has happily stayed as an enrolled nurse working on the frontline.

“I find I can do better with hands-on nursing,” she said.

What lies ahead “I could have worked another 12 months, but then I thought, it’s time to get out and enjoy my life as I have spent more than half my life working at the hospital. I feel I have had enough.”

Kathy said she would take with her many lovely memories of her time at the hospital and of some of the patients, particularly those who didn’t have family visit them until it was too late.

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New look into dementia risk Brain ageing clinic project seeks fresh solutions Tracey Johnstone

BEHAVIOUR FOCUS: Dr Sam Manger, of the Healthy Brain Ageing Clinic, is working on a model for the delivery of Lifestyle Medicine to combat diseases such as dementia.

COAST seniors are becoming shining examples of the positive effects of Lifestyle Medicine through their participation in the Healthy Brain Ageing Clinic (HBAC) research project.

Over the next five years, every week a cohort of volunteers is being accepted into a free program that will take them through a series of activities aimed at reducing a person’s risk of dementia. The researchers will also be looking at the causes of cognitive decline and dementia.

President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr Sam Manger, is one of the University of the Sunshine

Coast’s Mind and Neuroscience Thompson Institute researchers working on developing from project data a model for the delivery of Lifestyle Medicine as the first line of defence for chronic diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

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“Some of my patients find it difficult to change their lifestyle behaviours for a variety of reasons and so health coaching and peer support are crucial,’’ Dr Manger said. It is only

relatively recently that the components of Lifestyle Medicine have been recognised as important to both healthy ageing and healthy brain ageing.

“There isn’t as yet any models on how to do it and exactly what impact we will see from this type of intervention,” Dr Manger said.

By 2050 the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare predicts there will be one million people in Australia with dementia.

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Veterans’ getaway opened Tracey Johnstone THE start of a renewed support program for returned veterans and first responders will take place at Alaric Outback Retreat in Adavale as soon as the coronavirus pandemic restrictions are lifted.

Providing a place for similarly experienced men and women from all generations to meet in a supported environment, much in the same way as they would meet in a drop-in centre, can make the world of difference to serving defence force personnel, veterans and first responders with PTSD. “You can go out there

where you aren’t in the same place looking at the same things,” said Alaric president Ted Robinson, 71, who at age 17 served in the army’s 102nd and 105th Batteries during the Vietnam War in 1968 and 1969.

“It’s very quiet. Calming.

Other people are there who understand and know what you are going through. We don’t offer counselling; it’s done by somebody there who knows what you are going through.”

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had about seven men and women talk to him about their problems.

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The Hut at Adavale will be turned into the retreat for veterans and others.

what’s in their mind.”

Ted remembers from the early days a bloke dropping into the veterans’ centre at Maroochydore.

He didn’t remember the fellow, but he did remember the message the veteran had for Ted – “I have just come back from Alaric; it saved my life. Thanks”.

The original Alaric Outback Retreat was located nearby but after 14 years access to that property has ceased, forcing the charitable group to find a new site.

Drive due west of the Sunshine Coast for about 12 hours across the flat open Outback along the Warrego Highway to the little town of Adavale, which, on a good day, has a population of maybe 20 people. It’s about 100km to the next town.

Luckily about 20 years ago Ted stopped there for a cool ale. Not long after that,

Ted and some mates bought two town blocks. On it was a 1920s hut with what Ted describes as about two inches of horse manure in it that needed cleaning out.

“We bought it for $200 off the council as they had reclaimed it because of rates,” Ted said.

“We are going to transfer everything over there and turn that into the retreat.”

Ted said the quaint hut would stay and be the relaxed meeting place for visiting veterans and responders, who could set up camp nearby or stay in a provided donga.

Nearby is the town pub, which serves meals.

“Adavale sits on about 3000 acres. People can do what they like on the Common. There are great fishing holes nearby. They can ride motorbikes over the Common.

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sport and recreation club that has tennis courts and does socials every week or two.

“It will still be a retreat, going out to the Outback and leaving all your problems behind, but we won’t be providing that level of accommodation that we did at Alaric.”

A nominal fee to stay at Adavale will be charged for the veterans, first responders and their family members.

As Ted loads up the work truck to head back out west to continue preparing for the start of a new era for Alaric Outback Retreat, the bighearted soul admits helping his fellow man is in his DNA. “(Alaric) has saved so many people’s lives and it’s well known around Australia; we can’t let it die.”

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Organised for support Sixteen years ago a charity started that endures today Tracey Johnstone SENIOR Citizen of the Year 2020 is The Board Meeting Surf Charity volunteer chair of 16 years Mark Skinner, whose passion for this Coast charity continues unabated.

“There was 23 wonderful people (on the awards stage) who have given an enormous amount of their life to charity and I didn’t think I would have a shot,” Mark, 65, said.

The charity raises funds to support disabled children and their families.

It started with three mates – Mark, lawyer Guy Gibbons and special needs teacher Mike Belknap.

It was Mike’s son Ty who was the first recipient of the charity’s work.

Ty, who has Down syndrome, qualified for an international swimming event in Ireland.

They needed to raise $1500 to send Ty to the annual event. The mates put on a surf competition, with 30 friends paying $50 each to participate.

“The following year the Down syndrome association rang me and said we had done such a great job, and now three kids from the Sunny Coast had qualified for the world titles in Budapest,” Mark said.

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“We have an approach that once a family becomes a beneficiary of the charity, they are with us until the child turns 18,” Mark said.

It’s what he finds is the most rewarding part of his volunteer work – supporting the young kids and watching their lives change for the better.

Last month the charity launched the unique Coast service that provides a transfer vehicle for children.

“It’s a wheelchair-fitted van that can take kids to medical appointments with their parents or siblings because we have found a lot of them are single parents and don’t have vehicles,” Mark said. “A volunteer driver picks up the family, takes them to their appointment and then takes them back home.”

Recently a board member charity donated an old car to a family with seven children, five of them with severe autism, that didn’t have a car and moved them into public housing so they could be closer to public facilities.

His wife Bev, who has backed Mark up every step of the way, helped set up the flat with furniture and household staples.

That was a personal contribution. Using online communication and a supporter’s office for monthly meetings, the charity is successfully run

HONOURED: Senior Citizen of the Year Mark Skinner with his wife and right-hand helper, Bev.

only by volunteers such as Mark. Even though Mark has a full-time role with his national advertising company, he can spend at peak times between 15 and 20 hours a week leading The Board Meeting Surf Charity as it grows, signing up more sponsors and supporters, organising events and communicating with charity applicants.

After his cancer scare seven years ago and the ensuing back surgery, getting out on the water has been difficult. He put on 20 kilos and bought a bigger board so he can still hit the

waves from time to time.

Surrounded in his lounge room by a multitude of goods that have been collected for fundraising events, Mark said when it came to stepping back from the chair role, “I will keep going for a few more years.

“We don’t have in place someone ready to take over, but we are grooming people now. But don’t think he will walk away when the time comes. I will stay around; I can’t see any reason not to.”

A big part of his role is managing the five events the charity holds each year.

“I feel very rewarded to

The Board Meeting Surf Charity stalwart Mark Skinner is congratulated by Maroochy RSL president Michael Liddelow and Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson.

be doing the charity work,” he added. The 2020 Surf Show and Shine fundraising event is on April 18-19.

The first day will involve a 6pm Sunset Kombi Convoy

and Beach Cinema. The next day, at Mooloolaba, will feature a Kombi cavalcade.

The Legends Lunch is on May 8, with guest speaker Joel Parkinson.

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Nurturing youth for change Tracey Johnstone

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GUIDING LIGHT: OzGREEN's Sue Lennox passes on some of her vast environmental knowledge to one of her YOUth LEADing the World river health students.

SENIORS are walking sideby-side with much younger generations as they tackle sustainability solutions that are impacting the lives of all ages.

Their leader is environmental educator Sue Lennox, NSW’s 2020 Senior Australian of the Year nominee and co-founder of the non-profit environmental action organisation OzGREEN. “As elders I think we have a huge responsibility to be stepping up to tackle this,” Sue, 67, said of her generation.

“I think they have a responsibility to make a difference in this conversation and that is why I am turning my energy to my generation.

“We have life experience and we have valuable understanding; we need to bring that to tackle this huge challenge that we face.

“Some people say what we actually need to do is treat it almost like World War II; we actually need to re-engineer our society as if we are getting ready for war.

“That’s the level of change we have got to do.

There are elders that have that experience, have lived that.”

Within OzGREEN’s main program, YOUth LEADing the World, there are local facilitators aged from 14 to 70.

It’s a participative program that aims to equip young people within a local area with the solutions and tools to tackle sustainability and to drive change.

“We have many grandparents who have stepped up and retired professionals who want to put energy into this,” Sue said.

“What I love is I hear consistently from the young people that they don’t want to work in a completely youth-run program.”

The young ones were still the leaders, she said, but they were voicing how much they valued the input of adults and other older people.

Down the south coast in Illawarra, far from Bellingen on the north coast of NSW where Sue sits in her car busily fielding phone calls and emails while talking

about her outstanding OzGREEN programs, she talked about a new program called Green Shoots, which is gaining momentum.

All around there the summer bushfires have hurt the communities.

Young and old are stressed and distressed by what they saw, right in front of them, as the killer bushfires ravaged their land and animals.

“It’s about helping young people understand what is going on in the world and then walk with them as they shift from that sense of despair into one of using that energy to become change leaders and work passionately for the kind of world they want to be part of,” Sue said.

From learning about what is happening in their community and how they can change it for the better, the young people are being encouraged by their facilitators to come up with

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As elders I think we have a responsibility to step up.

their own strategies and actions for change.

“The local facilitators then walk beside (the young people) as they implement their plans,” Sue added.

“This group of young people are coming up with the most outstanding and impressive work.

“I am thinking, all right, I am going to have to recalibrate my sense of what is possible.”

Sue plans to run this new leadership program in up to 50 communities, all of which have been impacted by the bushfires over the past months.

OzGREEN is looking for this program to have more facilitators and supporters, including seniors.

Time to step up The former teacher of 30 years is becoming increasingly alarmed by what was thought could happen in the future, but really, she said, it was happening now.

Youth are the key to the

future, but Sue also admits her generation, that is seniors, needs to now step up and become involved in change for the better.

Sue wants seniors to start meeting regularly, perhaps once a month, to talk about what they can do to protect their local environment and how they can implement change.

“Our air, water, food, climate, energy, waste and even our health – all of the things we need to sustain our lives,” Sue said.

Coined Living Communities, Sue said: “I am looking for partners, for community people and organisations that see this as a great idea and want to partner with OzGREEN.” Being prepared for the worst Organising the community to deal with the changes we are experiencing in our environment and health is Sue’s next challenge.

She has written a program, Fostering Community Resilience, around disaster preparedness; being prepared and working with your neighbours.

“It’s not just about planning, it’s also about learning,” Sue said.

The program is currently being piloted in four NSW locations with the support of the NSW Office of Emergency Management.

“We will be training local people to work in their own communities,” Sue said.

“I see there could be a really great role for seniors to play in this program. You might not be able to get out and fight fires, but you could certainly get organised in your local area and get your community together and work through this structured program.

“What we are looking for are partners and support.”

Understanding the future Sue believes that every senior needs to be informed about climate change, not by hearsay but by reliable, trustworthy sources, particularly scientific ones.

“We need to do due diligence,” she said.

“We are living with it now, and it’s only going to get worse.’’

For more information or to contact Sue, go to ozgreen.org/contact.

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Community group guide TO ALLOW for readers’ requests for the publication of more neighbourhood news, please keep notices short (100 word max). If you would like to submit a photo ensure it is at least 180dpi or 500kb to 1mb in size and of faces. Email editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au.

NOTE: As many events are being cancelled due to the coronavirus situation, please check directly with the club/group organiser to ensure the following details are still current.

FRIENDSHIP FORCE CEO of Friendship Force International, Jeremi Snook, was hosted with his family here on the Sunshine Coast for four nights.

He met with our two patrons of the club – Mayor Mark Jamieson and Fiona Simpson MP – on March 2

and gave them both a Friendship Force International pin, which bears the logo signifying the circle of communities in the world.

In return, Fiona Simpson gave him something that all Australian’s love – a packet of Tim Tams and a box of Darryl Lea chocolate ginger.

Our club is preparing to host 14 members from Long Island, USA, for seven nights and to show them some of the wonderful areas of the Sunshine Coast through the spirit of genuine hospitality.

TERRIFIC TRIO: Denise Baker, Sue Anderson and Claire Seddon at the Caloundra Evening VIEW Club’s recent High Tea.

Unfortunately, 14 of our members have had to cancel our journeys to the clubs in Japan and South Korea in April due to the spread of coronavirus.

To find out more about Friendship Hosting, Cultural Exchange on the Sunshine Coast, go to friendshipforce sunshinecoast.org.au/.

VIEW CLUBS Buderim WE WOULD like to inform all members that our meetings and lunches have been cancelled until the end of June at this stage.

Caloundra THE Incredible services provided by Bloomhill Cancer Centre were

explained to the Caloundra Evening VIEW Club members at their March dinner. Clinical nursing manager Trish Wilson gave an insight into the work of the centre, to the amazement of ladies present. The organisation has a 10-acre sanctuary of beautiful rainforest where

clients may relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

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LOVELY LADIES: Debra Morgan, Doreen Calvert and Julie Williams at the Caloundra Evening VIEW Club’s High Tea.

Caloundra Evening VIEW Club members enjoy High Tea at Parklands Tavern in early March.

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by a doctor, psychologists, occupational and physiotherapists, dietitians and exercise physiologists.

During treatment clients are able to access help with gardening, babysitting, transport and inexpensive meals from the cafe. Cancer recurrence rates are greatly reduced by exercise and Bloomhill provides exercise classes, yoga and tai chi as well as meditation, massage and acupuncture. They also host the largest prostate

cancer support group in Australia. While some government funding is available, the bulk of financial support is derived from the $2.3 million raised by their op shops on the Coast and is bolstered by more than 97,000 hours of volunteer work. Trish challenged the public to support their op shops and consider volunteering at the centre. VIEW clubs are an arm of The Smith Family, which supports disadvantaged students in our area. If you are looking

to make a difference in a very friendly environment, phone Secretary Sue on 0403 504 408.

Maroochydore LOOKING to make friendships and serve your community at the same time? If so, join the Maroochydore VIEW club or come as a guest.

We meet for lunch every fourth Friday of the month on the second floor of the Maroochydore Surf Club.

Phone Maggie on 0418 793 906 or Sheila on 0451 397 719.

WE WOULD like to inform all of our patrons that due to the current health crisis, the concert on April 4 for Guide Dogs Queensland is cancelled. Please refer to our website for our events calendar for future concert dates. Go to sccb.org.au.

NOOSA FOLK DANCERS WE ARE a happy, friendly group who, from April 24, will be meeting every Friday at the Catholic Parish Hall, 5

Moorindil St, Tewantin, from 9.30am-11.30am. Everyone is welcome to come along and have fun learning traditional folk dances from around the world. Cost $8/ week. Contact Philippa on 0417 780 016.

SUNSHINE COAST COMPUTER CLUB INC DUE to the coronavirus (COVID-19), all meetings have been cancelled until further notice.

For any further information, phone the Club Information Line on

07 5492 1005, go to sccc.org.au or email the club at sccc@internode.on.net.

COOLUM SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB WE MEET every Monday from 11.30am-3.30pm at Coolum Civic Centre.

Activities include card games, indoor bowls, board games and bingo. Day bus trips and guest speakers are organised on a regular basis.

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plus afternoon tea. Your first attendance is complimentary. Visitors to the Sunshine Coast are most welcome. For further information contact president Connie on 07 5450 6010 or secretary Louise 0420 331 948, or email coolumbeachdsc @gmail.com.

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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP IF YOU are grieving the loss of a loved one come along to our Grief Support Morning Tea on the last Wednesday of the month at 10am. The next will be on Wednesday, April 27. This informal gathering meets in Connections on King, Buderim Uniting Church, Cnr King Street and Gloucester Road.

For more information contact Aurilea on 0439 768 394 or email aaugustine5@bigpond.com.

CALOUNDRA FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH INC. OUR next General Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 16, at 1.30pm. Our guest speaker will be Ian Edwardson presenting ”The Silent Majority – The Armies that won the War”.

Whether you are a beginner or have been researching your descendants for years, there is always something to learn and be amazed by the knowledge of the monthly guest speakers and the group outings to local museums and libraries. Our rooms are open on Thursdays and Saturdays 9am-12.30pm for people who want to use our resources (library, computers and onsite expert advice). Membership is growing and we welcome

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KIM Kirkman and the Caloundra Chorale will present a wonderful variety of music at their Easter Concert on Friday, April 3, at 7pm, Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5, at 2pm.

Featuring the 2020 Eisteddfod selection, a mix of sacred, contemporary and simply beautiful songs will

delight you! Tickets will sell quickly so book now. Venue: CCTC Theatre, 3 Piringa St, Wurtulla. Tickets: adults $25; concession $23; groups, members and FOC $20; children $10. Includes supper/afternoon tea.

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FRIENDLY HOSTS: Friendship Force of the Sunshine Coast president David Allan, Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson, CEO of Friendship Force International Jeremi Snook and Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson.

new members and visitors.

For our address, opening times and further details, go to caloundrafamilyhistory .org.au, email hello@ caloundrafamilyhistory.org .au or phone Cathy Meyer on 0411 881 745.

AGLOW INTERNATIONAL THE Aglow – Sunshine Coast meet on Friday, April 17, has been cancelled. For more information, phone Jacinta on 0411 454 662 or Dorothy on 07 5476 4190. Aglow is a worldwide nondenominational Christian organisation with branches in more than 170 nations on six continents.

JAZZ & BLUES COLLECTIVE OUR next event is not going to get better than this.

Chameleon is a Gold Coastbased band featuring a collaboration of some of Queensland’s best musicians. Col Atkinson, electric bass and vocals, has engaged friends Wil Sargisson on piano, Adam Thomas on sax and Rodney Ord on drums. The virtuoso quartet as Chameleon play a selection of contemporary jazz, swing, jazz Latin and funk to name but a few.

Look forward to an awesome Sunday afternoon of iconic jazz. You will be entranced, spellbound and silent. They are a really great band that will give you an unforgettable afternoon of very enjoyable music on Sunday, June 7, at the Old Soul Lounge Bar. Doors open at 1pm. Show from 2pm-4.30pm. Tickets $25, seniors $22. Phone 0417 633 734. Go to .ticketebo.com.au/jazzblues-collective/.

AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION ALL Air Force people and anyone interested in the Air Force and meeting up are invited to attend our RAAF Association meetings every second Saturday of the month at the Kawana Surf Club at 10am, which is followed by a lunch gettogether. We have interesting people and monthly group outings.

Contact the secretary Warren Duff on 0418 759 471.

BLUE CARE CALOUNDRA AUXILLIARY ALL Caloundra Blue Care events are cancelled until further notice. Contact Lorraine Keelty, publicity officer, Blue Care Aux Caloundra 07 5493 7470.

KAWANA SENIOR CITIZENS UNFORTUNATELY we will no longer be holding our regular meetings until further notice.

For information regarding resumption of meetings each Thursday at Kawana Community Hall, phone Selina on 07 5452 5979. But this date could be several months away.

WOOMBYE HOSTS SCDLBA EVENT WOOMBYE Bowls Club hosted the Sunshine Coast District Ladies Bowling Association’s Pairs Championships recently. In a closely fought, rain-delayed final, Yvonne Walsh and Jenny Lonie from Tewantin Noosa B.C. were victorious in an exciting game, winning 19-18 against Andrina Naish and Lorraine Wilmott from The Waves, Caloundra. Due

to inclement weather when the green was flooded, the final had to be postponed during the 21th end. The Tewantin Noosa bowlers came back strongly on the second day and took out the title for the second year in a row. Congratulations, ladies, for an exciting final.

Feedback from bowlers and SCDLBA officials regarding our greens and club support was very positive. A big thankyou to our hardworking greenkeeper Geoff Steele for his dedication and to our members who helped host the event. Woombye Bowls Club was scheduled to host the SCDLBA Champion of Club Champions Ladies Pairs in late June, but at this stage the event has been postponed.

But, bowls is still happening at Woombye on our well-prepared greens at our friendly club. Jackpot Bowls at 9am each Wednesday and Friday Sunset Scroungers from 5.30pm-7pm. All welcome.

PROBUS CLUBS Coolum Beach Combined WE ARE a club for retired and semi-retired people looking for friendship and fun. Our next meeting is at 9.15am on Tuesday, April 7, at the Uniting Church, Elizabeth Street, Coolum Beach. Visitors are welcome.

There is a guest speaker each month, plus organised lunches, bus or car trips. For more information phone 0429 516 788 or 0401 976 062. On completion of our meeting we visit Coolum Beach Hotel for lunch at your own expense.

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ALL SMILES: Kawana Seniors Citizens celebrate St Patrick's Day with laughter and hopefully a little Irish luck was on their side.

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OUR AGM for 2020 was held at Venue 114 on March 10. Past-president Mike Matthews gave Phyllis Gerhardt her Life Member’s badge before completing his final General Meeting and handing over the reins and badge of office to Maureen Dunn. Maureen introduced her team for 2020-2021 to the members. The Management Committee for the year is president Maureen, acting vicepresident Mike Matthews, junior vice-president Kendra Stevens. secretary Julie Knight, treasurer Brian Knight and registrar John Roberts. However, with 14 members involved in an official capacity and another 14 involved in the interest groups, the membership is really involved in the life of this club. Our first challenge is the COVID-19. Please check if our planned bus trip at the end of April to Government House in Brisbane has been cancelled or rescheduled. The impact of this virus on the operation of clubs like Probus is currently an unknown.

“All will be revealed in the fullness of time”, to quote Yes Minister.

MAROOCHYDORE EUCHRE CARD CLUB DO YOU enjoy a game of Euchre? If so, why not join like-minded people at the Maroochydore RSL on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons for friendly social games. Haven’t played for sometime? No worries, there are friendly members available to guide you through.

For further details, contact the Maroochydore RSL, or Willem on 07 5450 0064 or Kevin on 07 5479 6524.

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CLUB FOR the first time in many years the Buderim Garden Club’s monthly meeting falls on Good Friday. Therefore. the April 10 meeting has been cancelled. The following monthly meeting on May 6 will go ahead as planned. The club has a number of other activities organised to keep members busy and chatting with each other. There is a train trip to Roma Street Parkland, working bees at Buderim Memorial Hall, Pioneer Cottage and a potting workshop to grow plants for the Buderim Garden Festival October 16, 17 and 18, where our plant stall is legendary.

The Open Garden section is a highlight, with these gardens being admired by all. Each garden has something special to offer, be it interesting plants, a wonderful colour display of flowers, interesting landscaping, or quirky features. If you would like your garden to be in the Open Garden showcase, we would love to chat with you, let you know what is involved and if your garden fits within our vision for 2020.

If you would like to become a member and join in the fun, phone John on 0448 714 561 or email buderimgardenclub@gmail .com for membership info.

SUNSHINE COAST CHORAL SOCIETY WE ARE performing our first production for 2020, A Choral Celebration of Easter Music, on Sunday, April 5, at 2pm at Gregson and Weight Memorial Chapel, 159 Wises Road, Maroochydore. We are performing excerpts from Stainer, Faure, Handel and Mozart.

The audience is invited to join in some of the beautiful Easter hymns and conclude the afternoon with the

rousing and famous Hallelujah from Handel’s Messiah. Tickets are $25 (students $15) and are available at the door or phone Yvonne on 0431 550 713. Free disability-friendly parking is available and afternoon tea is provided.

SCDLBA Ladies Pairs champions Yvonne Walsh and Jenny Lonie, from Tewantin Noosa.

FREE TYPE 2 DIABETES INFORMATION SESSIONS The SCHHS Community Health provides free workshops to people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Family members and carers are also welcome to attend.

The group education session covers type 2 diabetes management, healthy lifestyle behaviours, prevention awareness and links to local community resources.

The workshops are delivered from 9am to 1pm on the following dates: April 30, Caloundra; May 7, Maroochydore; May 28, Gympie. Bookings are essential. Phone 07 5479 9670 or email SCT2D-Education @health.qld.gov.au.

BEGINNERS’ LINEDANCING At Woombye Hall on Mondays at 9am, and at North Shore Community Centre Mudjimba on Mondays at 7pm and Wednesdays at 9am. Also Thursdays 9am at Yandina School of Arts Hall. Keep your mind active and body fit with dance, friendship and great music. Phone Barbara on 0407 733 280.

ST PETER’S ANGLICAN CHURCH EASTER is a special time for churches and Rev Tania Eichler, rector at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Maroochydore, invites you

Runners-up from The Waves Caloundra were Andrina Naish and Lorraine Wilmott.

to our Easter services: Thursday, April 9: Come at 7pm, share a meal and remember Jesus’s message to “love one another”.

Friday, April 10: Meditate and pray at each stop Christ made on his way to the cross.

Saturday, April 11, at 5pm: Children, parents and grandparents, walk through the Easter story.

Sunday, April 12 at 7am: Easter Service; 9am family Easter celebration.

We have all hygiene precautions in place.

For more information, go to anglicanmaroochydore .org.au or phone 07 5443 2133. At 1 Church St, Maroochydore.

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WE WELCOME new members. Meeting at 1.30pm on Fridays at the Nambour RSL. Phone Trevor on 07 5445 7770 for more information.

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA EVERY Tuesday evening from 7pm-9.30pm, Pat and Norm Young organise a social evening at the Pomona Memorial School of Arts Hall. Cost is $4, which includes supper.

It is a very enjoyable evening as Pat and Norm provide New Vogue as well as Old Time Dancing.

Come and be a spectator, and see if you will enjoy it.

Everyone is welcome.

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THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY SUNSHINE COAST WE APOLOGISE and give notice to all that our meetings have been suspended as of March 17 until further notice, as a precaution for the health and wellbeing of all in this developing coronavirus environment.

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A trip back into OZ history Tracey Johnstone ON GADIGAL land in the heart of Sydney city looms large the UNESCO World Heritage listed Hyde Park Barracks with its gates reopened to the public after a major refurbishment.

Sitting at the top of Martin Place in Queen’s Square on Macquarie Street, the convict era structure has been transformed, providing an immersive experience.

Next generation technology and history combine to present an insight into the lives of both the convicts that resided there and the Aborigines that were impacted by the arrival of the penal colony inhabitants.

About 4000 artefacts are on display, some of them preserved thanks to the rodents that collected and hid them in the bowels of the building.

It takes about 90 minutes to walk through the three floors of the building, which now has a lift.

Instead of text storyboards each visitor uses a personal audio unit with the commentary controlled by where you are standing.

Step too far in one direction or the other and the audio picks up your location so

Artist Jonathon Jones inspecting his work on the Hyde Park Barracks courtyard.

that it can share the story of the nearest exhibit.

For the hearing impaired, soon there will be an ipad option to use when touring the building.

The rooms contain an array of artefacts, dioramas and digital storyboards. It’s not cluttered; the space, light and modern presentations make it a pleasure to

slowly move around the space.

In the courtyard is the artwork of Jonathan Jones. He had created an exceptional display of cobblestones of

convict arrows and emu feet that show the intersection of early Australian life.

To view the display, visitors are encouraged to book in advance at hydeparkbar-

racks.sydneylivingmuseums.com.au.

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Navigating Outback Queensland The first thing to note is just how big Outback Queensland is – around half of Queensland or around 832,000 square kilometres that is defined by the state borders on the west and south, the Overlander’s Way in the north, and it stretches west of the Great Dividing Range in a line that arcs from Hughenden in the north to Charleville and Cunnamulla in the south.

It’s a vast area with big distances between its small communities that make Queensland the most decentralised of all of Australia’s states. Plan plenty of time or set your itinerary to take in one or two of the main sectors of Outback Queensland.

The Central West The Central West is the heart of the Outback and the gateway to this great region.

It includes the towns of Longreach, Barcaldine and Blackall and out to dinosaur country at Winton.

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A sauropod trackway at Winton.

EPIC ROOFTOP: A stunning sunset at Camden Park Station, Longreach.

main centre is Longreach – home to some of the biggest attractions of the Outback.

Longreach The wide brown landscapes and shimmering horizons surrounding Longreach offer the promise of adventure, while the township’s heritage and attractions give plenty of opportunity to discover what life was like here for the early settlers.

Close to the airport is the outstanding Qantas Founders Museum. Displays turn back the clock to the 1920s and follow the story of the airline from its inception in Winton up to modern day. You can see the original heritage-listed Qantas hangar containing DH-50 and DH-61 aircraft.

For the best QFM experience, join a guided tour of the resident Boeing 747 and 707 plus the unusual Catalina Flying Boat.

Head down Longreach’s main highway to the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, established in 1988 by two legendary Outback figures, artist Hugh Sawrey and stockman outfitter RM Williams.

The landmark attraction tells the story of pioneers, Aborigines, explorers, the

Winton’s Age of Dinosaurs attraction.

Picture: Lee Atkinson

overlanders, cattle drovers and early settlers.

Winton and Dinosaurs Around 180km northwest of Longreach is the Dinosaur Capital of Australia, the historic town of Winton. A.B. “Banjo’’ Paterson’s famous national poem and song Waltzing Matilda was penned at nearby Dagworth Station and first performed at Winton’s North Gregory Hotel on April 6, 1895. The iconic Waltzing Matilda Centre was destroyed by fire in 2015, but the magnificent new centre opened with much fanfare in April this year.

The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History is just 24km out of town and has guided tours.

Barcaldine and Blackall The Matilda Highway connects to communities including Ilfracombe and Barcaldine just over 100km east of Longreach. Since the late 1800s, this region has been known for its sheep and cattle production.

Barcaldine was the site of the Shearers’ Strike of 1891; the historic event is marked by the Tree of Knowledge sculpture, which includes the trunk and branches from the original iconic tree.

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ONCE the world is back to normal you may feel it’s time to pack your swag, grab your Akubra and head west across the Great Dividing Range and into Outback Queensland.

There are the iconic attractions such as the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and genuine Aussie characters that make Outback Queensland an experience like no other.

It’s a region that resonates with the origins of some of Australia’s most treasured icons, from our unofficial anthem, Waltzing Matilda, to the beginnings of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the birthplace of Qantas. Spectacular natural highlights range from the red dunes of Windorah to the emerald waters of Lawn Hill Gorge and the dinosaur trail that traces the prehistoric pathways of creatures from 95 million years past when Outback Queensland was home to an inland sea.

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WORLD CLASS: The beginner-friendly Elabana Falls Track is a half-day walk that branches off the Main Border Track, about 1km from O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat.

The great beauty and bounty of Australia THE World Heritage List records more than 1000 natural, cultural and mixed sites that are protected by international convention and considered important for the whole world.

The list is administered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

World Heritage-listed sites are managed under the World Heritage Convention.

In Australia, World Heritage-listed properties are managed cooperatively by state and federal governments in accordance with the Australian World Heritage Intergovernmental Agreement.

Here is a list of a few of the sites:

THE GREAT BARRIER REEF The Great Barrier Reef was the first Queensland site to be recognised for its representation of major stages of the Earth’s evolutionary history and as the largest coral reef system on the planet.

Gondwana Rainforests of Australia straddles Queensland’s southern border and encompasses Lamington, Springbrook, Mt Barney and the Main Range National Parks. This area is the most extensive remaining area of subtropical rainforest and is home to nearly all of the world’s Antarctic beech rainforest.

A slightly prehistoric twist sees ancient Australian mammals preserved in limestone at the Riversleigh Fossil Mammal site in Outback Queensland on the list. Some fossil deposits date back 25 million years.

WET TROPICS Extending from Cooktown to Townsville and including the Daintree Rainforest, the Wet Tropics of Queensland protects Australia’s largest remaining area of wet tropical rainforest with cultural significance for the Aboriginal people who have called this area home for thousands of years.

Aim to reach all of these World Heritage-listed areas and you’ll have an adventure plan that covers most of our beautiful state!

MOUNT BARNEY Mount Barney, Scenic Rim Area The distinctive peaks of mounts Barney, Maroon, May, Lindesay, Ernest, Ballow and Clunie dominate the skyline in Mount Barney National Park. These rugged peaks are the remains of the ancient Focal Peak shield volcano that erupted 24 million years ago. Mount Barney is the second-highest peak in southeast Queensland and most of the park lies within the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.

The park’s cascading

creeks and pristine forest habitats preserve many rare plants and vulnerable animal species. For a leisurely visit, drive to Yellow Pinch picnic area and photograph kingfishers swooping over the water. Very experienced walkers can climb sheer rugged mountain peaks to awe-inspiring views of craggy ridges and distant ranges. For the less adventurous, there are a few moderate walks around the mountains’ bases.

Facilities: Barbecues, car park.

SPRINGBROOK Springbrook Plateau, Springbrook National Park, Springbrook, Gold Coast Springbrook Plateau, Springbrook National Park, offers breathtaking lookouts, magnificent waterfalls, dense rainforest and ancient Antarctic beech trees. The park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage area.

Dominating the Gold Coast’s western skyline, Springbrook’s cool forests and mountain streams offer views of impressive landscapes, and walks among subtropical and temperate rainforest, open eucalypt forest and montane heath. The plateau has many lookouts with fabulous views.

Visit Purling Brook Falls, which cascades 100 metres

FRASER ISLAND Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world and is noted for its exceptional beauty, ever-evolving coastal sand-dune formations and habitats, as well as 250km of sandy beaches.

RIVERSLEIGH FOSSIL MAMMAL SITE

Please check with Government advice before leaving your home and visiting any of the sites mentioned in this story..

into a deep rainforest valley lined with palms, tree ferns and stream lilies. From Goomoolahra picnic area, walk 50 metres to another waterfall and two striking lookouts. Stroll 300 metres from the Tallanbana picnic area, just past Canyon Lookout, to the top of Twin Falls; or continue on a longer walk through the canyon.

NSW THE NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) manages four World Heritage areas that are either entirely within the national parks estate or partially in the NSW national park estate. These are: Australian Convict Sites – Old Great North Road, Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, Greater Blue Mountains Area, Willandra Lakes Region.

GREATER BLUE MOUNTAINS

Greater Blue Mountains is a World Heritage-listed area of diverse landscapes filled with plants, wildlife, caves and rock formations in NSW national parks. It’s full of cultural significance, with six Aboriginal groups having connection to the Country of the Area, as it’s tied with Dreaming and rock art.

The Greater Blue Mountains Area is one of the largest and most intact tracts of protected bushland in Australia. The area is a deeply incised sandstone tableland covering 1 million hectares spread across eight adjacent conservation reserves. The landscapes of this property lie inland to the west of Sydney and extend almost 250 kilometres from the edge of the Hunter Valley to the Southern Highlands near Mittagong.

An enormous variety of plants occur here, but eucalypts dominate the landscape: the area is home

to 96 species (13 per cent of all eucalypt species).

WILLANDRA LAKES Willandra Lakes Region World Heritage Area is an ancient landscape formed by wind and water. The area includes a small section that is Mungo National Park, where Mungo Lady and Mungo Man were uncovered. Dating human habitation back to more than 40,000 years, the discovery is believed to be the world’s oldest site of ritual ceremony. Preserved in the arid environment are ancient fireplaces, calcified plants, stone tools, and animal bones.

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A waterfall in lush Lamington National Park, part of the magnificent Gondwana Rainforests of Australia area.

The Great Barrier Reef is a tropical paradise.

The Walls of China in Mungo National Park at Willandra Lakes, NSW. Picture: NSW Tourism/Don Fuchs

four convict sites in NSW that, together with seven other sites across Tasmania, Norfolk Island and Western Australia, make up the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property.

Finished in 1836 using convict labour, Devines Hill and Finchs Line were completed as part of Old Great North Road – which originally spanned 264km and connected Sydney and the Hunter Valley. Today 43km of road remains alongside Dharug and Yengo national parks.

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temperature rainforest.

These extraordinary areas still contain ancient and primitive plants and animals from which life on Earth evolved. Get to know Gondwana Rainforests along a walking track, on a driving route, or by staying in nearby accommodation.

DORRIGO NATIONAL PARK The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia comprises 50 separate reserves scattered between Newcastle and Brisbane. With a combined area of 366,500 hectares, this World Heritage site is the most extensive area of subtropical rainforest in the world. Providing an essential habitat for more than 270 threatened plant and animal species, the Gondwana Rainforests are a priceless feature of eastern Australia’s landscape.

Just 90 minutes from Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo

National Park is one of the Gondwana Rainforests’ most beautiful areas. This park is known for its excellent birdwatching, as well as its beautiful waterfall walks and barbecue areas. Start at the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre before making your way onto the boardwalk. This 70metre-long platform brings guests to stunning Skywalk Lookout, where you can take in panoramic views of the Rosewood rainforest basin, the Bellinger Valley and beyond from 21 metres above the rainforest floor.

LORD HOWE ISLAND GROUP The Lord Howe Island Group is a collection of 28 islands, islets and rocks situated about 600km east of Port Macquarie, in the Tasman Sea. The largest of these islands is Lord Howe itself, a 10km-by-2km land mass formed by volcanic activity some 7 million years ago.

Heritage listed in 1982, the Lord Howe Island Group has been recognised for its endemic species as well as its stunning – and largely untouched – terrain. The islands also sit on the southernmost coral reef in the world, which is home to more than 90 species of coral and 500 species of fish. The west coast of Lord Howe Island features a sheltered, sandy coral reef lagoon with excellent snorkelling opportunities, while the island’s south is covered by forested hills that rise to the highest point on the island: Mount Gower.

In most cases, Lord Howe Island can only be reached by air. However, this very isolation has allowed the region to develop such an impressive range of unique flora and fauna. Visitor numbers have been limited to 400 people a night in an effort to reduce the impact of tourism on the island.

GONDWANA RAINFORESTS Get in touch with nature in the Word Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests, the most extensive subtropical rainforest in the world. Making up the Springbrook and Lamington National Parks in the Gold Coast hinterland, it is within only a short drive of the beach life.

Be spoilt for choice in Springbrook National Park, home to native wildlife and four sections of walking trails with stunning lookouts.

Capture the flowing water stream at the Natural Bridge or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Springbrook Plateau to be blown away by waterfalls, breathtaking views and lush rainforest.

Enjoy more than 160 kilometres of walking trails scattered with waterfalls, ancient fauna and flora through the Lamington National Park. Or walk among the treetops on the 1.5-kilometre Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk, which takes you from the canopy floor up to a 40-metre cantilever with a viewing platform over Cedar Creek.

Take a step back in time in Gondwana Rainforests, one of the few places in the world where the plants and animals closely resemble their ancestors.

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Train fans’ treat BRAND INSIGHTS IT’S BEEN a tumultuous start to the year, with fire, floods and now the coronavirus.

If anything, it’s given us a great appreciation of Australia, and fuelled a desire to get back out and see the places we remember, the places we’ve heard about, and some that we haven’t.

This has encouraged local businesses to design new holidays to encourage Australians to “Holiday here this year’’.

One such company, Vintage Rail Journeys, is conducting five-day/fournight regional rail tours to help you get out and really enjoy some of the best that regional and rural NSW has to offer.

“Our short rail tours are designed to take our guests out of the city and into the bush,” owner Simon Mitchell said.

“Guests have really taken

to heart the ‘buy from the bush’ message in the wake of the drought and the bushfires, and are seeking a relaxed way that they can do this.

“Our newly restored 1960s ex-Southern Aurora sleeping train is really striking a chord.

“We have developed a northern loop (The Golden West Rail Tour) and southern loop (The Riverina Rail Tour), with both tours starting in Sydney.

“We are lucky to have some of the best rail journeys in the world here in Australia and you’ll be hard pressed to find a better piece of railway line than that along the Hawkesbury.

“And what better way to experience the beauty and wonder of the river than on the Riverboat Postman?”

Next, they have designed a special hop-on, hop-off bus circuit just for Vintage Rail Journeys guests, with the second day focusing on the specialities of the Hunter

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We are lucky to have some of the best rail journeys in the world here.

Valley. As a point of difference, the tour also stops in Orange, which provides a stark contrast to the Hunter Valley in terms of wine, food and elevation.

Where the Golden West goes north, the Riverina Rail Tour heads south, once again starting the trip along some of the most spectacular railway in Australia.

“The Illawarra Line is truly breathtaking,” Mr Mitchell said. “We travel along the water and then up the escarpment to Moss Vale and on to Goulburn, where we spend the first night.

“We love getting our guests out to regional NSW, where people might have heard of towns but might not have had a reason to stop and spend time before.’’

The Riverina Tour is designed to showcase the “food bowl’’ of NSW, with passengers spending time in Coolamon and Griffith.

“We love stopping in towns, and where we remain on the train, our guests don’t miss out as our chefs have sourced produce and wine from the regions we travel through,’’ Mr Mitchell said.

The Blue Mountains Villages have suffered a massive drop in visitors in the wake of the bushfires.

Both trips stop for a day in the Blue Mountains villages, giving guests a chance to make a real difference, before returning to Sydney.

For further information, a full copy of the itinerary or to book, go to vintagerailjourneys.com.au.

GET ON BOARD: Simon Mitchell aboard one of the trains used in his Vintage Rail Journeys regional tours.

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Just log in for new, interactive way of supporting cancer event HE Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic fun run and walk has launched MDC Virtual 2020.

Have fun, get active and help raise funds online for vital breast cancer research.

Raising funds for breast cancer research and celebrating the lives of those touched by breast cancer are at the heart of what the Mother’s Day Classic Foundation does.

“Our priority is protecting the health of our loyal MDC supporters and the many vulnerable in our community impacted by breast cancer,’’ the foundation says.

In light of the WHO’s pandemic declaration and the government ban on mass public gatherings of more than 500 people, the foundation has made the decision that all MDC events in 2020 will be held virtually rather than physically.

“We are very pleased to launch the Mother’s Day

Classic Virtual 2020, an interactive event experience inviting all Australians to be part of something bigger and show how they plan to make Mother’s Day mean more in whatever way they can,’’ the foundation says.

“We challenge participants to walk or run 4km – anytime, anywhere, in your living room, at the local park or even in your backyard – on or before Mother’s Day 2020 and be a part of something big.’’

What does it mean? The MDC Virtual 2020 program will include inspiring community and fundraising content, fun photo competitions, fitness videos and dancing competitions.

There will be a series of exclusive wellness tips and tutorials, pilates and yoga classes, sponsor prizes and giveaways, and a fun kids’ activity zone.

Virtual will provide an online platform where the

WORTHY CAUSE: Mother's Day Classic Virtual 2020, an interactive event experience, is inviting all Australians to be a part of something bigger and show how they plan to make Mother's Day mean more in whatever way they can.

community can look after each other, come together and stay connected while maintaining a regular exercise and fitness schedule to keep fit and healthy.

Mother’s Day Foundation CEO Zara Lawless encouraged all Australians to embrace the immediate challenges and contribute in a different way by

participating and fundraising for a worthy cause.

“We understand the current crisis has created significant challenges for the wider community and these unprecedented times call for innovative solutions,’’ Ms Lawless said.

“We know that so many of our dedicated supporters – those impacted by breast cancer, new mums,

participants who have run or walked at every Mother’s Day Classic event – still want a way to be connected with the cause and connected with each other on Mother’s Day. “We are incredibly excited about the opportunity presented by the virtual event and have already received an extremely positive response from our

supporters.

“I want to take this opportunity to invite all our valued participants, sponsors, volunteers and organisers to register for the MDC Virtual 2020 event and be a part of our virtual MDC community leading up to and on May 10 this year.”

To register for the virtual event, go to mothersdayclassic.com.au/.

Viral outbreak offers ideal time to make Advance Care Directive decisions COVID-19: Is it time for Australians to make future medical decisions?

National Advance Care Planning Week kicks off today, encouraging Australians to plan their future care.

But it prompts the questions – what does this mean in a time of COVID-19 and is now the right time?

In early March nearly 200 organisations and community groups across Australia had opted to host an awareness-raising event to encourage people to consider their future medical treatment preferences.

However, many events have been cancelled in the past week due to concerns around coronavirus.

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becoming suddenly and seriously unwell.

“I’m concerned that more than 85 per cent of Australians are without an advance care directive as we face the impact of COVID-19.

“I urge all Australians – do what you can to prepare for a scenario where you may be unable to make your own medical decisions, especially if you’re older or have chronic illness.’’

AMA Ethics Committee chairman Dr Chris Moy said the advance care planning advocate shared these concerns.

“We understand that these are very unsettling times for all of us,” Dr Moy said.

“People are justifiably worried about elderly friends and relatives, particularly those with conditions such as lung and heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

“But now is the time for planning, not panic.

“It’s time for families to start conversations about their preferences for treatment in the event they

THINK AHEAD: Make sure you have your healthcare wishes in writing for when you can’t make decisions. Picture: AustCare Training

become suddenly unwell.

“Choose a person you trust to make your medical decisions. It may be a difficult conversation for some people but it’s a small, yet powerful act of love that will make it easier for those left who may need to make tough decisions on your behalf.’’

For people seeking personalised advice about advance care planning, ACPA operates a free national advisory service to support the general public and healthcare professionals and aged care providers.

“We expect to retain full service to Australians

during this crisis through our National Advance Care Planning Advisory Service,” Dr Detering said.

“If you’ve got questions about your individual circumstances or a loved one, get in touch.’’

The third annual National Advance Care Planning Week ran from March 23-27.

The website offers a range of free resources including conversation starters, a free email info pack and a video.

What is advance care planning?

Advance care planning promotes care that is consistent with your goals,

values, beliefs and preferences.

It prepares you and others to plan for future health care and a time when you may no longer be able to communicate those decisions yourself.

What is an Advance Care Directive (ACD)?

An ACD is a written record of your preferences for future care.

The directive can record your values, life goals and preferred outcomes, or directions about care and treatments.

ACDs can also formally appoint a substitute decision-maker.

Key facts

• Almost 50 per cent of people will not be able to make their own end-of-life medical decisions.

• Less than 15 per cent of Australians have documented their preferences in an ACD. Some 30 per cent of people aged 65+ have an ACD. • A third of Australians will die before the age of 75.

• Most people die after a chronic illness, not a sudden event.

• Research shows that advance care planning can reduce anxiety, depression and stress experienced by families and that they’re more likely to be satisfied with their loved one’s care.

About Advance Care Planning Australia Advance Care Planning Australia (ACPA) is a national program funded by the federal Department of Health, enabling Australians to make the best choices for their life and health care.

ACPA increases advance care planning resources across health sectors and NGOs. Visit advancecare planning.org.au, for more.

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Prescription for survival Blueprint for protection with measures for seniors in place

assessment. Assessments can also be conducted using telehealth rather than face to face where appropriate.

Speak with a home-care provider about these measures.

THIS information is sourced from a Federal Government fact sheet dedicated to specific advice for older Australians. It outlines the Covid-19 facts and the measures you, your family and friends can take to protect older Australians.

The spread of Covid-19 and Australia’s response is evolving. For more details, go to www.health.gov.

WHAT IS COVID-19 (CORONAVIRUS)?

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause respiratory infections. These can range from the common cold to more serious diseases. Covid-19 is the disease caused by a new coronavirus. It was first reported in December 2019 in Wuhan City in China. It has now become a global pandemic.

HOW IS IT SPREAD? The virus can spread from person to person through: • Close contact with an infectious person (including in the 24 hours before they start showing symptoms).

• Contact with droplets from an infected person coughing or sneezing.

• Touching objects or surfaces (such as doorknobs or tables) that have droplets on them from an infected person, and then touching your mouth or face.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? The symptoms of Covid-19 are similar to colds and flus and can include: fever, fatigue, sore throat, cough and shortness of breath.

While the Covid-19 virus is of serious concern, it is important to remember, at this stage, that most people displaying symptoms may be suffering from a cold, flu, allergies or other respiratory illness — not Covid-19.

DO I NEED TO BE TESTED IF I HAVE THOSE SYMPTOMS? If you develop symptoms within 14 days of last contact with a confirmed Covid-19 case or returning to

I HAVE A HOME CARE PACKAGE. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ME?

LAYING DOWN THE LAW: Heeding the ever-changing behavioural rules as the coronavirus outbreak worsens is even more important for seniors, who are at most risk.

Picture: AP/Vadim Ghirda

Australia, you should seek medical attention. Your doctor will tell you if you need to get tested. There is a global shortage of test kits, so the medical advice so far is to limit testing and target it towards people who may have been exposed to the virus.

WHY IS THIS VIRUS SO DANGEROUS FOR OLDER PEOPLE? The risk of serious illness from Covid-19 increases with age. The highest rate of fatalities is among older people, particularly those with other serious health conditions or a weakened immune system. There is currently no cure or vaccine for Covid-19, or immunity in the community.

For people living with dementia or some form of cognitive impairment, the ability to follow instructions or to alert others about potential symptoms may be a challenge. This is especially so where there is a limited capacity to communicate verbally or express pain and discomfort. In this situation, observation by someone who knows the person with dementia may assist in identifying changes in their health.

I AM AN OLDER PERSON. WHAT CAN I DO? Even if you are feeling well, it is important to take steps to prevent the virus spreading. Good hygiene and taking care when

interacting with other people are the best defences for you and your family against Covid-19.

This includes: • Covering your coughs and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue.

• Disposing of tissues immediately they are used, into a dedicated waste bin, and washing your hands.

• Washing your hands often, with soap and water, including before and after eating and after going to the toilet, and when you have been out to shops or other places.

• Using alcohol-based hand sanitisers.

• Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces you have touched.

• Where possible, stay 1.5 metres away from other people, an example of “social distancing”.

• If you are sick, avoiding contact with others.

If you start to feel unwell, phone the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080 or your GP, who will be able to provide you with further advice.

Older people aged 70+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people), or people with chronic conditions, are able to seek medical support from their GPs through bulkbilled telehealth (videolink) and telephone services.

Examples of possible video applications include FaceTime and Skype.

CAN I GO TO THE

SHOPS OR CATCH THE BUS, OR SHOULD I STAY IN MY OWN HOME? All Australians are being asked to practise “social distancing”, including staying 1.5 metres away from other people where possible.

Only people diagnosed with, or exposed to Covid-19 and those returning from overseas are required to self-isolate in their homes.

ARE OTHER VACCINATIONS IMPORTANT? It is very important that you reduce your risk of getting other illnesses while Covid19 remains in our community.

There is no vaccine for Covid-19, however, it is important that you get the 2020 flu vaccination as soon as it is available from your GP or pharmacy.

Discuss with your doctor whether you should have a pneumococcal vaccination against pneumonia, which is recommended for everyone over 65. You should also discuss having a shingles vaccination.

WHAT IF I NEED URGENT ASSISTANCE THAT CANNOT BE PROVIDED BY MY CURRENT CARER? Older Australians can access short-term home support services (such as meals or personal care) in an emergency without having had an aged-care

Consumers with Home Care packages have flexibility with how they spend their funds over a wide range of care and services to support them to stay safe, healthy and independent in their home.

The Government will ensure home-care providers have even greater support to meet the changing needs of clients as the virus unfolds.

With support from the Government, home-care providers are working hard to meet people’s needs during the crisis.

The services you currently receive through your Home Care Package will continue.

However, there may be some changes to the way the services are delivered.

If you are concerned about the way your current services are being delivered or would like to make changes to your services because of the Covid-19 outbreak, contact your provider. You can also speak with your provider about changes to your usual services.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I’VE SPENT ALL THE MONEY IN MY HOME CARE PACKAGE THIS MONTH? In emergencies, if you have fully allocated your Home Care Package, you may access short-term home support services (for a range of services, including nursing, personal care and meals). Speak with your home-care provider about these measures.

I NEED ADDITIONAL MEDICAL / HEALTH SERVICES. WHERE CAN I GO? As part of the Covid-19 National Health Plan, the Australian Government has increased access to bulkbilled MBS telehealth and telephone services and fasttracked electronic

prescribing of medicines.

The Government’s Telehealth scheme allows doctors, nurses and mental health professionals to deliver services via telehealth or by telephone, provided those services are bulk billed, to those people who are 70+ years of age (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people); people self-isolating at home; or those with chronic health conditions or immunocompromised.

Patients are encouraged to contact their health service providers to ask about the availability of telehealth and telephone services.

The Government is creating measures to allow prescriptions remotely and have their medicines home delivered to reduce their potential exposure to Covid19. More information on the Covid-19 National Health Plan is available at www .health.gov.au/resources/ collections/coronavirusCovid-19-national-healthplan-resources.

CAN I STILL HAVE CONTACT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY? The Government is advising everyone to practise “social distancing”, which means less contact between you and other people to help slow the spread of the disease. If you are an older person (60+), you should consider limiting physical contact with other people, especially young children, and avoiding large groups of people. You may wish to limit your visitors to one or two people a day, and limit the duration of visits. This will help protect you and help stop the spread of disease.

It’s possible that children and young people may be carriers of Covid-19 but show no symptoms, making it extremely difficult to tell whether it’s safe for them to visit an older relative.

These measures may be stressful for you and your loved ones. A chat over the phone, video call or email — rather than visits in person — are a good precaution and could help stop the spread of Covid-19.

For the latest advice and information, go to www.health.gov.au.

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Money again, tourists will start travelling, and the stimulus packages that governments around the world are implementing will gain traction.

Any investors with cash investments factored into their portfolios can ride out this storm for some time.

If you are concerned about your investments in this climate then it would be wise to consult your financial adviser.

MARK DIGBY CORONAVIRUS has continued to rattle investment markets.

In early March its impact intensified following the collapse of OPEC discipline, causing a further plunge in oil prices and raising concerns about debt servicing for oil producers.

There is much that is unknown about the virus itself and how long it will continue to spread.

And there is also the human or behavioural overlay that is intensifying the economic impact.

Just looking at the toilet paper frenzy shows us how this can have a real economic effect.

The secondary effects of the coronavirus outbreak and its flow-on is highlighted by the 45 per collapse in oil prices since mid-January.

Ultimately, lower petrol prices will be a good thing as this will boost consumer spending when the virus goes away.

In the short term it causes concern in the market.

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investors and the sharemarket do not like it is uncertainty, and there is a lot of that at present. We are hearing news of the virus non-stop from all sorts of media outlets and to some degree this fuels the fear.

We have been seeing things that we haven’t experienced before in terms of large geographical areas being quarantined: e.g. China and Italy.

When people are unable to work and unable to spend, economies become massively disrupted and it is not

unreasonable to expect that more countries may follow suit. This in turn may create more volatility in the sharemarkets.

The fall in sharemarkets is very normal when there is uncertainty.

We have seen it before and we will see it again.

Shares will bottom when there is confidence that the worst is over in terms of the economic impact from the virus, and when the downside is largely factored in.

So the debate now is about how big the hit to global

growth will be and any secondary effects it may cause.

Some things that may ease the burden are when peaks in new cases level, development of vaccines or antivirals, and governments shifting from containment to treatment and prevention if in time we see the effects and death rates as similar to a regular flu.

The rapidity of the fall in the sharemarket has been of concern to many.

However, selling shares or switching to a more conservative investment

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strategy after a major fall just locks in a loss.

When shares fall, they are cheaper and offer higher longterm return potentials so fund managers are looking for opportunities this sale offers.

Also, while shares have fallen, dividends from the market haven’t.

Companies like to smooth their dividends over time – they never go up as much as earnings in the good times and so rarely fall as much in the bad times.

Once this runs its course, Chinese factories will ramp up

– For more Information contact Mark Digby at Maher Digby Securities Pty Ltd – Financial Advisers – AFSL No. 230559 (see advert Page 3). pH: 07 5441 1266 or visit our website, www.maherdigby .com.au This document was prepared without taking into account any person’s particular objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not guaranteed as accurate or complete and should not be relied upon as such. Maher Digby Securities does not accept any responsibility for the opinions, comments, forward-looking statements and analysis contained in this document, all of which are intended to be of a general nature.

Investors should, before acting on this information, consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to their personal objectives, financial situation or needs. We recommend consulting a financial adviser.

Responsible investing: How to support companies that share your values DIANNE CHARMAN

WHETHER you’re actively investing through managed funds, individual investments or passively investing through your super, everyone in the Australian workforce or anyone who has been in the workforce since the establishment of compulsory superannuation is technically an investor.

As investors, we can have a voice on how we expect the companies we invest in to operate and the standards they uphold.

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This could mean anything from choosing portfolios that screen out particular sectors or industries, to socially responsible investments that are focused on companies with a commitment to social or environmental causes.

It’s all about investing for the long term with the view

to make the world a better place.

If making ethically driven investment decisions is important to you, here’s what you need to consider to get started.

1. Decide what is socially responsible Before delving into socially responsible investing, you need to decide what socially responsible means to you.

The terms ethical investing, responsible investing and socially responsible investing mean different things to different people.

While you might not be able to easily identify exactly which causes or issues you are passionate about, it’s likely you’ll be able to identify what you don’t want to support. Do you want to avoid investing in companies that produce or sell products

like alcohol, tobacco, or controversial weapons?

Is the fast-food industry a no-go for you? Or is it more important to you to rule out investments in companies that don’t have a focus on social justice or environmental sustainability?

The priority placed against each of these examples will be different for everyone, and there’s no right or wrong answer, but they will help you to decide.

2. The right investment strategy for you If you like to have full control over which companies you want to invest in, then working with a professional to purchase specific ETFs or stocks may be the right choice for you.

While, if you’re after a managed fund, which offers convenience, professional management and

diversification of risk, then a socially responsible investment option, often available through your super fund, may be an option for you.

3. An investment is still an investment All investments have a purpose and a wider impact, as such you can take this as an opportunity to ensure your investment is a positive one for yourself along with the global markets and communities in which you are investing.

If you feel like you need to know more about responsible investing to make an informed decision, consider reading the UN Principles for Responsible Investment to find out how environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) issues can affect the performance of investment portfolios and align with the

broader objectives of society.

Once you’ve decided to move down the ethical investing route, it’s so important to exercise your own due diligence by doing your own research and seeking the guidance of a licensed professional when making decisions.

– Dianne Charman, of Jade Financial Group, is an authorised representative of AMP Financial Planning Pty Ltd, ABN 89 051 208 327, AFS Licence No. 232706. Any advice given is general only and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.

Because of this, before acting on any advice, you should consult a financial planner to consider how appropriate the advice is to your objectives, financial situation and needs.

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Special access to funds to be applauded as long as transparency, coordinated approach follow Bernie Dean INDUSTRY Super Australia (ISA) acknowledges the announcement made by the Federal Government and is ready to work through the all-important detail that will enable people suffering hardship to access some of their super in an efficient way that doesn’t undermine our national savings system.

As we have been indicating publicly, this is an issue that must be handled very carefully to prevent the compounding of liquidity pressures that may be faced by superannuation funds in the current market conditions, and as they support anxious members.

Although industry superannuation funds were not consulted in the formulation of this proposal, we stand ready to engage with the Government and the ATO to make it work.

Assisting those in financial hardship will come down to how well the ATO works with the funds, given each superannuation fund will have to manually issue the money.

Effective coordination from the Government and the ATO will be vital to

SUPERANNUATION: Be informed.

ensure the scheme works efficiently and does not frustrate people further – remembering that the workforces of many funds are working remotely just like other affected businesses.

In addition to getting the details right, we need a

commitment from the Government to transparently report the scheme’s applications and any issues that may be encountered.

The scheme should also be reviewed as it is rolled out to ensure it will not hamper funds’ capacity to

support the macroeconomic recovery.

– Bernie Dean is Super Australia CEO The opinions above are those of the author in his capacity as spokesman for Industry Super Australia (ISA). ISA, the author and all other persons involved in the

preparation of this information are thereby not giving legal, financial or professional advice for individual persons or organisations.

Consider your own objectives, financial situation and needs before making a decision about

superannuation because they are not taken into account in this information.

You should consider the Product Disclosure Statement available from individual funds before making an investment decision.

Extra federal money aims to support seniors by ensuring continuity of care NEW measures for the aged care sector have been unveiled as the Federal Government continues to strengthen Australia’s defence against COVID-19.

The National Cabinet agreed on temporary funding to support aged care providers, residents, staff and families.

Building on the last package of measures, additional funding of $444.6 million is expected to strengthen the industry, with specific mechanisms to

reinforce the aged care workforce. It will include: • $234.9 million for a COVID-19 “retention bonus’’ to ensure the continuity of the workforce for aged care workers in both residential and home care. This will mean a payment of up to $800 after tax per quarter – paid for two quarters – for direct-care workers.

• Two payments of up to $600 after tax per quarter – for two quarters – for those who provide care in the home.

• Payments will be delivered to providers to pay their workers, and part-time workers will be paid a prorata rate.

• $78.3 million in additional funding for residential care to support continuity of workforce supply.

• $26.9 million for a temporary 30 per cent increase to the Residential and Home Care Viability Supplements and the Homeless Supplement. This includes equivalent viability

funding increases for National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program providers, multipurpose services and homeless providers.

• $92.2 million in additional support to home care providers and organisations that deliver the Commonwealth Home Support Program, operating services including Meals on Wheels. This will include services for people in selfisolation.

• $12.3 million to support the My Aged Care service to meet the surge in aged carespecific COVID-19 inquiries, allowing for additional staff to minimise call-wait times.

Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians Richard Colbeck said these important measures offered a reinforced framework to ensure the sector would continue to support those we love most.

“As the transmission of COVID-19 increases rapidly, it is our priority to protect

and support elderly and vulnerable Australians,” Minister Colbeck said.

“Aged care is a critical sector that faces staffing challenges as existing staff are either subject to selfisolation requirements due to COVID-19 or are unable to attend work.

“We know we are asking a lot of this workforce as we face this unprecedented health emergency. Their work practices are changing – and this announcement is in recognition of this.”

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