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Celebrating sixty and what’s ahead

In this edition

Feature: William McInnes ......................................Page 4 Feature: Financial literacy ...................................Page 19 Travel ..............................................................Pages 11 - 14 Well-being ......................................................Pages 15 - 16 Puzzles ....................................................................Page 23

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WELCOME to our June edition. This month our front cover personality is William McInnes, he’s certainly one bloke who hasn’t fallen for any anti-ageing propaganda – well not that he’s telling us anyway.

And why would he? He looks good to me.

I recently celebrated a milestone – I hit 60, and I started to reflect upon how different turning 60 is for me, compared to my parents.

For a start, my parents may have picked up several birthday cards from their letterbox while I received dozens of birthday greetings from my Facebook friends. I went out and listened to a band playing in a beachside cafe.

The time of alfresco dining and a choice of bands playing at venues was still to come to Brisbane when my parents turned 60. A good friend presented me with a wetsuit and challenged me to join a group of

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ocean swimmers. I feel confident in saying this sort of gift takes the active ageing philosophy to a whole new level.

During the 1980s when my parents turned 60, life rolled on amidst clouds of tobacco smoke, news of Alan Bond, Robert Holmes a Court and Bob Hawke.

No one warned you that eating red meat more than three times a week could cause trouble, that electric cars were around the corner (let alone driverless cars) or that computer programs would shape our lives in so many ways.

But, they had seen plenty changes and sensed more were on the way.

As unique individuals, we all age in our own way,

but perhaps I share with you the same source of wonder and a certain nostalgia when I look back on youthful photos.

Certainly, my three sisters and I all experience similar feelings; we each marvel that we had no idea how youthful, fit, stylish and pretty we were.

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Years ago, I was travelling in Cambodia and people were wearing t-shirts that said ‘Same Same’ on the front, and ‘Something Different’ on the back.

Now we share a sense of humour about the fading, the fattening, the lining and leaning (really, what else can you do), while boldly waging war

with an overflowing fountain of potions and lotions.

Years ago, I was travelling in Cambodia and people were wearing t-shirts that said ‘Same Same’ on the front, and ‘Something Different’ on the back. I thought it was a rather apt summation of life.

Perhaps too, for this edition, we have kept a consistent record with another month’s reading of inspiring personality stories, and our something different is the Financial Literacy Feature.

We have endeavoured to share very practical advice here – I hope you agree.

This month highlights the problem of elder abuse, in our Talk ‘n’ thoughts section, I have written about a different aspect of elder abuse, economic abuse and how this often leads to homelessness.

I hope we have given you plenty to enjoy, think about and even surprise.

— Cheers, Gail

Mem’s Magic comes to the coast THIS month’s Mary Poppins Festival will be sprinkled with Possum Magic, with acclaimed children’s author and educationalist Mem Fox attending the annual celebration on the Fraser Coast.

The best-selling writer and Australian literary icon will host a number of sessions during the fortnight of music, art, film and performance in the heritage city of Maryborough.

In honour of Mem’s visit, a Where is the Green

Sheep party will be held at the Maryborough Library from 10-11am on Monday, June 26 and in Hervey Bay Library on Tuesday, June 27.

For children aged 3-6, the party costs $2.70 per child with bookings at the library essential.

Spaces are limited, and bookings have already opened, so get in quick.

The beloved author will also host a number of free Storytime with Mem Fox sessions on Thursday, June 29 and Friday, June 30.

Book via the Brolga Theatre for sessions including 9-9.30am for children 0-4, 10.30-11.15am for children 5-8 and 1-2pm for children 9-11.

But don’t despair, because Mem isn’t just here for the kids.

On Thursday, June 29 she will be presenting to parents about why reading to children has changed their lives and tales of success from read aloud parents.

The presentation is at the Brolga Theatre from

7pm, is free, but bookings are essential.

In 1983, Mem became Australia’s best-selling writer of Possum Magic.

She claims that growing up outside the country and returning at 22 gave her a unique perspective on Australia, and a passionate love for it.

The Mary Poppins Festival is on from June 23 to July 2 throughout Maryborough.

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MAGIC STORYTELLER: Australian author Mem Fox will be coming to the Mary Poppins festival on the Fraser Coast.

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BUBBLY: Kathy Lette, aging gracefully.

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Kathy ageing energetically

IN AUSTRALIA to promote her latest book Best Laid Plans, Australian-born British author Kathy Lette made sure her lipstick was perfect, her hair smooth and her smile in place as she entertained large audiences all over the country.

A passionate feminist, she peppered her talk with jokes about women and their role in life (mostly putting up with men), and didn’t hold back on the bawdy humour.

Her audiences really loved it.

At 58, Kathy looks as young as she did on her previous Australian tour in 2003.

She says she is “not glamorous” and loves nothing more than to live in her Birkenstocks, but it certainly belied the vision of her strutting in front of the microphone in a tight mini dress with hot pink heels.

We asked her some questions about ageing so energetically and she

replied in her peerless style.

You are a passionate feminist and yet love make-up, perfume, bling – thoughts on the two going together hand-in-hand?

There is nothing wrong with being a feminist who likes to stand on her own two stilettos.

Feminism can also be about being feminine – if that floats your style boat.

My fashion tends to be a little tongue-in-chic though.

What do you think is ahead for today’s women of a certain age?

For women, life is in two acts. The trick is to survive the interval. For the first time, women have their own money, own independence, plus HRT. Now that the President of France, Macron, is married to his former school teacher, well, older women have come into our own.

What should the mature women be aware

of, for example, like your daughter said, skirt (length) should match the face?

Don’t use Botox or have face-lifts – men should just learn to read between our lines. I’m against cosmetic surgery.

My mother told me never to pick my nose, especially from a catalogue. Just get a dimmer switch – greatest beauty aid known to womankind.

Any tips to keep us relevant into our 60s, 70s, 80s and well beyond?

Walk on the wild side occasionally – and by that I don’t just mean bushwalking. Yes, exercise is important, but I also mean swinging from a chandelier occasionally with a toy boy in one hand and a cocktail in the other.

Fun is the best beauty aid.

And laugh a lot.

Laugh and the world laughs with you – cry and you get salt in your martini.

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William McInnes gives us a taste of Aussie humour

SeaChange star talks about life’s ups and downs Gail Forrer

The multi-talented William McInnes has a particularly Australian take on ageing – he’s sending it up and out to sea!

SERIOUSLY, Australian film and television actor and author William McInness makes and takes a very good joke.

After recently re-watching “Dangerous Remedy” which featured his brilliant portrayal of a very nasty, corrupt Victorian cop, you could think otherwise.

That particular show is about four years old, but I have to say that his more recent role as the selfish Matt Tivolli in The Time of Our Lives, kept up the mean theme.

Still, as a journalist I’m rather fond of like-minded people and I couldn’t resist him as the feckless, thoughtful, sort of sensitive journalist in SeaChange, the huge success of this series, which ended 17 years ago, meant I wasn’t alone.

Yes, William McInnes has been around a while.

He’s 53 this year and with a self-effacing sense of humour accepts that his body has undergone certain changes.

“You can’t hide what you are,” he says with a tinge of bravado.

McInnes is a big fellow – 6ft 3” (190cm) and solid, he had the sort of build that has a propensity to grow larger with age...

“I’m not getting into a wetsuit these days, I’m as big as a zeppelin,” he laughs.

And no matter what anyone says, he’s not going the way of the facelift.

Even when he runs into a couple of funsters at one his book-signing events.

“What happened to you?” one lady asked the author.

“You used to be so good looking.”

“Well, I’ve gone down the river of life,” he replies.

Then, the lady’s mum chimes in: “Well you’ve gone right out to sea,” she retorts.

He liked their straight- up sense of humour. Later on, he tells me, they all ended up sharing a cup of tea.

This small encounter speaks volumes for his humour and also his appreciation of the authentic self.

As one of Australia’s most successful actors, he hasn’t got any tickets on “hisself”.

And that’s the sort of Aussie vernacular he uses to explain the world.

He believes he gained sage advice from one of his lecturers at acting school.

“He said to remember that acting was important, you were not.”

McInnes has remembered that, anyway he reckons you wouldn’t last long if you weren’t the real deal.

“You can tell a pompous arse a mile away,” he says.

As a tail-end baby boomer, McInnes has chronicled growing up in Australia during the 1960s and 1970s.

His books paint the backyard, the classroom, the dad who ran as the local Labor candidate along with the Queensland family life that included his four siblings.

The books are popular, probably because of their honesty and down-to earth humour. For many they mirror their own lives.

Besides, writing, acting and family life, McInnes says he takes an interest in civic life, because you get the politicians you deserve and sometimes that can end up being a load of “clowns running the show”.

However, he acknowledges that hard work and discipline are

qualities behind a good politician, many of whom work long, hard hours.

Yet, he recognises the necessity for every person to access to health and education and knows that Australia is not perfect.

In 2012, McInnes lost his film-maker wife, Sarah Watts, to breast cancer.

These days he says he and the kids, now young adults, stick to an annual holiday as the time to process their loss and make more memories, But basically, his approach on life is very simple.

“Don’t take yourself too seriously.”

DOWN TO EARTH: Australian film and television actor and author William McInnes with one of his many books.

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A DESIRE to better protect elderly men and women living alone drives Irene and Ian Manson in their new business.

Both aged in their 60s, the couple left a management rights business to set up CareCallingNow, a web-based enterprise that keeps in constant touch with those needing attention, nine months ago. Irene said vulnerable people on the call list for the daily “welfare check” could be disabled, elderly or post-operative.

“All the info we need is their name, address and phone number,” she said.

“We do one call a day at a pre-determined time.

“It becomes part of the daily routine – basically a ‘hi’ and push a key, then the call is registered.

“Because it’s a third party, it’s not so invasive.”

If there is no response, CareCallingNow makes another two attempts to make contact before calling in someone who can go into the house and

check on the person.

“Whoever’s paying the bill will get a call or text, plus an email,” Irene said.

“Three or four days is common to be on the floor if they have nothing in place. Our service is primarily peace of mind.

“If you just save one person from dying alone and unnoticed, then we’ve done our job.”

The online service is international, covering America, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, and operates from the couple’s home at Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast.

The Mansons are working with in-home care organisations to grow their business.

As that happens, they will employ more semi-retirees.

One of the motivations for starting the business was an experience with Ian’s mum, who was living alone.

“We bought her one of those medical alert necklaces, but she refused to wear it,” Irene said.

“She had a stroke and, even if she’d been wearing it, she was paralysed and couldn’t use it.”

Irene said running a business via the internet allows the flexibility to work when they need to and to prioritise personal commitments such as picking up the grandchildren from school.

Ian is the “tech” wizard in the business, and admits that side of it is challenging.

“I’ve always had an interest in online,” he said. “Our service is working so far, and so we’re happy.”

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Locals crafty challenge

This is a chance for the local community to support Australian troops overseas at Christmas

FOR THE past few years, Maryborough Artisans Inc committee have involved local crafters with a community challenge as part of their annual CraftFest, held at the Maryborough City Hall, each November. As this is the 10th annual event, the committee wanted to create a challenge which would relate to crafters and the public alike.

Hence they are holding a Christmas stocking challenge, to support Care Packages for Australian troops overseas.

Maryborough Artisans Inc committee has had tremendous feedback from Tam Geritz, who has organised care packages for the past few years.

Tam tells some amazing stories of how appreciative the recipients are when they receive the packs. Just to get a parcel of good old Aussie treats lifts their spirits to no end when the troops are away from their family and friends at Christmas.

Crafters are being asked to submit an entry into the Stocking Challenge, but bear in mind that the total weight of the package is to be kept to a minimum of 2kg so packages qualify for free postage, therefore

HELPING OUR TROOPS: Maryborough Heritage CraftFest 2017 will be presented by Maryborough Aritsans Inc members.

their creations need to be made of light weight fabric, so as many treats as possible can go into the package.

Also, stockings need to be gender neutral, as there is no way of knowing if a male or female will receive the package.

Crafters are also invited to include a personal note

inside the stocking.

Entries need to be kept to a maximum finished size of 40x30 cm and maximum weight of 150gm.

Stocking will be judged on the quality of workmanship and creativity in two sections, these being an open section and a junior

section for entrants 15 years and younger.

Individual prizes, of $30, $20 and $10 will be awarded for first, second and third placings, as chosen by our judge.

The stockings entered into the challenge will become the property of Maryborough Aritsans Inc and will be donated to the

Care Package program at the end of CraftFest.

Stockings will be folded and placed inside the package, on top of the treats so when the package is opened, the stocking will be the first thing to be seen.

During CraftFest there will be a collection bin if anyone would like to

donate products to go into the packages.

There are a few requirements with items donated, as no glass containers or aerosols are suitable, and use-by dates need to be mid-2018.

Suitable products to donate include sample size or travel size packs of hand creams, toothbrush and paste, chap sticks, Christmas-themed items like tinsel and small decorations, bags of lollies, small jars vegemite in plastic containers, snack sized chips or pretzels, etc.

Donations of cash will also be accepted, and this will be used to purchase items which are in short supply for the packages.

More suggestions can be found on the entry form available at Wide Bay Gallery, Adelaide St, Maryborough, Morgan’s Sewing and Embroidery Centre, Melory Place, Torquay Rd, Hervey Bay, by email craftfest@live.com. au or go to www.facebook. com/MaryboroughHeritage CraftFest.

Maryborough Heritage CraftFest 2017 will be presented by Maryborough Aritsans Inc, City Hall, Kent St, Maryborough November 2–4, 9am–3pm daily.

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Explore and experience the creative spaces of more than twenty local artists and artisans throughout the region in the months of June and July.

“This initiative allows the community to visit the private studios of local artists to get an understanding of how they work and to experience their creative environments,” said Gympie Regional Council’s Mayor Mick Curran.

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Story of economic abuse FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK GAIL FORRER

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HERE’S one woman’s story, which I’m sure will resonate with many other homeless woman. Janet (not her real name) was separated in 2001 when she met her future partner. She is now early 60s. This is her story: He – let’s call him Jack – was charming with a ready smile. His politics leaned towards the left, always sticking up for the poor and less educated.

He was the son of a single mother who sacrificed everything to pay for his convent school

fees and elocution lessons. In return, he had housed and practically clothed her since first receiving a pay check from his first job.

He married young and, after an early divorce, stayed close to his now adult children.

He was into the third decade of his second relationship but it had soured (because, he said, of the partner’s lazy ways) many years before and he basically led a single life.

The narrative held a tone of heart-warming angles and perfectly promoted his generous, caring profile.

All perfect – not for long. Janet was introduced to Jack through her friends, a young couple who purchased a business from him.

Initially all was well, in fact nearly too good to be true, and they were happy to make the introduction.

But within 12 months, the relationship and business were showing major fault lines. On the other hand, her relationship with him was, she thought, flourishing.

The couple told Janet their worries and asked her to take heed. But by that time, she was completely taken in by him and believed his versions of many stories.

Ultimately, she learned they were not the first couple whose business dealings with him had faltered.

Janet also watched as he parted with family members who didn’t see to eye with him and, as time went on, sadly, watch others being taken in. But she had met his mother and adult children and their families, who were decent enough to encourage her belief in his authenticity.

After four years they moved in together onto his property. He didn’t work but explained he was a “businessman” who looked for his own projects to make work.

Of course, when the money ran out, he noted that in many ways they were not “united”. She was a hard worker with her own weekly income and he struggled on alone.

She loved him, she told him she would sell her home and, in the meantime, allow him to put his name on the account her wages went into.

She said the money from the sale of her beachside unit could go straight to his considerable mortgage – the money would pay for about a quarter of the mortgage.

In return, he promised to include her name on the family trust that held the property they lived on and not to worry, that if anything happened, the fact they had lived together meant she was entitled to her share.

Ultimately, her name wasn’t included on the trust document – he blamed this on the unreasonable cost it would incur. Trusting the absolute integrity of the man she lived with, she never questioned a thing.

Four years later, the money from the sale of her house had gone and the bank wanted further mortgage payments. He had an affair and literally packed her belongings, paid for three months in a storage shed, walked into her office and put the storage receipt and keys to the shed on her desk.

The same as many people he had done business with – he had gained their trust, taken money, not

provided the return and then with a myriad of self-serving excuses, dumped them.

She said even after that, she trusted him to give back her money and she didn’t have funds for solicitors anyway. In the early days, he kept her at bay with a few payments of $1000 and kept visiting her with promises. She was emotional, shell shocked and shattered.

Eight years later, she rents, he lives on his same property, and she sees him around the area with other women.

The report on The Conversation noted the ABS did ask respondents if these tactics were used to “prevent or control your behaviour with the intent to cause you emotional harm or fear”.

This caveat is important

as economic abuse, like other forms of intimate partner violence, is a pattern of behaviour that often starts with seemingly innocuous or caring behaviours.

For example: “Don’t worry, I’ll look after all the banking”.

Victims often don’t recognise financial control in their relationship as abuse.

The report said of the 15.7% of women and 7.1% of men who experienced economic abuse in their lifetimes, the risk peaked between the ages of 40 and 49.

In this age group, 20.9% of women and 10.3% of men reported economic abuse. We see that prevalence is halved among 18–29-year-olds but this is likely to be an underestimate.

TRUE STORY: Janet was a victim of economic abuse.

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WHAT is economic abuse?

Economic abuse is a hidden form of intimate partner abuse. Victims are often unaware it is happening – until they are in the process of separation and divorce, or are experiencing severe financial stress.

Emotional abuse occurs between intimate partners when one controls or manipulates the other person’s access to finances, assets and decision-making to create dependence and control.

It is a powerful abuse tactic, which leaves victims financially incapacitated – a major reason why people don’t leave abusive or violent relationships.

Economic abuse is recognised as a form of family violence in law in Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory.

(This definition has been sourced from: www. theconversation. com/revealed-thehidden-problem-ofeconomic-abuse-inaustralia-73764.)

THE DATA

The Australian Bureau of Statistics interviewed 17,050 women and men in Australia in 2012 about their experiences of violence in the community and in their homes.

For the first time, data included items that measured economic abuse, but these were hidden in the emotional abuse statistics.

The ABS defined economic abuse when a partner: ■ Stopped or tried to

stop you knowing about or having access to household money ■ Stopped or tried to stop you from working, earning money, or studying ■ Deprived you of necessities (such as food, shelter, sleep, assistive aids) ■ Damaged, destroyed or stolen any of your property. (https://the conversation.com/ revealed-the-hiddenproblem-of-economicabuse-in-australia73764)

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Stop tapping your teeth, or else SNAPSHOTS OF LIFE ANN RICKARD ann.rickard@apn.com.au

EMPOWER YOURSELF: Become familiar with the aged care system and its changes.

Explaining changes to aged care system

SOONER or later you will be exploring the government’s changes to aged care packages.

If your journey has just begun, you should become familiar with the system and its changes.

Previously, the Federal Government gave financial subsidies directly to nursing homes or service providers on behalf of patients.

Now there’s been a switch, with the government providing subsidies directly to the patient/client so that they can make the choice of homes and services.

This will empower the individual and make similar service providers more competitive for your dollar.

ACCESSING AN AGED CARE PACKAGE OR HOME CARE PACKAGE

If a family member is ready to receive a Home Care Package (services received at home) or go into an aged care facility (usually this decision is made when it is determined that 24-hour care is needed), there are steps you need to follow.

ORGANISE AN ASSESSMENT

■ When an older person begins to show signs of needing more help than the occasional assistance, an ACAT assessment can be arranged by the person’s GP. ■ The free assessment will determine the person’s care needs and eligible level of care.

■ It helps ascertain

HANGING on to all your teeth until your dying day is a big one.

Fortunately, our grandchildren won’t have the problems we did in our youth and will almost certainly be able to keep all their teeth into old age.

I grew up in the era when a visit to the dentist either meant an extraction or a hole the size of the Grand Canyon drilled into a tooth which was then filled with poisonous silver amalgam.

Now my grandchildren find my fillings a source of ‘have-to-look-train-wreck’ horror.

It’s the perfect warning for them to pay attention to their oral hygiene.

I do have all my own teeth and I’m not giving any of them up. Ever.

On my last dentist visit, I was delighted to come out of the chair without having to suffer treatment.

“It’s all about the environment you keep your teeth in,” my dentist told me and while I have been diligent about teeth cleaning all my adult life I have never considered their environment before.

I think my dentist meant regular cleaning, conscientious flossing, consistent mouthwash and using those little stick things to harden the

gums.

“And don’t tap your teeth,” the dentist told me as I was about to depart.

Eh? Tapping the teeth?

Who does that?

Later I thought about it while I was tapping my teeth.

It occurs usually when I am at the computer editing my work.

I had not been aware of it before but now I am.

Now that I have pointed this out to you, it’s likely you will become aware of your own teeth tapping.

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■ Choosing the right providers for you or your family member, whether they are at home or in a facility, is essential.

■ Personal recommendations are always a good start.

■ Your ACAT assessment should list all care needs.

■ Use the letter of assessment from the ACAT as your guide and make it available to potential carers or facilities to let them know what care is needed based on the family member’s situation.

■ Talk to family members and carers to make sure you have thought of everything.

■ Once you have a list of places or caregivers, call each one and arrange a visit or interview.

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Community HOW TO SUBMIT NOTICES

TO ALLOW for readers’ requests for the publication of more neighbourhood news, please keep notices short and to the point (100 word maximum).

If you would like to submit a photo please ensure it is at least 180dpi with faces in a nice and bright setting.

The deadline for the July issue is July 5. Email Nicky or Chris at communitynotes@ seniorsnewspaper. com.au

HERVEY BAY AND MARYBOROUGH MS SUPPORT GROUP

THE Hervey Bay and Maryborough Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meet on the first Friday of each month on the Deck at the Hervey Bay RSL at 10am for a coffee and a chat.

Our meeting numbers continue to grow and with that comes strength as we share the MS journeys of more people and it bring home the realisation as to how varied and complex MS is and difficult to diagnose.

A really good crowd attended the Neuro Wellbeing workshop sponsored by MS Queensland with four presenters delivering very interesting and informative news, updates and how we can all improve our daily lives by adjusting our lifestyles with exercise, diet and keeping a positive attitude.

We are always

HOPEFULL WINNERS: Hervey Bay VIEW Club photo submission for the Fabulous Fountain Photo Competition run by VIEW Australia.

welcoming of anyone with MS and newly diagnosed are most welcome to sit in on a meeting to discuss their own situation and ask questions. Details call Bev 4128 2692 or email bev_cornwell@hotmail. com.

HERVEY BAY VIEW CLUB

OUR meetings and lunch are always the second Monday of each month at the clubhouse, Tooth St, Pialba, from 10.30am and usually includes a guest speaker.

Monthly socials are on the forth Monday at various venues from 9.30am. Friendships formed through clubs like ours become a bond between people whose paths would not necessarily cross thus interests are shared and extra quality added to our lives.

At our May social a group photo was taken for the Fabulous Fountain Photo completion being hosted by View Australia

in the Botanic Gardens Urangan. Details call Kerry 0409 479 152 or email herveybay.viewclub95@ gmail.com.

FRASER COAST CALISTENICS

WE will hold our mid-year concert and Tombola at the Marybourgh Town Hall, Kent St, Maryborough, on Saturday, July 16, from 2–5.30pm. Entry: Adults $10, children/pensioners $5, children under five years free.

Sausage sizzle, snacks and drinks available.

Details call 0478 100 123 or email fccalistenics@hotmail. com or go to www.fccalisthenics.teamapp.com.au.

BUNDABERG PCYC

BUNDABERG PCYC will hold a market on Sunday, July 9, at the PCYC Multiplex. The market will run from 8am, with the canteen open from 7.30am, and there will also be a sausage sizzle

in operation.

Stalls selling plants, woodwork, jewellery, cakes, jams, gift cards and much more with new stalls each month.

To book a site or for more information, call Irene on 0437 645 941 or email irene.petretic@pcyc. org.au.

BARGARA AND DISTRICT MIXED PROBUS CLUB

MAY is the time for the annual Friendship Day in the Bargara and District Mixed Probus Club.

Fifty members and visitors gathered together at the new facilities at the Bargara Foreshore Reserve for a morning of games and fellowship before enjoying a hot picnic menu lunch delivered to us by Meals on Wheels.

This was followed by fruit platters prepared by members. We were lucky to have a beautiful sunny autumn day with a light breeze and, although the venue was a little noisy

Neuro Wellbeing workshop held in Hervey Bay on World MS Day. Amanda Johnson, Bel Dubois, Tim O’Maley, Joy Constantine and Annabelle Toohey.

due to building and landscaping further along the beach, we played horse shoes while an hilarious chocolate games kept members on their feet and vying for the prize of one piece of chocolate before their opportunity was lost to the next participant. Fun and Friendship is our motto and wherever Probians meet there is always fun and laughter.

SPEAK EASY TOASTMASTERS

AT MAY’S meeting the members were enthralled and spell bound at the trails and tribulations, as one of their members related her experiences from being handicapped, to becoming a world athlete in the field of Ice Figure Skating and representing Australia at Helsinki, Grenoble and other exotic places.

A tremendous effort indeed, well done Toastmaster Anne Light with your presentation.

In addition the

members were informed by the experienced Toastmaster Dawn Smith, of the advances in the latest information, in respect to the 2017 Educational Program of the Toastmaster International that covers many Pathways.

That has been designed with the various career opportunities, and which have been tailored to suit today’s challenging employment areas.

Toastmasters offer a tremendous opportunity for those with speaking difficulties to overcoming their fears of speaking in any situation.

Toastmasters is a economical way of improving yourself for future employment interviews and promotional success within your career path.

There are clubs in the Wide Bay area, that meet on various nights of the week, as well as day clubs.

Details call Joy on 4125 5489 or Marjory on 4194 5506.

Get excited for July!

Be sure to check back in with Seniors in July as we look at the latest in housing trends, investigate reverse mortgages, and set out to chase the sun with holiday destinations designed to help our readers to beat the winter blues.

On the health front, we talk flu shots and herbal winter remedies, while at home in our living section we’ll find out how to keep our homes healthy and tidy to keep those

Pick up your free copy of the July edition at your local stockist or read online at seniorsnews.com.au LiViNG + MONEY + WELLBEiNG + TraVEL

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Travel

Skiing into winter THE SNOW has started to fall and that means winter holidays. Ann Rickard gives her top picks in Australia and then hops over the ditch for a couple more. ★ Mt. Hotham, Victoria In the Victorian Alps, this is one of the country’s most popular ski towns and has mid-week deals in the season making it senior friendly. Way to go.

★ Thredbo, NSW The name has been synonymous with Australian skiing for as long as an old Aussie snow-skier can remember. Fourteen chairlifts will get you to the top quickly and comfortably. ★ Mt. Buller, Victoria A three hour drive from Melbourne and a popular resort village.

Great downhill runs and good for cross-country

skiers. ★ Perisher, NSW In the Kosciuszko National Park, this is a big one. Seven mountains, slopes for all levels from beginners to professionals. An extensive range of properties in the Perisher Valley let you choose from budget to super-fancy. ★ Queenstown, New Zealand The spectacular

beauty of Queenstown is more than worth the three hour flight. With modern chairlifts, big runs, four ski resorts, heart-stopping views. ★ Falls Creek, Victoria Good cross country skiing and home to Australia’s National Cross Country Ski Team but there’s more than just skiing here: street parties, fireworks and plenty of entertainment.

★ Charlotte Pass, NSW The highest resort in the Snowy Mountains and with the highest annual snowfall of any ski resort, this is a reliable one. No big crowds adds to its appeal. ★ Mt. Hutt, New Zealand An hour and a half drive from Christchurch gets you there. Good children’s facilities if you

want to take the grandkids. ★ Mt Ruapehu, North Island New Zealand In the North Island, this is a pretty alpine destination in a World Heritage National Park.

More than 54 runs to explore. ★ Mt. Mawson, Tasmania Low cost, no crowds, the Mount Field National Park, an hour and a half drive from Hobart.

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Dreaming dolphins on an island

By SHIRLEY SINCLAIR

MOTHER and son arrived at the island resort in July 1993, booking a spot for three nights.

She stayed her distance quietly at the back of all the fuss, allowing her offspring to investigate hesitantly.

The pair stayed away for the next three nights but on the fourth night the youngster returned on his own. He had been orphaned – he was alone at eight months of age.

In poor condition and no doubt in survival mode, he charged headlong into the pod of inshore bottlenose dolphins in the shallows off Moreton Island and began feeding greedily on the free baitfish on offer.

Blind Freddie could see Echo needed guidance.

So the group’s older,

DOLPHIN ATTRACTION ■ Humans and dolphins have been interacting on Moreton Island for much longer than the 20th century.

■ The Ngugi people – traditional indigenous inhabitants of Moreton Island – would use clubs to make a loud noise in the water to attract the baitfish and dolphins.

■ The dolphins would push the baitfish towards the shallows, as if herding them towards the men.

■ The Aborigines would then thank the dolphins by feeding them some of the fish. calmer ‘grandfather’, thought to be partially blind, took the youngster under his flipper. He cared for the nipper and they arrived at the jetty and left together each night.

Wise Fred taught Echo how to hunt and catch his own food, which he was seen to do for the first time at age two.

Staff slowly reduced Echo’s fish intake back to normal levels and he eventually became one of the fastest and best fish

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Since the Osbornes bought the resort in December 1980, a procession of dolphin regulars have won their hearts – from the first friendly aquatic mammal they called Beauty.

Beauty came close enough to take the first fish from Betty’s hand in 1992. That affinity

between the two set in motion today’s wild dolphin feeding program and care practices that are recognised as among the best in the world.

Various members of the Moreton Bay pod return after sunset daily to the island jetty, showing off their dolphin antics and allowing visitors to

hand-feed them.

Beauty’s calves Bobo, Tinkerbell and Shadow, Tinkerbell’s children Tangles, Storm and Phoenix and Shadow’s children Silhouette and Zephyr have joined the unique interaction in the past 25 years.

And after dusk on a cool autumn Saturday, we are

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TANGALOOMA ISLAND RESORT ABOVE: Enjoy the evening stars and a glass-bottom boat tour.

RIGHT: Follow the leader in quad bikes.

PHOTOS: SHIRLEY SINCLAIR

WILD IN THE WATER: Try dolphin feeding at dusk.

among the throng of hundreds of other wildlife lovers lining terraced seating on the well-lit jetty, ready to meet the current generation.

The dorsal fins are clearly visible, dashing around the shallows.

Eleven dolphins have decided to join us tonight.

The moment has arrived.

Orderly lines form behind each bucket spread out across the sandy beach. Only 10–15% of the dolphins’ daily intake is offered in the feeding sessions, using a type of high-fat herring.

The amount of fish is

strictly weighed and distributed in buckets according to the number of people registered for the feeding so as not to surpass daily intake limits for the dolphins.

We are at the front of the first line closest to the jetty as cormorants and pelicans keep watchful eyes on the buckets for any spilled morsel.

And we learn we will have the privilege of meeting 25-year-old Echo, now a gentle soul and favourite among visitors, including tennis champion Rodger Federer, whose photo with him hangs on the wall of the nearby Marine Education and Conservation Centre.

The two women from the United Kingdom behind us can barely contain their excitement.

They tell us they have waited 12 months since booking to be standing

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here, across the other side of the world, taking in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Staff members move down to the buckets, take out a fish and show us how it’s done.

Having ensured we are wearing no sunscreen, insect repellent or moisturiser, we move to white buckets to wash our hands and lower arms in anti-bacterial wash. Each visitor is then brought down the beach to feed a fish to their particular dolphin – with resort photographers on standby to capture the moment.

Echo slowly moves closer and ever-so-gently opens up, showing tiny teeth in his long U-shaped mouth, gladly accepting my offering.

The writer was a guest of Tangalooma Island Resort.

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Happy camping at Kakadu KAKADU is predicting a rise in happy campers following the announcement that Flash Camp will return for a second season at the Cooinda Camping Ground from June 23 to September 21.

Set in beautifully shady grounds, Flash Camp @ Kakadu offers bespoke bell tent accommodation in the heart of Kakadu National

Park – ideal for those seeking an effortless camping experience while exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Listed wilderness.

Accommodation will include double and twin bell tents with spring-foam mattresses on pallet bases, quality bed linen, fresh towels, bamboo furniture, toiletries and Armadillo & Co rugs. Tents have power,

lighting and a fan, though nights are usually mild throughout the ‘winter’ season (18–20°C). Guests will also have access to the recently renovated communal toilet and shower facilities, barbecues, as well as a restaurant, bar and pools at the adjoining Cooinda Lodge.

Cooinda is one of the

most convenient bases for touring Kakadu, with Yellow Water Cruises and Spirit of Kakadu Adventure tours operating from Cooinda. Warradjan Cultural Centre – a showcase for Kakadu’s indigenous culture and heritage – is just five minutes’ drive from the camp ground, and major tourist sites like Nourlangie, Anbangbang,

Twin Falls, Jim Jim and Gunlom are all within an easy drive.

Cooinda Camping Ground is located next to Yellow Water Billabong, 30 minutes from Jabiru and just more than three hours’ drive from Darwin. Flash Camp @ Kakadu rates start at $140 per night. Visit: www.kakadutourism. com/accommodation or call (08) 8979 1500.

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Keep men moving Better health tips for men 60 and over Tracey Johnstone

ARE you still working, retired, volunteering in the community or planning to travel, busy at home with grandchildren in your life?

The 60s are a decade of change for many men, when the routines of the past can disappear and you may have a bit more time to do your own thing.

How you spend your time has as much to do with your health as any other influences. So, keep moving with an activity at least 30 minutes a day.

The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute men’s health group Foundation 49 have put together a To Do list of health checks for men who are into their

60th year. First up is, if you don’t have a GP, find one that you feel comfortable with discussing openly your health issues. Set yourself a target of meeting with your GP at least once a year; maybe use your birthday as the date you make your annual appointment.

Do a 60s health check list with your GP: ■ Weight and waist measurement.

■ Blood pressure.

■ Cholesterol and glucose levels.

■ Eye checks, especially for glaucoma and cataracts.

■ Bowel cancer screening.

■ Flu and pneumonia shots.

■ Blood test for kidney and liver function.

■ Mental health – talk about any concerns with your GP or a counsellor.

■ Discuss prostate health with your GP. Foundation 49 DIY tips for over 60 and over: ■ Keep physically and mentally active – play golf, tennis, undertake brisk walking or try cycling.

■ Challenge yourself often and keep on learning new things.

■ Drink moderately; are you having at least three alcohol-free days each week?

■ Socialise as much as possible – Laugh lots and loud.

Next month; Your 70s.

Staying warm with indoor exercises Tracey Johnstone

IT’S getting colder and the motivation to be active outside may be waning, but that’s no reason to be inactive.

Heart Foundation’s Healthy Living manager Sheree Hughes reminds us that regular, moderate physical activity is great for your heart health.

“It helps control risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and being overweight,” Ms Hughes said.

“It’s never too late to

start and get the benefits.”

Remember, do everything in moderation, check with your doctor before you start any new exercise program and be active every day for at least 30 minutes.

■ Indoor Walking At home stepping out indoors is easy to do. No gym clothing is required, just comfortable shoes.

■ Stairs Use the stairs around your home to walk up and down for 30 minutes. Use a climbing and descending pace that

suits your fitness and balance.

■ Dancing Find a clear, level space in your lounge or even in the garage, turn on your favourite dances tunes and then start dancing like no one is watching.

It’s fun and stress relieving.

■ Lunges You will never see your hallway in the same light again.

■ Cleaning I know, I know, it’s so much fun, but it has to be done, so why not make house cleaning benefit

more than just the household.

■ Sweeping Lose the leaf blower and get hold of the old broom and sweep your driveway, tiles and pathway as a way to gently work your back and arms.

For more active ideas, phone 1300 362 787 or heartfoundation.org.au/ active-living/get-active.

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Passion for the job makes 70s happiest time to work NEW research reveals that people older than 70 are the happiest at work.

The result will surprise many who see this as a well-earned time to put up their feet and relax, or just get off the treadmill and enjoy outside interests.

But the report Happy workers: How satisfied are Australians at work?, conducted by Curtin University with Making Work Absolutely Human (mwah) and comprising 17,000 participants, reveals while pay, job security and hours of work count, the job itself is paramount.

“It’s what you do, how you are able to go about your work and who is alongside you that matters the most when it comes to job satisfaction,” mwah CEO Rhonda Brighton-Hall told Seniors Newspaper Publications.

Just over 60% of workers in their 70s (a sample size of 99) reported feeling very satisfied with their job overall, compared with only 24% of Gen Y, 28% of

Gen X and 33% of Baby Boomers.

Most workers in their 70s were working on a part-time basis – 70% part-time, 30% full-time.

“Workers who continue on beyond the age of 70 are likely doing so not out of necessity but because they love what they are doing,” Rhonda said.

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When people feel valued, and included, they thrive, and give their best Without the stresses of raising a family, she said, many already had more free time and chose to continue working to “be productive and make a difference”.

“We see work as … the opportunity to use our hands, our minds, our strength, our creativity and sometimes even our hearts, to contribute to the community in which we live,” she said in the report.

LOVING IT: Making Work Absolutely Human CEO Rhonda Brighton-Hall says over-70s are happy at work because they love what they are doing.

In some cases, she told Seniors, older participants had totally dismissed the idea of retiring, asking “Why would I retire, when there’s so much more to

do?”

“In short, they want to make a difference, and see their work as an important part of making that difference,” Rhonda said.

The fact that most over-70s worked part-time aligns with another of the survey findings, that satisfaction with hours of work increases up to 25 hours each week before dipping and rising again until it reaches 38 hours, after which it falls markedly.

People who are able to do a little work from home each week tend to report higher levels of job satisfaction than those unable to do so.

Baby Boomers (born 1946–64) report being happier working ‘for’ others in caring and community roles, or in the outdoors, such as agriculture.

They prefer to work in small to medium businesses rather than big ones, and the most important factors remain the type of work, who it is done with, and freedom around how it is done.

The survey also found those of us in regional and remote areas are happier than our city counterparts.

“People are happier in smaller businesses and

working less hours,” Rhonda said, pointing also to the commuting time often involved in city life.

“There could also be something in the hustle and bustle of city life and potentially the greater intensity and competitive nature of big businesses that means people find work less satisfying in the cities than they do in regional areas,” she said.

In her foreward to the report, Rhonda stated: “We will spend a large part of our adult lives working – over 100,000 hours in some cases.

“Work is a core component of our existence, our identity, our financial independence, and ultimately, our overall wellbeing.”

So, if we will spend over 100,000 hours in some cases working, and almost one-third of Australians (29%) reported dissatisfaction with payment and working hours, what can businesses do to make workers happier?”

Rhonda said.

How would you make the world a better place to live?

EVERYONE should have to write their own epitaph when they are about 50 years old to help them decide what they want to be remembered for.

That’s just one of many ideas Xplore for Success founder and CEO Diana Ryall AM has to make this a better world in which to live, and to leave for our children and grandchildren.

It’s this ongoing interest in, and passion to make the world a better place,

which Diana said drives her and makes her one of the people over 70 who are Australia’s happiest workers.

The managing director of Apple Australia from 1997–2001 and former head of Chief Executive Women’s talent development program (among many other accomplishments) said she was fortunate to have always worked in areas she loved, from her earliest days as a

computer science and maths teacher.

She said she prized being part of the early days of the technological revolution and being at the forefront of supporting women’s push towards equality in the workplace.

“My work is my passion,” Diana said.

“That’s a true gift if you can work in something you love.”

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never enjoy simply because they need the money.

Others are forced unwillingly out of their jobs due to age or workplace modifications, often due to technological change and redundancy.

She said regardless of your job, it should not define your self-worth and you must have outside interests, whether family, environmental, sporting or cultural.

“For me, every day is stimulating and inspiring. I love what I do, I just do it a little more slowly now,” Diana laughed.

“One of the things that keeps me young and up-to-date is continuing to work and have that connection with people of different ages.”

Her interest in gender equality has led her to look at other areas of equality, including the influence of race, disability, age and sexual identification in the workplace.

While Australia has come a long way since she grew up under the White Australia Policy, she said there was no doubt a privilege bias remained towards the young,

EMBRACING LIFE: Diana Ryall AM has spent her working life doing jobs she loves.

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Caucasian male and old values of the five-day working week.

“We need to truly embrace flexibility in our workplaces – whether it’s for young mums, dads, people with disabilities or health problems or older people,” Diana said.

She believes “an inclusive workplace culture would make gender diversity an issue of the past” and lead the way to a brighter, happier Australia.

“If I can look at what I’ve achieved and say, I have paved the way and given a hand up to other

women to be successful in the future, then that’s my legacy,” Diana said.

Everyone’s legacy to future generations will be different, but whether it’s working for a cause, parents minding grandchildren so their children can go to work and get ahead, or volunteering at charities and investing time in helping others, Diana said everyone – working or retired – should think about what they are doing to leave Australia, and the world a better place.

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Ever thought of your furry friend as dance partner?

UNFORTUNATELY for dog owners, winter can’t be a time for hibernation and extra couch time.

Even when you want to snuggle in and catch up on the new Netflix series, those beaming eyes and wet nose stop you in your tracks.

Dogs (and humans) need to keep mobile and fit year round to ensure a long and healthy life.

Dogs Queensland general manager Rob Harrison says there are several ways your dog can help you stay motivated during the cooler months.

“Dogs have a unique way to get us moving in winter, they need to be outside and keeping fit,” he said.

“Fortunately, there are several ways you can keep exercise interesting with your furry friend.”

Whether you’re looking to join in, or find an activity exclusively for your dog, there are numerous ways you can try something new.

Here are the top five tips from Dogs Queensland to keep you motivated: ★Try new walking tracks – it’s easy to forget about the winter chill when you are in the midst of nature.

Search online for some dog-friendly walking trails or summits nearby, even make a day of it and head to the beach.

The crashing of the waves is beautiful year round. ★Move your walking times until later in the day – on weekends, try walking around lunch time to feel the sunshine a little more than in the mornings. ★Set social activities with your friends and their dogs – try catching up with friends at dog-friendly parks and beaches.

BYO lunch and both you and your pooch can socialise all afternoon. ★Get your pup into dog sports – winter is the pe rfect time to start a

new activity with your pup.

Head to the Dogs Queensland website to find a local club and introduce yourself and your dog to new people and new sports such as flyball, agility and endurance. ★Dance with you dog – if you’re looking for something out of the box, this is for you.

There are various clubs throughout Queensland that allow you to learn and perform choreographed tricks and moves to your favourite tune with your pooch.

Not only is this a lot of fun, it will also teach your dog obedience and help you form an inseparable bond.

A list of affiliated Dogs Queensland clubs can be found at www.dogsqueensland.org.au/Club.

Information on upcoming shows and trials can be found at www.dogsqueensland. org.au/ShowAndTrial

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■ In nubuck and suede, there are navy shades. Consider breaking up the navy with tan shoelaces and a tan sole.

Jeans ■ Men’s styles are a lot more tapered that they used to be, including in jeans.

■ The most modern cut for any man of any age is a slim leg.

■ Out are boot cuts and wide, baggy legs.

Accessories ■ Men are becoming more discerning with accessories. Wear interesting cuff links, adding in a pocket square to their jackets or a tie pin.

■ Patterned socks are in fashion.

Grooming ■ A well-groomed man with a well manscaped beard and moustache can look sophisticated.

■ It’s about keeping any facial hair neatly trimmed and tidy.

The same for any hairstyle.

■ Choosing your hairstyle and your glasses should be about the shape of your face.

Shopping Sally recommends men older than 50 head to such shops as MJ Bale, Trenery and Sportscraft to find their fashion choices for any time of the year.

See www.styledbysally. com.au for more.

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SALLY Mackinnon, a Melbourne-based men’s stylist, knows what men need to do to stay stylish during this winter.

She has a list of easy style tips that are practical for men older than 50 whether they are working or retired and looking to dress for a more relaxed lifestyle.

“Men’s fashion doesn’t change as frequently as women’s,” Sally said.

“Without a doubt, the cycle of change is a lot slower so you see a lot less change season to season.

“It’s a good thing for men as the same sorts of things come around each winter season.

“Investing in some classic pieces that are good quality and, if you look after them, a guy can have things in his wardrobe for many, many years because he is not faced with ‘next season this is not in fashion’ type problem.”

Sally’s top winter tips are: Best colours ■ Navy and grey are always popular throughout the year, and remain welcome colours in winter.

■ Deep burgundy red compliments the navy and grey and adds a little bit of warm colour to the wardrobe.

Fabric and patterns

■ Keep the separates choices classic and tailored, such as trousers, jumpers and shirts.

■ You can have a lot of fun with outer garments like coats and blazers.

■ There are a lot of great checked, plaid and Prince of Wales blazers and sports jackets around.

Jumpers ■ Knitwear is a great staple item in winter.

■ There are some shawl-collar jumper or button-up turtle neck ones around, that can be worn open with a collared shirt, and worn with a casual work outfits or with jeans.

Shoes ■ In the higher-end stores you will probably see shoes with velvet accents.

■ It’s unlikely the velvet trend, which is being seen in women’s shoes this winter, will filter into the mainstream men’s shoe offerings.

■ There are lots of suede and nubuck choices.

■ Men are experimenting more with shoe design and colour. It’s a great way to bring a bit of interest to an outfit which is mostly classic.

■ On-trend colours are chestnut to chocolate brown, which go with just about everything from classic to

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FINANCIAL LITERACY FEATURE

Do retirees need to lodge a tax return?

I HAVE been retired now for nearly 20 years and widowed. I receive the age pension and dividends from a small share portfolio. Do I have to lodge a tax return? I don’t generate sufficient income to pay tax. I have previously lodged tax returns via an accountant to get a refund on the franking credits on my share portfolio.

Is there a simpler way?

Answer: Retirees who are eligible for the Seniors and Age Pensioners Tax offset (SAPTO) and have rebatable income of less than $32,279 as a single (or $28,974 each if a member of a couple) are not obliged to lodge an annual tax return provided they meet these criteria and do not have the

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following circumstances.

You would be obliged to continue to submit annual tax returns if any of the following circumstances apply: ■ You receive income as a Pay-As-You-Go employee where tax was withheld.

■ You received reportable fringe benefits in the

financial year.

■ You carried on a business as a self-employed person.

■ You received a distribution from a trust.

■ You received income from foreign employment, investments or pensions.

■ You have not claimed your private health insurance rebate and wish to do so.

■ You wish to claim tax deductions for donations or eligible expenses.

■ You have made a capital gain in the current year or a loss in this year or earlier years that you wish to claim.

■ You own foreign assets worth more than $50,000 in Australian dollars.

You wish to claim tax deductions for donations or eligible expenses. You have made a capital gain

Myths and reality surrounding divorce EVERYDAY MATTERS CAROLYN DEVRIES CEO of New Way Lawyers

THIS month we look at part three of our series which provides information to individuals who are facing a separation, divorce or property settlement.

In this instalment we shed some light on the myth that the outcome of property settlement is influenced by who made the decision to end the relationship.

MYTH NUMBER 3: MY PARTNER HAD AN AFFAIR SO THEY SHOULD GET LESS OF THE PROPERTY

There are times where separation or divorce occurs because of infidelity.

In such situations, the aggrieved partner or spouse often believes the property settlement is a means for holding their partner to account or punishing them for their behaviour.

Unlike the family law systems in some countries, Australia has a no-fault family law system.

This means moral considerations, such as who decided to end the relationship or infidelity, are not relevant and will not impact the division of assets and liabilities.

The no-fault family law system means your property settlement will not resemble a controversial episode of the Jerry Springer Show with both parties airing dirty laundry. Instead focus is placed on the contributions the parties have made to the relationship and the future needs of the parties.

Although it can be difficult for an aggrieved spouse to learn the property settlement process operates on a no-fault basis, accepting this reality will minimise the time, expense and stress of the process.

In general, the most lengthy, expensive and stressful property settlements are those where clients conduct their property settlement driven by emotion rather than logic and, typically in these cases, neither party

to the relationship walks away satisfied.

PRACTICAL POINTER:

Although the reasons for the breakdown of your relationship may not be relevant to the legal processes associated with separation, divorce or property settlement, this does not mean you should suppress or ignore the emotions you are feeling.

Consider seeking support from a health professional, such as a counsellor or psychologist, who can provide guidance on managing and processing the emotions and stress arising from your situation. There is no shame in seeking extra help, everyone needs help from time to time.

This information is intended as general legal information for people living in Queensland and is not a substitute for individual legal advice.

New Way Lawyers – Corinda office 07 3278 3992, Capalaba office 07 3245 5033, Burleigh Waters office 07 5568 0669 www.new waylawyers. com.au.

in the current year or a loss in this year or earlier years that you wish to claim. You own foreign assets worth more than $50,000 in Australian dollars. Other criteria requiring a tax return to be lodged would be: ■ If you made a personal contribution to superannuation and you are entitled to claim a tax deduction or receive the government co-contribution (for those under 71).

■ Or if you have received an Australian superannuation lump sum where there was an untaxed component or you received a lump sum death benefit paid to you as a non-dependent.

Assuming you do not fall into the above category and your income

falls within the SAPTO limits, then you would not need to lodge a tax return.

Dividends paid to shareholders by Australian resident companies are taxed under a system known as imputation. This is where the tax the company pays is imputed to the shareholders. The tax paid by the company is allocated to shareholders as franking credits attached to the dividends they receive – typically the tax credit is 30%. If you are not required to lodge a tax return, you can claim a refund of the franking credits by lodging an “application for a refund of franking credits for individuals” with the ATO. You can lodge the form online, via www.my.gov.au, complete a paper form

and submit the records over the phone or via post direct to the ATO in your capital city. Application forms for the 2017 tax year will be available after June 30, 2017.

Processing of the refund typically takes two weeks for online or phone claims. Paper based applications will take up to 50 days to process.

For further information, go to www.ato.gov.au or call 132 865.

Q&A with The Coach story first appeared on the WealthParners website.

Any general advice in this story doesn’t take account of personal situations, objectives, financial situation and needs. For more information from Wealth Partners, go to www. wealthpartners. net.au.

Help for genuine debt reduction BEING excluded from mainstream financial services doesn’t mean there is no avenue for finding help to your financial stress other than to pay a high price through shop-front lenders.

Good Shepherd Microfinance (GSM) offers financial relief for low-income earners through several programs that are underwritten by the National Australia Bank and state governments.

About 30% of its flagship program, No Interest Loan Scheme, clients are seniors. Last year GSM helped 6900 senior clients deal with financial stress.

A car breaking down, an unexpected household or medical bill, can all push a person or family into financial stress. Good Shepherd Microfinance’s acting chief executive Renee Hancock said in Australia now there were a staggering two million people experiencing severe financial stress and another 10 million experiencing low-level financial stress.

Of those, she said about three million were experiencing financial

exclusion.

“Many of those people are excluded from accessing mainstream financial services which means they can’t access a credit card, or a personal loan, they might find it difficult to access insurance products which is right for their needs. We call that financial exclusion,” Ms Hancock said.

“GSM provides affordable financial programs and services for people who are financially excluded.”

Ms Hancock used the example of Robert to explain how the GSM could make a real difference.

He found himself homeless with no money, just one bag of belongings and a second-hand car when his relationship broke down. With the help of the GMS No Interest Loan Scheme, he was able to buy a new fridge and washing machine.

No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) is a credit option. It’s a loan up to $1200 which can be used to buy essential household items or services, such as whitegoods, medical

expenses, laptops and education. The loan is not cash, it goes directly to the supplier.

Repayments work out to between $15–$40 a fortnight over 12–18 months.

For more information and to find a local provider, go to www.nils.com.au.

Other services are: ★StepUp Loan Services, a low-interest loan of up to $3000, can be used for essential household goods and services. ★Good Insurance or Essentials by AAI is offered as GSM found clients often struggled to qualify for car insurance. ★Good Money stores which offer many of the GSM products and services. ★Addsup Savings Plan which encourages NILS and StepUP clients to develop positive, long-lasting savings habits. ★Good2GoNow – Good Shepherd Microfinance uses it buying power to give clients access to the best prices on computers and household appliances.

For more details, go to www.goodshepherd microfinance.org.au.

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What’s on MARYBOROUGH WOODIES OPEN DAY & CRAFT EXPO

INTERESTED in a new hobby working with wood?

Wanting a handcrafted gift or timber supplies? Then come to the Woodturners and Woodcraftsmen Guild – Open Day and Craft Expo on Saturday, July 8 at the Maryborough Showgrounds.

Woodturning, pyrography, carving and scroll saw work will be demonstrated in the Woodcraft and Lenthall Pavilions from 9am-3pm. Wooden items, crafts, timber slabs, turning blanks and a range of timbers will be available to purchase.

Refreshments also on sale. For more details, phone Ashley on 4122 1651 or Anne 4123 3180.

TIARO FARMING AND LIFESTYLE FIELD DAY

A HUGE line-up of live centre ring entertainment, plenty of presenters, loads of demonstrations, huge range of animals, horse handling workshops, cattle experts, children’s activities, food, stalls and much, much more. A Forum on Smart Farming will be conducted at 1pm.

The CWA ladies are running a cooking competition and all children from the local community will be given the opportunity to design a windmill blade. There will be the Mary River Catchment Group offering free water testing so bring along your samples from bores, creeks and dams.

The Tiaro Field Day gives

an affordable opportunity for landholders to access land management information and free professional advice. Once again this year a Led Cattle Show. For something new they will be incorporating Young Judges Competitions.

Come along on Saturday, July 8 from 9am-3pm at the Tiaro Recreation Grounds, Inman Street, Tiaro, Wide Bay-Burnett.

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GUY MCLEAN AT SUSAN HOMESTEAD

AUSTRALIA’S very own world renowned horseman Guy McLean, will show you his unique style of horsemanship throughout his two hour performance on Saturday, July 1. Enjoy Guy and his team of horses as he takes you on a journey with his exceptional liberty horses and bush poetry.

Barbecue and refreshments available.

Entry: Adults $35, Children 5-14 years $20, Family (two adults and two children) $100, Under 5 years free. Tickets available at the gate.

Gates open 4pm, show starts 6pm. Camping is available and welcomed.

You will find Susan River Homestead at 56 Noble Rd, Susan River. Details call Norman on 4121 6846 or email info@susanriver.com.

TIPPLES & TALES

TIPPLES and Tales is a combination of storytelling with yarns about the Bond Store and its role in the thirsty days of the early settlement; and a tantalising tasting experience of ports and liqueurs from Moffatdale Ridge and delicious

WOOD AND ART: Maryborough Woodies will have woodturning, pyrography, carving and scroll saw work demonstrations on their open day.

platters. Look around the Bond Store and take in the displays which use sound and video to engage visitors in the region’s history and highlight the original use of the building. Sessions July 1: 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Cost $30, located Bond Store, 101 Wharf St, Maryborough.

Phone 4190 5722 or email portside@ frasercoast.qld.gov.au.

ART AFTER DARK

EXHIBITION opening of ‘Captured in Bronze’ by Elizabeth Hersey, ‘Urangan Pier After 100 Years’ by Ellen Foulds and ‘Wanton, Wild and Unimagined’ by Alison McDonald by Umbrella Studios. Friday, June 23 at 6pm. Free entertainment, nibbles and cash bar available and live music.

Live demonstrations by local artists. Artisans Suitcase Markets at the

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Phone 4197 4206 or email regionalgallery@ frasercoast.qld.gov.au.

WINTERFEAST 2017

BACK for another year of tantalising treats, enticing events and farm-fresh produce. Running Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 16 these 10 delicious days are set to spoil food lovers with an abundance of premium quality produce, first-class dining experiences and family friendly events. This is a chance for locals to show off the Bundaberg region’s ever-growing culinary tourism attractions, and for visitors to experience all that the region has-to offer. Phone 1300 722 099 or go to www.winterfeast.com.au.

RAINBOW BEACH FAMILY FISHING CLASSIC

THIS event is major salt water fishing tournament.

This year the event will be run from Friday, July 21 to Saturday, July 29. The idyllic setting, beautiful white sandy beaches, 4WD pleasure and plenty of activities make this tournament unique. details call 5486 3191.

COOLOOLA DRAGONS GET RACING

ANNUAL Sleepy Lagoon Hotel Regatta at Tin Can Bay, enjoy watching Dragon Boat Racing from the Yacht Club. Sunday, July 30, 7am-3pm.

Located at Tin Can Bay Yacht Club, Norman Point, Tin Can Bay. Details email president@cooloola dragonboatclub.org.au or phone Sandra on

USING OILS LIKE WATERCOLOURS WORKSHOP

IN THIS workshop with Justine Newport you will learn techniques in using oil to paint like watercolour. Cost $60 ($54 for FOG members) with a small list of materials needed. Limited numbers. The workshop will be on Saturday, July 1, 9.30am-3pm. Gympie Regional Gallery 39 Nash St, Gympie. Phone 5481 0733 to book or email gallery@gympie. qld.gov.au.

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BOOK THIS SPACE!

THE awards presentation on opening night is a chance to meet the artists in a great atmosphere with music, wine and finger food. Each year the artwork on display is testament to the creative abilities of individuals residing in our communities, while visitors attending the festival share the privilege of being able to view or buy the results of many hours of intense effort and passion. Entry fee $5 for Mary Valley Artslink members $7.50 for non-members. Opening night June 29 at 6-9pm, Imbil Public Hall Edward St, Imbil. Then from June 30 at 10am until July 2 at 3pm there will be a wonderful three days of Mary Valley art and inspiration. Entry $3.

Details call Mary Valley Artslink Inc on 0419 024 291 or email info@maryvalleyartslink. com.au or go to www.maryvalleyarts link.com.au.

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Ten tips to save and stay warm BE THRIFTY AND THRIVE NICKY NORMAN NOW that we’ve entered winter, how long before you surrender to your heater and have to turn it on? Let’s look at ways in which you can save some money on your electricity bill, not just during the cooler months but throughout the year with these simple tips.

1. Buy energy efficient devices and appliances.

Check if there is a label like Energy Star or an energy class label.

2. Avoid the clothes

dryer when you can. Dry your wet items on a clothesline or only dry smaller items and hang out the rest. If you are unable to do this because you don’t have access to a clothesline, try not to overfill the dryer.

3. Turn off the lights when you leave the room.

This is wasting power and your money.

4. Computers can be set up to use the power saving modes. Enable ‘Sleep’ for desktops and ‘Hibernation’ for notebook PCs running Windows. Note that screen savers are not energy savers. Using a screen saver may in fact use more energy than not using one.

5. Change your regular light bulbs to more efficient light bulbs. LED (light-emitting diode) or CFL (compact fluorescent light) bulbs use a lot less electricity and last a long time. They do cost more than regular bulbs so you probably don’t want to change them all at once.

6. Turn off all household appliances like TVs and computers at the wall, when not being used. You can easily waste hundreds of dollars a year leaving these on.

7. Try to use cold water when using the washing machine. Top or front loader washing powders for cold water are available and clean your

clothes efficiently without the hot water costs.

8. Check to see if you can get a better electricity contract with your provider or make payments based on an average monthly cost.

Direct Debit payments or paying online, can sometimes attract a small discount.

9. Grab a blanket, hot water bottle and some warm socks or sleepers in the evening. Only use an electric heater if needed or try a gas heater as an alternative.

10. Using a rug on tiled or timber floors helps to create warmth, also check that windows and doors are sealed.

Make it low & slow SLOW COOK KOREAN SHORT RIBS

CHEAP EATS, NO TRUFFLES CHRISTINE PERKIN SLOW cookers have come a long way since the ‘70s when the first cookers were put on the shelves.

You can still find the simple slow cooker with a dial that allows you to choose low or high temperatures only, these are very cost effective starting from $20 at supermarkets and large stores but you’re going to want to see what’s new in these time-saving appliances.

The newer slow cookers now come with digital displays, timers and automatic shut-offs.

You can program some of them to cook up to 24 hours in advance, and you can choose the cooking time in 30 minute increments, bear in mind that you will pay for the technology.

Many recipes suggest searing the meat first before braising or tossing it into a stew, which allows more complex flavours to develop. The latest in slow cooking is the ability to sear meat in the slow cooker’s container, which

can save time and hassle.

If you’re using the right recipes for a slow cooker, regardless of the model you use, your meals should come out piping hot and delicious.

Some of the most delicious meals you can cook are lamb shanks, pulled pork and soups.

You will be glad you invested in a slow cooker, just make sure you check the different models and brands to purchase the most suitable one for you.

Ingredients 4 large beef short ribs 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp dried chilli flakes 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 medium onion, sliced ½ pear, finely grated ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup light soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame seeds, 2 sliced red chillies, 2 green onions, finely sliced to garnish Serve with steamed rice Method Place beef short ribs into the crock and pour over all ingredients, turning to coat the ribs in the mixture.

Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours.

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Seniors Card 137 468 or 1800 175 500 (free call outside Brisbane) Centrelink: Retirement 132 300 Disability, Sickness & Carers 132 717 Employment Services 132 850 Seniors Enquiry Line 1300 135 500 Department of Veteran Affairs 133 254 or 1800 555 254 (Regional) National Information Centre on Retirement Investments (NICRI) 1800 020 110

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Victim’s past holds buried secrets

A HOT summer. A shocking murder. A town of secrets, waiting to explode.

A brooding, suspenseful and explosive debut that will grip you from the first page to the last.

A beautiful young teacher has been murdered, her body found in the lake, strewn with red roses.

Local policewoman Detective Sergeant Gemma Woodstock pushes to be assigned to the case, concealing the

fact that she knew the murdered woman in high school years before.

But that’s not all Gemma’s trying to hide.

As the investigation digs deeper into the victim’s past, other secrets threaten to come to light, secrets that were supposed to remain buried.

The lake holds the key to solving the murder, but it also has the power to drag Gemma down into its dark depths.

The Dark Lake is an addictive crime thriller, a

mesmerising account of one woman’s descent into deceit and madness, and a stunning debut that is already causing a stir around the world.

Published by Allen & Unwin, The Dark Lake is available in June. RRP $32.99.

Looking for learnings and finding murderous intent BRIDESHEAD, bon-bons, cucumber sandwiches and now a murder.

In the decadent world of Oxford University, c.1985, Pimms, punting and ball gowns are de rigeur.

Ursula Flowerbutton, a studious country girl, arrives for her first term, anticipating nothing more sinister than days spent poring over history books and an invitation to a ball.

HISTORY AND MYSTERY: Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate.

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Family betrayal rips them apart BEFORE We Were Yours is a compelling, harrowing and utterly redemptive novel that reveals a family torn apart by a shocking betrayal.

Based on real-life events of kidnap, illegal adoption and a corrupt orphanage, the fictional narrative brings alive deeply researched real-life events in the manner of Jodi Picoult and Caroline Overington.

Born into a world of wealth and privilege, Avery Stafford appears to have it all.

A loving daughter to her father, a US senator, with her own ambitious career as a lawyer and a handsome fiance waiting for her in Baltimore, she

has lived a charmed life.

But when Avery returns to Aiken to help her father weather a health crisis and a political attack, a chance encounter with May Bonher, an elderly woman she’s never met before, leaves Avery deeply shaken.

Avery’s decision to learn more about May’s life will take her on a journey through her family’s long-hidden history,

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Born into a world of wealth and privilege, Avery Stafford appears to have it all.

illuminating the heart of Avery’s story.

About the author Selected among Booklist’s Top 10 lists for two consecutive years, where she was called “quite simply, a master storyteller”, Lisa Wingate is known for weaving lyrical writing and unforgettable settings with elements of traditional storytelling, history and mystery.

Lisa Wingate creates novels that Publisher’s Weekly calls “masterful” and Library Journal refers to as “a good option for fans of Nicholas Sparks”.

Published by Harlequin, Before We Were Yours is available in June. RRP $29.99.

But when Ursula discovers a body, she’s caught up in a murder investigation.

Determined to bag her first scoop for the famous student newspaper Cherwell, Ursula enlists the help of glamorous American student Nancy Feingold to unravel the case.

From broken-hearted boyfriends to snobby

Sloanes, lovelorn librarians to dishy dons, no one is innocent.

Bloomsbury Publishing. RRP $27.99.

Finally we get some answers for our gut YOUR guts have an astonishing degree of control over your mood, hunger and general health.

Dr Michael Mosley’s The Clever Guts Diet is a book that celebrates this hugely under-rated organ and shows you what you need to do to keep it in prime condition.

Best-selling author Dr Mosley reveals the latest research into the workings of the microbiome – the kilogram of alien bacteria that live in your gut – and takes a look at exactly what happens inside your stomach and intestines as you go about your daily life.

He demonstrates how your gut communicates with your body and mind, and explains why your biome affects your weight, your health and even your happiness.

With his renowned

aptitude for self-experimentation, Dr Mosley also delves into the science of his own digestive system; he trials a range of diets to ascertain their effects on body shape and blood sugar, and looks at the effects of prebiotics, probiotics and antibiotics.

Filled with case studies and practical advice as well as delicious recipes for optimising your biome, The Clever Guts Diet will change how you see your body forever.

The Clever Guts Diet includes: ■ How different diets affect your gut bacteria, your weight and your blood sugar levels ■ The definitive low-down on phytonutrients and why they are key to a happy gut ■ Why different people

react differently to the same foods ■ Why red wine and sauerkraut can be good for you ■ Why it’s better to have inefficient gut bacteria ■ Recipes and meal plans to suit YOUR microbiome devised by UK nutritionist Tanya Borowski ■ More than 20 recipes and an 8-page colour picture section Published by Simon and Schuster, The Clever Guts Diet is available in June. RRP $29.99.

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

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

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

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Across 6. Fasten (6) 7. Senility (6) 10. Unceasing (7) 11. Part (5) 12. Coloured (4) 13. Expertise (5) 16. People used by others (5) 17. Modify (4) 20. Large area of land (5) 21. Beyond (Scot) (7) 22. Leave (6) 23. Cake (6)

Down 1. Timid (5-7) 2. Scrawny (7) 3. Severe (5) 4. Put together (7) 5. Strides (5) 8. Last possible moment (8,4) 9. Already claimed (6,3) 14. Portable light (7) 15. Suitor (7) 18. Glad (5) 19. Wander off (5)

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

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

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HINGE, ITCHES, JOSTLED, KINDNESS, LACERATE.

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6 lEttERS OSPREY PSALMS SHREWD STOLEN TAMPER TEMPLE TSETSE UNWELL

1. Before Canberra, which city was the capital of Australia until 1927?

2. Pâté de foie gras is made from the liver of which creature?

3. What does a herpetologist study – reptiles and amphibians, sexually transmitted diseases, or the seeds of plants?

4. Who duetted with Peter Gabriel on “Don’t Give Up”?

5. Which popular board game gets its name from the Latin for ‘I play’?

6. Don Adams played Agent 86 in which TV comedy series?

7. Until its division in the 1990s, what was the capital of Yugoslavia?

8. What nationality was Georges Remi, who wrote the Tintin stories under the name Herge?

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1 Melbourne, 2 Goose, 3 Reptiles and amphibians, 4 Kate Bush, 5 Ludo, 6 Get Smart, 7 Belgrade, 8 Belgian.

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There is at least one nine-letter word.

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

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

Across: 6. Attach 7. Dotage 10. Nonstop 11. Piece 12. Hued 13.

Skill 16. Pawns 17. Edit 20. Tract 21. Outwith 22. Depart 23.

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Down: 1. Faint-hearted 2. Stunted 3. Acute 4. Compile 5. Paces 8. Eleventh hour 9. Spoken for 14. Lantern 15. Admirer 18.

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