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Cover story Talk ‘n’ Thoughts Community Notes Seniors Week feature Wanderlust Wellbeing Puzzles

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Gail Forrer Seniors Group Editor THE highlight of this month’s edition is our Seniors Week lift-out. Thanks to friends, readers, advertisers and colleagues who have supported the production of our special feature, which includes a Calendar of Events detailing the enormous range of activities, concerts and performances available during Seniors Week, together with interesting articles ranging from accommodation to travel. Seniors Week is supported by the Queensland Government through its distribution of grants for activities that encourage us to extend ourselves and our world by trying out something new and beneficial. I thought my friend Matt Eliott expressed it well when he wrote on his Instagram account: “At the tender age of 63, I can say one of the biggest traps of growing older is a narrowing of one’s world. I see it already in the people of my age in my life: seeking out fewer new experiences or new people, cultivating an increased need for familiarity.”

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ABSTRACTION: Cheryl McGannon in her studio.

I think new experiences can be anything from checking out a new book, joining a choir or becoming accomplished in the ancient art of tai chi – and in Seniors Week there is an abundance of opportunities – just look inside our feature. This month we lead with Aussie actor Bryan Brown’s new movie and an interview where he expresses his delight at making a film specially for we older folk. Further on, there’s the courageous story of Shelley Argent and the motivation that transformed her life from a suburban mum to activist. In our Wanderlust section, our regular travel correspondents John and Yvonne Gardiner share their colourful travels in Norway, while fellow world explorer Paul Coffey gives a taste of the unusual with a story and photos showcasing the capital of Azerbaijan.

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Explore art through cold wax and oils SOME of us have an epiphany in the shower and for others it happens somewhere more exotic. Sunshine Coast artist Cheryl McGannon had her epiphany in Italy while at an abstract painting workshop using Cold Wax Medium and oils. No, not the type of cold wax that your beautician uses to rip the hairs from your leg, but the kind that artists use to paint with. Working with international artist Rebecca Crowell, the workshop forever changed her art direction from representational works to

abstract paintings. Now Cheryl is teaching Cold Wax Medium and oils in Australia and Spain. Cheryl said the value of travelling away from your environment is culturally enriching and enables you to focus on nothing but your art. “New environments and new teachers expand our thinking and allow us the time to concentrate on our art… away from the daily distractions of life,” she said. “Then there’s the added benefit of networking with like-minded artists.” While in Italy, Cheryl

struck up a friendship with a Melbourne-based Spanish artist, Maria Fernandez. Maria has invited Cheryl to Barcelona to run a five-day Cold Wax Mixed Media workshop from Maria’s Barcelona art studio and gallery in September. “Painting in Barcelona will be an awe-inspiring experience,” Cheryl said. “We will be surrounded by the works of famous artists like Gaudi. “I am excited that amateur and aspiring professional artists will come from all over the

world to be in Barcelona for this workshop.” Cheryl is well qualified to teach. She has a Master’s Degree in Creative Arts and has taught Visual Arts for more than 20 years, including managing the Townsville TAFE Art Department. She regularly holds workshops at her studio on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Further information about the Barcelona workshop at Cheryl McGannon Art on Facebook, online at cherylmcgannon.com.

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THE women of the Beerwah CWA have taken the removal of single-use plastic shopping bags from supermarket shelves in their stride by joining the re-purposing movement with their Boomerang Bags. Out of the linen cupboard, bottom drawer, top shelf and even the garage, pieces of oft-forgotten pre-loved material are finding a new life though the sewing skills of the Beerwah volunteers. They are led by a prolific volunteer, their president Del Davis, who has been a member of the CWA for

close to 60 years, and at the age of 86 has under her charge eight women who each month create up to 50 unique Boomerang Bags. The now worldwide sustainable Boomerang Bag movement started on the Gold Coast. Its aim is to foster community volunteers to divert potential waste into reusable bags, to start conversations, to connect like-minded people and to foster sustainable behaviour. “The CWA likes doing things for the community,” an enthusiastic Del said. The group has a very social working bee once a month where they put the final touches to the bags

and then cut the material for new ones ready for sewing. The women then take home the cuttings and sew them together into the reusable bags. Once completed, the Boomerang Bags are sold to local businesses within the Beerwah community for a gold coin donation which Del describes as a “bargain”. The income from the bags is used to cover the cost of sewing items. “I was reared in the era where you didn’t throw things away,” Del said. “I think the general public are now more conscious of what they use and where they throw their rubbish.”

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PALM BEACH: A good start to long weekend party.

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WELCOME! “Come on in and join the party,” says Bryan Brown. The backdrop is a glorious Sydney summer day of sparkling blue water and crystal clear skies. The lunch table is piled high with a sumptuous feast. The guests are arriving to celebrate a significant birthday. They’re boisterous, full of energy and excitement at being reunited after a long time apart. While you’re not actually seated at the table, but rather sitting in a cinema, you feel as though you are in fact there in person as the 11 guests gather round the table, anticipating a weekend of shared memories and new connections.

“I made it for you,” Brown, 72, said of his role as the co-producer. “It was made like, let’s put a movie out there that my age group can relate to.” While his wife Rachel Ward was the director, Brown said she had no choice in casting him in the lead role. “I own the movie. I asked her to direct it,” he laughed. Let me introduce you to the Palm Beach guests. There’s Frank, played by Brown. The quintessential Australian actor is the linchpin of the movie. He’s retired, depressed and living a complicated life. “That’s what we are facing out there,” Brown said. “People who are retired or sell their business and they have been active all their lives. It’s like: ‘What will I do? I’m lost. I have no purpose’.” His wife of 30 years, Charlotte (Greta Scacchi), is trying to deal with menopause. Friend and musician Billy (Richard E Grant) is struggling with a life of professional failure, while

his actress wife Eva (Heather Mitchell) is now only being offered grandmother roles. Another friend, journalist Leo (Sam Neill), has health problems and his wife Bridget (Jacqueline McKenzie) is trying to work out if Leo is planning on leaving her and her daughter Caitlyn (Frances Berry). Frank and Charlotte are two different characters. Their daughter Ella (Matilda Brown) is a successful doctor, while son Dan (Charlie Vickers) is struggling to find his way in life and isn’t being helped by Frank’s high expectations on what that way should be. Joining them is Holly (Claire Van Der Boom), the daughter of their old band’s singer Roxy. The buddying young singer is also struggling to find her way and has brought along a surprising new playmate, sheep farmer Doug (Aaron Jeffery). The three-day party has all the hallmarks of a fabulously relaxed, liquid, long weekend – until the veneer is scratched. Deep

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on seniors hat for role secrets emerge that drive the friendships, and partners, away from each other. So many of the conversations in Palm Beach resonate with me as a viewer. Each of the characters are realistic, their stories drawing out the challenges of changing times and dealing with ageing. Think back to when you have attended a reunion of old friends. How often has the conversation delved deep into the past and at other times skirted the realities of your shared experiences? “I had gone through a period of anxiety and seen a psychologist about it as I didn’t know what the hell was happening to me,” said Brown, who was roughly 65 at the time of such a reunion. “It was during that period leading up to a Christmas that I had together with some other men. “One had lost his job and one had sold his business. “Of those characters, none necessarily reflect

ENSEMBLE EFFORT: A scene from Australian movie Palm Beach. things that I might be dealing with now, but I can recognise in those characters there... “Take Richard Grant’s character – a musician at his age, they’re all going to the young guys for music, he’s doing diaper ads. “You know, I have

mates that are older actors that would love to be acting, but there aren’t roles for them.” Brown said his children totally understood the issues the older actors reveal in Palm Beach. Two of them were involved in the movie – actress Matilda, who he

has worked with several times previously, and graphic artist Joe. “They have always mixed with older people,” he said. “They have seen relationships break up; they understand how painful they are and how real they are.”

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When Brown turned 70, Matilda observed in her father that age was just a number – it’s more about how you live your life. He’s now a grandfather to Matilda’s nine-week-old son Zan. “I’m handling it pretty good,” the veteran actor said.

“I am still doing things and still looking for things to do, and people are silly enough to still ask me to do things.” Brown’s next acting project is the second series of Bloom for Stan. He’d like to do more movies around seniors as he sees many more stories to be told. As he heads out to go surfing, walking, doing thrice-weekly pilates classes, and belatedly wearing a sun hat, he says: “I am not aware that I am getting older. Except when I watch Palm Beach and realise that I am”. Brown said he had never let age determine what he did. “We have got to find a way to step around that as a generation,” he said. The movie beautifully raises contemporary seniors issues as relationships are tested, dissolved and somehow reunited. “It’s a story about us getting through things and that there is plenty of life in front of us to enjoy,” Brown said. Palm Beach is in cinemas this month.

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For the love of a child Why Shelley Argent OAM became an activist Gail Forrer “THERE are times parents should stand behind their child, other times they should stand beside them, but this was my time to stand in front of James and fight for his right to be seen as an equal.” These were the words that sent Shelley Argent into battle to ensure her son James, who came out as gay in 1995, would have the same rights, the same opportunities, the same protection as everyone else in Australia. As co-author Leanne Edmistone wrote in the foreword to Shelley’s life story titled Just a Mum: “She was just a mum who wanted both her sons – one gay and one straight – to be treated equally by the law and society.” The book recounts Shelley’s life, from her childhood spent in a poor, dysfunctional 1950s Brisbane family to the woman who went on to disrupt the highest echelons of Australia’s social and political establishments. Last month, Shelley and Leanne’s family, friends and fans gathered at Brisbane’s Avid Book Store for the book launch. For those not familiar with Shelley’s personality, there was a short introduction written in point form with white chalk on a large blackboard. It read: “Always has an open house; Ring any time; Love a coffee and a chat; Pretty good cook.’’

UNBREAKABLE BOND: Long-time gay rights advocate Shelley Argent and her son James. At the launch, Shelley’s engaging personality gave an insight into her warm heart, enormous love for family and her innate traits of stubbornness and determination that supplied her with the courage to walk the talk of equality, confront discrimination, lobby politicians and march as the sole mum among the LGBTQ+ community. But Shelley did not just ask wider society to respect the rights of her son, she expected the same from family and friends and she relates that all but one were able to do so. “There was only person who didn’t agree with me.” For Shelley that was a deal-breaker that ended their long relationship.

Not withstanding her unwillingness to compromise on this issue, Shelley understood that acceptance can take time. Referring to situations when children announce their coming out, she wrote: “After the initial shock, parents will often go through the five stages of grief – denial, anger, bargaining, depression and, hopefully, eventually, acceptance. “Just as it takes our children time to accept their sexuality, so too will it take parents. “There is a lot of someone or something to blame. “Did we smother him/her. Did we spoil him/her? Did we spend

enough time with them as children? Is it my fault? Is God punishing me? “The only truth is that a child is born as they are – not groomed, encouraged or turned gay.” Just a Mum also includes her long, happy marriage and partnership with Don, dealing with sexual abuse endured by her son and the joy of academic achievement. Shelley studied Social Sciences at QUT and graduated in 1997 as a mature-age student, a path that enhanced her understanding and ability to challenge the system. Nevertheless, Shelley said one unlikely thing she was able to use to her advantage was her conservative, middleclass suburban housewife

appearance. “It reassured so many parents, who were expecting to be greeted by a cheesecloth and silver bells type personality,’’ she said. One father she had arranged to meet actually walked past her, thinking he would be meeting “a woman with shaved head, big boots and a razor blade in her ears”. Another point she noted was that her gay son, who at 28 became the Queensland Police Service’s youngest sergeant, had fewer rights than the people he locked up. The only legal right he held in Queensland was to be gay without fear of arrest. “It was a discrepancy I

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often highlighted during my lobbying,” she wrote. Shelley’s journey as a campaigner for equal rights resulted in her receiving an OAM in 2006 and took her to places and people she could have never imagined in her Brisbane childhood. She was a regular visitor to Canberra’s politicians and enjoyed marching in the Mardi Gras. But ultimately, her work has been rewarded with state and federal policy legislative reform, culminating in marriage equality in 2017. To obtain a copy of Just a Mum, go to the website shelleyargent.com/or facebook.com/ JustAMumShelleyArgent

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Running in retirement suits Michael’s lifestyle Tracey Johnstone TAKE to the Coast streets from 6am on August 4 to cheer on the seniors competing in this year’s 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Running Festival. A tight-knit group of about 30 senior men and women will contest the 42.195km flat course which starts and finishes at Alexander Headland Surf Lifesaving Club. In among the throng will be Tasmanian runner Michael Booth, 65, who is competing in his eighth Coast marathon. On the sidelines will be his Coast-based eldest son Steven and Michael’s ever-present wife and keen supporter Christine. You might notice on Michael’s white running shirt a photo of his daughter Alison. The Donate for Life advocate continues to recognise Alison, who died in 2011

from a brain bleed, and whose organs the family donated. Michael has been running since he turned 48. After years of working hard to provide a good life for his family, he made the conscious decision to return to physical activity as an outlet for his enormous energy. This month’s marathon will be his 86th. “I’m not an Olympic athlete. I cruise within my ability,” Michael said. But that hasn’t stopped him running on Olympic marathon courses in Rio, Sydney, Melbourne and Athens. Next year he hopes to compete in the Tokyo marathon. “I am the only Tasmanian to run a marathon on the seven continents,” Michael proudly states. Alongside him, Christine is ready at each event to hand him the tools to keep him fuelled as he pushes himself to

beat his race target. She often stands on the side of the marathon route ready to hand over a selection of food fuel for Michael to grab. “Even though she isn’t running beside me, I don’t leave Tasmania without her,” Michael said. “From the day I started running I have washed my own running clothes. I don’t expect her to do that.” The recently retired couple have driven to the Coast for this year’s event. With the trusty caravan providing the transport, Michael and Christine are learning to be retired and to relax into becoming grey nomads. “The other day my wife sent a text to my children saying ‘Dad’s just broken a world record. He sat down for 20 minutes and didn’t do anything’,” he said. “My body will tell me when to sit down and not run anymore.”

MARATHON MAN: Michael Booth on the road.

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A shed full of laughter

Men and women join to create a mental health initiative Tracey Johnstone IT’S the attitude of working together rather than apart which is making possible the mental health event Laugh Out Loud on August 22. The Men’s Shed Pomona is collaborating with Women Initiating New Directions Organisation (WINDO) to bring the event to life. Shed spokesman Colin Thompson said they were able to initiate the social event for their 40 members and guests thanks to community funding from Noosa Council. WINDO also received a grant for the event through the Queensland Government and the Council of the Aged. “We will be able to mix with other people and with another group to have a bit of laughter and fun as life is so serious,” Mr Thompson said. Shed president Doug

Bettens said he believed in getting groups to work together rather than in their own space only. “It’s also an opportunity for our Men’s Shed group to help other community groups,” Mr Bettens said. While the shed members have helped local groups through various hands-on projects, this is the first time the Pomona Men’s Shed has organised a cooperative social event. “For our health we need that social interaction and not always with men,” Mr Thompson said. “It’s a big collaborative effort.” The event which will have two guest presenters. Master storyteller and practising “joyologist’’ Pat Armistead will bring joy to where there appears to be little, lighting the room up as she shares her stories and views on what it means to be a human being and a humour being. Local comedian Carolyn

MEN'S HEALTH: Pomona Men’s Shed president Doug Bettens and vice-president Rudy Meyer. Mandersloot will ensure there a tears of laughter as the guests embark on a journey with Ms Mandersloot when she brings to life characters from the past through comic storytelling.

“If I can get the men crying with laughter I have achieved what I want to achieve,” Mr Thompson said. “We have talked to other Men’s Shed members who have said

it’s a wonderful idea. “It’s new, it’s different; good old-fashioned social interaction.” Laugh Out Loud is on August 22, at 10am at Saw and Mill in Cooroy.

Morning tea and a light lunch will be offered while guests are entertained. Tickets are $22 for shed members and $25 for non-members. They are available at windowomen.org.

Let them eat cake for a happy life, says Ailsa AILSA Ryder spent her 103rd birthday on June 16 celebrating with family and friends at a special lunch held in her honour at her home at Seasons Aged Care Caloundra. When asked what it feels like to have passed her century, Ailsa said she feels like she’s the same person she always was – just a bit slower these days. “It just feels normal – like I’m 25, no different! Except you can’t do much, that’s the worst part of it. I’d like to be able to do the

things I used to be able to do,” Alisa said. “I’m lucky in a way because I can get around a little bit, even though I can’t enjoy outings anymore.” Ailsa spent her early years in Gympie and married her late husband of 57 years during World War II. “My husband was in the army for six years, so he was coming and going, and we got married at that time,’’ she said. “I stayed at home with my parents for a while

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Showman reaches out Tracey Johnstone

DAVE Jeffrey is putting his people skills to good use each week by making phone calls to lonely seniors who benefit from his uplifting voice. The former Captain Cook Cruises commentator, who was forced to retire from work due to throat cancer when he was in his mid-60s, has found a new life by volunteering with the Red Cross as part of its Telecross team. Each year the seven-days free service makes a daily call to isolated and lonely elderly Australians. In 2018, some 1.1 million calls were made by the Red Cross volunteers. A friendly call from Dave, now 71, for a brief morning chat on how they are and whether they are safe can make all the difference to the lives of seniors, who often tell Dave the Telecross calls are the only ones they get. It’s not only these clients who have benefited from Dave’s over the past five years.

“I am lucky that I am fully recovered, but my former job required me to do a lot of talking and I had to give up the job early,” he said. “It was a wonderful job and I was a bit depressed then someone suggested I do a bit of volunteering. It’s turned out to be a godsend for me.” While volunteering as a welfare officer at his local RSL club in Sydney, Dave heard several of his clients mention how beneficial the Telecross calls were. “That’s what got me into it as it seemed like a good idea,” he said. The Red Cross provided him with some training on how to speak to the clients and what to do and not do when talking with them. “You do acquire skills in cheering people up who are feeling down and lonely, and may be in a bit of pain,” he said. Dave works from notes about each client which helps him to know about their first name, situation, interests, pets and family. “You can always talk about that,” he said.

PHONE SUPPORT: Telecross volunteer Dave Jeffrey.

Once a fortnight on a Sunday, Dave travels across Sydney to join the Blacktown Telecross team, who range in age from high school students to seniors. For three hours from 7-10am, he turns his

warming voice into a welcome call to anywhere between 30 and 40 people. Dave has a quick chat for a couple of minutes with the client, making sure they are OK and giving them a human

connection for those who don’t have regular communication with the world outside their home. If the call isn’t answered after three attempts, then “plan B” is put into action. “One lady we rang up

had been on the floor for about 12 hours,” he said. “When she didn’t answer, we notified the relevant contact and they went around and used their key, finding the old girl. That would have saved her life.” He also volunteers for the Telechat service. Every day of the week Dave calls one person at a specified time from his home phone. “I talk to them for as long or as little as you or they like,” Dave said. “Then every month I am given a new person to contact. “We all do it because we love a bit of a chat. It’s all pretty laid back. “Most of the calls are really appreciated. “Subconsciously, you get a good feeling from doing it. “I think you get a bit of a feeling of worthlessness if you can’t work. “For me, it’s personally satisfying.” For more information, go to the website redcross.org.au/get-help/ community-services/ telecross or phone 1300 885 698.

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to choose, all in a quiet, peaceful location yet so close to all the vibrant action of Noosa. The range of facilities is cleverly geared towards anyone over the age of 55, whether you are physically active or prefer a quieter lifestyle - and the grandchildren are welcome here. so what will sell you on your decision to make Laguna Estate your home? It is a combination of many things – particularly the smart community facilities and the activities which cater for all lifestyles, but also the quality ﬁnish of both the new and the refurbished villas, the resortstyle feel, the professional and hugely cheerful staff and the low monthly fees. At some time in the future you may need living assistance but this too is catered for at Laguna Estate with assisted care apartments available. Three meals a day, cleaning, weekly towel & linen changes and 24 hour on-call emergency staff are all part of the service. Laguna Estate is a class act – phone 1800 012 049 for lots more information and an appointment to view this special retirement estate at 21 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville. You could soon be making the best choice of your life! 6184687ab

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Report highlights financial defences

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LITTLE HELP: Further security against financial abuse is critical, according to the CEO of National Seniors Australia. Photo: Barry Leddicoat

PROF John McCallum, CEO of National Seniors Australia, has told delegates at the National Elder Abuse Conference that abusers are being given a ‘free run’ while Australia waits for the introduction of standardised powers of attorney and the creation of a national register. “Banks are training staff to help them pick up the signals of financial abuse, but a determined abuser won’t be deterred by one knock-back – they’ll simply move along to another branch or bank. What we need, as a matter of urgency, is a national safety net for the most vulnerable.” Describing the internet as the “new frontier for financial abuse”, Prof McCallum also called for a “much closer relationship between the Office of the eSafety Commissioner and the aged care sector”. “Abusers lurk in the shadows – anything we can do to bring their

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The pervasive, negative stereotype of all older Australians as ‘digitally disengaged’ is a far cry from reality. activities out into the light is critical.” Revealing the findings from National Seniors’ latest report, Senior Surfers; Diverse levels of digital literacy among older Australians, Prof McCallum said while there remain ‘gaps’ which must be plugged, older Australians are in fact more switched on to online safeguarding than is widely recognised. “Certainly the issue of a digital divide remains relevant to this population, however it’s important to acknowledge that stereotypes of all older Australians being left behind by technology are not only harmful but

also unsupported by our research,” he said. “The pervasive, negative stereotype of all older Australians as ‘digitally disengaged’ is a far cry from reality. Our research discovered clear evidence of the emergence of skill acquisition and self-education in dealing with scams.” The real risk, Prof McCallum said, lies in a ‘potentially vicious cycle of digital challenge’ leading to accumulating disadvantage. “Those less savvy are more vulnerable, leading to being scammed, which then leads to less willingness to being

online, which results in remaining less savvy and so on,” Prof McCallum said. “Older people cannot be assumed to be vulnerable solely on the basis of age. “People of all ages are vulnerable.” ■ Findings: The report revealed huge volumes of scam attempts targeting older Australians. Despite the associated sense of vulnerability, respondents told of building strategies of resistance and demonstrated astuteness in detecting scams. Responses to questions included: “Numerous attempts via phone or online, must be in the 10s of 1000s by now.” “We are called several times each week, plus several via email constantly.” scamwatch.gov.au/ about-scamwatch/ scam-statistics

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RE Oral Health Services, which has districts throughout Queensland and with various dental clinics operating in each district. I can only comment on Collingwood Park Dental Clinic and Ipswich Community Dental Service within the West Moreton District Oral Health Service as I do not know how other districts/clinics operate their systems. I am a user of the dental service and wish to advise pensioners/other users to be aware that you can be dropped off the waiting list for a regular dental check-up and not know about it. I was on the waiting list for a ‘check-up’ due in approximately 12 months. I then had a severe toothache and contacted their hotline number and was immediately given an appointment at the Collingwood Park Dental Clinic the next day and was given an examination and good treatment. I was not advised by the receptionist or dentist about my future status on the wait list for a future check-up. A few months later and by sheer luck, I

ascertained that I was no longer on the waiting list and was advised to re-apply. I did this immediately and was fortunate enough to be back-dated to when I had been de-listed. Through this I learnt that Oral Health Services considered that as I had been given an examination/check-up to determine the toothache, they had thus given me the check-up that I was on the waiting-list for and their system “dropped” me off the list. The onus then fell on me to apply to be again listed if I desired to be on the waiting list for a check-up again in the future. Obviously, I did not know that I had been de-listed or that I had to re-apply. Seems that the dentists/staff are not obligated to so advise patients and there is no literature or advertising about this. The patient has to know to ask to be put back on the list. My advice to others is to check before exiting the clinic. — John Hawkins Redbank

WITHOUT Dying to Know conversations, many of us are dying in a way which is not consistent with our values or wishes. Kim Somerville is a death doula and she said many people felt ill-equipped to help their loved ones when they are dying. So by encouraging death literacy and providing a space to talk about end-of-life plans, this day can help all of us deal with death in a far better manner. In her role as a death doula, Kim said it’s important to support the individual and their loved ones through the final months, weeks and days of life – right up until the time death occurs. “While it is more exciting to celebrate a person’s first breath, it is just as important to comfort their last,” Kim said. Having worked as an enrolled nurse in palliative care for 15 years at Calvary Hospital in Kogarah, Kim said she had always felt comfortable around death and caring for those approaching the end of their life. “Providing support to

DYING TO KNOW: Death doula Kim Somerville. the person directly and their loved ones is something I have loved immensely,” Kim said. “I view the final stages of life to be extremely precious and sacred, and I am always honoured to be welcomed into that close unit at such a raw and emotional time.” Dying To Know Day dedicated to this important topic Kim said she was happy that a day had been dedicated to such an important topic. She hopes people will be able to talk about death and that this will alleviate some of their fears around it. “A doula’s support can relieve stress and burdensome tasks from the family and gives the

dying individual psychological, spiritual and emotional support during the process,” Kim said. “We are here to ensure that individuals and their families do not feel alone or isolated.” How can we prepare for death? Kim said death was a situation where we could not be completely prepared even though it was a natural and unavoidable part of life. “Many people have not had much experience with people close to them dying, and because of this there is often a lot of fear, questions and uncertainty,” she said. “My role is to be a non-medical presence for the dying person, as well as their family and

loved ones. “I provide support, education, compassion and options, allowing the individual to have their death unfold in alignment with their wishes. “I believe every person should feel safe, supported and guided during this important transition.” Whether you or your loved one is planning a home death, or a death within a hospital or aged care home, Kim will work with you to create a calm and peaceful environment for this time. “In my time working in palliative care, I really wished I could just sit down with the families and have a conversation with them,’’ she said. “I could see the issues and I knew I could help so that’s how I’ve ended up in this role.’’ Dying To Know Day is for everyone If you’d like to find a Dying To Know event near you, go to www. dyingtoknowday.org. To book a session with Kim Somerville, go to nursewatch.com.au/ services.

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Job loss

Staying in the workforce IN THE second part of this special series of staying in the workforce, we look at how to reverse attitudes. Re-framing the attitudes of mature-aged workers to recognise their value in the workplace is part of the change process. Stereotypes around older workers exist, but if they accept those stereotypes they limit themselves before even trying to adopt new skills. “I advise people to catch themselves if they are saying ‘I’m too old to do that’ or anything like that,” Curtin University’s Dr Petery said. “I would say ‘why are you too old? Who says that you are too old to do that?’ ” While the ability for abstract reasoning declines with age, the opportunities for mature-aged workers exist in jobs where employers are looking for the advantage of crystallised intelligence, gained from experience and wisdom, which increases with age. “We know that if you have work that is cognitively challenging and engaging, that it can be protective of your cognitive abilities as you progress into old age, and can improve your cognitive abilities into old age,” Dr Petery said. Changing attitudes also involves willingly engaging in reverse mentoring which can help to reduce workplace bias. “We have five generations in the workforce,” maturious.com.au’s David Tarr said. “We should be thinking around the benefits of generational diversity and how we get synergies between

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REDUNDANCIES are a fact of life in the modern workplace, and it appears the best way to guard against the shock of losing a job is to actually plan ahead for the possibility. Careers-focused business OnTalent assists Australians with the transition from redundancy, and the key message from Deborah Wilson, General Manager – Careers, Leadership Development & Consulting, is that everyone should be prepared for the possibility.

MENTORING: Recognising you need mentoring is a good place to start. Photo: damircudic different age cohorts that enable that skill transfer to be shared from a younger person to an older person and from them to a younger cohort.” Edith Cowan’s Business School lecturer Dr Julie Nyanjom recommends mature-aged workers approach their workplace with an open mind about being mentored by a younger worker. “Realise mentoring is a co-learning experience,” she said. “Both the mentor and mentee have something to bring to the table which means while you may need mentoring, it doesn’t mean that you don’t have the knowledge about something else more than what you are mentoring on.” Recognising you need mentoring and your younger colleague has the knowledge you need is a good place to start. This is particularly important when you have been out of the workforce for a while. “When you enter a relationship like that, you will find there are fair exchanges between you so that they are able to lean on some of your experiences and you are able to lean on some of theirs,” Dr Nyanjom added.

“As you have those interactions where you are working together to solve problems and working towards a common goal, sharing the rewards and benefits that are achieved, it’s a proven way of reducing any type of bias,” Dr Petery said. An organisation has a role in establishing an enabling environment for reverse mentoring to work successfully. “Practically every organisation has a mentoring program, whether it is written or not,” Dr Nyanjom said. “However, you find most of those mentoring programs have a traditional mentoring approach which explicitly or implicitly indicates that mentors will be older and more experienced. “As long as they have that written into their policies and procedures, or into their organisational culture, you will find, regardless of what the mature age worker comes with into the organisation, it will be challenging for them to get into a mentoring relationship with younger people.” Where the culture moves from not being about age but about experience, older workers will benefit greatly and so will the organisations.

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It’s important to always be on the front foot around your career... “I don’t think any organisation is exempt from it, so it’s all about that preparedness,” Deborah said. “Nothing prepares you for the shock you get when it’s you, but the impact isn’t as great if you are already set up to identify and seize new opportunities as they arise “We do have to focus on the job we have now, but we also have to be thinking about what’s next if this doesn’t work out.” While being on the receiving end of redundancy can be

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WORKING HARD: Job security is good, but being prepared for the future is even better. Photo: RgStudio

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themselves unexpectedly looking for new employment, Deborah said it was important not to buy into any perception that once you’ve hit 50 you’re no longer valuable in the workforce. “People say to me ‘but I’m over 50’ and I say ‘well, big deal’. So what,” she said.

“We had a lady in her early 70s who was made redundant and she got another job within a couple of months.” Deborah does not believe there is bias from employers against older workers or any growing trend towards them being made redundant. “I think it depends on

your skills and your attitude,” she said. If facing a transition after redundancy, Deborah said it was important to take whatever help was on offer from businesses like OnTalent. “Most people come in with their shoulders down a bit but leave with a far better outlook.”

top reason respondents cite that would encourage them to remain in the workforce. ■ Flexible working hours is the most common tool organisations use to retain older workers (76%). ■ More than half (56%) of the survey respondent organisations don’t have a transition-to-retirement strategy in place. ■ Respondents indicated the main advantages of recruiting older workers are the experience they bring (76%) and the professional knowledge they have acquired (68%). ■ Fewer 2018 respondents than 2014 reported their organisation ensures job advertising content attracts a full range of ages, and date of birth details are excluded from application forms. ■ Common recruitment practices for attracting older workers involve flexible work arrangements. * Source: ABS

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to guard against being a logical candidate for redundancy was to focus on keeping their job skills current. “You’ve got to invest in yourself,” she said. “It’s important to always be on the front foot around your career and career development.” For those who did find

AUSTRALIANS are increasingly working to older ages. ■ In 2016, one in eight older people were engaged in employment, education or training.* ■ By January 2018, Australians aged 65 and over had a workforce participation rate of 13% (17% for men and 10% for women), compared with 8% in 2006 (12% for men and 4% for women).* ■ The rate is likely to continue to increase as the retirement intentions of Australians change.* ■ In 2004-05, just 8% of Australians aged 45 and over intended to work until age 70, compared with 20% in 2016-17.* ■ In 2016-17, the average intended retirement age was 65 (66 for men and 64 for women), with just under 1 in 4 (22%) men aged 45 and over intending to work beyond 70.* AHRI and Australian Human Rights Commission Employing Older Workers (2018) reported: ■ Flexible work is the

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Community notes

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

SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCING AT POMONA

EVERY Tuesday evening from 7-9.30pm, 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. Phone 0407 456 939 for more information, or come and visit.

SOCIAL SINGING CLUB PALMWOODS

FUN and social fellowship club activities include a good mix of music and songs from the ’50s and ’60s era, songs from Broadway and Hollywood as well as selected songs from more recent years. This mix ensures an interesting and fun morning every Wednesday and everyone is welcome to come along, join in the fun and singing, or just sit and listen to the music. A cuppa and good social fellowship rounds off the morning. All this happens from 9am at the Palmwoods Girl Guides Hut, corner Palmwoods-Montville Rd and Lingara Ave. Phone Warner on 0429 066 164 for more information.

LITTLE VILLAGE CHOIR

DO YOU like to sing in the shower, warble when you’re walking, or practice arias in the afternoon? Then singing might be your thing, and the best way to find out is to give it a shot. To improve breath control for singers and anyone interested in this topic, the Little Village Choir will also be holding an Open Day at the Palmwoods Girl Guide Hut, on the corner of Palmwoods-Montville Road and Lingara Ave on Monday, July 29. This will include a Breath Workshop from 12-1pm.

The cost for the workshop is $15 and participants are welcome to stay on and sing with the Little Village Choir. All are welcome. Phone Pat Atkinson on 0404 980 222 for more details.

NAMBOUR GARDEN CLUB

WE MEET on the first Monday of every month (second Monday if the first is a public holiday) at the Uniting Church hall, Nambour. Free parking is available at the Donaldson Street entrance. Meetings have guest speakers, plant and cutting sales, competition tables, a plant of the month, raffles and lucky door prize. Members also enjoy bus tours, garden rambles and workshops. Arrive from 8.30am for meet and greet over a cup of tea or coffee. Meetings start at 10am and visitors are very welcome. Phone Karel on 0490 415 067 for further information. “Friendship through Gardening”.

PROBUS CLUBS

Buderim East AT THE well attended July meeting of the Buderim East Probus Club held at the Waterfront Hotel, Diddillibah, members and visitors were treated to a most entertaining presentation by the guest speaker Dot Wittington. Dot is a journalist and historical author. She provided an insight into the changes to journalism over the years and as the author of the historical novel “March Hero” she told the story of Jim Hocking, a 21-year-old Nambour man whose act of bravery saved the small English town of March in 1944. Members are eagerly looking forward to the club’s sports day which will be held on the fourth Tuesday of this month. The members of the social committee under the social director Joan Ward has organised a golf and bowls day with lunch for all to enjoy. If you would like to know more

CELEBRATING THE WORLD: Glasshouse Country VIEW Club members enjoyed 16th birthday celebrations with the theme ‘A View Around the World’. about our club, phone Kenn Rogers on (07) 5445 6176. Coolum Beach Combined A CLUB for retired and semi-retired people looking for friendship and fun. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, August 6 at 9.15am 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. Kawana Waters OUR Armchair Travel group has had a variety of presenters this year. In May we had a sentimental journey to India, the country of birth for the presenter. In June the presentation was very different in that it was not a holiday/tour/trip but an account of living and working in different countries – a very different perspective. Recently our president, Mike Matthews, took us on an 11-day trip to Borneo. Orangutans, sun bears, forests/palm oil plantations and the Death March from Sandakan. This group meets on the second Friday of each month at the Kawana Library. Kawana Waters Probus meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Venue 114, Sportsman’s Parade, Warana. Phone registrar Jan Rowe on (07) 5491 9287. Tewantin Noosa OUR club is all about friendship and mental stimulation for retirees. There are weekly outings such as coffee mornings, lunches, dinners and visits to places of interest. Something to please everyone and every budget. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month at 9.45am at the Tewantin

Noosa RSL. Visitors are welcome. A donation of $5 covers morning tea. Our August meeting will be on Monday 26. The guest speaker will be a representative of Noosa Police who will talk to us about various aspects of police work within the Noosa shire. For further information, phone Geoff Bailue on 0418 145 034.

NORTH SHORE QUILTERS AND CRAFTS

JOIN our friendly, helpful and happy group which meets every Tuesday from 12.30-4pm at the Mudjimba Community Hall, 41 Cottonwood Street, Mudjimba. Most people do patchwork and quilting, but we also do various other crafts as well, including cross stitch, knitting, crochet etc. Bring along something you would like to do. Cost is $5 per session to cover hire of hall and afternoon tea. If you have any queries, phone Robyn on (07) 5450 6659 or Denise on (07) 5446 3872.

SUNSHINE COAST COMPUTER CLUB

OVER the years the range of assistance met by the club has broadened from computers to include telephones, tablets and other smart devices. With shopping, banking, social networking etc used by more people assistance with these is required. Members are alerted to safe use of technology to avoid scams. Come as a visitor to a weekly club meeting at Buderim on a Thursday afternoon or Caloundra on a Saturday morning for an introductory chat to our Welcoming members and see what happens at meetings if you are wanting help with your technology equipment.

Phone (07) 5492 1005, go to sccc.org.au and watch an introductory video, or email the club at sccc@internode.on.net.

JAZZ AND BLUES COLLECTIVE MAROOCHYDORE

WE ARE holding our next Jazz N Blues Sunday event on August 4 with the return of the David Bentley Trio by popular demand. The doors of Ocean Street’s Old Soul Lounge Bar will open at 1pm, with music from 2-4.30pm by the amazing David Bentley Trio with special guest Mark Spencer joining on saxophone. Nothing like a great jazz trio and they don’t come any better than this, add stellar reedman Mark Spencer to DB3’s distinctive sound and you have the makings of thoroughly swinging afternoon. Pianist/vocalist David Bentley delivers originals, standards, urban blues and New Orleans grooves. Andrew Shaw (bass) and Nathan Goldman (drums) complete the line-up. Look forward to an unforgettable afternoon of music. Sit and enjoy or get up and groove on our extended dance floor. Keep Jazz N Blues Alive in Maroochydore. Cost $24 or seniors $21. For tickets, go to ticketebo.com.au/ jazz-blues-collective/ or phone 0417 633 734.

BLACKALL RANGE WOODCRAFTERS GUILD INC.

ON TUESDAY, July 2 the Blackall Range Woodcrafters Guild played host to renowned English wood turner, Chris Pouncy. Chris is touring and demonstrating as a part of the Robert Sorby 2019 Tour in conjunction with Carbatec. Chris’ demonstration lasted for three hours and was

packed with useful information and handy hints. His demonstration included faceplate turning and spindle turning. His class comprised more than 30 woodies men and women, including woodies from other clubs. Members held their annual Wood Expo in the Montville State School’s assembly hall on July 6 and 7. The hall was filled with a large variety of wooden items for display and/or for sale. Public attendance throughout the weekend was steady in spite of the wet weather and from all reports those who attended were very impressed by the wide variety of items on display. The Woodies are extremely grateful to the Montville State School for their co-operation and generosity.

CALOUNDRA SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB

THE club was formed on July 8, 1969. Our 50th anniversary was celebrated at the Uniting Church hall on Wednesday, July 10 with a display of memorabilia, a short history of the club, a piece of the birthday cake each, musical entertainment by Hilltop and Hollow and a luncheon supplied by Meals on Wheels. After the very enjoyable morning, other members came in for the afternoon programme which included hoy, indoor bowls, 500 and mah jong. We have Rock and Roll /Jive dance classes for August on Tuesdays from 2.30-3.30pm. Partners are welcome but not essential. On other days we have tai chi exercises, indoor bowls, mah jong, excellent musical entertainment, hoy and the card games Bolivia CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

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FROM PAGE 18 (like canasta), whist and 500. For a copy of the weekly program with times and costs please phone (07) 5438 1403 or email raymoni@optus net.com.au. Uniting Church hall, corner Queen St and Ulm St South.

SUNSHINE COAST SCRABBLE CLUB

WE WELCOME new members, meeting at 1.30pm on Fridays at Nambour RSL. Phone Trevor on (07) 5445 7770.

AGLOW INTERNATIONAL

AGLOW – Sunshine Coast will meet on Friday, August 9 from 9.30am at Flame Tree Baptist Church hall, 27 Coes Creek Road, Burnside. Entry $8 includes morning tea. Come along and enjoy worship and an inspirational message. Women and men are all welcome. Come along and bring a friend. For more information, phone Melva on (07) 5443 5752 or Dorothy (07) 5476 4190. Aglow is a worldwide non-denominational Christian organisation with Branches in over 170 nations on six continents.

SUNSHINE COAST CONCERT BAND

CUPPA AND A CAPPELLA: Fancy That are a thrilling a cappella quartet who will be performing on Sunday, August 4 from 2pm at the CCSA Hall Nutley St, Caloundra. Photo: Paul Smith WE WILL present the Tenth Anniversary Concert on Saturday, August 17 from 2pm at the Kawana Community Hall, Nanyima St, Buddina. An afternoon of top entertainment with a great variety of music and talented vocalists under the baton of music director Ken Chadwick OAM. Tickets $15 available at the door includes afternoon tea. All proceeds go to the Cittamani Hospice.

Inquiries with Toni on 0404 193 912.

CALOUNDRA FAMILY HISTORY GROUP

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presentation of the Lorrie Barzdo Writers Award. This award was named in honour of this member who passed away. Lorrie always inspired members of the group to write down their story... these stories, then become a pathway for future generations to begin their family tree journey. There are criteria to help the novice and experienced group member and as Lorrie always said “you

can write about anything, just write...” Members of the group are busily writing their stories for the 2019 award submissions. Our address, opening times and further details are available online, go to caloundrafamily history.org.au, email us on hello@caloundrafamily history.org.au or phone Cathy Meyer on 0411 881 745.

13TH ANNUAL

YOGA enthusiasts can soon enjoy a large variety of Yoga workshops and presentations at the upcoming 13th annual YogaFest on October 12 at Venue 114, Bokarina. Australia’s longest running yoga festival, the event offers health and wellbeing workshops taught by some of Australia’s most experienced teachers. YogaFest is a day where yoga enthusiasts have the opportunity to experience a range of yoga styles from experienced teachers. Classes at YogaFest are suitable for all levels and no experience of yoga is required. Further information on the presenters and workshops, go to yogafest.com.au or by phone Jonathan Murphy on 0404 050 501.

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FROM PAGE 19 ‘Fancy That’ a thrilling a cappella quartet, gifted flautist Mark Dunbar, and the ever popular Amber Trio. The entertaining Neil Booth will be on piano. September 1 is hosted by Maria Lindsay will have an Australiana theme. A delightful mix of classical and contemporary music and verse with some original compositions performed by very talented local artists such as Richard Scott, Ken Kelley, and Christina Hanley. Sunday, August 4 and Sunday, September 1 at 2pm at the CCSA Hall, Nutley St, Caloundra. General admission $10 which includes afternoon tea. Inquiries, phone Ann on (07) 5437 2719.

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Buderim OUR next Lunch & Meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 7 at 11am for a 11.30am start. The guest speaker will be from the Sunshine Coast Office of Fair Trading. Venue: Buderim Tavern. Cost: $28. RSVP: Pat Cooney (07) 5445 6329 by previous Sunday, August 4. Glasshouse OUR outing on August 7 will be to Moffat Beach headland whale watching. We car pool from Beerwah Library at 9am. BYO morning tea. Our next lunch meeting will be at 11am on August 21 at Glasshouse Sports Club when our guest speaker will be from Angel Flights. Anyone interested in joining us would be most welcome and for more information about our club. Phone Trish on (07) 5493 0026 or Janet on 0448 845 303.

SUNSHINE COAST FOREST MARKET

HELD on the first Saturday of every month – the Forest Market is located in the beautiful gardens of the Bloomhill Cancer Care Wellness-Survivor Centre in Buderim. Stalls comprise organic and fresh produce, ethically sustained food, gifts; gourmet goods, hot food and so much more. Music and entertainment is on site, and there are also fun activities for the kids. The market will be on from 7am-noon. A free shuttle runs in a loop from the Lindsay Road shopping precinct (Buderim Post Office) to the centre on Ballinger Road, to avoid parking issues. Phone markets manager Mariannje Morice on 0409 611 675.

COTTON TREE MARKETS

HELD every Sunday morning 7am-noon in King Street, Cotton Tree. The

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY: Celebrating the Caloundra Seniors Citizen’s 50th are Theresa Morigi, Jess Parker and Betty Wyatt, members who all joined the club in the early 1980s. Jess had her 101st birthday on April 5 this year. Seated is Marj Towers who recently had her 102nd birthday. markets have been a firm favourite on the Coast for many years and continue to grow in diversity and range. A huge array of stalls from local artisans, small business owners and creatives. Right in the heart of Cotton Tree, and a perfect way to spend a lazy Sunday morning. Phone markets manager Mariannje Morice on 0409 611 675.

REDCOATS TO CAMOUFLAGE EXHIBITION

UNIFORMS and equipment of Army personnel in Queensland from 1824 to the current day will feature in the next exhibition at Victoria Barracks Brisbane. Displays will include a digital presentations, genuine artefacts and an array of Army uniforms. Home to Army Museum South Queensland and an important branch of the Australian Army History Unit, the historic precinct on Petrie Terrace (near Caxton Street) provides a unique glimpse of military history from the colonial era, through two World Wars to the present role of the Australian Defence Forces in current operations. Public tours of Victoria Barracks are on Wednesdays only. The price of $15 per person includes viewing the exhibition, an escorted tour of historic Victoria Barracks, Devonshire Tea, a souvenir booklet and digital photo. Groups and individuals must always make prior bookings, go to armymuseums outhqueensland.com.au, phone 0429 954 663 or email info@armymuseum

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THE SUNSHINE STATESMEN BARBERSHOP CHORUS

WE WILL be hosting our Annual Concert at the Buderim War Memorial Hall, cnr Main and Church Streets at 7pm on Saturday, August 31. Various guest acts (including Hot Ginger Chorus and Champion Youth Quartet from the Gold Coast, Sunday’s Best) will also be performing. Cost: $25 includes supper.

BLUE CARE BUS TRIP

THE Caloundra branch of Blue Care Auxiliary will be holding another bus trip on Tuesday, August 13. We will be leaving the Blue Care centre, West Terrace at 8am for an outing to Coolooola Berries Strawberry farm and a macadamia nut farm. Our morning teas are legendary and we will be at the Duck Ponds at Gympie and lunch will be at the strawberry farm. All inclusive cost is a very reasonable $50, make sure you book early as seats go fast. Phone Gloria on (07) 5492 3318. This promises to be another great outing of fun, fellowship and food.

POETS AND BARDS INVITED TO SHARE THEIR WORK SUNSHINE Coast Council invites poets and short story writers to the Friends of Maroochydore Library Spoken Word afternoon from 2pm on Saturday, August 3 at Maroochydore Library.

Join like-minded people to share your original poetry or short stories, or just come along to listen and enjoy. Readings must be 3-5 minutes long, and be an original composition with contained language. Tickets are $10pp and includes light refreshments. Bookings are essential, go to library.sunshine coast.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 5475 8989.

THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY SUNSHINE COAST

WE MEET every Thursday from 7pm at the Croquet Club, Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim. Donation $4 to cover hall hire. This August we present for inquiry topics current for this age, and the theosophical view of these. Why not come along for discussions and talks on things that matter. All welcome.

MAJESTIC THESTRE POMONA

LOVERS of Baroque music will be thrilled with a selection colourful and vivacious works performed by Arioso Chamber Ensemble. This concert will be held at 2pm on Sunday, August 11 at the Majestic Theatre Pomona. The programme will include Henry Purcell’s haunting Music for a While and Fairest Isle, Vivaldi’s beautiful Domine Deus and Handel’s celebratory Music for the Royal Fireworks to name just a few. Arioso Chamber Ensemble brings together the talents and experience of leading specialists in Baroque performance, Judit Molnar

(soprano), Margaret Caley (baroque violin), Belinda Manwaring (baroque cello) and Janet Brewer (harpsichord). The group aims to present high quality engaging performances and workshops with an emphasis on Historically Informed Practice. A licensed bar will be available from 1.30pm. Tickets cost $28 (full), $25 (concession) and $7 (school student). Bookings are recommended, go to themajestic theatre.com.au. For further information or to reserve your seat please phone (07) 5485 2330. Tickets available at the door.

(AIR LIMITED ) NOOSA BRANCH

RETIRED or About to Retire? Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) Noosa Branch is the peak national not-for-profit organisation supporting self-funded retirees or those about to retire. The AIR Noosa Branch is officially the largest AIR branch in Australia. The branch started in 1992 and now has over 250 members. Our next general meeting is on Friday, August 8 from 9.45am for 10am start at South Pacific Resort, 179 Weyba Road, Noosaville. Speaker: Professor Michael Besser AM, retired neurosurgeon. Topic: How to Avoid Alzheimers. Cost: $6pp members, $10pp non-members includes morning tea. Email airnoosa communications @gmail.com, phone (07) 5448 2985 or

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HELD at Woombye Hall on Mondays at 9am and at Nth Shore Community Centre Mudjimba on Mondays at 7pm and Wednesdays at 9am. Also Thursdays at 9am at Yandina School of Arts Hall. Keep your mind active and body fit with dance. Fun fitness friendship and great music. Phone Barbara on 0407 733 280.

FREE 4 SALE Email your ‘Free 4 sale’ classified to advertising@seniors newspaper.com.au – the max price of your item to sell is $500. Max 20 words and only one item per month. COUCH 2 seater, padded, excellent cond. $50. PH 0434 097 679. Mooloolaba. MEN’S HUSH PUPPY SHOES size 10, extra wide and Grosby slippers. Worn once. $70 for both but can separate. PH 0413 618 747. Alexandra Headland. LIFT/RECLINER CHAIR ‘petite’ frame, excellent condition/aqua tones. Still with warranties. $500. PH 0433 324 744. Pick up only Buderim area.

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Enjoy your Seniors Week

Take advantage of many activities and try something new Tracey Johnstone IT’S time to celebrate everything that is great about being a Queensland senior. This year’s unique nine-day Queensland Seniors Week opens the door for all of us to promote positive community attitudes within our seniors communities and in the

broarder community. We can all do our bit towards positive ageing, increasing community participation and enhancing our community connections during August 17-25, and beyond. In this year’s Seniors News feature you can discover all that there is on offer in your region. Why not set a target of doing one Seniors Week

activity each day of this year’s annual celebration? Learn, experience, enjoy and celebrate all things senior. Grab a friend and take them with you as you discover a whole new world of multicultural, intergenerational and lifestyle activities, events, recreation, sport, art, craft, history and future. Visit your local library, join a new recreation

group, learn a new craft skill or attend a show. The list is endless. The only limitation is you. Keep an eye out and an ear open to opportunities for longer-term connections with interesting groups and activities. The week is a great chance to experience something new and to continue to enjoy that experience well beyond

Seniors Week. The signature event this year is the Centenarian Portrait Project by Teenagers which is a unique arts initiative that provides a platform to develop intergenerational friendships, connections and understanding. To find out about events outside your region, go to qldseniorsweek.org.au or phone 1300 738 348.

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Suncare set to celebrate 50 years of service on the Coast WHEN the clock ticks over to 2020, the team at Suncare Community Services will start to celebrate in earnest as their organisation hits its 50th year since the doors first opened way back in 1970. Fast forward to 2019 and Suncare now offers a wide range of in-home care services to our older community members from Rockhampton to South Brisbane, with a locally based team of around 370. Suncare CEO Russell Mason said achieving the 50-year mark as a business was something “we are proud of and something we believe our customers can celebrate with us”. “It was humble beginnings in our Memorial Avenue office at Maroochydore in 1970. We had a small team of volunteers who would go out and help the community by delivering meals,” Mr Mason said. “From there we expanded into other home care services due to the need in the community, and this need continues to grow today.” Along with its staff, Suncare now has more than 200 volunteers who donate their time across

FUN TIMES: Come along and join the ukulele fun on August 19. a range of roles – from helping out in the Meals on Wheels kitchen, to making community visits to spend time with Suncare customers. “Our volunteers spend time with people who are in danger of becoming socially isolated,” Mr

Mason said. “Their visits are a great way to keep people connected to the local community. Our volunteers also love to share their skills with customers. “We have regular classes and workshops

at our community centre in Maroochydore with people keen to share their talents and we are always on the lookout for more volunteers to help.” Mr Mason said the benefits to individuals of being able to live in their own home and retain

their community connections were significant. There is considerable demand for the kind of assistance that allows senior Australians to remain living in their own homes, with all levels of government invested in

providing support to both businesses and community groups. Mr Mason said Suncare strived to offer a range of services that not only made living at home longer possible, but also helped people to remain connected to their community and avoid social isolation. On Monday, August 19, Suncare will host a Seniors Week Expo at the Maroochydore Community Centre at 2-8 George St from 10am-3pm, including free ukulele lessons and a short-film screening. Phone 1800 768 274 to book a spot. Suncare offers a wide range of services which can be accessed through having a Home Care Package or privately. Services include meals, transport, housekeeping, personal care, home and garden maintenance, cottage respite, daily contact and support, social events and activities, in-home respite and community respite. It can also offer short-term restorative care. To find out more, phone 1800 786 227 or take a look at the website www.suncare.org.au.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 20

SENIORS Week provides the opportunity for older Queenslanders to explore programs and services, events and activities, connect with people of all ages and backgrounds, to celebrate the many contributions older people make in their communities. Take a look at our Calendar of Events across your region from August 17-25.

PRE-SENIORS WEEK SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

■ Suncare Over 50s Team - RMH SC 2km Family Dash, part of the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Running Festival 10am-noon Suncare are organising a team to join the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Running Festival, for a 2km walk along Alexandra Headlands. Although now prior to Seniors Week but building on the success and feedback received from our two previous year’s events, we are offering another chance to join the fun! With support from the Sunshine Coast Council’s grant program, Alex Surf Club and the Healthy Ageing Partnership (HAP) we are excited to offer a much-reduced entry fee to our team. Participants need to be over the age of 50 as is the requirement for aged care funding. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Alex Surf Club. 167 Alexandra Pde, Alexandra Headlands Cost: Normal entry is between $20-30, but for our Suncare Seniors Over-50s Team, the entry fee will be just $12.50 Contact: Bookings required by Friday, July 26 on 0468 560 563

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

■ Ballet for Seniors 10am-1.45pm Introduction to ballet for active older adults. Focus on improving poise, core strength, memory and

CELEBRATIONS: Don’t miss out on the Queensland Seniors Week 2019 entertainment. mobility with exercises and repertoire from Queensland current works. No previous ballet experience necessary. Please wear comfortable exercise clothing, additional warm layer, soft gym shoes or socks. Bring water and a small towel. Venue: The Space, YMCA North Lakes. Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required by Friday, August 9, phone (07) 3205 0555 ■ Ballet for Seniors 1.30-4.15pm Introduction to ballet for active older adults. Focus on improving poise, core strength, memory and mobility with exercises and repertoire from Queensland current works. No previous ballet experience necessary. Please wear comfortable exercise clothing, additional warm layer, soft gym shoes or socks. Bring water and a small towel. Venue: The Space, YMCA North Lakes. Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required by Friday, August 9, phone (07) 3205 0555

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■ 5th Annual Duckpond Dash 8.30-11.30am Gympie Regional Council, in partnership with Gympie Men’s Shed, U3A Gymnpie and Older Women’s Network Gympie, present this community event to celebrate Seniors Week. Take on friends and family in this all abilities novelty walk for seniors. Register for the Baby-Boomer Bolt, the Intergenerational Relay and more. A prize will also be awarded to the Best Dressed Duck so please feel free to dress-up in duck theme! Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Gympie Regional Council, Lake Alford, 215 Bruce Hwy Gympie Cost: Gold coin donation – includes Devonshire Tea and entertainment Contact: Bookings required, go to 2019duckponddash. eventbrite.com.au

MONDAY, AUGUST

■ It’s in the DNA – Seniors Week event 10-11.30am Where do you come from? Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history. Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon. Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests. Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development. Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Coolum Library, 6 Park Street, Coolum Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required. Phone (07) 5475 8989 ■ It’s in the DNA Seniors Week event 1.30-3pm Where do you come

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from? Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests. Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Maleny Library, 5 Coral St, Maleny Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required, phone (07) 5475 8989

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■ As I Age chalkboard Library hours Come along to the foyer of your local Library and add your own message and thoughts to the chalkboard. “As I Age......” Venue: Beerwah Library and Coolum Library

■ DNA Sessions 10.30am-noon Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests; Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Ave, Cotton Tree Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Casablanca at the movies 10am Join Sunshine Coast Libraries to celebrate Seniors Week at the movies. Enjoy a morning screening of the all-time classic film Casablanca starring Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart. Venue: Bigscreen Cinemas Caloundra, 11 Bulcock Street Cost: $5 per person complimentary choc top (you had me at complimentary) Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Come and try Indonesian 10.30am-noon “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever” is a quote from Mahatma Gandhi. We all know that keeping our brains alert and our bodies active is a major contribution to healthy aging. But learning doesn’t have to be serious and solitary – it can be shared with others and be playful and fun. Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona CONTINUED ON PAGE 24

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QUEENSLAND SENIORS WEEK 2019 FROM PAGE 23 Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book in ■ Meet our Writers Group 10.30-11.30am Make a start on that novel you’ve been thinking about. Meet our Writers and have enjoy a morning tea. Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book in ■ Bloom Free Hearing Health Checks 9am-noon Bloom hearing specialists Mountain Creek are holding free hearing health checks during Seniors Week. We encourage you to join us at the Ambrosio Espresso Bar and take part in our free hearing health check event. We will be providing hearing screenings and discussing all things hearing health! Our fabulous team will be able to answer any questions your may have and showcase some great new hearing technology available in our clinics. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Shop 2A/158/170 Karawatha Dr, Mountain Creek. Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5444 5599 ■ Senior Essentials 10-11.30am Gain an understanding into maintaining your independence and lifestyle in later years. This session will cover your home, finances and care needs. Learn the critical financial and legal implications important to your decision making and feel confident and in control of your options. Learn ways to access home care services and government funded support programs. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Cooroy Library, 9

SHARING IS CARING: Enjoy a concert and morning tea for Queensland Seniors Week 2019. Photo: Cecilie_Arcurs Maple St, Cooroy Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required, go to libraries.noosa.qld. gov.au/events or phone (07) 5329 6555. ■ Annual Seniors Concert and Morning Tea 10-11.30am Doors open from 10am for musical entertainment with the official program commencing at 10.30-11.30am. The event will include delicious morning tea, further entertainment and the announcement of the 2019 Senior Citizen of the Year Awards. Gold coin donation entry with all proceeds going to the Gympie Community Bus. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: The Gympie Civic Centre, 32 Mellor St, Gympie Cost: Gold coin donation Contact: Bookings required by August 13. Go to eventbrite.com.au ■ Southern Cross Soloists Concert ‘Rhapsody’

11am-1pm Join Australia’s leading chamber ensemble, Southern Cross Soloists, for a thrilling concert of brilliance, flair and sumptuous music making. 60 minute performance; Q&A session; Meet and greet with the musicians; Complimentary lunch and light refreshments. Wheelchair and hearing loop accessible. Venue: Churches of Christ Care, Little Mountain Campus, 211 Parklands Blvd, Little Mountain Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required by August 16, go to cofc.com.au or phone (07) 3370 1923 ■ Bloom Free Hearing Health Checks 11.30am-4pm Bloom Hearing specialists Gympie are holding free hearing health checks during Seniors Week. We encourage you to join us at the Gunabul Golf Club, Gympie and take part in

our free hearing health check event. We will be providing hearing screenings and discussing all things hearing health! Our fabulous team will be able to answer any questions your may have and showcase some great new hearing technology available in our clinics. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Gunabul Golf Club Gympie, 9 Power Rd Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5482 9757 ■ Qigong for Health and Harmony 1-3pm Qigong Shibashi is 18 flowing movements that harmonise mind, body and breath with gentle movements. Our session will begin the a warm up, 18 movements followed by meditation. No experience necessary and suitable for all ages. Join Lynette for a free session of Qigong followed by afternoon tea. Wheelchair accessible Venue: Maleny

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21

■ Facebook Basics 9-10.30am LEARN how to open a Facebook account, navigate settings, find friends and create posts. Disclaimer: Ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the start time to allow plenty of time for travel, parking and check in. Your registration will be held for 15 minutes, then it may be transferred to another attendee. Venue: Caloundra Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Streaming TV 9-10.30am LEARN how to access free to air channels online such as 9Now, 7Plus, TenPlay and more. Explore paid online entertainment options including Netflix and Stan, plus free

Kanopy and Beamafilm eMovies from Libraries. Disclaimer: Ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the start time to allow plenty of time for travel, parking and check in. Your registration will be held for 15 minutes, then it may be transferred to another attendee. Venue: Maroochydore Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Pinterest Basics 2-3.30pm WHETHER you’re into DIY projects, food, fashion, craft, home styling or more you’ll learn how to discover some great inspiration on Pinterest. Disclaimer: Ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the start time to allow plenty of time for travel, parking and check in. Your registration will be held for 15 minutes, then it may be transferred to another attendee. Venue: Coolum Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ IAgeWell Over 50 Lifestyle 9.30am-2.30pm THE expo will have a wide range of exhibits covering travel, health and wellness, recreation and fitness, employment and education, finance and retirement planning, to help you live your best life. There will be a wide range of free informative workshops. Entertainment will include a live band and a wide range of performances showcasing some of the best talent on the Sunshine Coast. Great food and refreshments will be on offer as well as a fashion show with free bubbles and nibbles. An event not to be missed. Come along and be inspired. Celebrate life and all its possibilities. Venue: Venue 114 (formerly known as Lake Kawana Community Centre), 114 Sportsman Parade, Bokarina Cost: Free CONTINUED ON PAGE 25

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QUEENSLAND SENIORS WEEK 2019 FROM PAGE 24 Contact: Tanya Dave on 0407 748 773 or email tanya@iagewell.com.au. ■ DNA Sessions 10-11.30am Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests; Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Nambour Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ DNA Sessions 1-2.30pm Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests; Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Beerwah Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Fiesta Fours Bowls 8.30am WE INVITE all Sunshine Coast seniors and visitors to an enjoyable day of friendship, good food, hinterland hospitality and mixed-optional bowls. Cost includes morning tea, three games of 12 ends. Lunch (after second game) and afternoon tea. Cash prizes for overall

FUN AND FITNESS: Take the opportunity to try something new at Queensland Seniors Week 2019. Photo: FatCamera winning team on wins and margins and runners up on wins and margins, plus mystery prizes. Mixed optional with men as lead or second only. Venue: Woombye Bowls Club, 5-9 Hill Street, Woombye Cost: $20 Contact: President Jeanette Morrow 0428 755 240 ■ Can Dementia and memory loss be prevented? 9.30am-11am Lorrae and Vince O’Rourke will be facilitating a conversation about what we can do for ourselves to keep our brains active and alive. Topics include: How can diet help? How does exercising our bodies help our brain? How does ‘staying connected’ keep us alert? What are ‘brain exercises’ and how do they work? Lorrae and Vince O’Rourke will be facilitating a conversation about what we can do for ourselves to keep our brains active and alive. What are ‘brain exercises’ and how do they work?

Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book in ■ Making Memory Boxes – for yourself or a loved one 1-2.30pm Explore the past through meaningful objects that express aspect of a treasured life. The items placed in the boxes can stimulate memory and prompt conversation with loved ones. Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book in

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22

■ Introduction to Modern Calligraphy for Beginners

1-2.30pm Create beautiful handwritten messages for all occasions. Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential, phone (07) 5485 2427 ■ Bloom Free Hearing Health Checks 9.30am-noon Bloom Hearing specialists Coolum are holding free hearing health checks during Seniors Week. We encourage you to join us at the Caf Coolum and take part in our free hearing health check event. We will be providing hearing screenings and discussing all things hearing health! Our fabulous team will be able to answer any questions your may have and showcase some great new hearing technology available in our clinics. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: the Caf, 21 Birtwill St, Coolum Cost: Free Contact: Phone

(07) 5471 7444 ■ It’s in the DNA – Seniors Week Event 10-11.30am Where do you come from? Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests. Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Kawana Library, 30 Nanyima St, Buddina Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required, phone (07) 5475 8989 ■ HAP Celebrate Seniors Week 10am-noon The Health Ageing Partnership, Sunshine Coast, are proud to announce this year’s Seniors Week morning tea

will be held at the Maroochydore RSL. Doors open at 9.30am for a 10am start finishing at noon. Stay and play at the RSL as there is free parking at the venue. Entertainment will be provided along with a morning tea, lucky door prizes and other goodies. Wheelchair and hearing loop accessible. Venue: Maroochy RSL, Memorial Ave, Maroochydore Cost: $12.50 Contact: Bookings by August 21 online, go to healthyageing partnership.com. ■ Laugh Out Loud! 10am-2.30pm A fun-filled day for all ages. Includes morning tea and a light lunch. Our keynote speaker Pat Armistead is an award winning multi-published author and president of the National Speakers Association NZ 2001 and awarded NZ Speaker of the Year 2002. No stranger to the WINDO platform Carolyn is back to bring tears of laughter to our faces as we take the journey with her and imagine her characters as they are brought to a ‘life’ through Carolyn’s comic storytelling. Carolyn was state finalist in the Melbourne International Comedy RAW competition 2018 and performed at the Comedy Lounge at the Anywhere Festival. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Saw and Mill, 5 Opal St, Cooroy Cost: $22-$27 Contact: Bookings required by August 20, phone 0447 012 887 ■ It’s in the DNA 2-3.30pm Where do you come from? Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests. Morning or afternoon tea CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

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FROM PAGE 25 provided by Community Planning and Development. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Caloundra Library, 8 Omrah Ave, Caloundra Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required, phone (07) 5475 8989 ■ DNA Sessions 10-11.30am Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests; Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Kawana Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ DNA Sessions 2-3.30pm Celebrate Seniors Week! Join Ann Swain from Queensland Family History Society Inc. as she takes you through the basics of where you come from. Find out how DNA testing can extend your family history; Learn how to decipher the test results and jargon; Discover the three main types of genetic genealogy DNA tests; Morning or afternoon tea provided by Community Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Caloundra Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23

TEAM-WORK: Friendly competitions will be held throughout the week. Planning and Development; Funded by the Queensland Government and supported by COTA Queensland. Venue: Kenilworth Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Pinterest Basics 2-3.30pm WHETHER you’re into DIY projects, food, fashion, craft, home styling or more you’ll learn how to discover some great inspiration on Pinterest. Disclaimer: Ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the start time to allow plenty of time for travel, parking and check in. Your registration will be held for 15 minutes, then it may be transferred to another attendee. Venue: Beerwah Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 to register ■ Pilates for Seniors 9-10am What is pilates? Is pilates suitable for seniors? How can pilates support us as we age? Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House. Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book ■ Playing with Pinterest – a digital pin-board 10.30am-noon Heard about Pinterest but not sure how to get

started? Do you love to keep recipes/images/ ideas/craft ideas that you find on the internet? It’s free, it’s easy but most of all it’s fun! Venue: Lawson Shed, adjacent to the Pomona Community House Cost: Free Contact: Bookings essential as places for some classes are strictly limited. Phone (07) 5485 2427 to book in ■ Bloom Free Hearing Health Checks 9am-1.30pm We encourage you to join us at our Bloom Hearing Caboolture clinic and take part in our free hearing health check open day. We will be providing hearing screenings and discussing all things hearing health! Our fabulous team will be able to answer any questions your may have and showcase some great new hearing technology available in our clinics. Venue: Unit 2, 26 George St, Caboolture Cost: Free Contact: Feel free to give us a call to discuss your hearing related questions on (07) 5471 7444 ■ Bloom Free Hearing Health Checks 9am-noon We encourage you to join us at the Next Chapter Cafe Shop and take part in our free hearing health check event. We will be providing hearing screenings and discussing all things hearing health! Our fabulous team will be able

to answer any questions your may have and showcase some great new hearing technology available in our clinics. Venue: Shop 1, The Atrium, Tewantin Cost: Free Contact: Feel free to give us a call to discuss your hearing related questions on (07) 5442 4254 ■ Open Day – Trinder Park! noon-2.30pm Meet the team, enjoy the free barbecue, tour our refurbished villas and co-located aged care service! A wonderful opportunity to ask any questions about residential aged care, retirement living and home care packages. Venue: Trinder Park – Aged Care Facility, 10 Laurel St, Woodridge Contact: Bookings required by Friday, August 16, phone (07) 3387 4999 Cost: Free

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

■ Book sales 9am-noon THE Friends of the Library host book sales to support Sunshine Coast Libraries and their members. As a Friend of the Beerwah Library you will join a group that loves reading, libraries, new technology and being an active part of the local community. The Friends hold regular meetings to support the development of the services and facilities in the Beerwah Library. The Friends also

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meet regularly to get together for a social outing. Venue: Beerwah Library Cost: Free Contact: Phone (07) 5475 8989 for more

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

■ The Grey Medallion 9am-4pm Many older Australians care for grandchildren. Many older Australians enjoy water-based activities. We are all prone to accidents at home. But do we know how what to do in an emergency? This is a program to help you to learn the essential lifesaving skills that could one day save your family members, friends or your life. Our free two-day course covers: Water wise skills and water safety. Children and Pools; How to act in emergency situations on land or around the water; CPR, basic First Aid (as well as stroke recognition), use of a Defibrillator, and emergency procedures. You do not need to be fit or able to swim to complete the Grey Medallion, as it aims to teach you how to rescue someone without getting into the water. Wheelchair accessible Venue: BreakFree Resort Caloundra, 100 Bulcock St, Caloundra Cost: Free Contact: Bookings required by Friday, August 23, go to caloundracity.org.au or phone 0402 454 644

■ 20th Armature Fun Walk for the Over 50’s Families & Friends 6.30am-1pm Join Australian Pensioners & Superannuants League Caloundra in a 4km fun walk and reinforce to the wider community that mobility brings a better lifestyle. Our instructor will get you warmed up for the day with the walk commencing from the Oaks Oasis Resort. Taking place on a wide flat public footpath, enjoy the coastal scenery and comradely of the day. Finishing at the Caloundra Power Boat Club, you’ll return in time to enjoy breakfast on the lawn. Seated presentations will follow in the boat club with information packs, fun games, and free lucky draws. Venue: Participants can leave their vehicles at the Power Boat Club car park and take the free shuttle bus to the start Cost: $10 and kids are free Contact: Bookings required, phone Frank (07) 5492 7134 or Don 0417 700 502 ■ Showcasing Skills and Education in the Third Age 10am-1pm U3A Redcliffe will be hosting a concert and expo to showcase the wide variety of activities that it offers. The purpose of this event is to show people aged over 50 the opportunities that exist within the community to continue to learn and remain active. It is also an opportunity to offer your own skills and become a volunteer tutor which is a rewarding experience in itself. The theme of the concert is music from musicals or movies and will be performed by a wide range of our members culminating in the U3A Redcliffe Choir who are a highly professional group of talented people. As well as enjoying the concert you will be able to view the types of classes on offer. We will be providing a light lunch at the end of the concert. Why not come and join us? Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Senior Citizens Hall, Redcliffe, 401 Oxley Ave, Redcliffe Cost: $7 Contact: Bookings required by August 23, phone (07) 3284 2687 Disclaimer: Dates and times are printed as given to us. No responsibility is taken for accuracy of this information.

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NOOSA OPEN STUDIOS 2019

NOOSA Open Studios provides a unique chance to visit artists in their private studios August 16-25. Visitors can learn about the artists’ creative processes, see their work and even make an art investment to call their own. Discover the back roads and treasures of Noosa during this free event. Up to 75 galleries and painters, ceramicists, mixed media artists and other artisans reveal the hidden treasures during this free event. Go to noosaopenstudios. com.au.

MARY VALLEY RATTLER DEGUSTATION TRAIN

GET ready to steam out of Amamoor Station on August 8 on the Mary Valley Rattler’s unique culinary journey through the Mary Valley, with great food and wine on-board a heritage steam train. Matt Golinski will create the first course and be the on-board host. The volunteer attendants will look after the guests with

tales of the Mary Valley Rattler line, its people, and its history. This is degustation with a difference with courses served at the heritage stations standing and seated on the train. There will also be entertainment at each site. The five-hour return journey will be out of Gympie Station. Bookings are essential. Tickets are $195 per person and can be purchased at maryvalley rattler.com.au.

door prizes and auctions will also be back for the day, along with best-dressed male and female awards, so everyone has a chance to win. Individual tickets and tables sell quickly. The $110 ticket price includes a glass of champagne on arrival, plus a 3-course plated lunch and entry to the Champagne Gardens and Pavilion at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club. To book, go to bit.ly/2wc9ApY.

FROCK UP FOR CHARITY

RETRO ROCKS

THE Bloomhill Race Day is on August 25 with proceeds from the day going towards the Bloomhill Cancer Care Wellness-Survivor Centre in Buderim. This day is always filled with fun, racing, food, champagne, auctions, winners and most importantly, is all about raising funds for the Sunshine Coast charity which supports people of all ages to live well with cancer. A host of prizes will be up for grabs, this year the list includes jewellery, accommodation packages, experiences and so much more. The popular money boards,

COME and see Retro Rocks special display highlighting the retro era ’50s, ’60s and ’70s at the Nambour Museum, at Mitchell Street on August 31, from 10am-4pm. Entry cost is $5. Info: nambourmuseum.org.au.

RECYCLERAMA

FIND your recycled treasure or sell it. The annual Maleny’s Recyclerama Antique and Collectable Fair and Monster Carboot Sale is on August 10 from 7.30am-3pm in the Maleny Showground. To book a spot to sell your treasures and for more information, go to recyclerama.com.au.

DEGUSTATION TRAIN: Join Matt Golinksi and James Barnden on the Mary Valley Rattler. Photo: Petra Hughes

BUDERIM ARTISTS WALK THROUGH NATURE

THE Buderim Craft Cottage eye catching A Walk Through Nature exhibition featuring original art from over 40 of its Painting Group members is open August 15-18, from 9am-4pm. On show will be vibrant oil, watercolour and acrylic paintings which the group hope will inspire others to take up paintbrush and palette. Entry is free and home-made refreshments will be available. Go to buderimcraftcottage. com.au.

TYPE 2 DIABETES WORKSHOP THE free Sunshine

Coast Hospital and Health Service workshops will provide information on T2D, self-management practice, healthy lifestyle behaviours, and how to access further support in the local community. On from 9am-1pm, at Maroochydore on August 7, Gympie August 29 and Caloundra September 4. Family members or carers are welcome. There will be lots of information and a great way to get motivated to stay on track. Bookings are essential. Phone 5479 9670 or email SC_T2D_Education@ health.qld.gov.au.

MEET INDIGENOUS ELDER AND ACTOR JACK CHARLES A MEMBER of the

Stolen Generation, Jack Charles was taken from his family as a youngster and raised in a boys’ home where he was abused. Now in his 70s, the treasured actor will share this and other heartbreaking stories, when he launches his memoir, Jack Charles: Born-Again Blakfella, at The J in Noosa on August 21. Info: thej.com.au or phone 5329 6560.

OPERA QEENSLAND

OPERA Queensland’s Songs To Die For is a cheeky, celebratory and ultimately reverend look at opera’s relationship with the art of dying. On at the The Events Centre Caloundra on August 4, it is directed by Opera Queensland artistic director Patrick Nolan and stars leading artists soprano Rebecca Cassidy, mezzo soprano Jessica Low, baritone Jason Barry-Smith with musicians Scott Saunders and Trevor Jones. Tickets are adult $49 and $45 for concession card holders. The VIP Meal & Show Package costs $70. To book, phone 5491 4240 or go to theevents centre.com.au.

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Hearing Aid alternatives to take off HEARING specialists have released new TV Voice clarifying earphones, which have outperformed the world’s best hearing aids in delivering clearer TV speech and dialogue. Hearing specialist Don Hudson said the new TV Voice Pro Air earphones were developed based upon over 1000 hearing test results of those with hearing loss, and proven TV listening difficulty. “Hearing TV dialogue clearly is a significant problem for those with hearing loss,” Don said. “The clarity of the TV audio itself is highly variable, as many channels differ dramatically in intelligibility, and the

volume is often changing between programs and advertisements too. “Hearing aids find it hard to correct this problem, as the originating problem is how the audio has been mixed for each TV program.” The new wireless TV Voice Pro Air earphones overcomes this problem by altering the original TV audio. The TV audio is recalibrated to a speech enhanced frequency response, with particular adjustments to high frequency consonants, such as ‘s’, ‘f’, ‘th’, ‘p’, to clarify TV dialogue. Audiologist Suzanne Porter said hearing aid clientele are always

searching for better clarity, with up to 60 per cent of those with hearing aids reporting ongoing difficulties hearing speech and dialogue. “Although the overall benefits of hearing aids are very good, often clientele still report difficulties in certain situations, such as difficulty hearing the TV dialogue, or trouble hearing on their mobile phone,” Suzanne said. “For TV, hearing aid wearers said they were often missing the punch-line on their favourite TV programs, and fed up not hearing TV dialogue clearly, spoiling their overall enjoyment.” The new TV Voice Pro

EASY LISTENING: The new wireless TV Voice Pro Air earphones overcomes hearing problems by altering the original TV audio. Air System utilises the most beneficial audio clarity setting based on feedback from customers. The product was also tested with hearing aid clientele at a busy audiology practice, with overwhelming feedback of improved clarity for TV listening over their current hearing aids. The TV Voice Pro Air system has a specialised volume range up to 110dB – adequate volume for

those with any level of hearing loss, from mild to severe. It works with any TV, new or old, and the earphones operate wirelessly up to 10 metres from the television. The audio and volume of the TV for others in the room is not affected. The TV Voice Pro Air system connects in under two minutes to any TV in Australia. The earphones are

rechargeable and no batteries are required. The purchase price is $349. TV Voice Pro Air comes with a 30-day money back guarantee. To order, phone 1300 300 446 or order online, go to TvVoicePro.com.au. TV Voice Pro is currently offering free express courier delivery for a limited time.

Family fun on Sunny Coast PLAY, Taste and Discover at the Ginger Factory, home of Buderim Ginger and one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular tourist attractions. Open daily, the Ginger Factory offers informative tours, fun rides, great shopping and a fantastic cafe featuring modern Australian cuisine. ■ Take a guided tour though a working factory and learn how ginger is grown, harvested and processed into the delicious range of Buderim Ginger products ■ On the Live Bee Show

you will discover the fascinating world of the honey bee as an experienced tour guide shares with you the secrets of a living bee hive ■ Take a relaxed ride in open-air carriages around the lush gardens and factory site on our beloved historic train Moreton ■ Enjoy the Overboard boat ride and see animated puppetry bring to life the adventures of the gingerbread man as he escapes the clutches of the hungry chefs ■ Discover the widest

range of Buderim Ginger products in the world, and wander through the heritage-style GingerTown village for a boutique shopping experience With free admission and parking, the Ginger Factory is a wonderful place to experience the authentic taste of Queensland and is the perfect all year round destination. Located at 50 Pioneer Rd, Yandina, the Ginger Factory is just off the Bruce Highway, exit 215.

TOURIST ATTRACTION: The Ginger Factory is one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular tourist attractions. Photo: Greg Gardner Photography

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Grand re-OpeninG! Scooters & Mobility, your scooter experts on the coast since 2001 have moved & we want you to help us celebrate! Now at the Corner of Nicklin Way and Main Drive, Warana (only 300 metres south) Come & join us Friday 9/8/19 from 9 am to 12 pm for an outside broadcast with Mix FM - Come and join in the Fun! Sausage Sizzle and drinks Giveaways Competitions - Everyone who comes along on the day goes into the draw to win a Weber Baby Q Premium Titanium BBQ valued at $339. Industry representatives on-site

All purchases in the month of August and September also go into the draw to win a Theorem Shoreditch Luxury Bluetooth Recliner valued at $2795 (rrp) or a Weber Baby Q Premium Titanium BBQ valued at $339.

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AWARD-WINNING: Living Gem Pacific Paradise country club is the resort’s social hub with residents meeting there for drinks, to play sport and other activities on offer.

Residents enjoy a vibrant community

AS SOME of the first residents to move into the premium lifestyle resort, Living Gems Pacific Paradise, Tony and Diane Cass have seen many changes over the past three and half years. “When we first moved here, we lived in one of the display homes while our home was being built,” he said. “Three years later and Pacific Paradise is almost fully occupied. “We feel privileged to have seen this growth and contributed to the community along the way.” Originally from Hervey Bay, the Cass’s downsized and moved to the resort for an easier lifestyle and to meet new friends. “We felt a little isolated in Hervey Bay and wanted to move somewhere where we felt part of something bigger,” Mr Cass said. “I also felt like I spent

all my spare time cleaning our pool and maintaining the house and garden. “Now someone does it for us and we can spend more time socialising and less time doing jobs.” Mr Cass, along with a few other residents, recently started a wine appreciation club. “We held a wine tasting on Bastille Day with over 60 residents attending,” Mr Cass said. “Everyone loved the French theme with French wines, cheese and croissants. “We are thinking of organising a wine tour in Maleny later in the year. “Nothing too serious, it’s just about providing opportunities for residents to catch up and try new things.” The award-winning country club is the resort’s social hub with residents meeting there for drinks, to play sport or

to participate in many of the other activities on offer. “Pacific Paradise is a vibrant and active community – there is bowls, tennis, walking groups, a fully equipped gym, a swimming pool and a games room.” While Mrs Cass is busy at book club, pilates or quietly knitting at home, Mr Cass can often be found at the undercover bowling rink. “I didn’t bowl before I came here and now I play at least twice a week,” Mr Cass said. “You are never too old to learn something new, especially with everything on offer here.”

For more information or to book a tour of Living Gems Pacific Paradise, phone 1800 961 475 or go to the website www. livinggems.com.au.

Living Gem Pacific Paradise residents Tony and Diane Cass.

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FANTASTIC OVER 50s LIVING, AWARD-WINNING COUNTRY CLUBS, AFFORDABLE QUALITY HOMES.

*yawn* We know you get it. But seriously, we only have three homes left. Hurry or you could miss out!

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Seniors Week 2019

Healthy Ageing Partnership Morning Tea

Queensland Ballet Workshops

Thursday 22 August at Maroochy RSL, 9.30am to 12pm.

Monday 19 August at Venue 114, 9am to 3pm.

Enjoy a celebration for all seniors in the region. Join in a morning of socialising, entertainment and a mouth-watering assortment of treats for morning tea.

To celebrate Seniors Week, Sunshine Coast Council is offering four exciting workshops curated by Queensland Ballet. Dance is a great way to increase fitness, improve stamina and have lots of fun! Classes are suitable for all levels of experience – including beginners.

Cost: $12.50pp includes a delicious morning tea and entertainment. Free parking. Bookings essential at healthyageingpartnership.com

IAgeWell Lifestyle Expo Wednesday 21 August at Venue 114, 9.30am to 2.30pm The theme of this year’s Expo is ‘Living Life To The Fullest’, so come along, be inspired and celebrate life and all its possibilities! Explore a wide range of exhibits and informative seminars covering an extensive range of topics relating to the over 50s. Enjoy live entertainment, great food and refreshments as well as a fashion show! Fashion show attendees will receive a free drink and nibbles. Free admission.

Ballet for Seniors – This gentle class is especially tailored for active older adults with a focus on improving poise, core strength, memory and mobility. Ballet Repertoire – This class will give you an insight into repertoire from Queensland Ballet Company’s 2019 season. Offered as a great follow up after Ballet for Seniors, this class will bring choreography directly from the stage to the Sunshine Coast! Cost: $8 per workshop. For more information and to book visit venue114.com.au or call 5413 1400

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Laugh, lunge and be healthy

LUNGES and laughter are part of the recipe for success for Tanawha couple Cathie and Ron Twaddle, who attend a weekly Healthy Sunshine Coast Strength and Stability class in Buderim. Both Cathie and Ron have noticed significant improvements in strength, cardiovascular fitness and balance since they started attending council's Healthy Sunshine Coast Seniors classes 12 months ago. Cathie has Parkinson’s disease and said the classes, combined with her broader exercise program, helped her manage her condition. “Balance is a real problem for people with Parkinson’s disease. These classes have really helped in that regard and keeping up your general fitness is important – it’s important to keep moving,” Cathie explained. For Ron, the classes have led to noticeable improvements in strength as well as cardiovascular fitness. “I don’t get puffed as easily anymore,” Ron enthused. “Keeping fit and healthy is really important. You get to a certain age and you find you can’t do all the things you used to do.” Dressed in jeans and a shirt, Ron reinforces the fact that participants don’t need the latest lycra fashions to take part in Healthy Sunshine Coast Seniors Classes. In fact, the laid-back nature of the classes is something that really appeals to the pair.

FIT FOR LIFE: Cathie and Ron Twaddle enjoy a Healthy Sunshine Coast Strength and Stability class in Buderim, provided by Sunshine Coast Council. Photo: Contributed “We have made a lot of friends,” Cathie said. “The social interaction is a really important part of the class.” Cathie said while there were a number of other couples who attended their class together, there were also lots of people who attended alone, and everyone was made to feel very welcome. Catching their breath after the class at Buderim’s War Memorial Community Association Hall, the couple said their energetic and affable instructor Andy Quick did a fantastic job motivating and encouraging the class. Andy said while it was well established exercise is good for everybody, it can be intimidating to get into a routine if you haven’t exercised for a while or are not sure what to do. “These classes are a great way to get into exercise without being pressured into anything

you are not comfortable with or feeling like you’re going to be the odd one out,” he said. “It is really helpful to have some guidance about the types of exercises that will be most useful, but also how to do them well, safely and in the right combination to be the most beneficial.” He said the aim was to provide an environment that was fun and inviting. “Social connection is just as important to our overall health as exercise. If you can deliver both in the same program, that’s the best outcome.” From Caloundra to Maleny, there are 13 weekly Healthy Sunshine Coast Seniors Classes on offer. All are low cost at either $2 or $5 per session. Council also partners with other positive ageing organisations to deliver a range of senior appropriate activities. From aqua fitness to tai

chi, belly dancing and strength and stability classes, there’s a range of exercise options on offer to choose from as well as nutrition sessions with recipe demonstrations and sample tasting. Council provides $30,000 in funding every year to provide a range of seniors activities as part of its Healthy Sunshine Coast program. The program was launched in October 2016 and aims to get more people active by providing a series of free or low cost group fitness opportunities for Coast residents. To stay up to date with council’s health and wellbeing programs, subscribe to the Healthy Sunshine Coast e-newsletter at sunshine coast.qld.gov.au by clicking on the ‘Living and Community’ tab and searching for ‘Healthy Sunshine Coast’.

Free expo shows all that’s on offer MORE than 60 exhibitors will turn out to showcase the opportunities available to ageing Sunshine Coast residents at the free IAgeWell Expo to be held at Venue 114 on August 21 from 9.30am-2.30pm. IAgeWell director Tanya Dave said great work is taking place on the Sunshine Coast to educate people that growing older presents endless opportunities and is about so much more than needing to think about care needs. Designed for those in their 50s and beyond, the festival will feature exhibitors covering a diverse range of topics including travel, health and wellness, recreation and fitness, employment and education, finance and business, clothing and fashion accessories, beauty services, independent living services and products, holistic living options and affordable housing options. Ms Dave said the expo will showcase the immense talent on the Sunshine Coast as well as the vast array of social opportunities for older people. Entertainment on offer includes presentations from University of the Third Age Sunshine Coast, tap dancing, ukulele performances and a solo performance from musician Ken O’Flaherty. “There will also be a range of seminars covering everything from health to transitioning to retirement, spirituality, downsizing, estate planning and superannuation,” Ms

IAgeWell’s Tanya Dave.

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Dave said. She said all speakers were highly-regarded and one of the highlights would be a presentation from geriatrician Dr Sanjay Gangadharan who would aim to dispel some of the myths around dementia as well as explore latest research and development. “We are very grateful to council for supporting us to bring this event to the Sunshine Coast,” Ms Dave said. “We hope the expo will provide a platform to help improve access to services and the type of support that will enable seniors to embrace life and all its possibilities.” The expo will be at Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina on Wednesday, August 21, 9.30am–2.30pm. Entry is free. To find out more information, please visit council’s Seniors Week event page by visiting sunshinecoast. qld.gov.au and navigating through to Experience Sunshine Coast and clicking on ‘events’ or phone 5475 7272.

Positive ageing a focus for Sunny Coast council SUNSHINE Coast Council has joined the University of the Sunshine Coast, Primary Health Network and local service providers as a member of the Healthy Ageing Partnership that is delivering Sunshine Coast seniors with the resources they need to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Healthy Ageing Partnership’s chairman

and Suncare Community Engagement Manager Rob Cross said the group fosters greater promotion and support of healthy ageing initiatives by bringing together individuals, community groups, health professionals, and health services to share information, resources and expertise that support healthy ageing initiatives.

Mr Cross said the group had achieved a lot since its formation five years ago including getting sedentary people more active. “The Sunshine Coast Council has been instrumental in the development of a ‘wellness pathway’ through collaboration with Healthy Ageing Partnership members, providing information

sessions, activities and events to the community,” Mr Cross said. Community Portfolio Councillor Jenny McKay said council’s draft Community Strategy 2019-2041 acknowledged council’s role to partner and collaborate to build better connected, healthier and more inclusive communities. “By 2031 it is expected that nearly a quarter of

our population will be 65 years or older so working collaboratively to achieve positive ageing outcomes will continue to be a significant focus for us,” Cr McKay said. Cr McKay urged seniors to attend Healthy Ageing Partnership’s Seniors Week morning tea on August 22. Bookings for this event are essential. To register,

visit council’s Seniors Week event page at: sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au and navigate through to Experience Sunshine Coast. You can also phone Mr Cross for more information on 5436 3941. To learn more about the Healthy Ageing Partnership Sunshine Coast, visit healthyageing partnership.com.

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SUNSHINE Coast senior citizen Mick East has always looked on the bright side – a positive attitude that has been a recipe for an independent, active, healthy and happy life. But after being struck down suddenly with a serious leg injury – leaving him in a full splint for several months – for the first time in his life, the widower needed full-time care to keep living in his high-set home. When looking for options for in-home care, Mick did his research and came across Feros Care. He remembers reading about the not-for-profit organisation’s proven track record of providing Australian seniors with crucial support courtesy of its government-funded Home Care Packages. Due to Mick’s debilitating injury, he signed up for “the whole

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He signed up for “the whole hog” – a package that for many months included full domestic assistance, lawn and garden care, meals and dietary plans, transport... hog” – a package that for many months included full domestic assistance, lawn and garden care, meals and dietary plans, transport, and health monitoring services. “I couldn’t do anything for myself – I was completely immobile and rigid from my groin to my ankle, so I needed support if I was going to be able to stay in my home,” he said. “Not having to worry about things like cooking, washing and mowing the lawn took away such a burden during a tough

time, allowing me to focus on staying positive and making a full recovery comfortably, independently and safely.” Once Mick had almost fully recovered, he pared back his in-home package to basic services. These days, he still enjoys shopping, cooking meals and keeping mobile – and is grateful to Feros for a little help around the house and garden. In-home support lets Mick get on with living his best life. “I used to walk outside every day without fail, but

my commitment to that fell away – so Feros arranged for a treadmill in my house, and now I never miss my half-hour walks,” he said. “I played golf for 50 years – I don’t hit the links any more, but still have plenty of friends to catch up with socially. “I also made a promise to myself some years ago that I would never mentally age any older than 50, so I do 30 minutes of mindfulness and meditation practice and two crossword puzzles a day, which keeps me mentally alert and putting a positive foot forward.”

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Unite and walk for cancer Get out and make an impact

CANCER Council Queensland are calling upon the Sunshine Coast community to unite in pink to create hope for every woman’s future. Registrations have now opened for the annual Walk for Women’s Cancer event being held at Alex Skate Park on September 15 from 8am. The event is a 3km or 6km family-friendly, fun walk for participants of all abilities, with funds raised going towards Cancer Council Queensland’s research for life-saving treatments and support programs for women affected by cancer. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillian encouraged all Sunshine Coast locals to unite and walk towards a cancer free future this September. “Taking part in Walk for Women’s Cancer is a great way to celebrate the women in your life and show your support for

THINK PINK: Registrations have now opened for the annual Walk for Women’s Cancer event being held at Alex Skate Park on September 15. locals affected by women’s cancers,” Ms McMillan said. “One in six Queensland women will be diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancers in their lifetime. “Getting involved might only seem like a small way

to make an impact, but your contribution makes a lasting difference to locals touched by this disease. “Thanks to prevention and early detection programs and improved treatment options, more Queenslanders are surviving women’s

cancers. “More than 49,600 Queensland women are alive today after a diagnosis of a women’s cancer in the past 25 years. “Walk with us this year to give hope to all Queensland women

affected by cancer.” The Sunshine Coast community can expect an action-packed morning filled with live entertainment, food trucks and more. To register for the Walk for Women’s Cancer Sunshine Coast event,

please go to the website walkforwomen.org.au/ locations/sunshinecoast. For more about Cancer Council Queensland, go to cancerqld.org.au or phone 13 11 20 for information and support.

Chamber ensemble celebrate Seniors Week

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CHURCHES of Christ Little Mountain Campus will celebrate Seniors Week on August 20 with a free concert by the Southern Cross Soloists from 11am-1pm. Australia’s leading chamber ensemble will perform an exhilarating program of flair and virtuosity, rich with much loved classics and masterpieces including Ravel’s La Valse, Massenet’s gorgeous Meditation from Thais,

and a toe-tapping highlight, Gershwin’s jazz piano concerto Rhapsody in Blue. Southern Cross Soloists are Tania Frazer (artistic director, oboe), Andrew Fong (clarinet), Alex Raineri (piano), Alan Smith (violin), Lina Andonovska (flute), Alex Miller (French horn) and Blair Harris (cello). The show, to be held at the Auditorium, Little Mountain Campus (211 Parklands Boulevard,

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Little Mountain), takes the form of a 60 minute performance following a question and answer session and meet and greet with the musicians. The concert is free and bookings are essential. A complimentary lunch and light refreshments will be served after the concert. ■ To book your seat phone (07) 3370 1923 or visit www.cofc.com.au/ events today.

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Award-winning country club supports active, vibrant, lakeside living

GEMLIFE Bribie Island’s multi-million-dollar lakeside, Hamptons-style country club offers exceptional recreational and leisure facilities for its active over-50s community. The bright, airy two-level country club recently won top honours in the Community Service Facilities category at the prestigious Master Builders Housing & Construction Awards 2019. The clubhouse forms the heart of the over-50s resort – a lifestyle hub for its residents – with everything from a heated indoor swimming pool, floodlit tennis court, covered championship-grade bowling green and ten pin bowling alley to cinema, library, bar and cafe. From its elegant contemporary entry, which flows onto an expansive ballroom, GemLife’s country club successfully balances its generous proportions with a relaxed sense of intimacy. Overlooking a seven hectare lake, the classically modern building and surrounding precinct, sits harmoniously within its peaceful waterfront setting. The look and feel of the space is akin to an understated, luxe coastal hotel – its interior is bathed in plenty of natural

Hamptons-style country club offers exceptional recreational facilities for its active over-50s community. daylight. Its breezy, sophisticated design manages to be both stylish and welcoming at the same time, inviting easy relaxation and engagement. GemLife CEO and Director Adrian Puljich said the Bribie Island clubhouse, with its extensive recreational and leisure offerings, reflected the changing lifestyle needs of over-50s communities, providing everything needed for active and engaged living. “We’re revolutionising the over-50s space in recognition of evolving lifestyles and our country club’s first-class facilities

are an essential part of this. We want our residents to feel like they’re part of a special community and give them maximum opportunity to be active, connect and enjoy a quality lifestyle,” he said. The award-winning Bribie Island clubhouse forms a model for GemLife country club designs at its other over-50s resorts in Queensland, including other Sunshine Coast locations at Maroochydore and Pacific Paradise, Victoria and New South Wales. Each boasts custom features that complement a site’s

unique geography and its community’s lifestyle preferences. The Bribie Island country club takes advantage of the water, with a restful, breezy alfresco area, which spans the rear of the clubhouse, overlooking a boardwalk and Lake Dux. The area is peppered with chic outdoor dining and lounge seating, as well as barbecue facilities. A large jetty area with pergola and outdoor seating, offers peaceful enjoyment of the natural surrounds. Here, residents can also take to the water on the resort’s pontoon boat.

The outdoor precinct also features a floodlit tennis court, champion-grade covered bowling green with clubhouse, putting green and residents’ workshop. Within the two-storey clubhouse’s chic, light-filled interior is a well-equipped gym, sauna, spa and an inviting 20m indoor pool. Behind a centrally located ballroom and dance floor is a large theatrical stage and dressing rooms. To the rear, a cafe, dining area and bar is found, with a two-way fireplace separating lounge from dining spaces.

These sections are stylishly furnished in coastal style with ample seating, including large, comfortable sofas and armchairs. Adjoining the bar is a large, superbly appointed commercial kitchen created for community use. Rounding out the ground floor facilities is a hair salon and consultants’ room. A gracious centrally-located staircase leads to a landing overlooking the floor below. On the first level, the building is home to the club’s library, furnished with cosy armchairs that subtly beckon readers to lose themselves in a book. A bank of computers and large open-air balcony completes the library resources. Nearby is a good-sized art and craft studio plus an acoustically-friendly music room. Beyond, a luxurious, plush 61-seat gold-class style cinema can be found. Completing the club’s interior facilities, on the other side of the first floor, is a generously sized games area. Located here is a three-lane ten pin bowling alley and games’ area with billiards, table tennis, darts and high-tech golf simulator. Go to gemlife.com.au for more information.

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SENIOR FRIENDLY: A little bit of work can go a long way to making the bathroom a friendlier place to be.

Helping Coast seniors stay in their own home

WITH nearly 10,000 active clients the team at Maroochydore Home Maintenance and Care Association Inc (commonly known as Maroochy Home Assist) have helped plenty of Sunshine Coast seniors to have a better day. Launched 23 years ago with the aim of making it easier for people to live longer at home independently, Maroochy Home Maintenance has evolved with the needs of their clients. General manager Bill Fay said when the business first started it was all about security and safety, installing hand rails and ramps to make it easier for people to move around their home. Mr Fay said as the population aged there was greater demand for a range of services from once a year garden clean-ups to window cleaning, air-conditioning cleaning and much more – some of which was now accessible through government funding. Sunshine Coast focused, the Maroochy Home Maintenance team members will travel from

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A Maroochydore Home Maintenance team member helps out around the house.

Eumundi to Beerburrum to undertake minor modifications on houses for residents requiring help and as far west as Kenilworth and Connondale. Minor home modifications can include the installation of grab rails, hand rails, rubber

handle repairs, appliance repairs, subsidised plumbing and electrical work, key safe installation, minor carpentry and more. For major modification work they’ve travelled from Woody Point to Tin Can Bay. Work includes removing baths and/or

wedges, chair and bed raisers for which an occupational therapy assessment is required (and can be organised by the team). Minor home maintenance services offered include smoke alarm checks, changing of light globes, lock and door

hobs to create wheelchair friendly bathrooms and installation of stair lifts and access ramps, all built to Australian Disability Standards. Manager Julie Stacey said the business operates with a team of 27 people including five builders, 11 field officers

and 11 people in the busy call centre office and they all love what they do. “Every single day, you’re helping people,” she said. Mrs Stacey said one of the most common modifications on the Coast is the removal of showers over baths and their replacement with a straight shower set up. Maroochy Home Maintenance works closely with state and federal government programs that offer help to some people when it comes to cover the costs of their services. The group is also registered as an NDIS provider. The business mission statement is simple: “To provide a quality service of home maintenance, home modification and home security that maintains and improves the wellbeing and safety of our clients”. For more about Maroochy Home Maintenance and its services, phone 5476 6130, email mdorehas@maroochy homeassist.com.au or find them online at www.maroochyhome assist.com.au

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Get arty at the gallery All art workshops at Caloundra Regional Gallery

■ At home in the modern world with Rob McHaffie Water Colour – Made by Hand –Sunshine Coast Art Prize Workshop Guided by Melbourne-based artist Rob McHaffie, learn about the use of collage to make references for paintings that explore narrative and the world we live in with an emphasis on portraiture and its relationship to the built environment. The first half hour is to introduce the participants to the use of personal collage to construct a reference for their finished painting work, then look at various collage artists. Participants will then construct a collage, assessing composition and narrative possibilities

while they work, and adjust imagery before fixing it in place for a final reference. Participants will then be taken through watercolour painting techniques, before using their collage reference as a guide to create their very own finished watercolour painting. ✰ Wednesday, August 28, 10am-3pm, $86, Registration essential. Complimentary tea/coffee provided. Bring your own lunch. ✰Materials to bring: Art shirt or apron to protect your clothing, Magazines (for collage – fashion, National Geographic, interior or architectural), water colour paints, 2-3 sheets of A3 size watercolour paper. Brushes, cartridge paper, pencils, glue, scissors etc will be supplied.

■ Techniques in Abstracting the Representational with Amber Wallis Painting Workshop – Made by Hand – Sunshine Coast Art Prize Workshop. Guided by Amber Wallis, explore the painterly terrain where representation and abstraction meet. Look at abstraction in contemporary practice differently using varied and experimental painterly applications and techniques. Amber Wallis will discuss and assist students to explore where representation and abstraction cross over. The class is suitable for all levels from complete beginner to more experienced artists wanting to extend their current art practice. ✰ Friday, August 30, 10am-3.30pm $86, Registration essential.

Caloundra Regional Art Gallery workshop with Rob McHaffie.

Enjoy a workshop with Gerwyn Davies. Complimentary tea/coffee provided. Bring your own lunch. ✰Materials to bring: Artshirt or apron to protect your clothing, one tube of Paynes Grey Oil paint and some low toxic solvent, 2-4 small-medium substrates (canvas or board), oil paint or acrylic paint – a selection, palette, paint brushes, rags, selection of reference material – i.e. interiors/flowers or flora of any kind and anything else you like. Make it quirky! Fantastic Creatures: A Dollar Store Galore with Gerwyn Davies Costume and

Photography – Made by Hand – Sunshine Coast Art Prize Workshop Guided by Sydney-based artist Gerwyn Davies, participants will construct a fantastic costumed mask or creature using readymade and everyday objects before acting out their creation for their own photographic portrait. ✰ Tuesday, August 27, 10-11.30am $31. Tuesday, August 27, 12.30-2pm, $31. Tuesday, August 27, 2.30-4pm, $31. Registration essential. All materials will be provided. Gerwyn Davies is a photographic artist and

costume maker currently based in Sydney. ■ Caloundra Regional Gallery presents a changing exhibition program featuring leading local and national artists. Professional curators and education staff develop and deliver a range of exhibitions and public programs exploring the unique culture and character of the Sunshine Coast. The following workshops will be held at the gallery, located at 22 Omrah Ave, Caloundra, (next to Caloundra Library). For more information, phone (07) 5420 8299.

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Care services to suit you Vinnies’ services open to all

MAKING the first steps into the world of aged care is not always an easy journey, particularly when seniors and their families are faced with so many choices of providers and care types. With facilities and services in Brisbane, Toowoomba, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Gympie, St Vincent’s Care Services is a leading provider of retirement living, in-home community living and residential aged care services. Whether you’re looking to downsize, need some help around the home, or require around the clock care, St Vincent’s Care Services provides a holistic and tailored approach to retirement and aged care services to suit the needs of you or your loved one. Many seniors who are

QUALITY SERVOCES: St Vincent's Care Services provides a range of support and care options. now ‘empty nesters’ often find the maintenance and upkeep of the family home becoming a challenge. Sometimes, just making adjustments to your lifestyle such as downsizing to a smaller home, and having someone else take care

of maintenance can have a huge positive impact on your health and wellbeing. St Vincent’s Care Services Independent Living communities offer contemporary and private units with the convenience and comfort

of a managed village lifestyle. St Vincent’s Care Services Community Living is the perfect solution for seniors who are able to live in their own home or in an Independent Living community, but who would

benefit from some assistance. Whether it’s help with the cleaning or weekly grocery shop, transport to and from appointments or social activities, or nursing care to help manage health conditions, your

Community Living Co-ordinator will work with you to develop a plan to suit your needs and lifestyle. When additional support is required, St Vincent’s Care Services Residential Living provides around-the-clock holistic aged care for a range of needs. Residents’ expert clinical care and comfortable welcoming accommodation is complemented by professional hotel services, extensive leisure and lifestyle activities and amenities, and compassionate pastoral care support. St Vincent’s Care Services staff focus on enhancing and celebrating each resident’s lifestyle and enriching their quality of life, and delivering services and care that is tailored to each resident’s needs and preferences.

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The very best in support services and care, where we make you the priority. At St Vincent’s Care Services, we provide the best balance of independence and support, with tailored options to suit your needs. We understand the importance of lifestyle and community, which is why our aged care services encompass personal and clinical care, diverse leisure programs and support for emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Our services are tailored to meet your individual needs and are delivered with compassion, justice, integrity and excellence. We specialise in: • Residential Living at Arundel, Bardon, Boondall, Carseldine, Gympie, Kangaroo Point, Maroochydore, Mitchelton, Southport and Toowoomba. • Independent Living at Bardon, Boondall, Carseldine, Enoggera, Mitchelton and Southport. • Community Living within various communities in south-east Queensland. Please contact St Vincent’s Care Services today to arrange a tour or have a confidential discussion about your needs:

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Wars fought for Silk Road CREATING bedtime stories for his two young sons about a mythical giant called Chop Suey, was the spark for Frank Spencer’s new historical novel, The Silk Road Wars, set in China’s Ming Dynasty. While the book’s main character, Chi, is based on this invented giant, the wars fought by China to defend its borders are factual. One of the first attacks covered in the book is Japan’s invasion in 1834. Following this, many other regimes and leaders attempted to defeat the Chinese without success including King Porus of India, the Gauls, Romania, the Cossacks, the Thugees, the Moors, the Carthaginians and many others. “The Silk Roads created a vast trading empire that made China the wealthiest of nations,” said Frank Spencer of his

second novel. “This also made China the prize other nations strived to plunder.” Throughout the Ming Dynasty the Great Wall was extended and strengthened and a formidable army was created to fight off the many and regular invaders. Chi’s father, Peng, was a master in designing and manufacturing devastating weapons of war and set in place China’s arms race, transforming the Ming army. Conscription was invented to replace the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives fighting off invaders, and a special elite unit was also created. Chi became China’s greatest warrior, a general who was a master in the art of war. In defending its Silk Road, China fought back

HISTORICAL ADVENTURES: Author Frank Spencer. further reason for creating this historical novel, which interweaves many other characters into the narrative including Chi’s friendships and his love life, and relationships with Emperor Zu Youjian and General Qi Juguang who was a master tactician

and authority on Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. A Secret Life is the title of Frank Spencer’s first book, an espionage thriller that follows the intriguing life of Richard Sinclair and his extraordinary life skills, including martial arts,

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who uses the power of friendship and love to take on the biggest battles of all. The Silk Road Wars (and A Secret Life) has an RRP of $24.95 and at ll good book stores and online at Booktopia.

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The Carer BESTELLING author Deborah Moggach does it again in The Carer, a delightfully, witty and poignant novel of age, sibling rivalry and growing old. Phoebe and Robert have an ageing and seemingly bored, widowed father James whose ageing issues force them to seek full-time help for him. The easiest answer is to employ a live-in carer Mandy. She’s not the best choice Phoebe thinks, but when she and her brother would prefer to not take on the role, Mandy looks like the best solution. This leaves the middle-aged siblings to pursue their own lives, complicated as they may be. Their stories are relatable which may leave some few readers feeling like they are reading about themselves. Dealing with their father isn’t all they really need to have to worry about as their lives change and so do their intimate ambitions of ageing happily. So, while the seemingly innocuous Mandy looks after

with great vigour and although always outnumbered, its superior strategies and weaponry more than levelled the odds. China invented gunpowder and had cannon whereas most of her adversaries did not. Its greater cunning and ingenuity was also used when it bought weapons used in the American Civil War. “The Silk Road Wars documents the many great land and sea battles and identifies Britain emerging as the prime antagonist,” Frank said. “In building a mighty navy and an empire, Britain continued to see China as a bitter enemy and remained in conflict with the nation well into the age of steam and dreadnought battleships.” Frank Spencer’s love of Marco Polo’s travels was

James who has discovers a new found energy for shopping trips, journeys to garden centres and life outside his front window, Phoebe and Robert juggle jealousy with a sense that something is amiss. The father who was too busy to attend his children’s sports day is now happily chortling over cuckoo clocks and television soaps. Just when it seems life can’t get more complicated, the surprising truth of their father’s former life and their mother’s written recollections changes everything. Moggach previous novels include The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and Tulip Fever. Published by Hachette, RRP$29.99.

DR KARL Kruszelnicki AM is a living legend when it comes to sharing his informative, amusing stories and insights to science. In his 45th book, Dr Karl’s Random Road Trip Through Science, Dr Karl continues his admirable if ambitious 30 plus year mission to track down all the awesome stories in and of the universe. He goes full kolour, with brilliant and funny illustrations to match his dress sense. Why do wombats poo cubes? Do fish drink water? What nearly destroyed

humanity on Halloween 2015? How do you use an incinerating toilet? Find out whether cannibalism is nutritious, how birds fly when they’re asleep and the Big Question – why does spaghetti always break into three parts? So whether you’re 10 or 60, strap in and get ready for a random ride through the universe. It’s perfect for any age and for grandparents to share with their grandkids. Published by HarperCollins, RRP$35.

Secrets will be revealed in Venice A YEAR after her husband Leo’s death, widow Daisy invites her three adult children to join her for a holiday in beautiful Venice. It will be wonderful, her chicks under one roof again in their father’s birthplace. But is it possible to recapture the past? Marc’s marriage is in

jeopardy, but for his mother’s sake, he convinces his wife to keep up appearances. Anna’s trying to hide the truth about the dismal state of her London acting career; and Ellie, enjoying a gap year and uncertain about her future choices, wants to avoid family pressure to conform.

Despite the magic of Venice, family ties are tested to the limit, especially when a shocking secret from Leo’s past is revealed. Now everything they value about love, family, commitment and trust must be re-examined. Published by Penguin, RRP $32.99.

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GLORIOUS NORWAY: A panoramic view of Tromso from Mt Storsteinen.

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This month explorers John and Yvonne Gardiner share their wonderful experiences as they discover ‘The Gateway to the Arctic’

OUR trip to Norway began in the north, at Tromso, one of the best places on earth to see the enchanting aurora borealis. Tromso lies 350 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle and is the largest city in northern Norway. The first night of searching for the elusive northern lights was the best, with shimmers of green in the late-night sky and a surprising encounter with the multi-coloured aurora from the bus on the way back to town. Despite the climatic challenges, human settlement in the Tromso area dates back thousands of years, although the city itself was founded only about 200 years ago. Tromso soon became the centre for animal trapping in the region, and in the early 1900s it was the starting point for expeditions to the Arctic – hence its nickname, Gateway to the Arctic. Apart from the phenomenal northern lights, Tromso is

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On the way to Flam along the Sognefjord waterway.

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not to miss is the cable car up Mt Storsteinen, which reveals a dazzling panorama of snow-topped mountains, the shimmering sea and an astounding vista. When we arrived back at the hotel, quite literally chilled, the hot tub and sauna revived much-travelled bodies. Norway’s attractions are many, with its spectacular scenery, a chance to see the northern lights, fascinating Viking history, and a diverse and entrancing mix of people. The capital Oslo was next on our itinerary, a city bursting with beauty and culture. Oslo was named European Green Capital 2019 for its dedication to conserving natural areas and reducing pollution. Tram 19 took us to the National Theatre at the centre of Oslo’s tourist trail. There’s no shortage of museums to explore. Most mesmerising of all was the Viking Ship Museum housing the remains of three boats. Seeing the best-preserved Viking

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10 Bangkok to-do highlights Kerry Heaney WITH new budget flights from Brisbane to Bangkok, a holiday in one of Asia’s most exciting cities just got a whole lot more achievable. AirAsia, recently named Skytrax World’s Best Low-Cost Airline for the 11th year, has fares from Brisbane to Bangkok starting at just $199. Their four weekly flights bring the bustling street markets, thriving nightlife and iconic temples of Thailand’s capital city within easy reach. Here are 10 Bangkok highlights you shouldn’t miss. Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun) Standing more than 80 metres tall, Thailand’s most photographed temple on the bank of the Chao Phra River is also one of the country’s most revered. You can climb the steep stairs to the first level and marvel at the ingenious decoration created from pottery shards. Bangkok Flower Market Open all day, every day, this market is filled with

beautiful local blooms and exquisite, handmade Phuang Malai garlands. You’ll see orchids, lotus, jasmine, chrysanthemum, gerbera, and lilies. Most of the flowers are grown in the provinces nearest to Bangkok. Sook Siam The ground level of the ICON Siam building has been turned into a food and craft market with stalls from Thailand’s 77 provinces. It’s filled with food, flowers and produce and makes a fascinating wander. You can see traditional foods being made and try them too. Best of all, the whole market is air-conditioned, so if you can’t make an open market, this will give you a taste. River Cruise The easiest way to see both the Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), ICON Siam and the Bangkok Flower Market is to take a ride on a Hop on Chao Phraya Hop-On Hop-Off Boat. Cruising the river is a fast and refreshing way to travel to the sights. An all-day, all-night pass costs just 300 baht

FLOWER POWER: Bangkok markets are full of colour.

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(around $14 AUS). Yaowarat Road Chinatown It all happens after sunset at Chinatown when the footpath becomes a kitchen and dining area lined with stalls. The cuisines are varied, and the queues are long, so go early and hungry. Look for stalls with a round red Michelin star sticker to find the most flavoursome treats. Jim Thompson House Museum Go to see the Bangkok home and Asian art collection of the late James H.W. Thompson (aka the Thai Silk King), but you’ll also be amazed

and definitely easier for some than others. The downside is exiting through three levels of a duty-free shopping mall, and there is no escape. Ayutthaya Historical Park This day trip from Bangkok to discover the UNESCO’s listed temple ruins and historical sites that were once Thailand’s capital city. Ayutthaya Historical Park includes Wat Phra Ram and Wat Mahathat. The Royal Palace, Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wiharn Phra Mongkol Bophit also can be found here. Staying there Stay at Shama

by the lush tropical garden. Expect to be tempted by the beautiful silk products in the adjoining store and dine in the onsite restaurant and enjoy delicious food. Thai Bus Food Tour Thailand’s first double-decker bus food tour will serve you a delicious traditional Thai style afternoon tea. You’ll also see the city sights in air-conditioned comfort. Mahanakhon Skywalk See Bangkok’s skyline from Thailand’s highest outdoor glass floor observation area on the 78th floor. It’s a lot of fun to dare yourself to step down onto the glass floor

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Baku’s stunning buildings Paul Coffey I’M IN Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, on the Caspian Sea, north of Iran, at the start of a two-week tour with Peregrine Adventures through Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia. It’s my first step in a longish Europe trip; in a few weeks my wife Anne and I will meet up in Prague. I’m stunned by Baku. I knew it had some interesting architecture, but I didn’t expect the innovation that I’ve seen. Even the drive in from the airport was a joy: truly amazing buildings and wonderful urban design. In the city proper there is a mix of architectural styles; some Islamic motifs, neo-classical columns, early 20th century mansions that fuse neo-Gothic and neo-Baroque elements, and timber balconies that jut out from the building facades. Many apartment buildings even have interesting design elements that provide variety instead of dreary

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CONTRASTS: The architecture in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan is a magnificent The Baku buildings are juxtaposition to the ancient city. Photos: Paul Coffey eye-catching. sameness. The bridges have elegant balustrading, the roadside landscaping is careful and formal-ish, the street lights and some poster columns and borrowed direct from Paris; together with the street trees and some wide boulevards, there’s a distinct Parisian feel. But there are also delightful news stands or Kiosk Press that I saw in

Istanbul decades ago (the word ‘kiosk’ is a Turkish word). Even the service stations are designed with some flair. There’s no sign of brutalist Soviet architecture here. Just as importantly signage is muted: no huge billboards along roadsides, no large neon signs or giant screens, and no big arches at the McDonald’s – it’s like

Noosa’s design principles but on a much larger scale. And there’s no litter. The city is clean, but not sterile. Clever up-lighting on the city’s old buildings at night is exquisite. And it has an old city too. It’s a delightful walled enclave with some historical buildings, lots of little winding alleyways, some cobblestoned

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breathlessness. ■ A high level of sedentary behaviour, like sitting, increases your risk of COPD, regardless of exercise time. ■ Older adults who are physically active have better lung function compared to adults who are not physically active. 4. Stroke A stroke occurs when blood flow to or within the brain is affected. This results in a lack of oxygen and nutrients to areas of the brain, causing cell death of that area. Many lifestyle factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, artery disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity and a lack of physical activity can increase a person’s risk. Being a male also increases your risk of stroke, which is why it’s so important to reduce other risk factors. ■ Any exercise, when compared to no exercise,

protects against the risk of stroke. ■ Older men who are moderately physical active are least likely to have a stroke. ■ Moderate to high levels of physical activity reduces risk of all stroke. ■ Exercise decreases your total risk factors by decreasing blood pressure, decreasing total cholesterol and managing and controlling weight. 3. Dementia Dementia is a collection of symptoms that affect the brain. The World Health Organisation recently released new exercise guidelines to assist in the prevention of dementia. Evidence is piling up to prove that the more active you are in life the lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. On top of that: ■ Aerobic exercise (walking, cycling, swimming) improves cognitive function.

■ Physical activity maintains performance in memory. 2. Cancer of the lungs, trachea and bronchus Exercise can decrease the risk of lung cancer in both current and former smokers. 1. Ischemic heart disease This occurs when the arteries of the heart become blocked and therefore oxygen delivery to the heart is limited. Symptoms vary person to person and unfortunately the first sign of ischemic heart disease can be when you have a heart attack. Poor lifestyle choices will increase your risk of ischemic heart disease. Being physically active decreases your risk of developing heart disease by: ■ Weight Management – Being overweight or obese is a risk factor for heart disease, and regular exercise helps to keep

you at a healthy weight. ■ Reduce your stress – exercise can help to reduce and manage stress. ■ For more tips on improving your heart health, visit the Heart Foundation’s website. Take home message If you want to reduce your risk of premature death, making some simple lifestyle changes can help. ■ Reduce excess weight by making healthy food choices. ■ Stop smoking. ■ Avoid sitting for too long – get up, walk and stretch at least every one or two hours ■ Exercise – aim to meet the Australian Physical Activity guidelines for your age group. If you’re living with an illness or chronic disease, an accredited exercise physiologist can help you to exercise safely. Info: exerciseright.com.au

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doctors and specialists. The Federal Government website is being developed in consultation with consumers, medical professionals and insurers to make sure it includes appropriate information and features to assist and support consumers about decisions on their health care. It is expected to incorporate MBS benefits and information about insurer gap payment arrangements, in addition to the doctor’s maximum

fee and the most common out-of-pocket costs for a treatment. The website is expected to go live by the end of the year. An alternative and independent cost comparison website, mydrbill.com.au, has already gone live. It has been set up by two retired doctors, Katherine McGrath and Stephen Clarke. The website lists out-of-pocket expenses for about 90 procedures. It focuses on the fees specialist doctors charge for surgical or medical

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The new shingles vaccine is available DENTAL HEALTH: Follow these easy tips to stay on top of your keep your teeth healthy. Photo: Alliance

How’s your teeth? WE NEED to twice daily brush, once daily floss, eat healthy and regular visit our dentist to maintain good dental health. Food, glorious food Our eating habits play a major role in tooth decay which is a diet related disease. What to do? Eat three regular meal times a day rather than snacking and grazing, and limit sugary treats to be part of a meal rather than as a snack. Get drinking, water that is Tap water in most areas of Australia contains fluoride, one of the easiest and most beneficial ways to help prevent tooth decay. Regularly sip it

throughout the day, including with and right after meals. Chew on this? Chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after eating can prompt your mouth to produce more saliva, which helps neutralise decay-causing acid attacks. Brushing Brush for at least two minutes in the morning and at night. Too much pressure when brushing can damage your gums and tooth enamel. Which toothpaste? Choose one that contains fluoride. Fluoride can also help remineralise (heal or reverse) early decay. Info: ada.org.au.

SHINGLES, also called hepes zoster, is a common but lesser known preventable disease which can severely affect older Australians. The older you are if you get shingles, the higher your risk of being seriously affected. Anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of getting shingles later in life. About one in three people who have not been immunised against chickenpox or shingles will get shingles at some time. The Department of Health advises shingles, which is caused by a reactivation of the chickenpox virus, causes a painful localised blistering rash on any part of the skin. Most elderly people have had chickenpox as children, or as parents of children, before the development of chickenpox vaccine. Hence they are at risk of reactivation of the virus to form shingles. It’s described as a

BETTER HEALTH: Anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of getting shingles later in life. Photo: fstop123 serious disease because it can cause severe nerve pain that can last for months and even years. This has a great impact on quality of life. Shingles in its early stage is contagious and so also has implications for carers. It can also lead to: ■ Serious eye problems,

including blindness ■ Pneumonia ■ Hearing problems ■ Swelling of the brain ■ Or worse, death Shingles immunisation development is relatively recent and is currently recommended for free under the National Immunisation Program for adults aged 70 years to 79 years.

It is also recommended for people aged 60 to 69 years, 80 years and older, and for those aged 50 or over who live in the same household as someone who has a weakened immune system. For more information about shingles, go to beta.health.gov.au/health - topics/shingles-herpeszoster.

Dementia tops the list for women NEW research has revealed the reasons the rate of Alzheimer’s disease is higher in women than in men. The study was presented at the recent Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. Scientists from the Centre for Cognitive Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Centre have identified how the Alzheimer’s-related protein tau spreads in the brain. The ways in which proteins spread may help explain why the prevalence of Alzheimer’s is higher in women than in men. The research suggests that tau spreads through the brain like an infection, moving from neuron to neuron and turning other proteins into abnormal

FAST FACTS ❚ In Australia dementia is the leading cause of death in women with 64.5 per cent dementia related. About two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women ❚ If USA researcher findings are proven, then they suggest sex-specific approaches may be needed to prevent Alzheimer’s tangles that result in the death of brain cells. The researchers found that the structure of tau networks is different in men and women, with women having a larger number of “bridging

regions” that connect various areas of the brain. This may enable tau to spread more easily between brain regions, increasing the speed at which it accumulates and putting women at greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease, the investigators theorised. Further research is needed to confirm that women have an accelerated spread of tau. About two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women. In Australia, dementia is the leading cause of death in women with 64.5 per cent dementia related. If USA researcher findings are proven, then they suggest sex-specific approaches may be needed to prevent Alzheimer’s.

WOMEN’S HEALTH: Researchers are studying why Alzheimer’s is higher in women than in men. Photo: Katarzyna Bialasiewicz “This could include earlier treatment, lifestyle interventions and/or remedial help for memory,” the researchers report. “Understanding how different biological processes influence our memory is a really important topic,” Assistant Professor of

Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences and lead investigator for the study Dr Sepi Shokouhi said. “Sex-specific differences in the brain’s pathological, neuroanatomical and functional organisation may map into differences at a neurobehavioral and

cognitive level, thus explaining differences in the prevalence of neurodegenerative disorders and helping us develop appropriate treatments.” The Australian Dementia Helpline is at dementia.org.au/helpline or phone 1800 100 500

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Tips for a top night’s sleep Meredith Yardley IF YOU don’t sleep well, you may be sabotaging yourself without even knowing it. Good quality sleep is essential for your health. If you don’t sleep too well, here are some tips that have been proven to aid the most important 6-7 hours of your day. Preparing your space ■ Keep your bedroom cool and dark to help you maximise your natural sleep rhythms. ■ Let our body know you are getting ready to retire by dimming the lights a couple of hours before going to bed. Preparing your body ■ Eat at least three hours before retiring, so your body focuses on relaxing, not digesting. ■ Do any ‘bed readying’ activities, such a cleaning your teeth, a couple of hours before retiring. That way you don’t wake yourself up again to clean your teeth or stack the dishwasher. ■ A bath with lavender oil is always a nice way to relax. Or you can lie on the floor (if you can get there) and stretch your legs up the wall – a sure fire relaxation technique. ■ Avoid caffeine (including black tea) or alcohol close to bedtime as they can keep you awake. ■ Put your devices (phone, tablet) away two hours before retiring. The blue backlight can upset your body’s melatonin release, which it needs to sleep.

AGEING WELL: Australia’s CALD community members face common and unique challenges as they age.

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Tracey Johnstone MIGRANTS from non-English speaking backgrounds now make up between 30 and 35 per cent of Australians aged 65 and over. That’s a significant number of people whose ageing issues are both common and unique. For many, not having role models around them as they grow older in Australia presents one of the most complex problems explains chair of the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA), Mary Patetsos. “Some of them have been here for the majority of their life,” Ms Patetsos said. Migrants have been arriving into Australia

since the turn of the century; many of them came from Afghanistan, eastern and southern Europe, filling jobs in major infrastructure projects like the Snowy Mountains scheme, the Sydney Opera House and railways. “They have often arrived as very young children or 10 or 20-year-olds,” Ms Patetsos added. “They grow up, study, go to work, raise families and then find themselves at 84 or 86 ageing in a country they have migrated to. “They aren’t growing in the village or town or place that they have seen other people growing old in. They are really making their way in a new place.” Where these ageing Australians find they are suffering with dementia or

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they aren’t regularly using English in their everyday activities, regressing back to their mother tongue restricts their ability to deal with the range of ageing issues and community services. This is where Aged Care providers have a critical role in overcoming language barriers. Some CALD communities are of such size that they have been able to establish ethno-specific Aged Care facilities, but there is much more support required for migrants living outside of the catchment area of these facilities. FECCA are working to increase the profile of these ageing Australians. “Once you need support, you need to know the system can look

after you so we need to ensure that providers understand that responsibility, that they understand the need to communicate, use translators and interpreted materials and perhaps employ bilingual staff,” Ms Patetsos said. She has noticed some facilities have actively sought the employment of staff fluent in the language prevalent within their clients. Others have encouraged existing staff to learn basic words to help them communicate with their CALD clients. Diversity in the Aged Care workforce is another initiative being rolled out by some providers. “Not all of it is a burden,” Ms Patetsos said. She argues that bringing diversity to the

Aged Care living space can benefit non-CALD residents. She also sees that the well-travelled Baby Boomers will be looking for more interesting experiences as they age. “There are some wonderful examples where Greek or Italian or Italy food, depending on dietary needs, has been introduced into nursing homes and playing some easy games like Bocce and music; it can be fun for all residents,” she added. “Multiculturalism is an advantage for all of us as it makes our life more interesting. If we take it that way it will be less of burden and more of a joy. “We also need to make sure consumers know their rights and are able to access My Aged Care.”

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Cure for endometriosis? Kerry Heaney IT AFFECTS 10 per cent of Australian women and costs the economy $7.4 billion every year in lost productivity according to a recent Ernst and Young study, but the search for a cure for endometriosis remains a clinical challenge. For 68-year-old Judith Perryn, who first experienced symptoms at age 12, searching for a cure has been a lifetime task. It even earned her an OAM in 2001 for service to the development of public health awareness and education through the Endometriosis Association of Queensland. “When I was first diagnosed, I had to go to the library and look it up in medical textbooks to find out anything. Now people at least know the word, endometriosis,” Judith said. Despite looking healthy, she was in a constant state of excruciating pain and endured a range of surgeries, treatments and medications. “Until we find a cure, everything is just a band-

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Dianne Charman RECENTLY there has been a lot of chatter around deeming rates and changes made for part-pensioners. Deeming is the method that Centrelink and the Department of Veterans Affairs use to calculate the income from your financial assets when determining your entitlements for the Age Pension (as well as other benefits such as Disability Support Pension and Newstart Allowance) under a means test. Deeming assumes that financial investments are earning a set rate of income, regardless of the amount they are actually earning. There are two components of means testing – an asset test and an income test. Centrelink calculates your Age Pension on the test that generates the lowest eligible pension amount. For seniors with financial assets who are assessed under the income test, the change in deeming rates is welcome given the current low interest rate environment. The government has cut the deeming rate for large investments from 3.25 per cent to three per cent, and for smaller ones from

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1.75 per cent all the way down to one per cent. Individuals may earn up to $174 per fortnight, couples up to $308 before their pension entitlements are impacted by the income test. Income in excess of these amounts reduces pension entitlements by $0.50 for every dollar assessed for income test purposes. The changes mean that couples whose income is assessed using deeming may receive up to $1053 extra year, while singles could receive up to $804 extra a year. While the payments will be backdated to July 1, 2019 the payment adjustments will be processed from the end of September 2019. So, what should I be doing? Embrace technology My biggest tip is to become friends with the MyGov portal. Learning how to navigate the website will pre-empt the need for long, frustrating calls and time spent waiting on hold to Centrelink. Embracing new technology might seem a little overwhelming at first but it’s definitely worth it in the long run. Regular reviews

Regular maintenance and keeping your Centrelink details up to date will pay off, both in terms of your finances and your valuable time. I helped clients last year update investment values during the share market downturn. Doing so resulted in a back payment of $517 and an increase in pension entitlement of $42 per fortnight per person or $2184. Don’t overvalue your home contents When adding your home contents remember this is not the insured amount but the ‘fire sale’ value. Think about if you were to put all your possessions in a garage sale, what would you receive? I’ve seen cases where home and contents are valued at $60,000 and when you think about the fire sale value it’s really nowhere near this amount. Check your super / income Your superannuation/ income stream provider updates Centrelink with your balances in March and September each year. If you see a change in your pension payment around then check the

MONEY ADVICE: Understand deeming and how it works. latest balances on MyGov as this might explain the adjustment and save you another Centrelink phone call. Finally, here are a few things you can update / do yourself online: ■ Upload bank statements, rental agreements, superannuation and income stream information ■ Upload receipt details for assets purchases such as your new car, trailer, caravan,

motorcycle etc ■ Update your income ■ Change your bank account details ■ Update your personal details, such as change of address, phone numbers, email ■ Lodge your application for Age Pension, Carer’s Allowance or Pension ■ Manage appointments with Centrelink ■ Change your nominee arrangements ■ View your payments history and next payment details

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■ Submit complaints or provide feedback Dianne Charman, of Jade Financial Group, is an authorised representative of AMP Financial Planning Pty Ltd. Any advice given is general only and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consult a financial planner to consider how appropriate the advice is to your objectives, financial situation and needs.

Superannuation catch-up provisions explained FINANCE commentator Andrew Heaven AMP financial planner at WealthPartners Financial Solutions, addresses how superannuation “catch up” provisions, that came into effect from July 1, will work. His example is a person aged 55 and with a super balance of $405,000. He earns $100,000 a year and receives the 9.5% employer superannuation contributions. Since July 1, 2018 individuals with a total superannuation balance of less than $500,000 are able to carry forward their unused Concessional Contribution (CC) cap for up to five years. The total superannuation balance is calculated by adding together all the amounts you have in the accumulation phase and pension phase of your super at June 30 of each financial year.

The CC cap refers to the limit on the concessional superannuation contributions you can make in a financial year. This includes salary sacrifice and compulsory employer contributions, as well as any personal contributions which you may claim as a tax deduction in your tax return. The cap for the 2018-2019 tax year is $25,000. Amounts of unused CCs arise when you have not fully used your CC cap in a tax year. Individuals will be able to utilise their unused CC cap on a rolling basis for a period of five years. Amounts that have not been utilised after five years will expire. If you earn $100,000 and receive 9.5% Employer Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC), you receive $9500 of CCs.

MONEY ADVICE: Learn more about the new rule around superannuation contributions. Photo: Squaredpixels Assuming you make no additional concessional contributions in this financial year, you will be eligible to carry forward $15,500 of unused CC cap into future financial years from the 2018-19 tax year. Assuming your income

doesn’t increase and you made no additional concessional contributions this financial year, nor in the 2019-20 tax year, in the 2021-22 financial year, you would be able to personally contribute a tax-deductible

contribution $46,500 which represent three years of the unused CC cap of $15,500 a year. Under the rules for carry-forward contributions, your total superannuation balance is determined on your June 30 closing balance

in the financial year prior to the start of the financial year in which you wish to make the additional concessional contributions. For example, if you wanted to make a carry-forward concessional contribution in the 2019-2020 financial year, your total superannuation balance must be under $500,000 on June 30. To be eligible to contribute to superannuation you will need to be either under age 65 or satisfy the work test of 40 hours in a three-day period in the tax year prior to making a contribution if older than 65 up to age 75. The Coach is published on wealthpartners.net.au. Any general advice in this story doesn’t take account of personal objectives, financial situation and needs.

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Maher Digby IN GENERAL, most superannuation benefits are ‘preserved’ (inaccessible) and can only be accessed on meeting a “condition of release”. There can be confusion around the taxation of superannuation benefits (post-60) and the ability to access preserved benefits. Many believe that because they have turned 60 and their superannuation benefit (paid from a taxed superannuation fund) is tax-free, they can also access their benefit. Once you turn 65 your superannuation benefits become unrestricted non-preserved and you can access your super money. It is irrelevant whether you have retired or not. In regard to the definition of ‘retirement’, the Superannuation Industry Regulations define two different sets

of conditions with regard to determining if ‘retirement has occurred’ and the retirement ‘condition of release have been met’. Once you have reached your preservation age you have access to your super under certain conditions. Preservation age is the age at which you are eligible to access your superannuation – this can be as young as 55 depending on your year of birth. Once you reach this preservation age you can choose a ‘Transition to Retirement Pension’ arrangement, meaning you can still work and draw 4-10% annually of your superannuation investment to supplement your income. You will however pay 15 per cent tax on this income until you turn 60 when income payments from your super are tax free. If you retire between your preservation age

and turning 60 you can have full access to your super only if you meet the conditions below. ■ 1. The member has ceased work, and ■ 2. They have no intention of becoming gainfully employed again, on either a part-time or a full-time basis (i.e. 10 hours per week or more) The obligation of being satisfied that a condition of release has been met rests with the trustees of the member’s superannuation fund. The second part of the retirement definition specifically applies to members aged between 60 and 65. In essence, where a member has ceased an arrangement under which they were gainfully employed, since turning 60 years of age, they have met the retirement condition of release. There is no requirement to intend to never work again. Technically, a person aged 60 or over could

cease to be gainfully employed one day, and commence a new employment arrangement (with another employer, or become self-employed) the following day, week, or month and have access to all or part of their super. However, be aware that if a person is aged between 60 and 65, and they ceased to be gainfully employed before their 60th birthday, they are still subject to the first definition: that is, they have no intention of resuming gainful employment. Accessing super benefits and applying the conditions of release can be complex. There are several conditions of release that may be available; however, a clear understanding of the law is essential and it is best to consult your Financial Adviser before access your funds. ■ For more information, contact Mark

Digby at Maher Digby Securities Pty Ltd – Financial Advisers – AFSL No. 230559 (see advert Page 3). Phone (07) 5441 1266 or visit our website www.maher digby.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 advisor.

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COLD air was blasting across South Australia. Gale forces whipped topsoil skyward across the Murraylands, yet as the trees bent under the pressure, family life proved serene in the Lexus ES. The five-seater sedan remained planted despite the conditions while maintaining the marque’s renowned luxury standard. Relaunched last September, the seventh generation ES is available exclusively as a hybrid and starts just shy of $60,000 before on-road costs. It’s a proven combination of petrol and electric power — Lexus and its parent company Toyota have been champions of hybrid technology — and the perfect alternative for those not quite ready to dive deep into the world of full electrification. Sedans have lost their buying lustre in recent times, but with a family of four and more than 1000km to travel, the ES proved it can more than compete with an SUV for space and luxury.

VALUE

The Sports Luxury costs an extra $15k, which leaves nothing on the specification shelf.

Lexus embarrasses German rivals with its uncomplicated feature inclusions, gear such as a head-up display, 12.3-inch colour screen, satnav, digital radio, wireless phone charger and a sunroof. Upgrades for the Sports Luxury include three-zone aircon, power boot lid with kick sensor, heated steering wheel and a 17-speaker Mark Levinson stereo. The rear seats are also heated and can recline. Warranty coverage is slightly longer in term than some prestige rivals at four years, but distance is restricted to 100,000km. Lexus doesn’t have service packages or capped prices on maintenance, but you do get a free loan car when it’s under the mechanic’s microscope.

SAFETY

Five-star safety was awarded with a swag of technology which protects those inside the car and vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists — radar sensitivity increases at night to further protect the latter. There are 10 airbags, radar cruise control to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, blind spot monitor to stop the driver from cutting others off and parking

sensors at both ends. Road-sign assist constantly monitors changes in speed zones and when using cruise control, the driver can simply hold the button up or down to match the limit.

COMFORT

Trademark Lexus plushness comes in spades. Unless you’re in one of the V8-powered sports cars, you can bank on a Lexus being impressively quiet. This seventh-generation ES has progressed another rung with an ultra-smooth ride, and even the Sports Luxury’s 18-inch alloy wheels have a hollow rim to reduce noise. Space is akin to an old-school Holden Commodore or Ford Falcon. Five people can be housed in comfort, yet four are best suited with each corner availed generous head, leg and knee room. Those in the front have electric seat adjustment, for the driver it has 14-way capability ... just 12-way for the passenger. Cabin materials look and feel like high quality, and there are two cupholders within the main console but no bottle holders in the doors. The constant bugbear for Lexus is the

mouse-style remote touch pad which is used to navigate the primary controls — radio, satnav and various vehicle information. Cumbersome and difficult to operate on the move, it needs further refinement for more seamless operation. With the hybrid battery stored under the rear seat, the ES boasts a generous boot which was able to handle two large and two small suitcases, as well as a couple of backpacks.

DRIVING

This iteration has grown in every direction, 60mm longer, 45mm wider, 5mm lower, and its wheelbase is 50mm longer. The new architecture offers increased rigidity and along with suspension changes makes the ES more adept in the bends. Power from the four-cylinder hybrid system remains subdued, and even with sport mode engaged it will sprint from standstill to 100km/h in less than nine seconds. That’s not going to have the ES on the quarter mile start line, but this car is all about comfort and ease of driving — both aspects are well covered. Light steering makes city and rural sojourns effortless. The ‘bull horns’ on top of the instrument binnacle

enable changes drive modes. Compared to normal, ‘sport’ quickens throttle responses and changes the transmission shift program and ‘eco’ does the opposite. Among the benefits of the Lexus hybrid system is electrification without complication. No plug-ins, no recharging. It all happens without any driver intervention with charge going back into the battery. Components in the ES are lighter and improved, and Lexus has claimed 16.4 per cent fuel improvements over the outgoing model. Official average fuel consumption figures are an impressive 4.6 litres for every 100km, although with a fair amount of long highway drives we achieved six litres. That’s still impressively thrifty, but hybrids typically do their best work in

metropolitan areas where there is regular stop-start activity.

HEAD SAYS

Outstanding levels of luxury and space for the whole family with running costs that dwarf premium rivals.

HEART SAYS

The ES looks and feels expensive with grand tourer performance.

ALTERNATIVES

GENESIS G70 2.0T SPORT FROM $63,300 New arrival on the prestige scene from parent company Hyundai. Smaller in stature but closer in price, powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cyl turbo, 179kW/353Nm. For more motoring info, please see our Brisbane motoring advertisements between pages 17-20 of this edition of Seniors News.

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Across 7 In a 1960s-70s TV series, who was father to Adam, Hoss and Little Joe? (3,10) 8 Whose 1952 song “Auf Wiedersehen Sweetheart” was simultaneously a hit in Britain and the US? (4,4) 9 Ia is the abbreviation for which US state? (4) 10 What is an official notice to a court to suspend a proceeding until the filer has been heard? (6) 12 In poetry or literature, what is a large abundantly laden merchant ship, originally one from Ragusa or Venice? (6) 14 What thick, highly incendiary liquid is used in firebombs? (6) 16 From French, what is “as a whole; collectively, all together”? (2,4) 18 What is another name for a cormorant? (4) 20 What is a person qualified to make and supply spectacles? (8) 22 The “Penge Bungalow Murder” was one of the greatest cases of which fictional barrister? (6,7)

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Down 1 What brown, crystallised, raw cane sugar comes from Guyana? (8) 2 What is an interval of eight notes? (6) 3 What is the three on dice or cards also called? (4) 4 Which ballet did Rudolf Nureyev rework in 1964, giving the dominant role to the male dancer? (4,4) 5 What name was given to two US space probes that went into orbit around Mars in 1976? (6) 6 What lateen-rigged ship with one or two masts is used in the Arabian region? (4) 11 Which 1963 hit ﬁlm was based on a novel by Henry Fielding? (3,5) 13 Which city is South America’s largest? (3,5) 15 What sea lies between Greece and Turkey? (6) 17 Which arm muscles bend the elbows? (6) 19 In falconry, what is a leather covering for a hawk’s head? (4) 21 What is a shallow, oblong garden basket made of wood strips? (4)

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Insert the missing letters to make ten words — ﬁve reading across the grid and ﬁve reading down.

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 ﬁveletter solution starts with J, the six-letter solution starts with K, and so on.

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How many words of four letters or more can you make? Each letter must be used only once and all words must contain the centre letter. There is at least one nine-letter word. No words starting with a capital are allowed, no plurals ending in s unless the word is also a verb. TODAY: Good 20 Very Good 24 Excellent 28

DOUBLE CROSS Find a ﬁnished crossword by deleting one of the two letters in each divided square. Solution opposite

BLACKOUT

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GK CROSSWORD Across: 7 Ben Cartwright, 8 Vera Lynn, 9 Iowa, 10 Caveat, 12 Argosy, 14 Napalm, 16 En bloc, 18 Shag, 20 Optician, 22 Horace Rumpole. Down: 1 Demerera, 2 Octave, 3 Trey, 4 Swan Lake, 5 Viking, 6 Dhow, 11 Tom Jones, 13 Sao Paulo, 15 Aegean, 17 Biceps, 19 Hood, 21 Trug.

Across 7. Exploring (13) 8. Angelic (8) 9. Pinches (4) 10. Reasons (6) 12. Earnings (6) 14. Tasteless or shoddy items (3) 15. Sex (6) 17. Sailors’ song (6) 19. A sign or warning (4) 21. Ambitious, enterprising person (2-6) 23. Pure (13)

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