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Aged care

Essential questions to ask when choosing the right aged care facility for you

Essential questions to ask when choosing the right aged care facility for you

To support you in making informed decisions that reflect your unique needs and preferences, Starts at 60 has compiled a list of key questions to ask when considering aged care options.
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Heart health

Research identifies link between strong legs and heart health

Research identifies link between strong legs and heart health

Having strong legs may be a good thing for your cardiovascular wellbeing.
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Bloggers

“Thou shall have no other…”

“Thou shall have no other…”

'Thou shall have no other…’ but football: A story of passion, loyalty, and family heritage, where the love for the game becomes a sacred ritual—through triumphs, defeats, and even life’s final moments.
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Alzheimers

Scientists identify potential link between gut health and dementia

Scientists identify potential link between gut health and dementia

Genes and gut microbiome may be linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease.
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Money

New ATO rule could cost you thousands — Here’s what you need to know before July 1

New ATO rule could cost you thousands — Here’s what you need to know before July 1

From July 1, the interest charged on money owed to the ATO will no longer be tax deductible.
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Skin and hair health

How to avoid or treat skin tears and wounds

How to avoid or treat skin tears and wounds

Here's everything you need to know about skin tears and wounds.
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Tips

Unblock your kitchen sink drain with this cheap household solution

Unblock your kitchen sink drain with this cheap household solution

Often a build up of food debris, grease and bacteria can turn your kitchen sink drain into a putrid smelling mess but you don't have to spend heaps of your hard earned cash on fancy chemical cleaners.
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Bloggers

Renting in your 70s – when there is no where to go

Renting in your 70s – when there is no where to go

After a lifetime of work and resilience, our Starts at 60 blogger never imagined they'd still be wondering where they'll live next year. The dream? A place to age with dignity, independence, and community.
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Nostalgia

From courtship to coffee dates: How dating has changed over the decades

From courtship to coffee dates: How dating has changed over the decades

The modern dating scene has evolved to be unrecognisable from the golden days of candlelit dinners and movies.
Discover how friendships can protect your mental and physical health. Source: Getty Images.
Health

How your social circle impacts your health and what you can do about it

How your social circle impacts your health and what you can do about it

New research suggests that the form of your social connections can heavily impact your health and wellbeing in later life.
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Pets

Why pets may be the key to a healthier, happier retirement

Why pets may be the key to a healthier, happier retirement

Having a pet isn’t just a source of companionship—it’s a meaningful way to support your well-being. Studies show that spending time with animals can contribute to a healthier, more fulfilling experience of ageing.
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Estate planning

6 common estate planning mistakes to avoid

6 common estate planning mistakes to avoid

Drafting a will can be a daunting process, but it's an important one, especially if you have loved ones and children.
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Gardening

10 top tips to achieve a thriving vegetable garden

10 top tips to achieve a thriving vegetable garden

Ready to grow your own food and enjoy fresher, healthier meals straight from your backyard (or balcony)? These 10 clever gardening hacks will help beginners and green thumbs alike create a thriving veggie patch—no matter how much space you’ve got!
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Tips

Aussie mum reveals her no-fuss secret for a spotless toilet

Aussie mum reveals her no-fuss secret for a spotless toilet

Let’s be honest—no one loves cleaning the toilet bowl. But one Aussie mum may have cracked the code—with zero harsh scrubbing involved.

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Lifestyle

Top 10 kitchen gadgets that make cooking easier as you age

Top 10 kitchen gadgets that make cooking easier as you age

Whether you’re cooking up a Sunday roast or making toast and tea for one, these gadgets are designed to take the strain out of everyday tasks — so you can focus on the good stuff, like just eating.
One cleaning expert has a tip for getting rid of those crumbs and keep our toasters in top condition. Source: Shutterstock.
Tips

Keep your toaster in tip-top shape with this quick and clever trick

Keep your toaster in tip-top shape with this quick and clever trick

For many, warm toast is a reliable way to start the day but dealing with the build up of crumbs at the bottom of our appliance is a real pain. However, one cleaning expert has a tip for getting rid of those crumbs and you won't believe how easy it is.
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Dating

Second time around: What dating over 60 is really like

Second time around: What dating over 60 is really like

Dating in your 60s might feel like uncharted territory, especially if it’s been decades since your last first date. But here’s the truth: dating over 60 is different, and in many ways, it’s better.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

5 nifty tips to make the most of your downsized living space

5 nifty tips to make the most of your downsized living space

Downsizing your home doesn’t mean downsizing your lifestyle! Join Starts at 60 as we share 5 practical tips to help you make the most of your new space.
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Tips

Tired of scrubbing the toilet? This fizzy trick does the hard work for you

Tired of scrubbing the toilet? This fizzy trick does the hard work for you

Cleaning the toilet is rarely anyone’s favourite chore – but a fizzy little tablet is making it a whole lot easier for everyday Australians.
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Diet and nutrition

The diet helping over 60s feel less stressed, revealed

The diet helping over 60s feel less stressed, revealed

Struggling with stress? Scientists say one simple change to your diet could help older adults feel noticeably calmer — and it’s easier than you might think.
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News

May’s Full Flower Moon in Scorpio: An emotional rollercoaster is coming

May’s Full Flower Moon in Scorpio: An emotional rollercoaster is coming

The Full Flower Moon in Scorpio will reach its peak in the early hours of May 13th, and we could be in for an emotional “wild ride.” But with that intensity comes a potent opportunity for transformation.
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Relationships

How to handle difficult conversations and strengthen relationships

How to handle difficult conversations and strengthen relationships

As we get older, we often value connection more than conflict. Learning how to handle these conversations calmly and constructively can make a real difference to our relationships and our peace of mind. Here are a few practical tips to help you navigate the tough stuff with confidence.
Ish, the gardener provides not one, but three methods to rid your garden of its aphid issues for good. Source: Getty Images.
Tips

Get rid of aphids for good — and save your garden — with these low-cost, simple tricks

Get rid of aphids for good — and save your garden — with these low-cost, simple tricks

It's a sight that strikes fear into many gardeners but aphids are, unfortunately, a fact of life for many of our green spaces. However, help is at hand from one gardening guru and the solutions require nothing more than a few cheap products that are easy to source.
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Health

Why keeping bones healthy ‘becomes increasingly important’ for over 60s

Why keeping bones healthy ‘becomes increasingly important’ for over 60s

Wrinkles aren’t the only sign of ageing—your bones could be weakening without you even knowing. Discover the subtle red flags and simple steps to protect your bone health in later life.
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Fashion

Dress to impress: Smart, comfortable fashion ideas that still turn heads

Dress to impress: Smart, comfortable fashion ideas that still turn heads

These tips allow you to stay stylish no matter the weather or situation.
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Technology

Tech tips without the jargon: Handy digital shortcuts for everyday life

Tech tips without the jargon: Handy digital shortcuts for everyday life

You don’t need to be a tech whiz to make technology work for you.
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Tips

The simple solution for cleaning that awkward spot on your shower screen

The simple solution for cleaning that awkward spot on your shower screen

The space where the shower door overlaps with the glass shower panel builds up with soap scum and no amount of yoga will make our limbs flexible enough to fit in that space. But now clever cleaner has come to our aid with a quick and easy fix.
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Healthy ageing

How to avoid falling sick on your holiday: a doctor’s top travel tips

How to avoid falling sick on your holiday: a doctor’s top travel tips

Get a doctor's top tips on the do's and don't's of overseas travel.

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