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City planners can’t keep up with technology improvements

Renewable energy is driving profound changes in cities. It’s happening much more quickly than was expected even five years ago....

Six tips for if you’re still in or rejoining the workforce

Australians are working later and postponing retirement. According to a study by the University of Melbourne The University of Melbourne...

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This is Hollywood’s new highest paid actor

Imagine earning a cool $68 million in one year. Well, actor Mark Wahlberg doesn’t have to imagine. Business magazine Forbes has...

Susan Sarandon spills the beans on her multiple arrests

Susan Sarandon appeared on an episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, wearing a stunning white full-length jumpsuit that complemented her...

Avoid the embarrassment of ill-fitting teeth

There’s no denying that dentures can take some getting used to. One of the most common fears for people who are...

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Over-60 travellers left stranded on holiday

"We were basically told we were on our own."

Aboriginal group introduces fees to Western Australian coast

Cruise ship passengers as well as independent tourists will be charged...

7 things you have to do on an adventure in Antarctica

It’s cold, it’s treacherous and it’s at the end of the world, bu...

The safest cities in the world list is full of surprises

When it comes to safe cities in the world, the Middle East isn’t the...

Heated discussion gets 70-year-old kicked off flight

A 70-year-old man and his 25-year-old daughter have been kicked off a ...

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A new tool can help you make sense of retirement village costs

A new retirement village fees calculator is set to take some of the confusion out of retirement village costs. The...

Watchdog warns of NBN scam targeting over 65s

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) are warning people to be on the lookout for scammers pretending to be with...

On the NBN? You could be owed hundreds

You may be set to receive a refund if you’re one of thousands of National Broadband Network subscribers who were...

Why you can't trust a car dealer on insurance

Being duped by an over-eager car salesman into buying insurance for your car that you most likely don’t need isn’t something...

Ways to boost your income

If you’ve already retired or about to retire, you’ve probably got money on your mind. Perhaps you’re stressed you don’t...

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Avoid the embarrassment of ill-fitting teeth

There’s no denying that dentures can take some getting used to. One of the most common fears for people who are...

Australia's biggest hearing check is coming to you and it’s free

Our hearing is vital for communication as we get older, but many over-60s are ignoring it....

Warning over rise in Baby Boomers hitting the bong and bottle

It’s no secret Baby Boomers like to have a good time, but their increasing use of alcohol and drugs is...

Check out this completely natural blackhead removal technique

Blackheads unfortunately aren’t just the domain of hormonal and greasy teenagers. In fact, they seem to get worse the older you...

‘How a tiny hearing device changed my relationship for the better’

Jeni says she hated the feeling that she was yelling at her husband all the time....

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Finding stylish, comfy winter clothing - no matter what your age or size

We were delighted to join Adrift this week for a special live broadcast launching their Autumn/Winter 2017 collection!...

How to make your own compost

One way to reduce household waste is to create your own compost. It is something that many of us have...

Brooke Satchwell's new 'diva-esque saucy' role

Everything has gone wrong in Brooke Satchwell’s latest production. But is what makes it so right. The 36-year-old is now...

Get your laughs with The Play That Goes Wrong

REVIEW: You might be forgiven that even the title The Play That Goes Wrong gives it all away, for this...

Going In Style: the grandfather of all heist films

Who doesn’t love a good old-fashioned underdog story?...

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Simple and natural ways to remove age spots

Many of us feel compelled to cover up age spots when they appear. However, there are natural methods to help...

Remove burn marks from your frying pan with this easy hack

Have you ever let the frying pan get too hot and you’re left with a burnt stain which is a mission to clean?...

Check out this completely natural blackhead removal technique

Blackheads unfortunately aren’t just the domain of hormonal and greasy teenagers. In fact, they seem to get worse the older you...

Mariah Carey stuns in sheer gold showstopper dress

Mariah Carey is known for her certain style of dressing… shall we say, less is more? 🎶 "I will hunt...

Lisa Wilkinson removes social media post about Princess Mary

Lisa Wilkinson might have posted a pic of herself and her wild sailing hair, but it was her comment that...

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'McLeod's Daughters' hunk unrecognisable as Chopper Read

Hunky actor Aaron Jeffery looks near unrecognisable in his latest role as the colourful late criminal Mark ‘Chopper’ Read. The...

Hugh Jackman addresses secret marriage rumours

Hugh Jackman and his wife of 21 years Deborra-Lee Furness have slammed rumours that they had a “secret second wedding”...

A thriller ripped straight from today's terror-charged headlines

What happens when an experienced political reporter tries his hand at thriller writing?...

Princess Mary shares gorgeous pic of new pup

Losing a beloved family pet is hard on everyone and it seems the Danish royal family are no exception. Three...

What can be done to improve childhood literacy?

Some of my earliest memories feature books; many a winter night was spent in front of an open fire, cuddled...