Author: Rebecca Wilson | Starts at 60

Rebecca Wilson Profile

Rebecca Wilson is the founder and publisher of Starts at 60. The daughter of two baby boomers, she has built the online community for over 60s by listening carefully to the issues and seeking out answers, insights and information for over 60s throughout Australia. Rebecca is an experienced marketer, a trained journalist and has a degree in politics. A mother of 3, she passionately facilitates and leads our over 60s community, bringing the community opinions, needs and interests to the fore and making Starts at Sixty a fun place to be.

The junk the kids left behind that you can't throw away

Ever felt like you really want to downsize but there is a house full of crap, memories and “special things”...

Making death more affordable, and much more personal

“Just bury me under the back tree in a cardboard box”. Ever heard this said by a loved one in...

The ultimate home-made, streak-free, chemical-free household cleaner

This fantastic home remedy is a particular favourite among the Starts at 60 community. It can adapt to almost any...

Your giant guide to living frugally in retirement

Living a thrifty life on the pension often isn’t a choice, it’s a lifestyle many are obligated to. Millions of Australian seniors...

Buying a house in 1973 versus today: A huge contrast

Remember back to your first home purchase? To the time when you bought a piece of land and a nice...

New data shows frightening reliance on 'The Bank of Mum and Dad'

When Boomers were young, a first home was bought for anywhere between $10,000 and $50,000, getting a homeowner on the...

BREAKING NEWS: A third royal baby

In breaking news, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have just announced via Twitter that the Duchess is expecting a...

What 1972 hit was Rod Stewart's first ever number one?

Today's nostalgic moment takes us back to the 2nd of September 1972 when Rod Stewart achieved his first ever number one hit. ...

Really big speedbumps on the road of getting to Media Brand of the Year

On Thursday night, Starts at 60 was awarded Media Brand of the Year for 2017 at the Mumbrella Awards,...

Reuse your old doilies with these clever ideas

A few years ago, my family embarked on the mission of clearing out my great aunt’s home after she moved...

Is your loyalty truly valued by companies?

At sixty, many have been loyal to their chosen institutions like banks and telcos for many years. Some of...

Is your loyalty to large companies really respected? Take our poll

At sixty, many have been loyal to their chosen institutions like banks and telcos for many years. Some of...

11 ways to save money while on the pension

It can be hard when you’re on a pension to see people your own age having fabulous trips and travelling...

Cassie Sainsbury is expected to confess ahead of family's sold media stories hitting

Cassie Sainsbury is expected to confess to acting as cocaine mule before her case faces sentencing following tell all TV confessions. ...

Prince William as a wedding attendant at a similar age to Prince George today

So very very cute. And what a 1986 outfit! ...

Instagram craziness over 'avolattes' in Melbourne

“What has the world come to?” Well, in keeping you up to date on that question we felt obliged to...

Amazing 115-year-old rhododendron in full bloom

"It's the size of a small house!" ...

Simple tip to help you do up a bracelet on your own

It seems like a simple tip, but it’s a really useful one. Ever been stuck on your own trying to...

AMA takes a powerful stance on same-sex marriage

The AMA have come out kicking today, taking a powerful stance on same-sex marriage. The nation’s major medical group has...

Painting sold for $149M in New York sets American record

A record price has been set for an American artist at an auction yesterday and it has the world talking....

Should a coffee and a tea cost the same amount?

Are tea drinkers disadvantaged in our coffee-driven society? Are we being overcharged and under-serviced? Bernard Salt, one of Australia’s pre-eminent...