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The zoological wonders of childhood – ant farms, tadpoles, bug catchers and the mystery of Sea-Monkeys
Jim Schembri
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The nostalgic delights that make us smile
The nostalgic delights that make us smile
From Neapolitan ice-cream tales to the sweet scent of talcum powder, join our Starts at 60 blogger on a journey down memory lane.
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The old-school Aussie phrases that have vanished from our vocabulary
The old-school Aussie phrases that have vanished from our vocabulary
There are some phrases and words from years ago that have simply vanished from today's vocabulary.
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Why dating was completely different in the 1960s
Why dating was completely different in the 1960s
Today modern daters have endless avenues to meet potential partners online. The '60s were another story.
Entertainment
Remember why Elvis was investigated by police in 1957?
Remember why Elvis was investigated by police in 1957?
It was nothing compared to what you see singers get up to today.
Entertainment
Flashback: Noni Hazlehurst on ‘A Place to Call Home’ and the best thing about ageing
Flashback: Noni Hazlehurst on ‘A Place to Call Home’ and the best thing about ageing
"One of the few benefits of getting older: you care less and less about what people think."
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First home adventures
First home adventures
Take a nostalgic trip with our Starts at 60 blogger as he reminisce about the early days of homeownership, from budget land deals on Brisbane's outskirts to quirky DIY mishaps.
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A trip down memory lane: Over 60s reflect on the ‘good old days’
A trip down memory lane: Over 60s reflect on the ‘good old days’
Reflecting on the good old days offers us the opportunity to revisit fond memories and appreciate the experiences that shaped us into who we are today.
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The bridesmaid dresses that haunt our pasts
The bridesmaid dresses that haunt our pasts
There have been some extreme wedding fashions over the years - and bridesmaids have usually borne the brunt of it.
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A trip down memory lane: Celebrating the charm of the buffet restaurants of yesterday
A trip down memory lane: Celebrating the charm of the buffet restaurants of yesterday
Buffet restaurant were a glorious thing during the 80s and 90s. We loved taking our children and grandchildren there – it was a fun treat and great value.
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