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New Zealand tsunami warning downgraded as largest waves pass

It's now safe to return home, however, residents have been told to steer clear of the beach.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Celebrity

Upstairs, Downstairs actress Nicola Pagett dies aged 75

Another icon lost to a terrible illness.

Written byAnna Wall

Nicola Pagett has died aged 75. Source: Talking Pictures TV Twitter

Retirement Income

Retirees hit as cost of living rises again

Costs may be going up, but new research says Aussie retirees are doing better than ever.

Written byAnna Wall

The cost of domestic travel rose due to the reopening of borders and an increase in demand post pandemic. Source: Getty

Royals

Most explosive clip yet! Meghan tells Oprah royals spread lies about her

All bets are off! The duchess has openly voiced her disdain for the royal family.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Harry and Meghan's tell-all chat with the Oprah Winfrey will air on Sunday, March 7 in the US. Source: CBS/YouTube.

Entertainment

Roll up, roll up! These top films are at the cinema right now

From Liam Neeson to Susan Sarandon, Sam Neill, Jacki Weaver and Frances McDormand, there's a star-studded line-up of films out now! Here are six of the best.

Written byHilary Board

Sam Neill, Susan Sarandon and Rainn Wilson attend the premier for their film 'Blackbird', out now. Source: Getty

Essential Reads

Retirement Income

Retirees hit as cost of living rises again

by Anna Wall

News

The biggest vaccine myths debunked

by Dr Ross Walker

Experts

When the numbers lie: Analysis shows retirees DON’T hoard their super

by Jim Bonham

Experts

Thinking positive: Scientists gaining good results for brain cancer

by Dr Ross Walker

Joke of the day

Riddle: The Japanese ship captain

Get your thinking cap on, it's riddle time! Show me the full joke

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There will always be people who are anti-vaxxers, and even more people who are “vaccine hesitant”. Source: Getty

News

The biggest vaccine myths debunked

There are some crazy theories doing the rounds! Dr Ross Walker takes a look at some of the more common vaccination myths.

Health ExpertDr Ross Walker

News

Penny pinch: Experts warn cost of meat set to soar

If you've been thinking about adding more veggies to your diet, now is the time!

Written byAnna Wall

Aussie meat prices are set to rise. Source: Getty

Celebrity

‘Vaccine, vaccine!’ Dolly Parton bursts into song as she receives Covid jab

You gotta love Dolly!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Dolly Parton is the latest celebrity to publicly encourage others to get the Covid jab. Source: Dolly Parton/Instagram.

Crime

Top scientists call for convicted child killer Kathleen Folbigg’s release

New genetic evidence has cast doubt over the mother's guilt, prompting calls for her freedom.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Kathleen Folbigg has remained behind bars since 2003 after being convicted of murdering three of her children and the manslaughter of another. Source: ABC/Australian Story and YouTube/ 60 Minutes Australia

Tips

Amazing birthday party ideas for your 60s and beyond

There ain't no party like an over-60s party!

Written byMeagan Lawrence

Getting older is inevitable but growing up is optional. Party hard! Source: Getty

From our community

Bloggers

‘Escaping the classroom: My memories of high school sports in the ’60s’

by Julie Grenness

Bloggers

‘The problem with logic is that it inevitably fails us’

by Brian Lee

Bloggers

‘Gerald Stone: The joys of breaking news ground with the legendary newsman’

by Andris Heks

Bloggers

‘My record collections were more important than Marie Kondo when I downsized’

by May Green

Bloggers

‘From astronauts to zoologists: Remember what you wanted to be when you grew up?’

by Debra Trayler

Recipe of the day

Old-fashioned apple crumble

Whip up this classic dessert. It's so easy! Show me the recipe

Expert contributors

Money ExpertJim KilkennyThe Financial Services and Investment Veteran

Health ExpertDr Ross WalkerThe Healthy Living Guru

Money ExpertNoel WhittakerThe Financial Wizard of Oz

Health ExpertKusal GoonewardenaThe Active Living Coach

Money ExpertNick BruiningThe Retirement Income Expert

PROPERTY EXPERTRachel LaneThe Retirement Living and Aged Care Guru

Money ExpertBrian HerdThe Elder Law Legal Eagle

The latest Money & Health News

The needs of ageing parents is a crucial topic that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Source: Getty

Aged care

How to rescue your retirement from the ageing parent trap

Brian shares 10 tips to help you prepare for your ageing family's future and avoid destructive disputes, so your retirement has more calm and less chaos.

Money ExpertBrian Herd

Estate planning

How to spot when elderly loved ones are being manipulated for financial gain

Leigh Adams reveals the early warning signs a family member may be trying to unfairly access more of an estate and how to stop this in its tracks.

Money ExpertLeigh Adams

It's better to identify a potential problem early and nip it in the bud before it's too late. Source: Getty

Retirement Income

‘If I’m in a tough spot financially, is it smart to move to an income stream?’

"Creating a super income stream because you 'need' to isn't always the right approach."

Money ExpertJim Kilkenny

This reader wants to know if it's better for his overall financials to drip feed his super into his pocket rather than take it out in a lump sum. Source: Getty.

Aged care

5 key considerations when researching residential aged care in 2021

"There is probably no other industry in Australia that has such a confusing array of jargon, acronyms and nuances."

Money ExpertRodney Horin

The aged care system can be a maze. Here's how to know if you're doing it right. Source: Getty.

Experts

Start the day right: 5 stretches to do in the morning

Waking up stiff isn't always a good thing. These stretches will help!

Health ExpertKusal Goonewardena

Taking some time to stretch each morning helps you start the day with more energy. Source: Getty.

Inspiring Travel

Local hotspots

Top 5 Australian bucket list locations for 2021 revealed

by Jocelyn Nickels

Travel

Take the paddlewheeler down the ‘Mighty Murray’

by Jocelyn Nickels

Travel

Tasmania: A nature-lover’s paradise and history buff’s library

by Jocelyn Nickels

Travel bloggers

‘Wonderful Winton: Exploring one of Australia’s treasured outback towns’

by Karen O'Brien-Hall

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