Age Pension

Christmas comes early for pensioners following $4000 work bonus

From Thursday, December 1, those on the Age Pension are able to earn more income from working without reducing their pension payments.

Health

'Historic moment for dementia research’: Breakthrough new drug proven to slow cognitive decline

In a world first, groundbreaking research has shown positive signs in decreasing the rate of cognitive decline among Alzheimer's patients.

News

Fans mourn the death of 'one of a kind' Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie

The music community have joined fans in mourning the passing of "revered musician", Christine McVie, who passed away at the age of 79.

Media

Celebrity

‘I adore you’: Larry Emdur delivers touching anniversary tribute to wife

Television personality Larry Emdur has delivered a heartwarming message to his wife in celebration of their 28th wedding anniversary.

Written byMatthew Hart

Jane Fonda reveals her ‘big fear’ is dying with ‘a lot of regrets’ as she battles cancer

Hollywood actress Jane Fonda has opened up about her life and that her greatest fear is dying with "a lot of regrets", her recent comments coming as she continues her battle with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

Written byMatthew Hart

The veteran actress' comments come after she recently revealed to her fans, on September 2, that she had been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and as she continues her battle against the disease. Source: Getty Images.

‘Christmas tree syndrome’: Experts warn of the hidden dangers lurking this festive season

Christmas is often described as the most wonderful time of the year, but as people across the globe prepare themselves for the festive season and begin putting up their Christmas trees, experts are warning people to be aware of Christmas Tree Syndrome.

Written byMatthew Hart

The nasty reaction is not only confined to real Christmas trees with the fake variety also potentially causing problems. Source: Getty Images.

‘I’d love to go back’: Johnny Ruffo signals a return to Summer Bay

Former Home and Away star, Johnny Ruffo, has revealed he would love to return to Summer Bay as fan-favourite Chris Harrington on the popular soap series.

Written byMatthew Hart

Group tours: See the world and make new friends

Travel is a wondrous thing - but you know what's better? Getting to experience it with like-minded people!

Acclaimed actress Charlotte Rampling reveals she’s ‘fascinated’ with ageing gracefully

Swinging sixties icon, Charlotte Rampling, has opened up about ageing gracefully while revealing her stance against getting plastic surgery to look younger.

Written byMatthew Hart

‘Inspirations to all Australians’: Shane Warne bestowed prestigious sporting honour

The late cricket legend, Shane Warne, has joined the likes of Sir Donald Bradman and Dennis Lillee after it was announced that the King of Spin will be granted "Legend status" in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

Written byMatthew Hart

Shane Warne's legend status is well earned given his impressive sporting achievements on the cricket pitch throughout his professional career. Source: Getty Images.

Rugby League legend and ‘Godfather of Gold Coast Titans’ Paul Broughton dies, age 91

Following an esteemed career as a player, coach and after earning the title of the "Godfather of Gold Coast Rugby League", Paul Broughton OAM has passed away at the age of 91 on Saturday, December 3.

Written byMatthew Hart

Broughton's greatest achievement was the vital role he played in the establishment of the Gold Coast Titans. Source: NRL Media.

It’s time we had a talk about death

Having 'the talk' about death is a vital conversation to help those dealing with the last stages of life and dealing with grief and loss.

Over-60s share their tips on navigating the newfound freedom retirement brings

There are many outdated beliefs and misconceptions surrounding retirement, with many holding the belief that retirement means sitting around and wasting away.

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Retirees give their tips for staying busy in retirement. Source: Getty

Prince William and Prince Harry put their differences aside to honour late friend’s ‘legacy’

Although Prince William and Prince Harry have seemingly been at odds over the last few years, the brothers put their ongoing feud on the back burner recently to honour their late friend.

Written byMatthew Hart

It appears Prince William and Prince Harry are able to put their differences aside when it matters, despite their ongoing feud. Source: Getty Images.

Let’s play the generational Blame Game

by David Wilson

Bloggers

Nasty nuns and bad habits

by Karen Jones

Bloggers

Sassy at seventy: The woes of being a ‘stuff’ keeper

by Sandy Curtis

Bloggers

Billy carts, bruises and broken legs

by Karen Jones

Bloggers

What not to say and do to a senior

by Mary McGrath

Daily Joke

Daily Joke: A Kiwi on a deserted island

A Kiwi was washed up on a beach after a terrible shipwreck... Show me the full joke

Stories from The Lab

Helpful articles on style, health, lifestyle and home, packed with solutions just for over-60s.

Beauty

Why you should add vitamin C to your skincare routine

The powerful ingredient promises an array of benefits, such as brighter and evenly-toned skin.

Written byStarts at 60 Writers

Food And Liquor

The handiest home gadgets for quick household solutions

You'll be wishing you found out about these 5 brilliant household inventions way before now.

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Style

Timeless fashion style tips for women over 60

Here are some style suggestions for women over 60 who are looking for tips on how to dress stylishly at any age.

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News

Aussies warned of an expensive Christmas as cost of living pressure impacts the festive season

Australians are being warned to prepare for an expensive Christmas this year, as the impact of the rising cost of living makes it mark felt on the festive season.

Written byMatthew Hart

Daily aspirin intake linked to increased risk of serious falls among older adults

The fear of injury from a fall can contribute to a hesitancy by older people in taking their prescribed blood thinners, latest research has now been released in support of the idea, with findings suggesting that severe falls can increase with the daily intake of aspirin.

Ysabelle AlesnaYsabelle Alesna

Low-dose daily aspirin can increase the odds of severe falls for those over 70. Source: Getty

‘A historic moment for dementia research’: Breakthrough new drug proven to slow cognitive decline

In a world first, groundbreaking research has shown positive signs in decreasing the rate of cognitive decline among Alzheimer's patients.

Written byMatthew Hart

‘I hope my brain hasn’t shrunk too much yet’

"We all know ongoing stress is not good and I thrived on it during my working world, but as a retiree, I question why?" This blogger read a study about stress' effect on the brain in age and gives her thoughts on reducing life's worries.

Written byRuth Greening

Eliminating stress important in maintaining cognitive function. Source: Getty

Adding more vitamin K to your diet could lower your bone fracture risk

Bone fracture prevention plays a large role in our health as we age, as a broken bone can be a debilitating event and can result in disability, lowered independence, and increase a person's mortality risk.

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

$Vitamin K could lower your fracture risk. Source: Getty$

The surprisingly simple tool being used for falls prevention

Falling over is never something we want to experience, and as we age, preventing and minimizing your fall risk is such an important aspect of looking after your health. And now, researchers have identified and easy and accessible way to predict your fall risk.

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Researcher's say pedometers can be used for falls prevention. Source: Getty

Pensioners offered further incentives to downsize their home

Pensioners have been provided with further incentives to downsize their homes to enhance "their retirement lifestyle" while freeing up housing stock for younger families.

Written byMatthew Hart

The move was met with mostly criticism on social media with many questioning the benefits for pensioners. Source: Getty Images.

Tom Hanks is the grumpiest man alive in ‘A Man Called Otto’

Tom Hanks is back on the big screen with a #1 New York Times bestseller book adaptation.

Written bySony Pictures

Award-winning actor Tom Hanks is back with another book adaptation. Source: Supplied

That old canvas smell of camping

This nostalgia expert remembers what it was like going on family camping trips with canvas tents instead of the modern nylon tents we have these days. Did your family have a camping tradition when growing up?

Written byPam Van Der Kooy

Scientifically proven ways to reduce fluid retention

Fluid retention happens when there is a problem with the body’s mechanisms for regulating and maintaining fluid levels, usually experienced fingers, feet, ankles, and the face. Here's 6 tips from an expert to reduce fluid retention in your body.

Madeline CalfasMadeline Calfas

How to reduce fluid retention. Source: Getty

From the Retirement Guide

Driving & Caravanning

The grey nomad lifestyle: Caravan tips and tricks you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Considering a Retirement Village

Downsize with confidence: retirement living expert shares top tips

by Mark Bindon

Considering a Retirement Village

Avoiding loneliness and isolation in retirement

by Oak Tree Group

Preparing your estate plan

Estate Planning – what you own, what you don’t and what you need to consider

by Susan Bonnici

Experts

Five fuss-free tips for selling the family home

by Teresa Nelson

Tempting Recipes

Comforting beef and pasta ragu

Tuck into a serve of this hearty classic, with slow cooked tender beef and the most delicious ragu sauce. See the recipe here

Expert contributors

Money ExpertRodney HorinThe Wealth and Aged Care Specialist

Estate Planning SolicitorSusan Bonnici

Money ExpertNoel WhittakerThe Financial Wizard of Oz

Health ExpertDr Ross WalkerThe Healthy Living Guru

Written byPennie McCoy

The Retirement Guide

Our new retirement guide puts the needs and wants of modern, digital savvy over-60s on the table and helps you navigate the problem, solutions and things you need to know as you approach and go on your retirement journey.

Considering a Retirement Village

All the important information you need when considering moving to a Retirement Village.

Creating a Retirement Plan

Getting ready to retire? We’ve put together some helpful information to help guide your retirement planning.

Preparing your Estate Plan

A helpful resource centre to guide your Estate Planning process ensuring that your assets will be distributed to the right people.

Visit the Retirement Guide

Light and tasty

Jokes, recipes and fun on Starts at 60 daily

Everyone will instantly fall in love with this tasty dish! Source: Getty.

Recipes

Slow-cooked tender lemon chicken

If delicious, succulent chicken in a perfectly balanced lemon sauce is your kind of thing, this is the recipe for you!

Daily Joke: The first reindeer seen in a bar

One evening, in a busy lounge in the deep south, a reindeer walked in the door...

Tasty pumpkin risotto

You can't beat a good creamy risotto dish and this pumpkin version not only has a delicious flavour, but it's also packed full of good vitamins and antioxidants.

This tasty dinner option will be a hit with the whole family. Source: Getty.

Daily Joke: A car for Christmas

Danny had recently passed his driving test and decided to ask his clergyman father if there was any chance of him getting a car for Christmas...

Hearty pork and pumpkin sausage rolls

With mashed pumpkin, cumin and coriander, these are much more exciting than the average beef sausage rolls.

Travel inspiration

Going grey nomadding

Grey Nomads: 5 travel tips for life on the road

by Ysabelle Alesna

Driving & Caravanning

Grey Nomads share their top must-visit winter migration destinations

by Ysabelle Alesna

Going grey nomadding

The different jobs Grey Nomads can do while living on the road

by Ysabelle Alesna

Local hotspots

Arnhem Land: a wild, magical, untouched part of Australia

by Starts at 60 Writers

Travel

Top 10 getaways to escape the winter chill

by Elissa Napier

Sudoku, Trivia and Crosswords

Fresh Sudoku, crosswords and trivia every day from some of the world's leading game makers

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Fresh Sudoku puzzles every day

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Crosswords

New crosswords daily

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Trivia

New trivia quizzes daily

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Upcoming Starts at 60 Meetups

Starts at 60 Meetups are hosted by volunteers monthly. Events are hosted in public coffee shops and venues in all states of Australia. Find one near you by searching below or visit our page on Starts at 60 Meetups.

Christmas comes early for pensioners following $4000 work bonus

'Historic moment for dementia research’: Breakthrough new drug proven to slow cognitive decline

Fans mourn the death of 'one of a kind' Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie

Media

Celebrity

‘I adore you’: Larry Emdur delivers touching anniversary tribute to wife

Jane Fonda reveals her ‘big fear’ is dying with ‘a lot of regrets’ as she battles cancer

Jane Fonda reveals her ‘big fear’ is dying with ‘a lot of regrets’ as she battles cancer

‘Christmas tree syndrome’: Experts warn of the hidden dangers lurking this festive season

‘Christmas tree syndrome’: Experts warn of the hidden dangers lurking this festive season

‘I’d love to go back’: Johnny Ruffo signals a return to Summer Bay

‘I’d love to go back’: Johnny Ruffo signals a return to Summer Bay

Group tours: See the world and make new friends

Group tours: See the world and make new friends

Acclaimed actress Charlotte Rampling reveals she’s ‘fascinated’ with ageing gracefully

Acclaimed actress Charlotte Rampling reveals she’s ‘fascinated’ with ageing gracefully

‘Inspirations to all Australians’: Shane Warne bestowed prestigious sporting honour

‘Inspirations to all Australians’: Shane Warne bestowed prestigious sporting honour

Rugby League legend and ‘Godfather of Gold Coast Titans’ Paul Broughton dies, age 91

Rugby League legend and ‘Godfather of Gold Coast Titans’ Paul Broughton dies, age 91

It’s time we had a talk about death

It’s time we had a talk about death

Over-60s share their tips on navigating the newfound freedom retirement brings

Over-60s share their tips on navigating the newfound freedom retirement brings

Prince William and Prince Harry put their differences aside to honour late friend’s ‘legacy’

Prince William and Prince Harry put their differences aside to honour late friend’s ‘legacy’

The world bids farewell to Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie

The world bids farewell to Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie

Ash Barty and Nick Kyrgios vie for prestigious tennis honour

Ash Barty and Nick Kyrgios vie for prestigious tennis honour

From our Community

Let’s play the generational Blame Game

by David Wilson

Nasty nuns and bad habits

by Karen Jones

Sassy at seventy: The woes of being a ‘stuff’ keeper

by Sandy Curtis

Billy carts, bruises and broken legs

by Karen Jones

What not to say and do to a senior

by Mary McGrath

Daily Joke

Daily Joke: A Kiwi on a deserted island

Stories from The Lab

Helpful articles on style, health, lifestyle and home, packed with solutions just for over-60s.

Why you should add vitamin C to your skincare routine

The handiest home gadgets for quick household solutions

Timeless fashion style tips for women over 60

News

Aussies warned of an expensive Christmas as cost of living pressure impacts the festive season

Daily aspirin intake linked to increased risk of serious falls among older adults

Daily aspirin intake linked to increased risk of serious falls among older adults

‘A historic moment for dementia research’: Breakthrough new drug proven to slow cognitive decline

‘A historic moment for dementia research’: Breakthrough new drug proven to slow cognitive decline

‘I hope my brain hasn’t shrunk too much yet’

‘I hope my brain hasn’t shrunk too much yet’

Adding more vitamin K to your diet could lower your bone fracture risk

Adding more vitamin K to your diet could lower your bone fracture risk

The surprisingly simple tool being used for falls prevention

The surprisingly simple tool being used for falls prevention

Pensioners offered further incentives to downsize their home

Pensioners offered further incentives to downsize their home

Tom Hanks is the grumpiest man alive in ‘A Man Called Otto’

Tom Hanks is the grumpiest man alive in ‘A Man Called Otto’

That old canvas smell of camping

That old canvas smell of camping

Scientifically proven ways to reduce fluid retention

Scientifically proven ways to reduce fluid retention

From the Retirement Guide

The grey nomad lifestyle: Caravan tips and tricks you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Downsize with confidence: retirement living expert shares top tips

by Mark Bindon

Avoiding loneliness and isolation in retirement

by Oak Tree Group

Estate Planning – what you own, what you don’t and what you need to consider

by Susan Bonnici

Five fuss-free tips for selling the family home

by Teresa Nelson

Tempting Recipes