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Bouts of nostalgia abound for our March 2025 community trivia event

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What was your favourite sweet growing up? Source: Getty Images.

Take a sweet trip back in time with these deliciously iconic treats from the 1950s

Take a sweet trip back in time with these deliciously iconic treats from the 1950s

Embark on a tasty journey with Starts at 60 as we savour the sweet flavours of the 1950s and relive those beloved treats from the past.

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Looking back 50 years ago – March 1975

Looking back 50 years ago – March 1975

March 1975 was a month of significant historical events, both in Australia and around the world. From cultural milestones to political shifts and technological breakthroughs, these events helped shape the course of history.

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The top entertainment picks to enjoy this March

The top entertainment picks to enjoy this March

A mix of drama, satire, and true crime: My TV lineup is packed. Here’s what I’m watching this month.

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The schoolyard games of our youth – A fond reminiscence

The schoolyard games of our youth – A fond reminiscence

Memory can be a fickle mistress, yet the passage of decades has thus far failed to dim the joyful recollection of the games we played during the breaks in our school day.

Tom Robinson had a writing epiphany while reviewing a 1967 concert by the Doors. (Source: AP PHOTO)

American novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92

American novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92

Though no cause of death has been revealed as of yet, the author's final wishes echo a legacy of written works dedicated to a single mission of serious playfulness.

This 1976 rental ad will make you long for the good old days. Source: Getty Images.

Step back in time: 1970s rental listing sparks nostalgia for a simpler era

Step back in time: 1970s rental listing sparks nostalgia for a simpler era

At a time when rental costs are skyrocketing, a blast from the past has emerged, taking us back to the good old days when renting a home didn't break the bank.

Looking back 50 years ago – February 1975

Looking back 50 years ago – February 1975

Looking back 50 years ago – February 1975

February 1975 was a month of profound change and cultural significance, particularly in Australia. From Gough Whitlam’s political struggles to the rise of Countdown and the debut album of AC/DC’s High Voltage, the nation was alive with energy and transformation.

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Our first monthly community trivia of 2025 starts off strong with the Australian singers of yesteryear

Our first monthly community trivia of 2025 starts off strong with the Australian singers of yesteryear

We've gone all the way back to the fifties for a blast from the past!

How many of these sayings did you use that would surely leave kids these days stumped? Source: Getty Images.

Take a journey back in time with these nostalgic Aussie sayings

Take a journey back in time with these nostalgic Aussie sayings

These nostalgic Aussie sayings will make you 'carry on like a pork chop' and transport you back in time.

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Revisiting the iconic makeup trends of the 60s and 70s!

Revisiting the iconic makeup trends of the 60s and 70s!

Did you rock a bold red lip, layers of eyeshadow, winged eyeliner, or pink blush? Let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit those fun days!

Reminiscing this month 50 years ago (Image generated with the assistance of OpenAI's DALL·E)

Looking back 50 years ago – January 1975

Looking back 50 years ago – January 1975

Happy New Year 1975! Halfway through this iconic decade was marked by a series of significant cultural, political, and technological events that left a lasting impact on Australia and the global stage.

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Remember the mode of transport we used to visit our friends in our youth?

Remember the mode of transport we used to visit our friends in our youth?

Despite the popularity of motor vehicles there was no getting mum and dad to drop us off at our friends houses, let alone to school or anywhere else! So the bicycle it was.

What are some of your favourite memories from your younger days? Source: Getty Images.

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 gives us the chance to relive cherished memories and appreciate the experiences that have shaped us into who we are now.

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The top entertainment picks to enjoy this January

The top entertainment picks to enjoy this January

As we retreat indoors during hot afternoons, finding inspiring viewing can be tricky. My picks this month have been hit or miss, but I’ve got a couple of enjoyable options to share.

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