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Maintain strong connections, both in person and online this festive season. Image source: Getty

Tech

How important is connection to you this holiday season?

Maintain strong connections, both in person and online this festive season with a reliable internet connection.

Written bynbn

Crafts

‘Presents without big price tags’: An insider’s guide to making your own gifts this Christmas

Give friends and family members something "full of love and good intentions" this year.

Written byRhonda Hetzel

There's nothing more meaningful than a homemade gift. Source: Getty Images.

Relationships

‘Facing a new life’: Navigating the emotional turmoil of grey divorce

In an effort to help over 60s navigate the emotional turmoil and uncertainty of divorce later in life, Starts at 60 sought advice from the experts who provided insight on how to heal and rebuild from what can often be a difficult life event.

Written byMatthew Hart

Having to face the end of a long-term marriage and such a dramatic change in one's life can be a daunting and challenging prospect. Source: Getty Images.

Style

5 Summer styles every woman can rock this season, no matter their age

Starts at 60 spoke to a fashion expert to get her thoughts on the Summer style trends that will keep you cool, comfortable, and fashionable this season.

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Style

The best fashion advice for women in their 60s: How to dress fabulously without looking like mutton dressed as lamb

To help you get out of your fashion funk, we have some inside tips for looking youthful in your 60s and beyond - without overdoing it!

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Top tips for looking your best. Source: Getty

Food

Scone debate settled: Afternoon tea expert settles scone debate once and for all

65-year-old afternoon tea expert Jane Malyon has come out to officially put the debate to rest.

Ysabelle AlesnaYsabelle Alesna

Afternoon tea expert confirms that cream should go on a scone first. Source: Getty

Lifestyle

The most spectacular gardens to stroll through this Spring

Starts at 60 have handpicked a super selection of Australian botanic gardens complete with fascinating finds.

Ysabelle AlesnaYsabelle Alesna

The Palm House at Adelaide Botanic Garden is stunning. Source: Getty

Home

What you need to know about air fryers: Are they worth it and how to choose the right one

Air fryers took the kitchen appliance world by storm, with many claiming the gadget has been a game changer to step up your homemade cooking skills. Are you on the fence about buying an air fryer, or do you already have one?

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Air fryers are a convenient addition to the kitchen. Source: Getty

Grandparenting

‘I feel so guilty’: Gran opens up on pain of living hours away from grandkids

by Starts at 60 Writers

Becoming a grandparent

Grandparent carers: What payments are available?

by Jocelyn Nickels

Grandparenting

Grandkids say the darndest things

by Calista Bruschi

Grandparenting

‘We don’t get enough credit’: Grandparents feel undervalued and unappreciated

by Jocelyn Nickels

Bloggers

‘Forget the latest gadgets, these are the skills our grandchildren need’

by Jenny Lockhart

Latest Recipes

You don't have to feel guilty about enjoying this fudge! Source: Getty.

Recipes

Better for you peanut butter fudge

Not only is it a healthier option, but it uses just four ingredients and can be whipped up in under 30 minutes!

Recipes

Incredible apple, sultana and cinnamon scones

These scones are a delicious take on the classic recipe with a flavour that'll have people coming back for seconds every time!

The tastiest option for every guest! 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!

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

Recipes

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.

Recipes

Hearty pork and pumpkin sausage rolls

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

Grey Nomadding

Driving & Caravanning

Holidays are back! Here’s the caravan park rules you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Driving & Caravanning

Planning an Aussie adventure? 7 top tips for road tripping post Covid-19

by Jocelyn Nickels

Driving & Caravanning

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

The Princess of Wales during a Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace. Source: Getty

Royals

The Princess of Wales looks every bit the future Queen she is at Diplomatic Reception

The Princess of Wales attended the annual Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace looking every bit the future Queen that she is in a jaw-dropping gown and tiara.

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Celebrity

‘It wasn’t going to end well’: Grant Denyer reflects on his shocking health crisis

Although television presenter Grant Denyer is usually a ball of energy during his on air appearances, the 45 year old recently revealed that his hectic work schedule left him in "an absolute heap" and facing a serious health crisis.

Written byMatthew Hart

Grant Denyer recently revealed that his intense work schedule and busy lifestyle eventually caught up with him. Source: Getty Images.

Health

The common treatment that could cause ‘significant progression’ of osteoarthritis

The use of corticosteroid injections to relieve the pain of osteoarthritis in the knee has come under the microscope after researchers found that the common treatment method was linked to "significant progression" of the disease.

Written byMatthew Hart

Researchers found that participants who received corticosteroid knee injections experienced increased progression of osteoarthritis in the knee. Source: Getty Images.

News

RBA hikes interest rates for the eighth time: What it means for seniors

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has raised interest rates for the eighth time in a row to 3.1 per cent in a bid to combat inflation. So, what does it mean for seniors?

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

What does the latest interest rate rise mean for seniors? Source: Getty

Royals

Piers Morgan left ‘traumatised’ after being ‘exploited’ in Harry and Meghan doco

British media personality Piers Morgan is back on the attack, venting his frustration at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle once again regarding the trailer for their documentary.

Written byMatthew Hart

Much to Morgan's displeasure, the trailer used one of his soundbites in which he discusses Harry and Meghan, a move he claims has left him "traumatised". Source: Netflix/ Getty Images.

Celebrity

Rep reveals Kirstie Alley’s secret health battle that led to her shocking death

A representative for the late Cheers actress Kirstie Alley has revealed the 71-year-old star had secretly battled colon cancer leading up to her death on Monday, December 5.

Elissa NapierElissa Napier

Kirstie Alley's rep has revealed the star suffered from colon cancer. Source: Getty

Celebrity

John Travolta’s heart wrenching message following the sudden death of Kirstie Alley

John Travolta was among the first to honour the late Kirstie Alley, taking to Instagram to share a throwback photo of the pair smiling at each other, alongside a poignant message.

Written byMatthew Hart

John Travolta was among the first to honour the late Kirstie Alley. Source: Getty Images.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Tech

How important is connection to you this holiday season?

‘Presents without big price tags’: An insider’s guide to making your own gifts this Christmas

‘Presents without big price tags’: An insider’s guide to making your own gifts this Christmas

‘Facing a new life’: Navigating the emotional turmoil of grey divorce

‘Facing a new life’: Navigating the emotional turmoil of grey divorce

5 Summer styles every woman can rock this season, no matter their age

5 Summer styles every woman can rock this season, no matter their age

The best fashion advice for women in their 60s: How to dress fabulously without looking like mutton dressed as lamb

The best fashion advice for women in their 60s: How to dress fabulously without looking like mutton dressed as lamb

Scone debate settled: Afternoon tea expert settles scone debate once and for all

Scone debate settled: Afternoon tea expert settles scone debate once and for all

The most spectacular gardens to stroll through this Spring

The most spectacular gardens to stroll through this Spring

What you need to know about air fryers: Are they worth it and how to choose the right one

What you need to know about air fryers: Are they worth it and how to choose the right one

Grandparenting

‘I feel so guilty’: Gran opens up on pain of living hours away from grandkids

by Starts at 60 Writers

Grandparent carers: What payments are available?

by Jocelyn Nickels

Grandkids say the darndest things

by Calista Bruschi

‘We don’t get enough credit’: Grandparents feel undervalued and unappreciated

by Jocelyn Nickels

‘Forget the latest gadgets, these are the skills our grandchildren need’

by Jenny Lockhart

Latest Recipes

Recipes

Better for you peanut butter fudge

Incredible apple, sultana and cinnamon scones

Incredible apple, sultana and cinnamon scones

Slow-cooked tender lemon chicken

Slow-cooked tender lemon chicken

Tasty pumpkin risotto

Tasty pumpkin risotto

Hearty pork and pumpkin sausage rolls

Hearty pork and pumpkin sausage rolls

Grey Nomadding

Holidays are back! Here’s the caravan park rules you need to know

by Jocelyn Nickels

Planning an Aussie adventure? 7 top tips for road tripping post Covid-19

by Jocelyn Nickels

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Royals

The Princess of Wales looks every bit the future Queen she is at Diplomatic Reception

‘It wasn’t going to end well’: Grant Denyer reflects on his shocking health crisis

‘It wasn’t going to end well’: Grant Denyer reflects on his shocking health crisis

The common treatment that could cause ‘significant progression’ of osteoarthritis

The common treatment that could cause ‘significant progression’ of osteoarthritis

RBA hikes interest rates for the eighth time: What it means for seniors

RBA hikes interest rates for the eighth time: What it means for seniors

Piers Morgan left ‘traumatised’ after being ‘exploited’ in Harry and Meghan doco

Piers Morgan left ‘traumatised’ after being ‘exploited’ in Harry and Meghan doco

Rep reveals Kirstie Alley’s secret health battle that led to her shocking death

Rep reveals Kirstie Alley’s secret health battle that led to her shocking death

John Travolta’s heart wrenching message following the sudden death of Kirstie Alley

John Travolta’s heart wrenching message following the sudden death of Kirstie Alley

Daily Jokes

Daily Joke: Jack woke up from a big night of drinking

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: A man made his way to the World Cup Final

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: Two men needed some wood

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: Dave tells his boss that he knows everyone

by Rachael Rosel

Daily Joke: A chicken walked into a library

by Jocelyn Nickels

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