Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Sophie, Countess of Wessex and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall pictured on day two of the Royal Ascot. Source: Getty

Royals

Royal Ascot: Sophie’s whimsical hat, Anne goes retro and Camilla keeps it simple

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, really amped up her look for day two.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Royals

Sophie, Zara, Anne and Camilla raise fashion stakes at Royal Ascot

Zara Tindall, who recently gave birth to a baby boy, pulled out all the fashion stops in a sweet polka-dot number.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Sophie Wessex and Zara Tindall led the glamour at the Royal Ascot race day on Tuesday. Source: Getty

News

Road rules or rude? Internet divided over cheeky young driver

This P-plater has learnt about road rage the hard way!

Written byAnna Wall

Footage of a young driver's cheeky merge (and then crash) has sparked debate on the internet, with people divided over who was really in the wrong. Source: Getty

Lifestyle

‘Everyone was desperate to leave’: Worst-ever dinner parties revealed

From angry spouses to unfed guests - there are myriad ways to ruin a dinner party, but these are seriously bad.

Written byAnna Wall

People have taken to the internet to share their worst ever dinner parties, and there are truely some shockers! Source: Getty

Grandparenting

‘My daughter doesn’t want my husband to be called grandpa’

"This is really breaking his heart, and mine."

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The grandmother explained that she and her husband have been married for nearly 16 years now, and her granddaughter is almost two. Source: Getty

Style

A trip down memory lane! Crochet is making a comeback

We knew being a world-class 'hooker' would pay off one day!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

English actress Francesca Ann sporting a crochet shawl in 1970. Source: Getty

Health issues

5 key ways to deal with feelings of loneliness and isolation

For Loneliness Awareness Week, Eric Chan takes us through the easy steps we can take to combat feelings of social isolation.

Health ExpertEric Chan

Local group fitness classes, such as tai chi in the park, are a great way to boost your mental and physical health and connect with people in your community. Source: Getty

Style

The new first ladies of fashion: Jill Biden and Carrie Johnson make waves

A statement-making blazer and a 1940s-inspired tea dress - we'll take one of each!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

US President Joe Biden and his wife Jill pictured with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his wife Carrie. 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

This delicious cake is also nut and dairy free! Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Sensational sugar-free blueberry coffee cake

This diabetic-friendly dessert is also nut and dairy free, so everyone can enjoy it!

Written byCalista Bruschi

Recipes

Golden, crispy lemon batter fish

The three steps ensure the batter properly attaches itself to the fish, and also protects the fish from the hot oil while sealing in moisture.

Written byCalista Bruschi

Beautifully golden and crispy, this lemon batter fish is perfect for a Friday night. Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Rich and comforting beef pho soup

This is a beautiful flavour-filled dish, with broth, rice noodles, herbs and meat.

Written byCalista Bruschi

This delicious beef pho soup can be prepared the night before for an enhanced flavour. Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Flavour-packed olive and tomato stuffed focaccia

Drizzled in olive oil, this stuffed focaccia is the perfect mid-morning or afternoon snack.

Written byCalista Bruschi

Delicious freshly baked focaccia sprinkled with rosemary. Yum! Source: Getty Images

Recipes

Sweet and tender caramelised onion tart

Some people enjoy them, others give them a wide berth. Done right, I think onions are all right.

Written byCalista Bruschi

This caramelised onion tart is sweet and tender. You'll really enjoy it! Source: Getty Images

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

Grey nomad tips: How to pack your caravan properly

by Jocelyn Nickels

Driving & Caravanning

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

This community member spending years navigating health issues and the home care package program. Source: Getty Images

Bloggers

Fool’s gold or a genuine helping hand? Navigating the home health care maze

It has been an interesting tale of government hoop-jumping (on mega steroids) with me and my family's constant query of 'why don't they believe us?’.

Written byRobyn McCoy

Celebrity

Smooch! Hugh Jackman recalls his first kiss

The Wolverine star didn't hold back on the details!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Hugh Jackman is taking a trip down memory lane. Source: Hugh Jackman/Instagram

Health issues

What is plantar fasciitis and how can I treat it?

This common ailment is not only painful but if left untreated can also cause a raft of other issues.

Ease the pain of plantar fasciitis with these treatments. Source: Getty

Health issues

Colds, flus and vaccines: Dr Ross Walker answers your top 5 questions

Did you know that one third of the common cold is one of the weaker coronaviruses? Fountain of knowledge, Ross Walker, fills us in on viral illnesses and the misconceptions.

Health ExpertDr Ross Walker

Although you can develop cold symptoms any time of the year, they are clearly much more common in the colder months. Source: Getty

News

‘Silly old bugger’, ‘seniors moment’ banned in ageism crackdown

Written byAnna Wall

Councils are cracking down on ageism and banning phrases that discriminate against the elderly. Source: YouTube/ EveryAGE Counts

Cruising

Cunard cancels Australia cruises due to Covid-19 border closures

Travel at 60s Chief Commercial Officer Wendy Harch said the move was a disappointing blow.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Cunard has been forced to cancel its upcoming Aussie season over border closures. Source: Getty

News

Age limit for AstraZeneca jab raised to 60-plus

Health Minister Greg Hunt has confirmed those under 60 will now be required to get the Pfizer vaccine.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The new move will mean that people under 60 will be required to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Source: Getty

Lifestyle

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Royals

Royal Ascot: Sophie’s whimsical hat, Anne goes retro and Camilla keeps it simple

Sophie, Zara, Anne and Camilla raise fashion stakes at Royal Ascot

Sophie, Zara, Anne and Camilla raise fashion stakes at Royal Ascot

Road rules or rude? Internet divided over cheeky young driver

Road rules or rude? Internet divided over cheeky young driver

‘Everyone was desperate to leave’: Worst-ever dinner parties revealed

‘Everyone was desperate to leave’: Worst-ever dinner parties revealed

‘My daughter doesn’t want my husband to be called grandpa’

‘My daughter doesn’t want my husband to be called grandpa’

A trip down memory lane! Crochet is making a comeback

A trip down memory lane! Crochet is making a comeback

5 key ways to deal with feelings of loneliness and isolation

5 key ways to deal with feelings of loneliness and isolation

The new first ladies of fashion: Jill Biden and Carrie Johnson make waves

The new first ladies of fashion: Jill Biden and Carrie Johnson make waves

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

Sensational sugar-free blueberry coffee cake

Golden, crispy lemon batter fish

Golden, crispy lemon batter fish

Rich and comforting beef pho soup

Rich and comforting beef pho soup

Flavour-packed olive and tomato stuffed focaccia

Flavour-packed olive and tomato stuffed focaccia

Sweet and tender caramelised onion tart

Sweet and tender caramelised onion tart

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

Grey nomad tips: How to pack your caravan properly

by Jocelyn Nickels

A budget-friendly guide to a Top End road trip

by Tourism NT

Lifestyle & Entertainment News

Bloggers

Fool’s gold or a genuine helping hand? Navigating the home health care maze

Smooch! Hugh Jackman recalls his first kiss

Smooch! Hugh Jackman recalls his first kiss

What is plantar fasciitis and how can I treat it?

What is plantar fasciitis and how can I treat it?

Colds, flus and vaccines: Dr Ross Walker answers your top 5 questions

Colds, flus and vaccines: Dr Ross Walker answers your top 5 questions

‘Silly old bugger’, ‘seniors moment’ banned in ageism crackdown

‘Silly old bugger’, ‘seniors moment’ banned in ageism crackdown

Cunard cancels Australia cruises due to Covid-19 border closures

Cunard cancels Australia cruises due to Covid-19 border closures

Age limit for AstraZeneca jab raised to 60-plus

Age limit for AstraZeneca jab raised to 60-plus

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