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Staying fit and strong in your 60s doesn't have to be tricky. Source: Getty

News

Age defying exercise: Staying fit and strong in your 60s

Ageing is a fact of life, but how we deal with it plays a big part in our long term health and happiness.

Written byJane Kilkenny

Financial planning

How to turbocharge your self-funded retirement: new government benefits you should explore

Downsizing or staying in the family home, here’s how you can now really boost your disposable cash as a self-funded retiree.

Written byAlana Lowes

Beauty

What happened when I added marine collagen to my beauty routine

Kerry Heaney trialled two marine collagen products for three weeks, putting its skin-smoothing, anti-ageing claims to the test. Here's what she discovered.

Lifestyle guruKerry Heaney

Don’t forget your neck and décolletage regions! Source: Getty

Politics

Morrison slammed over relaxed isolation rules putting Aussies at risk

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced new changes to Covid-19 close contact rules in an effort to ease the pressure on supply chains and address the growing food supply shortage.

Written byMatthew Hart

Morrison has come under fire for his decision to relax isolation rules for essential worker. Source: Getty Images.

Royals

Queen strips Prince Andrew of military titles and royal patronage

The Queen has stripped Prince Andrew of his military titles and royal patronage and will not continue royal duties as the fallout from sexual abuse allegations continues.

Written byMatthew Hart

Prince Andrew has been stripped of his royal and military titles. Source: Getty Images.

Experts

11 inspired hints, tips and hacks that will boost your gardening success

There are thousands of hints, tips and shortcuts out there in the world of horticulture - here’s a collection to inspire you.

Gardening ExpertRoger Fox

From tips about soil and shade to hacks about propagating and tackling garden pests, our guru Roger Fox has you covered. Source: Getty Images

Royals

Judge dismisses Prince Andrew’s bid to have sexual assault lawsuit dropped

Prince Andrew has failed in his attempt to have the sexual assault lawsuit against him thrown out after a federal judge dismissed the motion.

Written byMatthew Hart

Prince Andrew's attempt to have his sexual assault allegation lawsuit dismissed has failed. Source: Getty Images.

Politics

National Cabinet proposes retired Australians to replace isolating workers

National Cabinet is set to consider getting older Australians to fill key roles to help out with food shortages across the country as Covid-19 cases rise.

Written byMatthew Hart

National Cabinet will meet to discuss food shortages and the rollout of rapid tests. Source: Getty Images.

Experts

Multivitamins: Are you wasting your money?

Dr Ross Walker looks into whether there is any solid evidence to support taking multivitamins.

Health ExpertDr Ross Walker

Dr Ross Walker looks into whether there are really any benefits to taking multivitamins. Source: Getty.

Health issues

What to do if you test positive for Covid-19

Do you know what to do to prepare for a positive Covid-19 result? What will you do if you catch it?

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Are you ready for Covid-19? Source: Getty

Finance News

Experts

The bank of mum and dad for property: how to protect yourself when lending money to your kids

by Barry Frakes

News

All the benefits and entitlements you are eligible for at 60

by Nadia Chapman

Money

Wills and Executors: How to take the pain out of probate

by Marie Brownell

Age Pension

Australia’s pension system labelled ‘B Grade’ in latest global ranking

by Rebecca Wilson

Experts

Your super – How much is enough to retire?

by Christopher Zinn

Dementia care in Australia doesn't meet basic human rights: Report

Dementia care in Australia doesn’t meet basic human rights: Report

It's enough to turn your stomach. As a country, we need to do better! Read more

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Symptoms of long covid have been found to persist for at least eight months following infection. Source: Getty Images.

News

Australian researchers discover immune profile for long Covid

In a first-of-its-kind study, a team of Australian researchers and clinicians from UNSW Sydney’s Kirby Institute and St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney have discovered an immune profile for long Covid, potentially paving the way for tailored treatment for those suffering ongoing symptoms.

Written byMatthew Hart

News

CANCELLED: Immigration Minister decide Djokovic to leave

Whether Novak Djokovic will be able to stay in the country and defend his Australian Open title remains a mystery as Immigration Minister Alex Hawke is yet to make an announcement on the tennis star's possible visa cancellation.

Written byMatthew Hart

An announcement on Djokovic's fate expected to be made on Friday, January 14. Source: Getty Images.

News

BREAKING: Australian Open 2022 delayed

The highly anticipated Australian Open draw has been delayed until further notice with no timeframe or reason provided.

Written byMatthew Hart

The 2022 Australian Open has been delayed. Source: Getty Images.

News

‘Be My Baby’ singer and 60s icon Ronnie Spector has passed, age 78

Rock 'n' roll siren Ronnie Spector, who sang such 60s hits as Be My Baby, Baby I Love You, and Walking in the Rain as the frontwoman of the Ronettes has died, age 78.

Written byMatthew Hart

60s icon Ronnie Spector has passed away, age 78. Source: Getty Images.

News

Djokovic admits to false border declaration, breaching Serbian rules

Late on Tuesday, January 11, it was revealed that Djokovic's travel declaration may include falsified information.

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Novak has admitted that he was wrong. Source: Getty

News

Old-fashioned pork pies

Years ago, when I was travelling through England, there wasn’t a butcher, baker or pub that didn’t sell pork pies....

Written byCalista Bruschi

These old-fashioned pork pies are delicious! Source: Getty Images

News

Visa woes continue: Did Novak Djokovic forget that he had travelled internationally?

Late on Tuesday, January 11, it was revealed that Djokovic's travel declaration may include falsified information.

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Did Novak Djokovic forget that he had travelled internationally? Source: Getty

News

Dawn French leads tributes to late Vicar of Dibley star Gary Waldhorn

Gary Waldhorn, best known for playing Councillor David Horton in The Vicar of Dibley has passed away aged 78.

Written byMatthew Hart

The Vicar of Dibley star Gary Waldhorn has passed away, aged 78. Source: Getty Images.

News

Betty White’s major medical emergency days before her death

Beloved television icon Betty White suffered a stroke six days before her death on New Year's Eve, according to her death certificate.

Written byMatthew Hart

Betty White suffered a stroke days before her death. Source: Getty Images.

Crime

Cleo Smith’s alleged abductor facing new charges

The man accused of allegedly abducting four year old Cleo Smith will face court on new charges of allegedly assaulting a public officer.

Written byMatthew Hart

Cleo Smith's alleged abductor faces new charges. Source: Getty Images.

News

Government responds to Djokovic ruling

The Federal government is still considering whether to cancel Novak Djokovic's visa for a second time despite a recent court ruling in the tennis star's favour.

Written byMatthew Hart

The government is considering whether to cancel Djokovic's visa agin despite a recent court ruling. Source: Getty Images.

News

14 year old girl still missing, after being swept away in flood water

UPDATE: The desperate search for a missing fourteen-year-old girl was swept away in floodwater on Saturday, January 8. The girl,...

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Our thoughts go out to all in Maryborough, and especially, to those who have been impacted by this flood. Source: Wide Bay Rowing Club/Facebook

News

Judge questions ‘what more could this man have done’ during Djokovic hearing

The judge presiding over Novac Djokoivc's deportation case has raised major questions over what more could the tennis star have done to enter Australia.

Written byMatthew Hart

The judge hearing Novac Djokovic's case has questioned what more the tennis start could have done. Source: Getty Images.

News

Australian Lamb campaign pokes fun at Australia’s pandemic response

The highly anticipated summer commercial from Australian Lamb has just been released and it doesn't pull any punches.

Written byMatthew Hart

The annual Australian Lamb commercial has landed. Source: Getty Images.

News

Tributes flow following the death of groundbreaking actor Sidney Poitier

Touching tributes from Hollywood and around the world have poured in following the death of the iconic actor Sidney Poitier on January 6, aged 94.

Written byMatthew Hart

Tributes flow for late actor Sidney Poitier. Source: Getty Images.

Health issues

Controlling incontinence: Simple solutions for untimely leaks

We look at the who, what, when and where of incontinence, and the ways sufferers can address accidents before they occur.

Written byJocelyn Nickels

Incontinence affects more than five million Aussies. Source: Getty

Financial planning

The 3 phases of retirement: It pays to plan ahead

With awareness and pre-planning, you can maintain control and choice, have access to the financial resources and minimise the stress on you and your family, Bill Savellis explains.

Written byBill Savellis

Maintain your independence for longer by having a plan in place. Source: Getty

News

Daily Joke: Little Johnny was late for school

"Well miss, I was in my way to school when I saw this terrible car accident! ..."

Written byCalista Bruschi

Little Johnny was running late for school. Source: Getty Images

Funerals and bereavement

Your final celebration: burial, cremation and other end-of-life options for modern Australians

Want to go out with a bang? Many people are considering different ways for their bodies to be handled after their deaths, less common than the traditional funeral and burial. Have you thought about yours?

Written byGeorgina Pashley

Funerary urn with ashes of dead and flowers at funeral. Image: Getty

Good health

Did you know that stronger muscles can lead to better immunity?

Research in older adults has shown that lower muscle mass coupled with inadequate protein intake may affect the body’s response to an injury or infection.

Written byMatthew Hart

Safeguarding muscle mass is especially important as we age. Source: Getty