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As mortgage holidays start to end, here are some tips for organising your finances so you can handle your debts better. Source: Getty.

Experts

‘Mortgage troubles? An insider’s guide to negotiating the best outcome with your bank’

While mortgage holidays were helpful during the height of Covid-19, now it's time to properly manage the debt.

Money ExpertDominique Grubisa

Age Pension

‘I’m worried that releasing $200K in home equity will impact my pension?’

‘I’m worried that releasing $200K in home equity will impact my pension?’

There are clever solutions that could allow this reader to downsize AND keep as much of her pension as possible.

Written byRachel Lane

As this reader's assets increase, her pension may consequently be reduced. Source: Getty.

Everyday money

Older, NOT out! The biggest myths about older Aussies busted

Older, NOT out! The biggest myths about older Aussies busted

If you still feel like you've got plenty to offer, the stats back you up.

Money ExpertMichael Spiegel

It's time to pull back the curtain on what it's really like being an older Australian. Source: Getty.

Money

‘Why social norms shouldn’t dictate what you do in retirement’

‘Why social norms shouldn’t dictate what you do in retirement’

We all like to think of ourselves as interesting and unique individuals, yet tend to follow a similar path. What matters is whether that's the path you actually want to be on.

Money ExpertJon Glass

You can find your own path that suits your wants and needs in retirement. Source: Getty.

Health issues

‘I’ve been experiencing severe back pain, what can I do?’

‘I’ve been experiencing severe back pain, what can I do?’

"I find that stopping what I'm doing and resting is what I have to do to get relief."

Health ExpertDavid Beard

One Starts at 60 reader is experiencing severe back pain. Source: Getty.

Nostalgia

Buttered bread roll anyone? ’70s school canteen list brings back fond memories

Buttered bread roll anyone? ’70s school canteen list brings back fond memories

An original canteen list from 1974 has sent people down memory lane.

Written byRachael Rosel

Take a trip down memory lane with this old tuck shop list. Source: Facebook and Getty.

Nostalgia

Deja vu! The iconic royal jewellery handed down through the decades

Deja vu! The iconic royal jewellery handed down through the decades

As the new generation of royals mark their place in history, here are some of the ways they've memorialised the generations before them.

Written byRachael Rosel

Certain royal pieces have popped up time and time again in history. Source: Getty.

Financial planning

‘How much Rent Assistance can I get with a pension and nearly $600K in assets?’

‘How much Rent Assistance can I get with a pension and nearly $600K in assets?’

Bad news for self-funded retirees, as the rules around Rent Assistance are only applicable to those in receipt of a pension or government allowance.

Written byRachel Lane

Adding together all the building blocks of your finances will help to understand how much rent assistance you're eligible for. Source: Getty.

Experts

‘Is a glass or two really the best way to calm your nerves?’

‘Is a glass or two really the best way to calm your nerves?’

Our health expert looks into alcohol and its mental health impacts.

Health ExpertDr Kieran Kennedy

For some, it's normal practice to reach for a glass of wine after a busy day. Source: Pixabay.

Food

From Sizzler to Golden Fleece: Remembering Australia’s most iconic restaurants

From Sizzler to Golden Fleece: Remembering Australia’s most iconic restaurants

These classic restaurants are hard to forget!

Written byRachael Rosel

Enjoy these popular restaurants from the past! Source: Facebook/Australia Remember When.