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The Screen Critic: A beautiful arthouse gem, two big Hollywood clunkers, and acting pearls from Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren

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Passing down the legacy of ANZAC biscuits: A heartfelt journey through family recipes and remembrance

Passing down the legacy of ANZAC biscuits: A heartfelt journey through family recipes and remembrance

Join our Starts at 60 blogger as she shares cherished moments spent in the kitchen with her grandson, passing down a beloved ANZAC biscuit recipe that echoes through the ages.

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Taylor Who?

Taylor Who?

Surely, I am mistaken. Is anyone really suggesting that Taylor Swift is bigger than The Beatles? Well, as illogical as it seems to me, yes, they are.

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Cigarettes? Pot? Gummies? No thank you

Cigarettes? Pot? Gummies? No thank you

From societal expectations to personal tragedies, our blogger's journey unveils the shadows of smoking culture, reflecting on the past's allure and the bitter reality it left behind.

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Travel Insurance … do we need it, or not?

Travel Insurance … do we need it, or not?

From rising costs to clever hacks, uncovering the complex world of travel insurance and why it's essential for every journey.

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Nifty nana navigates shopping centre carpark chaos

Nifty nana navigates shopping centre carpark chaos

Navigate the thrilling highs and perilous pitfalls of the shopping centre car park with this nifty nana's tale of parking prowess and grocery triumphs.

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Can you balance on one leg?

Can you balance on one leg?

Never underestimate the importance of balancing on one leg when in an upright position.

Book Review: The Cryptic Clue (A Tea Ladies Mystery)

Book Review: The Cryptic Clue (A Tea Ladies Mystery)

Book Review: The Cryptic Clue (A Tea Ladies Mystery)

A cosy crime novel set in 1960s Sydney.

Source: David Dastmalchian in Late Night
With the Devil (IFC Films); Marisa Abela as Amy
Winehouse in Back to Black (Focus Features): One
of the metallic stars of Robot Dreams (Neon).

The Screen Critic: A brilliant horror tale, a beautiful animated love story, and a disturbing docu-series about a famous children’s TV studio

The Screen Critic: A brilliant horror tale, a beautiful animated love story, and a disturbing docu-series about a famous children’s TV studio

Join our screen critic on a cinematic journey as he dives into the latest gems from the world of entertainment.

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After 6 years living in Canada, here’s what I miss most about Australia!

After 6 years living in Canada, here’s what I miss most about Australia!

From nostalgic childhood tales to the shock of rising prices, discover how life's changed dramatically for this Aussie expat. But amidst the challenges, there's laughter, adventure, and even a quest for the perfect Aussie pie!

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Finding tranquility in your ‘sitspot’: Embracing serenity in a hectic world

Finding tranquility in your ‘sitspot’: Embracing serenity in a hectic world

Discover the art of sitspot serenity with this guide to finding peace in everyday moments.

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Smile, Say “Cheese” and Tweak

Smile, Say “Cheese” and Tweak

If you think the recent furore surrounding the previously released (edited) photograph of the Princess of Wales and her children is something new – or even remarkable – you could not be more wrong.

Dive into the nostalgia-filled journey of reconnecting with old friends and classmates, where every memory feels like yesterday. Source: Getty Images.

Looking back at our formative years

Looking back at our formative years

Dive into the nostalgia-filled journey of reconnecting with old friends and classmates, where every memory feels like yesterday.

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The must see small screen offerings you can enjoy this April

The must see small screen offerings you can enjoy this April

Explore the myriad of entertaining options available for your viewing pleasure this April.

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From the big screen to the small screen: Exploring the evolution of films into TV series

From the big screen to the small screen: Exploring the evolution of films into TV series

Join us as we explore the hits and misses of films turned TV series. From Fargo's success to Casablanca's failures, and the evolution of classics like Buffy and Batman, discover how these transitions reshaped our entertainment landscape.

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Coeliac Disease is not just a fad

Coeliac Disease is not just a fad

Discover the challenges and triumphs of navigating a world where even a simple loaf of bread can wreak havoc on your health.

Source: Po in Kung Fu Panda 4 (Universal);
Kong in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
(Warners); Olivia Colman in Wicked Little Letters
(Sony); Jake Gyllenhaal in Road House (Prime)

Monster mayhem with Kong & Co, a funny new Kung Fu Panda adventure, and a punchy remake of a Patrick Swayze classic

Monster mayhem with Kong & Co, a funny new Kung Fu Panda adventure, and a punchy remake of a Patrick Swayze classic

Join our screen connoisseur on a cinematic journey as he dives into the latest gems from the world of entertainment.

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A bountiful harvest

A bountiful harvest

Dive into the journey of transforming a bumper harvest into a treasure trove of preserves, reliving memories of family gardens and farm adventures.

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We don’t need stuff: Decluttering and letting go of excess in our golden years

We don’t need stuff: Decluttering and letting go of excess in our golden years

In my seventies, I'm decluttering, and the post-Christmas influx of items only adds to the burden. As I sort through, I ponder where it all fits and reflect on the need to simplify, lightening the load for my children in the future.

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Woke backlash: America’s shift away from ‘wokeness’ in 2025

Woke backlash: America’s shift away from ‘wokeness’ in 2025

The tide is turning in America. And we tend to follow America, so it is fair to say that the woke debate may start to heat up here again any time soon.

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Airbnbs – from nightmarish to wonderful

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Sex toys for seniors

Sex toys for seniors

From lubricants to vibrators, costumes to creative play, discover how seniors can rewrite the rules of intimacy with age.

Source: Michael Caine in The Great Escaper
(Warner Bros); Chauncey the Bear in Imaginary
(Lionsgate); Jeffrey Wright in American Fiction (Prime).

The Screen Critic: A fitting farewell from Michael Caine, a ripper #metoo thriller, a stuffed-toy horror film and two excellent Oscar movies

The Screen Critic: A fitting farewell from Michael Caine, a ripper #metoo thriller, a stuffed-toy horror film and two excellent Oscar movies

Join our screen connoisseur on a cinematic journey as he dives into the latest gems from the world of entertainment.

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Embracing the open road: A journey into the thriving world of RV travel

Embracing the open road: A journey into the thriving world of RV travel

Join the adventure as we dive into the booming world of RV travel, exploring the luxury, savings, and hidden gems that come with embracing the RV lifestyle. From stunning beaches to charming small towns, discover the magic that happens when the journey becomes the destination

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Do you agree with raising the retirement age?

Do you agree with raising the retirement age?

What is wrong with the pension age as it is? What is your personal opinion about raising the retirement age in Australia?

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The must see small screen offerings to check out this March

The must see small screen offerings to check out this March

Explore the plethora of options available for your viewing pleasure this March.

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How to complain about bad service

How to complain about bad service

Does anyone really have success when they complain? Or are all staff just taught to reject customer complaints in the hope that the unhappy customer finally gives up and goes away?

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Blood on the sand

Blood on the sand

Step back into the sun-soaked Sydney of the 1960s, where teenage dreams, seaside escapes, and a chilling mystery converge in a poignant journey reflecting on the innocence of youth and the enduring impact of loss.

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Quirky phrases that have faded into obscurity

Quirky phrases that have faded into obscurity

Isn't it funny how certain phrases go in and out of fashion?

Source: Timothée Chalamet in Dune:
Part Two (Warner Bros); Bradley Cooper as
Leonard Bernstein in Maestro (Netflix); Noel
Fielding in The Completely Made-Up
Adventures of Dick Turpin (AppleTV+).

The Screen Critic: A sci-fi spectacle, a brilliant Leonard Bernstein biopic and a hilarious take on a legendary gentleman thief

The Screen Critic: A sci-fi spectacle, a brilliant Leonard Bernstein biopic and a hilarious take on a legendary gentleman thief

Join our screen connoisseur on a cinematic journey as he dives into the latest gems from the world of entertainment.

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