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9 practical tips for downsizing after divorce
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Moving can bring excitement, but also a deep emotional struggle when it’s time to let go of cherished keepsakes. Source: Getty Images.
Downsizing & Decluttering

Navigating the emotional challenges of downsizing

Navigating the emotional challenges of downsizing

Downsizing isn’t just about moving into a smaller space—it’s about letting go of the things we hold dear. Here's how to face the emotional challenge of sorting through memories and starting fresh.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

A step-by-step guide to decluttering your pantry

A step-by-step guide to decluttering your pantry

The pantry is one of the biggest culprits of holding unnecessary clutter.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

Downsizing made easy: How to get rid of unwanted items with ease

Downsizing made easy: How to get rid of unwanted items with ease

Moving soon? It’s time to start the great declutter! Make lists, plan ahead, and find the best home for your items—whether it's a new owner or a donation bin.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

Simple steps to declutter and organise your pantry like a pro

Simple steps to declutter and organise your pantry like a pro

Tackle the clutter head on and restore your pantry to its former glory with these simple steps.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

How to stay within your budget while downsizing

How to stay within your budget while downsizing

If you're downsizing, furnishing your new home can be a hassle and costly — here are a few ways to avoid breaking the bank.
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Aged care

How do I know I’m choosing the right aged care home?

How do I know I’m choosing the right aged care home?

There’s an easy way to compare the quality of care, safety and services of residential aged care homes.
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Downsizing your home

5 ways to make your downsizing experience easier

5 ways to make your downsizing experience easier

There are some tried and tested tricks to help ease the transition.
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Property Market

Considering a move to Hervey Bay? Here’s how to REALLY make the most of it…

Considering a move to Hervey Bay? Here’s how to REALLY make the most of it…

Whether you’re planning to retire or you’ve just hung the hat up, this new community will keep you active, energised and excited for adventures to come.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

9 tips for downsizing after divorce

9 tips for downsizing after divorce

Going through a divorce can be emotionally draining but at the same time, downsizing after divorce and decluttering your life can also be completely liberating, allowing you to start your new life with a fresh outlook, both in your home and on your life.

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Home Decorating

Take your garden to the next level with this stylish, durable outdoor furniture

Take your garden to the next level with this stylish, durable outdoor furniture

If you’re looking to spice up your garden, now is your chance to secure a great discount.
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Downsizing your home

Thinking about downsizing and don’t know where to start?

Thinking about downsizing and don’t know where to start?

Rachel Lane and Noel Whittaker published a new revised 2nd edition of their book “Downsizing Made Simple”. Here are some tips to get started.
A government scheme is incentivising downsizing homes for over 55s. Source: Getty Images
News

How downsizing can benefit older Australians and help the housing crisis

How downsizing can benefit older Australians and help the housing crisis

Downsizing homes in preparation for retirement is becoming increasingly popular. Government assistance is also available for down-sizers.
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Downsizing & Decluttering

‘If we sell our farm and buy something smaller in town, how does that affect our pensions?’

‘If we sell our farm and buy something smaller in town, how does that affect our pensions?’

"Normally people are buying a cheaper home than the one they are selling and that’s what causes the move to impact on their pension."
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Downsizing & Decluttering

‘If I sell my house, how long do I have to buy another one before I lose my Age Pension?’

‘If I sell my house, how long do I have to buy another one before I lose my Age Pension?’

Property and finance expert, Rachel Lane, answers the questions: 'If I sell my house, how long do I have to buy another one before I lose my Age Pension?'

Expert contributors

PROPERTY EXPERTRachel LaneThe Retirement Living and Aged Care Guru
Written byKym LackmannThe Luxury Downsizing Guru
Written byAlarna Hope
Money ExpertRodney HorinThe Wealth and Aged Care Specialist
Director of the Global Ageing NetworkMarcus RileyThe Positive Ageing Advocate
Planning expertCraig ChristensenPrincipal Urban Designer
DOWNSIZING EXPERTLorraine CoxThe Downsizing & Moving Guru
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share why they had no choice but to step away from the Royal Family. Source: Getty Images.
Royals

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle claim they ‘felt forced’ to step away from the Royal Family

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle claim they ‘felt forced’ to step away from the Royal Family

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to step away from royal life has sparked widespread debate, with much of the blame placed on the couple. However, they insist they were "forced" to step back from their duties.
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Celebrity

Sam Neill opens up about his fearless outlook on life following health battle

Sam Neill opens up about his fearless outlook on life following health battle

Having faced a life-changing battle with cancer, beloved actor Sam Neill is embracing each day with a positive outlook and a newfound appreciation for life.
Feeling the weight of stress? Discover how a simple diet swap could help lighten the load and bring peace of mind – all while keeping you healthy and happy after 60. Source: Getty Images.
Diet and nutrition

The simple diet that can help over-60s beat stress

The simple diet that can help over-60s beat stress

Stressed out? A simple diet change might be the key to lightening the load and bringing a sense of calm, all while helping you stay healthy and happy after 60.
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Tips

Breathe new life into your old iron using this simple hack

Breathe new life into your old iron using this simple hack

Ready to give your trusty iron a makeover? A surprisingly easy hack can have it sparkling like new with only a few common household items.
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Recipes

Welsh rarebit breakfast muffins

Welsh rarebit breakfast muffins

These muffins are a great afternoon snack and hark back to one of the oldest recipes in the book!
In the wake of Burke's passing, the music world united to honour the legendary drummer, with fans, friends, and fellow musicians celebrating his exceptional talent and remarkable career. Source: AP PHOTO.
Celebrity

Clem Burke, ‘one of the greatest drummers of all time’ and Blondie icon, dies age 70

Clem Burke, ‘one of the greatest drummers of all time’ and Blondie icon, dies age 70

Clem Burke, hailed as "one of the greatest drummers of all time" and known for his iconic work with Blondie, has sadly passed away at the age of 70, leaving the music community in mourning.
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Jokes

Daily Joke: The three-year-old’s question

Daily Joke: The three-year-old’s question

My three-year-old daughter recently came into the kitchen and asked, “Where does poo come from?”
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Daily Joke: A night at the Golden Saloon

Daily Joke: A night at the Golden Saloon

A guy comes home completely drunk one night...
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Jokes

Daily Joke: The jobless mime

Daily Joke: The jobless mime

One day, an out-of-work mime is visiting the zoo and attempts to earn some money as a street performer...

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Jokes

Daily Joke: The talking clock

Daily Joke: The talking clock

After closing time at the bar, a man (who was just a bit tipsy) was proudly showing off his new apartment to a couple of his friends...
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Jokes

Daily Joke: The retirement home

Daily Joke: The retirement home

One evening, a family brings their frail, elderly mother to a nursing home and settles her in, hoping she will be well cared for...
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Jokes

Daily Joke: Driving along the road

Daily Joke: Driving along the road

An older gentleman was driving along the Toowoomba Connection Road at 21km/h, never going any faster or slower...
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Jokes

Daily Joke: The forgetful couple

Daily Joke: The forgetful couple

There once was an elderly couple who noticed they were getting a lot more forgetful, so they decided to go to the doctor...
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Jokes

Daily Joke: The lawyer’s trick

Daily Joke: The lawyer’s trick

“My neighbour owes me $500 and he won’t pay up. What should I do?”
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