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The view from the rear of Lynne's downsized property is one of the advantages to come from the move. Source: Lynne Jones

News

‘Downsizing was the best decision we could have made’

My husband was reluctant at first, but I cajoled and eventually won. Making the decision was hard, he had to admit we were getting older!

Written byLynne M Jones

Aged care

Want better aged care? Pay for it with the family home and super tax

“It seems unfair that the current system pays welfare to retirees who own homes that many in a younger generation will never be able to buy," the Grattan Institute says.

Written byAnna Wall

The Royal Commission has concluded, and now is the time to make changes to fix the "broken aged care system".

News

Five-bedroom house to living in a car: The rise of our older homeless women

Elizabeth* once owned a business and was living in a five-bedroom house overlooking the Whitsunday Islands. Today, she's homeless.

Written byAnna Wall

There is a growing number of Australian women finding themselves homeless in their later years. (Model posed for photo.) Source: Getty

Celebrity

Actress’ wish for husband: Have lots of girlfriends, just not at my funeral

'Peaky Blinders' actress Helen McCrory, who passed away on April 9, was certainly brave for saying this to her husband!

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Helen McCrory and Damian Lewis would have celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary in July. Source: Getty

Celebrity

Sonia Kruger wows race day crowd, while Sam Armytage opts for dots

The two television personalities sported two very different - but equally stylish - looks for the Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day in Sydney.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Sonia Kruger and Sam Armytage stepped out for the Queen Elizabeth Stakes Day in Sydney at the weekend. Source: Getty

News

Veterans slam disrespectful ‘Lest We Regret’ Anzac Day party

Veterans are concerned the words imply the soldiers "regret" their sacrifice, when the vets "are not regretting it".

Written byAnna Wall

"Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them." Source: Getty

Royals

Backlash ensues over Harry and Meghan’s leaked funeral wreath

Many royal fans are asking, "Why did anyone feel the need to share this private information with the world?"

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Harry's wife Meghan reportedly sent a handwritten note with a colourful wreath to be laid at the service. Source: Getty

Recipes

Old-fashioned Cornish pasties

This is comfort food at its best!

Written byCalista Bruschi

Are these authentic Cornish pasties? Source: Getty Images

Health issues

Do you really need surgery? Your doctor could be leading you down the wrong path

If you're wondering if there's an alternative option to surgery, this story's for you.

Written byThe Conversation

While surgery can be a lifesaver, it's not always the answer to our pain problems. Source: Getty

Jokes

Daily Joke: True love lasts forever

It’s the first game of the National Rugby League season, and a man makes his way to his seat right next to the field.

Written byCalista Bruschi

Is this seat taken? Source: Getty Images

Essential Reads

Downsizing your home

Julia Zaetta’s 10 best tips for lower-stress decluttering

by Rachael Rosel

Downsizing your home

Cut and keep: Starts at 60 bloggers’ best decluttering and recycling ideas

by Westpac

Financial planning

What you need to know: The important first steps when selling your home

by Penelope Pelecas

News

Moving house? Follow these packing tips from a professional

by Tamille Head

Downsizing your home

Keep, dispose or donate? How to avoid a downsizing disaster

by Tamille Head

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12 month cleaning calendar

Say goodbye to clutter with this 12-month cleaning calendar

Forget about trying to tackle everything at once, this guide breaks household cleaning down into 12 manageable tasks. Everything you need to know so simplify, clean and declutter your life

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

The pandemic has given older people a chance to reevaluate the way they want to spend their senior years, with some making the decision that running a daycare service is not on the list.

News

Guilt-ridden grandparents close down ‘tiring’ free childcare

A recent survey has found that a fifth of grandparents find daycare duties too tiring to continue.

Written byAnna Wall

Health

Medicinal cannabis no more effective than placebo for treating back pain

When it comes to treating lower back pain, CBD is not the key, Aussie researchers say.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The Aussie researchers found no evidence of CBD effectiveness for lower back pain. Source: Getty.

Celebrity

Robert De Niro being ‘worked to death’ to fund estranged wife’s shopping habit

At 77, Robert De Niro says he wants to slow down, but claims his ex, Grace Hightower, won't let him.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

Robert De Niro is stuck in a brutal divorce battle with his estranged wife Grace Hightower. Source: Getty

Health

Health cover complaints spike as HCF customers vent

The results are in and these are the country's best and worst private health insurers for customer service.

Written byAnna Wall

The Ombudsman has revealed which health insurers made the quarterly naughty and nice list. Source: Getty

Politics

Scott Morrison announces royal commission into veteran suicides

It's a step in the right direction for veterans and their families.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

A royal commission will examine veteran suicides and mental health. Source: Getty

Good health

Smooth operator: 5 dermatologist-approved tips to prevent dry winter skin

As temperatures plummet, our skin can go from supple to Sahara-like surprisingly quickly. Dr Saxon Smith explains how to keep your body's biggest organ hydrated.

Health ExpertSaxon Smith

The thicker the moisturiser, the more it helps create a moisture barrier on the surface of the skin. Source: Getty

News

Beware: New Covid vaccination scams fooling thousands of Aussies

Aussies are being warned to be on high-alert as several dodgy vaccination scams make the rounds.

Written byPenelope Pelecas

The pandemic has seen dozens of new scams do the rounds. Source: Getty.

Royals

Queen pens final farewell to Prince Phillip with touching handwritten note

She signed the note with the nickname Philip affectionally used for her throughout their marriage.

Written byAnna Wall

Covid-19 restrictions meant the Queen was forced to sit alone as she farewelled her husband on Saturday. Source: Getty

Recipes

Quick and tasty vegetable patties

Vegie patties are a great way of getting your regular dose of two and five.

Written byCalista Bruschi

Delicious vegetable patties. Source: Getty Images

Jokes

Daily Joke: Mum’s driver’s licence

A mother is driving her little girl to her friend's house for a play date.

Written byCalista Bruschi

Downsizing Q&A

Money

‘We need to downsize but can’t sell our home. Can we get a bridging loan?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Investment

‘I have a mortgage and rental income, what should I do with my $70K payout?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Money

‘I miss my house and renting makes me feel worthless. How can I become a home owner again?’

by Jim Kilkenny

Bloggers

‘Trying to avoid getting screwed over by a tradie was a costly exercise’

by Guest Contributor

Experts

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

by Dominique Grubisa

Decluttering made simple: start with the hardest part

Decluttering made simple: Start with the hardest part

"I realised all those memories are still with me, regardless of a card or letter." Insights into how to get started decluttering