The cashless economy is history
Published 20 October 2023
The cashless economy is NOT coming, repeat: not coming. It's here and will get bigger and bigger, but ... cash is here to stay.
Beat the heat: Why heatwaves are risky and how to prepare
Published 18 October 2023
Australia is in for a catastrophically hot summer. For older people, this brings a whole host of concerns that it is important to prepare for.
Food supplements: joint pain relief comes with liver risk
Published 16 October 2023
Food supplements are a thriving industry but beware of the side effects, which can be as serious as hepatitis for turmeric-based supplements.
Cryptocurrencies: sure you don’t want your pension paid in Bitcoin?
Published 13 October 2023
It gets a bad wrap but Bitcoin turns out to be a relatively stable store of wealth and very useful to people who hold it.
New shingles vaccine offers better protection to more people
Published 11 October 2023
From next month there will be a new shingles vaccine available under the National Immunisation Program. It will be free to all people over 65 and can be given to people who are immunocompromised.
The problem with downsizing incentives
Published 9 October 2023
It sounds so simple, downsizing. Attractive, too, now that everyone from 55 up can put $300K into their super. But is it simple?
Bushfire season: How to plan and prepare
Published 6 October 2023
With fires already burning across the country, including out-of-control blazes in NSW’s south-east, it seems likely that we are in for a catastrophically hot summer. For older people, this brings a whole host of risks that it is important to prepare for. [more]
Nursing home bond or daily accommodation charges?
Published 4 October 2023
It is one of the most asked questions, and a question most people entering residential aged care can't avoid.
Work Bonus increase: when permanent can be temporary
Published 29 September 2023
How much is the new revamped Work Bonus worth per year: $11,800 or $7,800 or something else? The answer will surprise you.
Are you ready for the end of 3G? It might be more important than you think
Published 27 September 2023
The 3G network will be turned off in 2024 and many devices may no longer work. This doesn’t just include mobile phones, but also some medical devices and home appliances. Do you know how this will affect you?
Who is afraid of people with dementia?
Published 25 September 2023
The vast majority of people living with dementia live in the community, but it can be hard going because of poor community responses to dementia.
Is Bigpond closing? Not yet, but it might be time to look at other options
Published 22 September 2023
TPG shut down their email service this month, Telstra’s Bigpond might not be far behind. What if you’re just sick of Telstra? Here's some other options.
NSW Budget: rebates up – Regional Seniors Travel Card axed
Published 20 September 2023
The NSW Budget delivered higher energy rebates, some social housing but also got rid of the Regional Seniors Travel Card.
Atrial fibrillation: save your life, why don’t you!
Published 18 September 2023
Atrial fibrillation is a little-known troublemaker. If you don't know what it is, read about what it is and what you can do about it.
Older driver testing holy grail: has it been found?
Published 15 September 2023
The holy grail of older driver testing has been waiting to be found by a road safety Sir Galahad for a long time, but do we really need it?
COVID-19: Forget Omicron, Pirola is here!
Published 13 September 2023
While much of the world goes about its business and worries about other things, COVID-19 merrily mutates away.
Baby boomer broken hips fixed sooner
Published 11 September 2023
Breaking a hip happens to a lot of older people. The sooner it's fixed the better they'll walk, but standards were...slipping.
Aged Care Royal Commission: Govt junks key recommendations
Published 8 September 2023
A new Aged Care Act would have new things in it, wouldn't it? Enter the Government junking key Aged Care Royal Commission recommendations.
Smart meters are getting smarter, but what does that mean for consumers?
Published 6 September 2023
In most of Australia, about a third of premises have these meters and all new and replacement units must be 'smart'. They are already mandatory in Victoria, and there are plans to transition fully by 2030, but there are concerns about what this might mean for consumers. [more]
Australia Post has you writing your last letter in 2033
Published 4 September 2023
Mail deliveries and post offices are in the firing line at Australia Post: they're losing money. Is another essential service biting the dust?
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