Cooking up friendship and purpose in retirement Ken Harris wasn’t planning on launching a new venture when he moved into Aveo Shortland Waters Retirement Living in Newcastle, NSW. But it didn’t take long before he spotted an opportunity to make a difference – and bring…

With nearly half of Australians now over 50, you might expect the big political parties to be rolling out bold promises for older voters – especially with the rising cost of living front and centre in the 2025 Federal Election campaign. So far, both Labor…

Kerry Corrigan is living proof that exercise can have a powerful impact. A client of Resthaven Paradise and Eastern Community Services (PECS), Kerry is a long-time member of the PECS Parkinson’s Support Group. Before joining, he struggled to lift his arms above his shoulders. But…

With the average retirement age in Australia now reaching 56.9 years, many Australians can expect to enjoy more than 26 years of retirement. That’s a long time to stay healthy, both mentally and physically. But how do you ensure you’re at your best as you…

When you retire, it’s the perfect time to kick back, have some fun, and enjoy life, whether you’re letting loose on the dance floor or relaxing with new friends. One of the best ways to gauge what life will be like in a retirement village…

The Retirement Living Council (RLC) continues to advocate for much-needed reforms to support retirees moving into retirement villages, despite the lack of action in the latest Federal Budget. While the average age of Australians entering retirement living has remained around 75 for years, recent national…