Couples can do the ‘Smart Shift’ to maximise age pension payments

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Couples can do the ‘Smart Shift’ to maximise age pension payments There are ways couples can rearrange their financial affairs to maximise their eligibility for Centrelink entitlements. As a retired couple, managing your superannuation and other assets effectively can have a significant impact on your ability to claim the maximum age pension. One of the
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7 exercises to help improve your bone health

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7 exercises to improve your bone health 💪📈 It is important to check with your doctor before starting any new exercise program, especially if you’re taking medications that slow your coordination or throw off your balance. And remember, be patient. The bone-building phase in young adults – at its speediest – takes three to four
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The Train Of Life Journey

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The Train Of Life Journey by Jean d’ Ormesson 🚂❤️ Life is like a journey on a train… With its stations… With changes of routes… And with accidents! At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we believe they will always travel by our side. However, at some station our parents will
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11 most common MYTHS of Arthritis

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11 most common MYTHS of Arthritis Arthritis is often referred to as a single disease. In fact, it is an umbrella term for more than 100 medical conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system, specifically joints where two or more bones meet. Arthritis is a common affliction of the ageing process, with over 3.9 million Australians
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Why keeping physically active helps keep your brain active

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Why keeping physically active helps keeps the brain active and healthy 💪🧠 Although the link between exercise and heart health is well-known, researchers are more recently starting to piece together what happens to our most complex organ – the brain – when we work up a sweat. Through a series of studies, scientists started noticing
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Hertz, Thrifty data breach: Australian data stolen in vendor hack

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Hertz, Thrifty data breach: Australian data stolen in vendor hack In 2024, Hertz, the well-known global car rental company, fell victim to a significant data breach, which impacted customers worldwide, including many Australians. The breach stemmed from a vulnerability in a third-party file-sharing vendor used by Hertz. While the company has confirmed that no misuse
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Election 2025: Will Labor or the Coalition deliver real help for older Australians?

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Election 2025: Will Labor or the Coalition deliver real help for older Australians? 🧐 As we approach the 2025 Australian federal election, both major political parties are offering policies aimed at easing the financial burden on older Australians, seniors, retirees, and small family business owners. However, many of these promises come with serious concerns, particularly
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Staying steady on your feet: Our guide to avoiding unforeseen falls

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Staying steady on your feet: Our guide to avoiding unforeseen falls 🤕⚠️ Let’s be honest, nobody enjoys that sudden, unexpected meeting with the floor. While the odd trip or stumble can happen to anyone, for us fabulous folks over 60, these little “oops” moments can sometimes lead to bigger dramas. But don’t worry, we’re not
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AirPods affordable hearing aid feature now available in Australia

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AirPods affordable hearing aid feature now available in Australia 👂✅ Great news for older Australians! Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 now offer a groundbreaking hearing health experience, available right here in Australia. Following an extensive wait, users can now take advantage of the built-in Hearing Test, Hearing Aid features, and Loud Sound Reduction directly from their
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Federal budget 2025-26: What it means for older Australians

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Federal budget 2025-26: What it means for older Australians 💰🧐 The Federal Budget 2025-26 offers a mix of immediate relief and ongoing challenges for older Australians, seniors, and retirees. While it includes measures that could provide short-term benefits, it lacks a clear long-term fiscal plan. The deficit continues to grow, and public debt is expected
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Your smartwatch: A partner in healthy living

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Your smartwatch: A partner in healthy living ⌚❤️ More than just steps – how your wrist companion is becoming a powerful tool for your well-being. You might have noticed your smartwatch doing more than just telling time or counting steps lately. These little devices are evolving into powerful health monitors, and experts believe they’re poised
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