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Navigating the Assets Test for the Age Pension

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Navigating the Assets Test for the Age Pension The Australian Age Pension can be a lifeline for some retirees, offering financial support during their golden years. To ensure fairness, Centrelink employs various criteria, including the Assets Test, to determine eligibility. This article aims to explain the Assets Test, shedding light on how it operates, and
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Four simple ways to connect with your grandchildren

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Four simple yet effective ways to connect with your grandchildren The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is a unique and cherished relationship. It’s a connection that transcends generations, offering profound mutual benefits. For grandparents, the opportunity to connect with their grandchildren provides a chance to relive cherished memories, share wisdom, and leave a lasting legacy.
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Navigating social connections in your prime • 5 tips for those over 60

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Navigating Social Connections in Your Prime: Five Tips for Those Over 60 😊 Whether you’re newly single, have recently retired, or desire to expand your social circle, making new connections can seem daunting – especially when you’re over 60. The good news is many opportunities are just waiting for you to seize them. Here’s a
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Navigating the impact of aged care package changes

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Navigating the impact of aged care package changes 👵🚧🛣️ As of June 30, a historic wage increase for most aged care workers and nurses has come into effect. This significant wage hike is a welcome development in a sector that has long grappled with severe staff shortages. The primary goal of this pay increase is
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Overcoming mental barriers of dating & meeting new people after 60

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Overcoming Mental Barriers: Dating + Meeting New People After Sixty 🥰💕 Older adults are embracing an active and fulfilling life well into their golden years. Dating in this phase isn’t just about companionship; it’s a testament to the enduring human spirit’s capacity for growth, exploration, and the pursuit of happiness. In an era where connections
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12 ways to stay social in retirement

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12 ways to stay social in retirement 🏠🧓 Retirement marks a new chapter of life filled with opportunities for social connections and meaningful engagements. By embracing these various avenues, you’ll create a vibrant social life during your retirement years, brimming with meaningful connections and shared experiences. Remember, the key to staying socially active is to
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Winter health and natural remedies

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Winter health and natural remedies Winter is well and truly here, and that means cold and flu season has commenced. Taking good care of yourself during the winter months involves keeping your immune system at peak efficiency and acting quickly at the first sign of a cold. There are also natural remedies and common-sense strategies
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When downsizer contribution should be delayed

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When downsizer contribution should be delayed 🏠🏦 Just because you can do this from 55 doesn’t mean you should. The benefits of downsizer contributions can be substantial but be careful about your timing. If you sell your home and are 55 or older, you can make a downsizer contribution to super provided you meet the
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Aussies not willing to give up alcohol, takeaway and hair appointments amid cost-of-living crisis

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Aussies not willing to give up alcohol, takeaway and hair appointments amid cost-of-living crisis While the nation continues to battle the cost-of-living crisis, new research from Compare the Market reveals the things Aussies aren’t prepared to give up to tackle higher prices. A new study from the comparison website found that alcohol, takeaway meals, coffee
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Transport Tips for Retirees

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Transport Tips for Retirees If you’re approaching retirement or already there, you may be considering how you get around these days. The morning commute is no longer necessary – which gives rise to many other possibilities. Is the big 4WD or sedan “overkill” for light grocery shopping and occasional trips out? Perhaps the little hatchback
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What the 2023-24 budget means for older Australians

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What the 2023 budget means for older Australians 💰🧐 The big news for older Australians this week is the Government is helping pensioners and Commonwealth Seniors Health card holders to reduce cost of living pressures. These are many direct benefits that older Australians will receive in their wallets out of this years budget. Energy relief
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Six lifestyle choices to slow memory decline

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Six lifestyle choices to slow memory decline named in 10-year study Over-60s who combined more healthy lifestyle choices enjoyed most benefit, found by researchers A new study of more than 29,000 older adults has identified six habits — from eating a variety of foods to regularly reading or playing cards — that are linked with
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“Around the world” airline fares cheaper than international flights

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How flying around the world can save a fortune on airfares ✈️🌏 Savvy travellers have jumped on to “around the world” fares to avoid paying through the nose for international flights, saving thousands of dollars in the process – even for business class. Instead of $20,000 for return business class seats from Sydney to New
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