Discovery Hub

27 Feb 2024

Grey divorce and a fresh start later in life

‘Grey divorce’ is on the rise. Here’s everything older couples need to know about separating.

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Better Living

27 Feb 2024

Let’s make a deal

You’ve bagged a dream job offer, but now you need to make sure the terms cover what’s important to you....

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Financial Matters

22 Jan 2024

Sliding into retirement

Our experts explore the psychological, financial and practical considerations of the ‘pretirement’ phase,...

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Financial Matters

30 Nov 2023

From here to grandternity

Parental leave is getting a makeover, with an increasing number of employers offering grandparents time off...

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Family

24 Sep 2023

Living in the moment with Tim Baker

Some people regard cancer as a battle to be fought and conquered, but Tim Baker, 58, is different – he...

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Better Living

23 Aug 2023

Benefits of career cushioning to future proof your job

Want to future-proof your job or make sure you’re snapped up quickly if things go south on the work front?...

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Financial Matters

23 Apr 2024

9 benefits of aquarobics for seniors

Aqua aerobics is an excellent exercise choice for seniors as it can enhance balance, work out those heart...

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Health

27 Dec 2023

Mourning has broken

Australians are increasingly ditching the black and the solemnity at a loved one’s funeral and are instead...

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Health

30 Nov 2023

Let’s be friends: Avoiding social isolation

Living alone, loss of family or friends, chronic illness and retirement all increase the risk of social...

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Health

25 Apr 2023

5 ways of coping with grief’s rollercoaster

Losing someone you love is one of life’s most challenging experiences. Here, an expert shares tips on...

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Health

26 Feb 2023

Dying at home and proper end of life planning

While the majority of Australians say they want to die at home, most of us spend our final days in a hospital...

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Costs & Planning

12 Jan 2023

Locking down a longer life

Society has a growing obsession with all things ‘anti-ageing’. As geneticists try to reverse the process, we...

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Health

26 Mar 2024

Top 5 things to know about melanoma

Melanoma pioneer and joint 2024 Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer shares the top five things...

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Healthy Living

15 Jan 2024

Movers and shakers: Do you need hip or knee surgery?

Going to the hospital for a hip or knee replacement surgery can be daunting. See how Australian Seniors could...

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Wellbeing

22 Oct 2023

Sound of silence – signs of hearing loss

Australians are taking years to seek support for their hearing loss, with concerning effects on their health...

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Healthy Living

23 Aug 2023

Tips on getting a better night’s sleep

If you can’t remember the last time you had a decent night’s rest, you’re not alone - almost two-thirds of...

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Wellbeing

22 Jul 2021

4 tips for safe bushwalking in Australia

Keen to get into bushwalking? Joining a walking club is just one of the sociable perks. Here are some more...

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Exercises/Fitness

9 Jun 2021

Do you really have to walk 10,000 steps per day?

Is walking 10,000 steps a day enough to improve your health and maintain a healthy heart?

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Exercises/Fitness

18 Sep 2022

Well-travelled couple explore the world in a motorhome

In the third series of our Life’s Booming podcast, No Regrets, Graciela Szwarcberg, 60, and Hector Poch, 62,...

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Tips

24 Aug 2022

How to stay safe on winter roads

Winter can create unique driving conditions, here are some things you can do to help you stay safe on the...

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Tips

27 Jan 2022

Ready for a summer road trip? Here are some tips

Road tripping around Australia for your summer break? Preparation is key. Here’s the essential road trip...

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Tips

3 Dec 2021

How Christmas in Australia has changed over the years

Who wants to swelter over a hot stove on Christmas Day? New traditions mean there are plenty of ways us...

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Tips

30 Aug 2021

How ageing can affect driving

Driving comes with a sense of independence. But what if your elderly friend or relative is dangerous behind...

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Tips

22 Jun 2021

Driver's licence regulations in Australia for seniors

Driving licence regulations can change as you get older, so what are the rules for Australian seniors? Here...

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Tips

22 Jan 2024

Boomerang kids - The adult children moving back home

If you have adult children circling back under your roof, this handy survival guide can help smooth the...

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Lifestyle

25 Jun 2023

The big city exodus

Shaken, or perhaps awakened, by the COVID-19 lockdown experience, record numbers of people are leaving...

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Home

12 Jan 2023

How to haggle

Having the courage to strike a deal can save you a tidy sum on big-ticket items.

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Lifestyle

27 Nov 2022

The path away from plastic

It might feel like we’re drowning in rubbish, but there are steps we can take to minimise the impact on the...

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Lifestyle

27 Nov 2022

How dopamine dressing can lift your mood

Dopamine dressing is one prominent trend of 2022. Here’s how to unlock the secrets of ‘happy’ fashion and...

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Lifestyle

25 Oct 2022

Sage advice: Keeping your herbs alive 6 ways

Herbs will wilt within days – but storing them correctly can give you up to three weeks of freshness. Food...

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Home

24 Mar 2024

Benefits of pets in aged care homes

There is research about the benefits of pets in aged care homes and experts say pets should be allowed.

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Lifestyle

27 Dec 2023

On the cat (dog) walk

Fashion forward or fashion victims? We take a look at the booming industry that’s dressing our four-legged...

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Lifestyle

22 Oct 2023

Does my pooch look big in this?

Obesity among our four-legged family members is on the rise, with real consequences for their health. Here...

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Lifestyle

25 Jul 2023

Australia’s most beloved pet names

From Milo and Teddy to Coco and Luna, we explore some of Australia’s most popular cat and dog names.

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Lifestyle

25 Jun 2023

How to cope with losing a pet

Letting go of a beloved pet can be heartbreaking, but there are ways to make the end less traumatic for...

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Lifestyle

20 Mar 2023

How pampered is your pet?

Pets have pawed and clawed their way up the traditional family hierarchy – and it seems there’s nothing we...

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Lifestyle

18 Mar 2024

How to find travel insurance as a senior

What is involved in finding travel insurance as a senior? Are there exclusions and age limits that you need...

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Tips

25 Jul 2023

6 bucket list travel ideas for over 50s

No longer prepared to wait, a growing number of over 50s are taking charge and turning their bucket-list...

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Destinations

9 May 2023

Holidays for solo travellers over 50

Travelling solo means you get to see the world on your own terms – and if you want to test the water, there’s...

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Tips

23 Oct 2022

Cheque it out: Travelling with money

Get trip-ready with these tips on how to carry money when travelling, from cash to credit cards, travel money...

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Tips

1 Dec 2021

The paid escape – why seniors are turning to harvest work

New research finds that seniors are determined to stay in the workforce for longer, and with a harvest worker...

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Lifestyle

25 Feb 2021

A guide to train travel from nomads who’ve seen it all

Graham and Wendy French chase trains around Australia. They share their stories and take you on their journey...

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Destinations

21 Jan 2024

The Australian Seniors Series: For the Love of Pets Report

This comprehensive study delves into the attitudes, benefits, and potential challenges of being a pet parent...

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Research

11 Dec 2023

The Australian Seniors Series: Love After 50 Report 2023

This chapter explores the factors currently influencing relationship satisfaction during later stages of...

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Research

17 Nov 2023

The Cost of Death 2.0 Report

This report explores subject matters that are growing increasingly relevant to Australians over 50s such as...

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Research

19 May 2023

The Australian Seniors Series: The Cost of Health Report 2023

The Cost of Health Report 2023 forms part of the Australian Seniors series and explores subject matters that...

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Research

13 Feb 2023

The Australian Seniors Series: The Super Savvy Report 2023

The Super Savvy Report 2022 forms part of the Australian Seniors Series and explores the subject matters most...

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Research

1 Sep 2022

The Australian Seniors Series: Travel Trends Report 2022

The Travel Trends Report 2022 forms part of the Australian Seniors Series, which explores the subject matters...

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Research