Senior travellers and grey nomads are increasingly making up a large portion of Australia’s domestic tourism economy, providing new opportunities for businesses in the regions to develop and grow. As more and more retirees take to the open road, regional locations are experiencing a new influx of visitors, with fresh chances to improve offerings and […]
Have You Been to the Library Lately?
Public libraries are an incredible community resource funded by local councils across the country, and they’re free! If you’re a senior over 65 and you haven’t been to the library in ages, now is the time to plan a visit. No longer are they simply buildings housing books and staff who “shh!” their patrons – […]
Five Things To Do With Your Grandbaby – Daughter-In-Law Approved
It’s so exciting when your kids start having their own children. Nothing warms the heart more than seeing the smiles of your grandbabies. The first 24 months of a baby’s life are just so precious. At this stage of life, you’re transitioning into retirement and have nothing but love to share. But when you get […]
Retirement Dreams: A Rural Property with 200 Rescue Dogs, Or This Alternative?
If you’re a dog lover, it’s safe to say you’ve probably daydreamed about spending your retirement on a large rural property surrounded by an absurd number of rescue dogs. While this is a beautiful dream, in reality, this would also probably equal exorbitant vet bills, huge food costs, and an insane amount of upkeep to […]
Did You Know You Can Get Cheap Hot Water Systems and White Goods?
Did you know you can get cheap hot water systems and white goods under the government’s STC scheme? And the best bit, someone else does all the paperwork for you. Dishwashers. Clothes Washers. Heat pump and solar hot water systems. But, there’s a catch. The STC Scheme drops its rebates every year, and eventually, it […]
Blowhards, Booze, and Bad Reviews: The Unseemly Side of Caravan Life
Don’t let it be said that I’m getting cranky in my old age, but if there is one thing that I can’t abide by, it’s badly-behaved boomers on the road giving the rest of us a bad name. There, I said it! Of course, most grey nomads know the rules of the road – both […]
How to Choose an Energy-Efficient Hot Water System
The secret is out. Old hot water systems are a major drain on retirees’ hard-earned savings. Of course, a reliable supply of hot water is a must – but paying a premium for it because your water heater has seen better days is less appealing. So what’s the best energy efficient hot water system for […]
Grocery Hack: Should You Buy Grocery Mark Downs?
Not gonna lie, there is no rush like getting a haul of markdowns from the grocery store. There you are, shopping for the night’s dinner and bam, $2 steak. So, when does Woolworths mark down meat and deli products and should you jump on board the bargain bus? Look, with the cost of food these […]
Adrift Clothing Review
Adrift Clothing is for “every woman” – so is it for every woman under 90kgs or 35 years? Here’s our review of the brand for “all women” not just those blessed with a killer metabolism and conventional body shape! This Adrift Clothing review was originally published by Jan back in 2018, and updated in 2024 […]
Retirement Hobbies – Furniture Restoration
There’s no greater time in a retired couple’s life than when their partner is out from underfoot, doing a project. While everyone thinks they know what retirement will be like, the truth is, no matter how many trips you take, or how many bucket list books you get through, there’s still plenty of hours in […]