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e’re on it. Technology has not left us behind. Indeed when it comes to making life a little easier our generation adopts contemporary short-cuts with ease. This particularly applies in the kitchen, where despite the joys of making special meals or creating something awesomely original, the regularity of keeping ourselves well fed and nourished on a daily basis can make something intrinsically fun into - well, lets face it, a chore. Yet, it seems many of us have ensured this won’t happen as we take the opportunity to choose from a variety of online ordering options. It might be that we take away the daily cooking pressure and order the half

way measure of a box of ingredients and put it together ourselves, alternatively we may order a delicious, fully prepared and cooked meal delivered to our door step. Whatever way we go, online meal ordering frees us up to do whatever else we may please to pass our time. (Just writing this puts a warm smile on my face). For me a highlight in this issue was speaking with the wonderful Ann Bromley. Regardless, of what she was given at birth, the country girl, born in Murwillumbah in Northern NSW in 1937, forged ahead with her dreams. Today, she personifies a ‘life well led’. Certainly, I think her great sense of humour, has helped her deal with physical challenges. Perhaps her t-shirt which says: ‘Normal People Scare Me’ describes her attitude to life. Fortunately, she has now written a book detailing her life in the hope it will encourage others to overcome barriers to lead a fulfilling life. Besides these stories, we feature our regular columnists providing us with informative and entertaining articles. Gail Forrer Acting Editor

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Contents 4

COVER STORY

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AGES & STAGES

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OUR PEOPLE

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ANZAC HISTORY

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BRAIN MATTERS

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CARE AFFAIRS

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BITS & PIECES

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ACTIVE LIVING

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MOTORING

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FINANCE

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RETIREMENT LIVING

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HEALTH

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WHAT’S ON

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COMMUNITY

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INDUSTRY EXPERTS

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TRAVEL

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BOOK REVIEW

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TRIVIA QUIZ

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PUZZLES

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COVER STORY

Modern meal alternatives to suit our stage of life The daily grind of food preparation has been disrupted and JULIE LAKE finds out how we haven’t held back embracing a range of choices.

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arole Vancini, now in her early 70s learned how to cook the hard way – everything fresh, unpackaged and prepared by hand. “My mother taught me to cook,” Carole says, “And she was old-school Italian; very particular about everything, from finding the best and cheapest tomatoes to rolling out her own pasta the way it was done by generations of women in my family”. Today, Carole still looks for bargains, buys the freshest produce from favoured

local suppliers and even makes her own pasta - using a machine. Her kitchen is full of gadgets, her inspiration comes from the internet and she can cook food her mother never even imagined. Kitchen technology hasn’t changed much – baby boomers grew up with mixers and food processors, dishwashers, electric woks and pans and grills, heat sensors and microwaves. The popular air fryer is the only really new cooking idea in years; otherwise the most exciting change for

most kitchen equipment has been the digital display. In fact, a quick check of websites promising “awesome new kitchen gadgets for 2022” showed nothing most of us don’t already have in our kitchens except a Chinese/Japanese dumpling mould and a peeler/scraper with three different blades! What has changed is US. Those born when the iconic F Series Holden ruled our roads differ from our parents in many significant ways: Working women became the norm rather than the exception and convenience in shopping and food preparation became a given. We have been much more healthconscious, encouraged by the advent of health food shops and outdoor fresh produce markets in the 1970s. No white, sliced bread and processed cheese for us! Though we do consume more alcohol. Fresh food was mostly seasonal and bought close to where it was grown but supply chain economics changed all that and now we can get a vast and onceunimaginable variety of international cuisine ingredients all year round. Cooking has become an art-form; a home-based hobby fostered by so many TV cooking shows that it’s hard for even the most avid foodie to keep up with them. And for many older people this focus on fabulous food is a bit overwhelming – knocking out a batch of sushi one day and a truffle-stuffed lamb rump with a kiwi fruit compote is simply beyond those who used to think pavlova was the

height of culinary sophistication! The one big difference that technology has made to our culinary lives is where and how we source our information. Don MacKinnes, early 60s, never cooked at all until his wife died. “I could boil an egg or fry it – just!,” he says. “And do a pretty good barbecue”. Now he enjoys the creativity involved in preparing meals for himself, family and friends – and he’s good at it, thanks to his laptop. “My wife wasn’t a great cook, but she could do all the usual meat and veg stuff”, Don says. “And bake good cakes. She had a whole collection of recipe books people had given her as presents, most of which she never used”. She also had, like most of us, a couple of box files stuffed with recipes cut out of magazines. Don, who has downsized since she died, threw them all out. Now he downloads recipes when he needs them, watches on-line videos and is even doing a YouTube cooking class. Don and others get a kick out of the fact that if a downloaded recipe doesn’t work they can go back to the site and say so in the comments section. Or share their own variations of the recipe with others. Using the videos, he can rewind and repeat when he doesn’t fully understand something. The cooking class is interactive, and he can ask questions. And he can do it all sitting at his computer or in his armchair with his tablet. According to a new survey, 70 per cent of Australian seniors, like Don, are

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COVER STORY leading the way in adopting technology to the kitchen and 58 percent use the internet for new recipes. In fact, the survey shows that baby boomers are an adventurous generation with 60 per cent us of saying we want to spice up usual go-to meals with new inspiration (survey courtesy of Hello Fresh). At the same time, 70 per cent of those surveyed said they were always on the hunt for food bargains – hardly surprising considering so many are on a pension or modest, fixed income, or are using their last years at work to put aside enough for a comfortable retirement. And much as many of us might value our cooking skills, ageing takes an inevitable toll of our fitness – fingers get stiff, wrists and elbows ache, backs hurt, legs don’t stand so well for so long, dexterity diminishes, For some people, the chore of buying and preparing food becomes just too much. Either because they find it too physically demanding or can’t be bothered because they live alone without anyone else to cook for and share meals. Takeaways may be too expensive, so they opt for supermarket pre-cooked meals or one of the several home-delivered meal packages serving nutritious, delicious and high-quality meals made with locally sourced ingredients that can be delivered daily or weekly, just as you wish. Most, however, look for convenience and ways to diminish culinary chores without giving up cooking altogether. COVID restrictions greatly increased the use of on-line shopping and delivery for seniors and some of those interviewed for this article said they had no desire to go back to in-store shopping. “The parking. The queuing. The chore of pushing a trolley around. The risk of catching things,” is how one summed it up. An increasingly popular compromise

A totally prepared meal or a meal kit can save time and travel costs . is the home-delivered cooked meal that requires little more than your enjoyment or the fresh food kit that can be easily prepared with the aid of an accompanying recipe and instructions. Appropriate spices, condiments and flavourings are included in the package. A week’s meals for singles, couples or families are ordered on-line and delivered on the day and time of your choice, there are several menus from which to choose plus a full back-up service and helpline. The meals are pre-packaged and portioned to make the prep work easy. You won’t have to worry about measuring or chopping unless the produce needs to be intact to preserve the freshness. The ingredients come sealed and fresh to ensure you get the best tasting and most nutritious foods. The box that is shipped to you is designed to keep your food cold with thermo technology and it is sturdy to ensure nothing gets crushed.

Dinner boxes get packed with smart packaging so that nothing gets tossed about. A Your Time social media survey showed that a surprising number of seniors are choosing this option. One of them is Jan Davies, 67, an educator with TAFE, running a program that helps young people with additional learning needs and disabilities prepare for mainstream employment – the first program of its kind in Australia. It’s demanding and though she loves to cook, at the end of the day she just wants to chill out. Her partner also works full time. Jan chose Hello Fresh as her meal kit supplier after being introduced to the concept by her son and daughter-in-law, and six months later is still enthusiastic about it. This company has been a market leader in the ‘home make-out” field and currently offers the most meal choices

and an easy-to-use app. “It ticks all the boxes,” Jan says, summing these up as: good value for money (she estimates she is saving about $600 a year on groceries), no food wastage, very high quality of ingredients, plenty of variety and healthy because the main components are fresh meat or fish and vegetables, with appropriate carbs and flavourings. Vegetarian options are available and fresh fruit boxes in two sizes can be ordered as an extra. The average cost of a Hello Fresh meal is $10 (slightly cheaper for seniors as a new 10 per cent discount has just been introduced) and preparation time varies from about 15 – 30 minutes. Jan describes the app (for smart phone and other devices) as “impressive” and she uses it to plan and order the week’s meals. This has drastically reduced the time she spends shopping because she only needs to buy a few basics. It was particularly welcome during the Covid lockdown, Jan says, because delivery is contactless. Rising fuel costs are another incentive to opt for home-delivered meals or meal kits and reduce shopping journeys. Let’s face it, from the moment we take our first gulp of mother’s milk, nourishment is the most important aspect of our lives and even as other pleasures diminish with age, the thrill of a good meal remains. It’s not just necessary for the body, it’s good for the soul, too. A way of enchanting everyday life now that we have the leisure to really enjoy it. But it must be fresh, imaginative, full of flavour, interesting to the palate and varied enough so the necessary act of eating doesn’t become boring. So whether you choose to carry on cooking, select the best possible preprepared home delivery or go for a fresh produce cook-it-yourself home-delivered kit - here’s to you. Bon appetit!

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AGES & STAGES

by Mocco Wollert

What’s in a name? Quite a lot, I think. I presume that most of you have seen the ad where a young father with the surname Murray wants to call his son Callum. He changes his mind when he realises the teasing his son will get, not the least of it would be ‘Calamari’. In my generation it was customary to give a child not just one name but the child was ‘burdened’ with grandma or grandpa’s Christian names. I am sure every child had at least three or four Christian names. My husband ended up with seven. This nearly defeated the registrar at our wedding. He

struggled valiantly, having great difficulties with the pronunciation as they were German names. I must confess that I too gave my two girls, apart from their own name, the Christian names of both maternal and paternal grandmothers. Instead, I should have told them stories about the two women, creating a lasting memory, rather than ‘tacking on’ two names that didn’t mean a thing to them. In our fast-moving world, it seems to me to be a waste of time to give a child more than one name. Every time they have to sign a document, all those names have to be inserted. I don’t know how many names young mothers give to their children to-day. Celebrities sometimes call their children names which are ridiculous like Sage Moonblood (I am not kidding), or North-West. One young woman I know, called her baby girl Hunter. She explained that it would signify the baby’s path in life. I held my tongue and managed to look impressed. At least she didn’t call her ‘cougar, which has some not so nice connotations. Australian Society has the habit of shortening names thus diminishing beautiful names like Elizabeth to Liz or Patricia to Pat. So, we went the other way. We called our youngest

daughter Kim, short enough not to be shortened. Guess what happened? Her friends and classmates extended it to Kimbo or Kimmy. You just can’t win! Australians shorten the names of anything or give it nicknames. They are used affectionately, like ‘Barbie’ for barbecue or ‘footie ‘for football. It is intrinsically Australian like swearing good-naturedly at every occasion. They are masters in lacing every sentence with a good old swearword. Wanting to be as Australian as could be, when I first came to Australia, my every second word was ‘bloody’ a strong swearword at the time. That is, until the woman who would become my best friend, took me aside and said ‘ladies don’t swear!’ Ah well, that was a long time ago. If I were the Sunshine Coast I would be insulted to be called ‘The Sunny’ and the same goes for the Gold Coast, being called the ‘The Goldie’. Why eliminate the word ‘coast’? It makes each place a very special location, conjures up images of blue oceans and white beaches. The ABC announcers who have gotten into the habit of talking about ‘The Sunny’ or ‘The Goldie’ should wash their mouth out with soap. Anyhow, that is what I feel. May you not have too many names and may they be ‘normal’.

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The lady who turned lemons into the sweetest of lemonades Ann Bromley speaks to GAIL FORRER about how she went against the grain to stop her physical disability from defining her life.

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eing diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy as a baby in 1937, meant your future life was going to be tough. But if you had the support of a good, strong family, the use of a smart mind and your name was Ann Bromley, life was a hurdle you were going to learn to jump through - no matter how high,

Well perhaps not jump through, because Ann says her balance was bit of problem. “I didn’t have a walker or a walking stick, so you could just give me a shove and I would go over,” she says. On the family farm in Tamworth, she recalls the difficulty of riding a horse and

staying in the saddle. Ironically, it was her dedication to the rigour of ballet classes that improved her balance and in fact, kept her on the horse. “Ballet was as good as having physiotherapy classes.” she says. Today, Ann speaks with a slight, but obvious speech impediment. Yet, like many other things she laughs it off. After spending a number of years overseas and taking in the sound of various accents - when friends find it hard to understand her - she simply applies her own brand of humour : “It’s just my Australian accent you can’t understand,” she responds. Ann was 10-years-old before she spoke, but she says this meant she could sit quietly in school and soak up knowledge. Contrary to any idea that not speaking equals low intellect, her mother, realised her daughter’s ability and contacted Sydney university to evaluate Ann’s learning aptitude. “The test showed I was two and half years ahead of my age.” At 18-years-old, Ann completed her education. At this stage, her father who moved from an accountancy career to farming in Tamworth, was not well and she stayed

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life hurdle.. “I was in my fifties when I was living in Mackay, and I was asked to give a talk to parents of disabled children on growing up with a disability. “I’ll never know why I agreed to do it as I’ve always avoided speaking when I’m out, as I hate the way people stare. “I nearly died when I found out there were about 200 people attending. At the end I received a standing ovation. “After that people who heard me would ask me to do a talk, workshop and whatever, I ended up doing this in Canada, UK, USA, NZ and of course Qld. However, that wasn’t the only life-changing event in Ann’s life. Perhaps, she says: “The most surprising one was getting married and having three normal healthy kids. I was told by so-called well-meaning friends I shouldn’t get married and certainly not have kids. “I mean how can a disabled person look after a baby.” The list goes on and Ann continues: “Then there was my first trip to the UK by ship on my own! Heaven forbid! Still breaking new personal ground, Ann has written and published a biography: “That’s why I called my book, ‘I Did it Anyway.’ You can email Ann for her book at abromley@westnet.com.au. The cost is $20.00 plus postage.

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Pigeons have been recognised for the unique role they played as a communication service during wartimes.

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he pigeon wasn’t just a friend of British or American troops. In 1942, as Australia stared down the barrel of a Japanese invasion, the Australian Army were interested in developing alternative means of communication. The idea of using pigeons was trialled and quickly proved a success, and the Australian Corps of Signals Pigeon Service was born. Everyday Australians got behind the cause, and donated over 13,500 homing pigeons to the service. Pigeons provided a reliable communication service between the coastal defences of Australia, and they eventually joined the war effort in New

Guinea as part of the Pacific War. The jungles proved a much tougher environment; mountainous topography, tropical rain, feather lice and a humid climate took its toll on the pigeons. But pigeons were still considered an efficient tool for communication, and often a vital one. In July 1945, a boat carrying Australian troops began to sink on a beach off the coast of New Guinea. The boat was carrying valuable supplies, ammunition and equipment, and a bird by the name of Blue Bar Cock Pigeon No 139 became the hero. Blue Bar flew about 65 kilometres to relay the rescue message, and a rescue ship was sent in time to salvage the boat

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and its valuable cargo. Blue Bar received the Dickins Medal for its effort, joining the list of pigeons who are now memorialised for their heroism in war. The pigeon’s contribution to the Allied war effort can’t be understated. Take the story of G.I. Joe, a member of the United States Army Pigeon Service. In October 1943, during the Italian campaign of World War II, British troops battled with German forces to control the village of Calvi Vecchia, Italy. The British attacked and won back the village well ahead of schedule but were unable to transmit a message to call off a planned American air raid on

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It’s certainly true that homing pigeons have been used to carry messages since ancient times. But in the fog of war, their skills and dedication are legendary. Long before modern technology made military communication simple, pigeons played a vital role in relaying vital information across the battlefield. That’s because homing pigeons have an innate ability to find their way home. They’re also not easily distracted, and their keen sight and superior memory helps them identify landmarks. A pigeon’s small stature also came in handy during conflict: pigeons were easy to transport, ate very little, and could travel long distances in often extreme circumstances. Pigeons carried their messages either in special containers attached to their legs, or small pouches looped over their backs. When not relaying messages, the pigeons were kept in mobile or stationary lofts, and were trained and cared for by skilled handlers. Source: rslqld.org/news/ latest-news

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HISTORY

LOCAL FORTIFICATIONS THAT PROTECTED US In 1880 -1881 the military view of the day saw enemies of the British Empire targeting Queensland Ports. AUDIENNE BLYTH looks back to describe Defense Force operations at these forts. FORT Lytton, Fort Bribie, Robert Bulcock’s tower in Caloundra, Mt Ninderry, these were lookouts for foreign vessels at sea. Fort Lytton and Fort Bribie had gun emplacements. However, the guns were only ever fired for target practice.Modern warfare involves attacks by air, sea, or land but in earlier times, attacks might have more likely come from the sea. What is left of Fort Lytton and Fort Bribie forms a remarkable story of the first military defence for Queensland. Fort Lytton on the Brisbane River was built as a major fortification in 1880 – 1881. At that time world colonial powers were expanding and it was believed that enemies of the British Empire may try to strike at the Port of Brisbane. Russia or even France might have tried an illegal entry to the Brisbane River and, in a worst scenario, attack Brisbane. For forty years Fort Lytton remained the centre of Queensland’s defence activity. Before WW1 military training was conducted there by the Queensland Defence Force. In WW2, additional weaponry was installed with the responsibility of keeping enemy vessels

out of the river. It became secondary to modern batteries established on Moreton and Bribie Islands. Fort Bribie, constructed in 1939 at the start of World War Two, on Bribie Island was made up of about a dozen structures ranging from observation posts, mine control huts to gun emplacements. Men worked in underground concrete bunkers to co-ordinate guns and searchlights on a target. Fort Bribie was well placed to watch over the main north-west shipping channel into Brisbane. In 2022 the buildings of Fort Bribie have been battered by sea and tides and barely stand upright. These large concrete structures are all but swallowed up by the sand. At Caloundra, in 1881, patriot Robert Bulcock built a timber observation tower on the highest part of his land and this was considered a vital surveillance point to view the approach of any foreign or hostile vessel. Volunteers manned the tower and a direct link by telegraph to the government was established if needed. This site was used for the Caloundra Lighthouse in 1896.

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geing brings with it a number of challenges, and depression can strike whatever decade of life. It’s also under-recognised as you get older, in part because people assume that feeling low is an inevitable part of growing old. This is certainly not the case and I have seen many people who are living full and happy lives well into their nineties. Depression is very important to pick up and treat. Not only can it have a huge impact on your quality of life (and those around you) but it can profoundly affect your thinking – so much so that it can cause a pseudo-dementia – a condition where you look as if you have dementia but in fact it disappears when your depression is cured. There is also evidence that recurrent episodes of untreated depression leads to an increased risk of developing a true dementia state later down the track. It is also potentially deadly. I recently saw a man who had been misdiagnosed as having a severe dementia and was placed in a nursing home. In the few months before I saw him, he had stopped eating – a classic sign of depression – and was close to death. It was assumed that this was the usual decline associated with dementia and that nothing could be done. Ultimately, however, he was treated for depression and made a full recovery to the point where he probably didn’t need to be in a nursing home. So, how do you know if you are depressed? Well, the classic symptoms include low mood that is there more often than not, a lack of interest in your surroundings and an inability to enjoy things you once enjoyed. Your sleep may be altered – either sleeping too little or too much, or simply waking up feeling unrefreshed – or you may feel tired all the time. Appetite can be affected – usually diminished, resulting potentially in weight loss. If severe, there may be thoughts that things

cannot get better or even a belief that you would be better off dead. And then there are cognitive symptoms, with problems including memory, slowing in thinking or trouble problem-solving and planning. These are symptoms that may be experienced whatever age you are. As you get older, certain other experiences seem to be more common. These include so called somatic symptoms, which is when the depression is experienced physically. I have seen many people whose main initial concern was generalised pain, weakness, or stomach problems like nausea. When I have treated their depression, these physical symptoms disappear. Anxiety seems to occur more frequently as part of depression as you get older and can sometimes be the main symptom. If you think that you or a loved one might be suffering with depression, it is critical to speak with someone about it. This might be a family member, friend, counsellor, psychologist or your GP. Just let someone know. Old age is no impediment to overcoming depression. For some, it is enough to talk to someone about practical problems or to increase your level of support. Others may require more medically focussed treatment with antidepressants, at least in the short-term. The bottom line is, don’t assume that low mood and depression are a normal part of ageing. They are not. Effective treatments do exist to treat depression.

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odine is a Trace Mineral. A Trace Mineral is a mineral that you don’t need a high quantity of. However, every single cell in your body needs it. Your Thyroid will take as much Iodine as it can get and leave the remainder for the rest of your body. Just because your blood tests may show that your Thyroid is within the acceptable test range, that doesn’t mean that you have ample amounts of Iodine and that you have enough for your thyroid cells. It’s about having enough for ALL your cells. Unfortunately, the current Recommended Daily Amounts (RDA’s) for Iodine isn’t sufficient for what our bodies need. The current recommendation is 150mcg per day, yet people in Japan, who have very low rates of Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer and Ovarian Cancers, are consuming 100 times that amount. Yet, the source they are consuming is mainly Sea Kelp, for example, Bladderwrack, because these are some of the best sources of Iodine. Most of your Iodine is stored in your Thyroid. Iodine is vital to make your Thyroid hormones—specifically T3 and T4. When the Thyroid makes T4, that is the inactive form. Eighty per cent of T4 is converted to T3 in the liver, whilst 20 per cent is the active form made in the kidneys. It would be best if you had Selenium for this conversion also. Without Iodine, your metabolism suffers and pretty much every system that relies on your metabolism starts to slow down. If you have a slow metabolism, it will most likely affect your hair, skin, nails, weight, bowel movements and mood, whilst increasing your cholesterol buildup. It can also create nodules on your Thyroid. Many people these days are deficient in Iodine, and unfortunately, it’s just not in our foods anymore. That is unless

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The pros and cons of digital monitoring at home There are a wealth of apps, devices and systems to help monitor the health and safety of your loved ones at home. This article explores the risks and benefits of this new technology.

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ew digital products are touted as providing a virtual safety net for vulnerable older people and giving their families and caregivers peace of mind. These products come under the name ‘personal health monitoring’ or PHM devices. Let’s look at a few examples. (Please note, although some brand names are used for clarity, this article is not endorsing any products.) Wearable blood pressure monitors and blood sugar monitors are well-known and accepted health tools. They are supported by apps on your phone and can provide your doctor or health nurse with important and timely information. Health technology can also be integrated into your body. One example is a heart rhythm monitoring device. This is inserted under the skin in your chest area. It collects and sends information to your heart specialist. The simple pill box has gone high tech. One example is MedMinder. It has an online website where you load in the person’s medication schedule. The pill box is 4 rows deep by 7 rows long so it would suit someone who takes medicines up to 4 times daily. If the medication is not taken,

MedMinder calls the client or a caregiver with a friendly reminder. Medication compliance is recorded on the website. One model is electronically locked to avoid overdosing. Home monitoring has become increasingly popular especially when an elderly family member lives alone. Common commercial products such as Google Home can be used for personal monitoring. A home assistant device with a video screen allows you to check in with your family member as often as you wish. A more tailormade option is HomeGuardian. This is an Australian product designed to monitor falls, absences and wandering. It can also detect

someone’s temperature and sleep behaviour. This can help carers and family members address small health changes quickly. HomeGuardian does not store any personal health data. All the alerts are processed on the devices and sent to a designated person. The remote monitoring of your family members’ health has definite advantages. You have peace of mind and feel they are safer than before. But sometimes privacy is sacrificed. Physical privacy is compromised when someone is watching or can watch you in your own home. Then there is data privacy. As many of these digital monitoring devices are made by commercial companies which have other business partners, it can be hard to keep track of your health data. Once someone gets used to the monitoring devices, they can forget they are there. This means they are being monitored without knowing it anymore. This covert surveillance is shaky ground. When visitors come into the home, are they monitored too? If a camera is going to pick them up by default, they need to be advised of this. Some researchers argue that wearing a

personal health monitoring device or having a monitoring system at home can lead to social isolation. Carers, friends or family members may feel it is not necessary to drop in or make that phone call. The device is seeing as doing the ‘caring’. A research review of 297 articles about PHM devices found 39 of the articles addressed ethical issues (Mittelstadt et al, ETHICOMP 2011). The researchers found a moral conflict between freedom and safety. It is a balancing act. In the home environment, judicious use of technology may slow down or prevent someone having to leave their family home. On the other hand, if technology is overused, it can take away decisions and disempower your older family member. In conclusion, adapting to new technology is difficult and not all devices will suit all people. While personal health monitoring devices offer relief for busy families and carers, they do not have the human touch. Kendall Morton is Director of Home Care Assistance Sunshine Coast to Wide Bay. Call 5491 6888 or email kmorton@ homecareassistance.com

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I have lived here for six years now, ex Melbourne at Noosaville. I wanted to say how very much I love your magazine and collect two at nearby outlets; one for me and the other for my neighbour. Especially love the History page. It’s amazingly interesting to know the history of street names, etc. (in particular) Walter Hay Drive; its nearby to me. It has taken me six years to know the street names. I arrived using google maps and for a couple of years, only knew “at the roundabout” turn whatever. Used to think I can’t get my head around roundabouts, but now do spectacularly without u turning! I used to u turn a lot.. I can spot a tourist from a mile away. Happy living in Noosaville full of roundabouts. Thank you. Rose Mclennan, Noosaville.

WE all must be feeling the $olar pinch by now, To make ends meet there are lots of ways we can cut our spending, but it doesn’t always mean we have to cut back. About thirty years ago I designed a solar oven that was easy and dirt cheap to build, light-weight and folded up for ease of transport, and) yet operated continuously while the sun shone. Anyone adept at wielding a Stanley knife, working with cardboard or core flute (the stuff real estate and election signs are made of) and repurposing silver lined corn chip packets, can make themselves an efficient cooker. On the other hand, if you prefer to buy a ready-made item, all you need do is to Google “Solar Cookers” and go from there, or you can come to one of my workshops and make one (see students and their self-made ovens above). I have designed many styles and sizes appliances. Some are teeny – ideal as school science projects – others are devilishly potent. So here are some of the more impressive designs: The most versatile, the ‘panel cooker’, is light-weight, (essentially made from core flute and reflective material) is collapsible, and is a suitable alternative to the electric oven or slow cooker, capable of reaching temperatures of around 160°C. .

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The ‘box cooker’ is an insulated box with a clear glass leading face and will cook everything, from cakes to vegies to meats. This is large enough to cook up a family feast and capable of reaching temperatures of up to 220°C. It is a little too heavy to cart around on camping trips, and more suited to a permanent position on a sunny patio. The ‘parabolic concentrator’ is also capable of family sized cooking. It is a shiny reflective dish shaped unit, reaching temperatures of 220°C Whether you believe in climate change or not, you can save money and have loads of fun doing it. For more info. visit my website sizzlingsolarsystems.com or contact me at stan@cajdler.com

With the hot weather and good rain our plants have put on an amazing rate of growth. Time to trim back and tidy up, put some new cuttings in or add trimmings to the compost bin. With the price of vegetables at the moment it’s a great time to put in a few punnet including carrots, corn, spring onions, cabbage, cauliflower and silverbeet. Don’t forget some parsley along with any other herbs you may like. Pansies, statice, stocks and many bulbs can also be planted now. Time to fertilise before the cooler weather sets in. If you have room citrus are a good buy, there are many dwarf varieties available. Get rid of any weeds before they set seed. Caladiums will be starting to die back soon, so many pots have been thrown out over the years, make sure your pot has a label identifying there is a corm there. Keep pots where they don’t get any moisture or lay the on their side to stop corms from rotting. Orchids are coming into flower now, if plants are outside beware of the Dendrobium beetle which looks a bit like a lady bird, these pests can wreck your flowers overnight. Best way to get rid of them is an ice cream container with water and some kerosene, put the container under the flower and tap, any beetles will drop into the container. If you are new to gardening or have moved from a different area why not come on one of my garden tours to see what is on offer. Any of the garden expos showcase so many beautiful plants that grow well in our area. There are some great Orchid shows coming up, have a look, you won’t be disappointed Happy Gardening, Penny

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ACTIVE LIVING

These feet are made to move TRISTAN HALL describes how the right feet exercises that will repay you tenfold.

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other leg. Notice which of your legs is weaker. Do more zigzags on that leg until over time; both legs have the same strength. When both legs and feet are similar in strength and flexibility, your balance will naturally improve. SHORT FOOTS – this exercise wakes up the small muscles in your feet. Sit on a stable chair with no shoes on. Place your feet securely on the ground. Draw the front of your foot towards the back of your foot while leaving the toes and heel on the ground. This will cause your foot to arch more. Hold this arched position for 3 seconds then release and repeat 10 times. Switch to the other foot. TOE RAISES – this is done barefoot. Stand up and then stretch up onto your toes. Hold that position for 5 seconds then come down. Repeat this for a minute. Shake your feet to relieve any tension. This helps with balance and engages multiple muscles from your abdomen, your legs and your feet. That’s it. See you with more fun and easy home routines next month. Tristan Hall is an exercise physiologist with Full Circle Wellness. Call 0431 192 284 or visit fullcirclewellness.com.au

FIT HAPPENS With Tom Law DURING the recent floods, which affected my situation, residents who were fit and healthy enough, helped out those who were unable to do it. Having the ability, health and fitness to help ourselves is a terrific thing. Our story is minor by comparison with many others but once again it is great to see the community come together to help out those in need. I write this knowing full well many people may never recover the loss and damage to their property, never mind the mental anguish. In our own minor situation, our building was flooded or at least the carpark area was flooded. Unfortunately, like many in a similar situation our floodwater included a significant overflow from the underpressure sewer system. The really encouraging thing from our own point of view was it was all hands to the pumps literally. We had many of our unit residents assist in the mopping up and water sweeping duties. Another section and group worked outside the building complex with electric pumps to reduce the 18 YOUR TIME MAGAZINE / April 2022

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flow of water. For three days we worked in shifts, not rostered, not scheduled or arranged just people working where possible to reduce the water in the basement to keep damage to a minimum and most importantly protect the lift shafts from water. We lost the fight along the way and the amount of water cascading in from an overflowing overloaded system outside the building flooded our automatic door opening system and the two elevators shafts. The body corporate is still mopping up to some extent, building leaks we did not know we had, storage bays are being cleaned and reorganized to lift stored equipment off the ground and claims are being submitted. Some people worked through the night sweeping the water towards drains, some people wanted to help but physical restrictions prevented them from doing so. Again, it great to see the community come together. Tom Law is author of Tom’s Law Fit Happens.Visit tomslaw.com.au Sunshine Coast

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Ah, the nostalgic call of a red, hot, roaring engine A whole new world of technology is changing the way make cars, but BRUCE McMAHON says Ford’s 21st century Mustang has street cred to go into the future.

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orry, but it’s hard to go green when there’s a bloody red Mustang sitting in the driveway. The kid came in laughing. Grandad in a Mustang? Ha, ha. What a hoot and giggle. Okay son, so wait until we find some open road. With decent turns. Wait until we find a tunnel and take in the howling, scowling echoes of a proper V8. Listen up _ there’s plenty of vroom and plenty of room for older folks in this American coupe. Plus, a tonne of street cred behind those tinted windows. For as much as the motoring world is sparking up about electric cars and hydrogen-fuelled trucks, as much as folk are burying carbon in the forests of the new world, there’s a job ahead to wean many off old-school internal combustion engines. V8s in particular. For many there remain the visceral delights of a petrol V8 in full song, a quartet of exhaust pipes grumbling and mumbling at idle, thumping and angry at speed. Then there’s the exhaust’s snap, crackle and pop on the overrun as the driver backs off the throttle. Now while today’s automatic gearboxes are convenient and efficient _

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sporting too with a set of steering-wheel paddle shifts to change ratio, these can never surpass the satisfaction of snicking manual gear changes through a wellsorted transmission. And where some parrot the virtues, with conviction, of front-wheel drive there forever remains the intuitive delights of balancing a rear-drive machine just right through a highway’s twists and turns. Ford’s 21st century Mustang Fastback

has all this and a fair stack more. A proper bargain starting around $65,000. These are handsome, low-slung machines with muscled-up style, flavoured with a hint of menace. Yes, the two-door coupe has limited rear seat space and access best left to minors but the front buckets are great and all a driver needs is close to hand. Plus the Mustang arrives with all the mod-cons, all the driver and safety aids, all the infotainment gear. The boot is a

good size for a weekly shop or a week away. What’s more important is that five litre V8 under that snout, a petrolburning engine that produces 339kW (around 450 horsepower) and 441Nm of torque. This allows for excellent getaways through all that torque and tonnes of power right through the rev range. It’s an engine that loves being worked through the six-speed manual. (There’s also a ten-speed auto option.) And the Mustang and driver also love swinging through the bends, particularly up a mountain road. Switch drive mode to Sport and the steering feel tightens up so there’s no argument about which way the front wheels are pointing while the ‘Stang hunkers down at the rear. There’s a confidence to the package, despite the Ford’s heft. Plus there’s that neverending soundtrack. Easy to go for a week without turning on the stereo. The Ford Mustang is not everyone’s cup of tea. Costs a bit for what’s essentially a two-seater. Burns fossil fuels. Sounds loud. Yet this is a wonderful way to remember internal combustion engines. And quite a usable sports car. For all ages.

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Retirement is a very active verb There are certain phases associated with this new stage of life, JUDY RAFFERY discusses ways to successfully navigate a pathway through them.

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raditionally we talk about retirement as though it is a state of being. As if we are either in the state of retirement or not. But the state of being retired is more nuanced than that. While retirement is arguably a state of being, it is perhaps more of an action. You retire. Retire is a verb. And a verb is a doing word if I recall my primary school grammar lessons accurately. Increasingly people are understanding that retirement is an active process with different paths and different outcomes for each person. It is an ongoing process that starts before you have retired, and it continues on after you have officially retired. Some experts believe that there are five stages in the retirement process. I have heard those stages described variously. Some talk about the stages as imagination, anticipation, honeymoon, reality and next phase. Others call the stages planning, excitement, honeymoon, disenchantment and reorientation / stability. Yet others name pre-retirement planning, full retirement. In my book, Retirement Your Way, I

retirement, or the impact on relationships or the changes to social and family dynamics. Learn about yourself! But try not to find only the challenges. Rather look also for information on how to address those challenges. Knowledge is power … in this case it gives you the power to close the gap between the life you want to lead and the life you are leading. Retirement contentment.

see these phases a little differently and I approach them with a view to addressing the challenges that may come along at each point. There is value in naming the potential challenges so that you are not blindsided. It gives you opportunity to prepare. There is strong research evidence that retirement preparation leads to a more successful retirement journey. Of course, I am talking about emotional, psychological, mental and social preparation. Many of us are overly focussed on financial preparation. Having adequate money is important but

interestingly it is not a major factor in retirement contentment. Just knowing of the possible challenges ahead is not enough. It is invaluable to have strategies to successfully address those concerns. I like to think that my book provides this in spades. I would encourage anyone considering retirement, or already in retirement, to learn from others by spending time trawling and googling on the internet or reading existing books. For example learn about the relationship between depression/mood and

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refundable in full. Ongoing costs include the general service charge to live in the unit. It represents the ongoing costs of providing the unit, and covers rates, insurance, maintenance of common areas and community facilities. As well one can sometimes choose a support package involving food, cleaning etc. if that suits the person. Outgoing costs are essentially the exit fee, which is commonly 35% of the incoming fee after 5 years. These percentages, and the time over which they arise do vary from operator to operator. Often there are other fees, such as the operator’s legal fees, and Titles Office fees (in the case of a Lease). The impact on any pension entitlement is an important consideration so a qualified financial advisor is a very important consideration. There are a huge variety of different contracts involved and it is vital that you choose specialists in the area of Elder Law to help you through the process – not just a general practice solicitor. Sunshine Coast Elder Law are experts in most retirement living contracts covering a variety of retirement living options. Contact them on 1800 096 622 or visit www.sunshinecoastelderlaw.com.au

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GARDENING GURU BARBARA WICKES HAS PLANTED ROOTS AT B BY HALCYON

DOWNSIZING FOR A WHOLE NEW LIFE Queensland couple Les and Karen Taylor didn’t expect to fall in love with GemLife and move into an over-50s lifestyle resort. It was merely by chance that the couple came across GemLife Pacific Paradise. In fact, it was their friends who were looking for over-50s communities to downsize. “I offered to look around the Sunshine Coast for them, I wasn’t even looking for us, but when we saw the concept, we thought, ‘This is too good to be true.’ Les, 69 and Karen, 56, reveal what sold them on GemLife. “There were three things that decided us,” Les explained. “First was the financial flexibility. Downsizing from a family home to this provides financial flexibility for our retirement. “Second, it’s a secure, gated environment. It provides us with the ability to lock up and leave when we go travelling in our caravan. Also, there’s an age difference between Karen and me. I fell off a ladder recently and cracked my head open and it made me think, ‘If something happens to me, Karen won’t have to worry about maintenance, she’ll have people around and she’ll be safe.’ “Third, was the opportunity to be more socially active with like-minded people.” “We’re 2km from a beach with a surf club and restaurant precinct. We can

cycle there. We also have a shopping complex with supermarket, pharmacy, hairdresser, and newsagents just 500 metres down the road – so we don’t even have to get the car out. As a tradie, Les was impressed by the quality of the build. “The finish of the plaster work and painting was exceptional as was the quality of the exterior. It was bittersweet to move out of their family home in Noosaville, which Les had built himself. . “There was always something that needed to be done,” says Les. Les and Karen are getting ready to move into their three-bedroom, twobathroom home in GemLife Pacific Paradise with their pet dog. Homes in Stage Two at GemLife Pacific Paradise over 50s lifestyle resort are now selling. Other resorts on the Sunshine Coast include GemLife Maroochy Quays and Palmwoods. Call 1800 317 393 or visit www.gemlife.com.au

As an avid gardener with more than 40 years’ experience designing and displaying cottage gardens, Barb Wickes was excited to create a masterpiece at her new home at B by Halcyon (QLD). For 23 years, Barb and her husband, Rex, created and tended to a stunning garden in Buderim. The garden was complete with a Monet-inspired bridge and waterlilycovered lake, which featured on the ABC’s Gardening Australia in 2016. The duo sold their Mediterraneanstyle home and moved into B by Halcyon in January 2021, downsizing from their 7,500sqm subtropical garden oasis to a 500sqm plot. “I am enjoying the maintenance of a small garden, which is much more manageable and is pretty to look at from all areas,” she explained. “I’m finding my time spent in the garden is more productive as I can keep an eye on the plants, prune as needed and move plants around to fit the space.” Her tranquil back garden contains a considered selection of polyantha and Australian roses, salvias, camellia and hydrangea bushes, shrubs with burgundy foliage and perennial varieties such as agapanthus, asters, daylilies, dwarf grasses and begonias, to name a few. One of the first Australian gardeners

to champion herbs. Barb is also passionate about growing edibles in her garden. “I like to go out to my garden and pick a salad, adding colour and various tastes from subtropical vegetables and herbs,” she said. Barb co-founded The Perennial Poppies Group in 2000. The group has members from around South East Queensland, and she is keen to establish a gardening club at B by Halcyon. “Sharing is important too, and I hope this is what the gardening club will do. I’m very happy to share cuttings from my garden and interest others to grow plants. “It’s nice to be able to pick a posy of flowers from your garden for your neighbour,” Barbara says. For more information go to the website: lifebeginsathalcyon.com.au or phone 1800 560 768.

STEPS TO BUYING A UNIT IN A RETIREMENT VILLAGE HERE is a few pointers to think about as you shop around and think about where you want to live and what sort of village might suit you best. When you start comparing villages, ask lots of questions and try to speak to existing residents about what it is like to live in their village. You may wish to think about whether: • the amenities and facilities that the village has to offer suit you • the housing options in the village suit

your needs; for example, whether the rooms are big enough and the kitchen is to your liking • the location of the village is close to family and friends, shops, transport, medical facilities • they offer emergency call services • pets are allowed • family and friends can stay over • they provide social activities you would like to join Compare different villages

Retirement Villages in Queensland are required to have a website and a Village Comparison Document for prospective residents to review. This document will enable you to view and compare features of different villages. When you find a village that you are interested in living in, you can ask the scheme operator for a Prospective Costs Document. This document must be provided to you at least 21 days before you decide to enter into a contract. The PCD refers to a specific unit

in the retirement village and gives details about the village. By law, you must have a copy of your residence contract, VCD and PCD, the village by-laws and any other required documents for at least 21 days before you and the operator enter into the residence contract. Source and for more info got to: qld. gov.au/housing/buying-owning-home/ housing-options-in-retirement

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he pandemic has brought hygiene, wellbeing, and immunity into sharp focus for Australians as we are becoming more concerned with taking care of ourselves in a postpandemic world. Aussies are looking to the foundations of a recuperative lifestyle that may help support their health and wellbeing. With so many health topics on the news agenda, it is often difficult to know where to best spend your energy and focus, and often, the topics that form the baseline of our overall health and wellbeing (the boring organs) don’t always get the attention it deserves. Cue, the liver. Imagine performing 500 functions every day, 24 hours a day. That is what our liver does to help us with the digestion of proteins, mineral storage, bile production and blood filtration, supporting the removal of toxins from the body, processing food nutrients and helping to regulate body metabolism. According to the University of Western Australia, the number of Australians facing liver health challenges are projected to increase by 25 per cent by 2030. While liver problems can be inherited, there are a variety of lifestyle factors that can damage the liver.

Therefore, we thought it might be a great starting point to share five lifestyle keys with you, our readers, to unlock your journey to recuperative living, starting with your liver. 1. TIME TO CHANGE UP YOUR DIET Lockdown created a lot of angst, and naturally, a lot of people turned to things that provided them with comfort, like ‘procrasti-baking’ and cheat meals, leading to being the main cause of the term ‘Covid kilos’. To give our bodies instant support it may be a good idea to re-evaluate your diet to include a balance of fibre, dairy and ‘good’ fats, which is

shown to have major benefits for your liver health . A raw, plant-based diet is shown to also have significant benefits, as eating food that is unprocessed and in its unadulterated form is proven to improve our skin, hair, heart, liver and overall optimum organ function. 2. DRINK RESPONSIBLY Consuming large amounts of alcohol may place pressure on your liver, as it works harder to process the alcohol. When the liver cells are working too hard, it may become damaged, leading to a possible fatty liver, fibrosis and sometimes cirrhosis . You should avoid having more than two standard drinks per day. The recent rise in sober curiosity and non-alcoholic drinks is a tell-tale of the way that people are reconsidering their health and wellbeing. 3. DRINK MORE WATER Water supports your liver’s ability to detoxify. The water aids the detoxifying process by removing the toxins and flushing the liver tissues. If you are struggling to drink water throughout the day, perhaps considering other drinks such as milk or tea might be an alternative. Drinking more fluids has other benefits that can support your health like activating the internal organs, flushing toxins circulating in the body

before we consume any meal and reducing overeating. The Australian guidelines recommend men to consume 2.6L/day and women to consume 2.1L/ day of fluid . 4. EXPLORE COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES Routine check-ups with your Healthcare Practitioner and periodic blood tests are beneficial to see if your body needs support to supplement any vitamins or minerals lacking. A core supplement that is often overlooked and may have positive effects on our health is Silybum marianum, better known as milk thistle. BYHEALTH’s Milk Thistle is rich in antioxidants which have the potential to support the improvement of liver function and health which may be affected by free radicals that are produced when the liver metabolises toxic substances. Consult your healthcare professional on the benefits of milk thistle and whether this should form of your daily health routine. 5. SPEND TIME OUTDOORS Studies conducted have found that spending time in nature can act as a relief for our busy brains . a nature reserve may be a wonderful mindfulness practice and help to ground your thoughts. by-health.com.au

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THE Caloundra Arts Centre presents “A Creation of Space and be dazzled by LACE – A Space Odyssey. The show features Plastic Lace by Mary Barron, ‘Hidden Women’ exhibit by Interlace, Lace Art by Qld Lace Guild, a display by Qld Tatters, Works of Art by CACA artists and artisans and Art knits by designer Ruth Remmele. While there you can enjoy music by the CACAphonics and coffee is available. The show is on at Easter between April 15 -18, Caloundra Arts Centre, 5 North St, Caloundra between 10am to 3pm. Entry is a gold coin donation.

THE Sunshine Coast Concert Band presents AUTUMN MELODIES on Saturday, April 9 at 2.30pm in the Kawana Community Hall, Nanyima Street, Buddina. This will be an afternoon of great entertainment under the baton of music director Noel Bowden. The Sunshine Coast Concert Band (formerly Caloundra City Concert Band) is a voluntary community band that has been performing since 1996. Tickets $20 available at the door and afternoon tea and raffle prizes will be offered.

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Ingrid James voice offers infectious grooves and world-class arrangements and her interpretations are wrapped in storytelling. The event is on at Millwell Road Community Centre, 11 Millwell Rd East. Maroochydore, Sunday May 1, Music from 1.30pm to 4pm (Doors open 1.00pm). A Coffee Van will be on site from 12.30pm.There is a BYO liquor licence so you are welcome to bring along your own food and drinks. Tickets: $26.00, Seniors $24.00. Bookings: www.ticketebo.com.au/ jazz-blues-collective/ Enquiries: Graeme 0417 633 734.

including oils and watercolours to acrylic, mixed media and pastel works. De Gillett Cox, a QCA and Griffith University Honours College graduate (2012), and Head Tutor (Painting and Drawing) at Arts Tree, since 2013 will be the judge. De is an expressive artist who uses bold mark-making and layering to build rich, sumptuous surfaces and the Coolum Art Collective is delighted to have her. Entry is free, with the opportunity to purchase quality artwork and artisan items. Visitors also have the opportunity to vote for favourite artist in the “People’s Choice award”. The Easter Art Exhibition is on at Coolum Civic Centre, Friday April 15, 9am – 5pm, Saturday April 16 am – 5pm, Sunday April 17 9am – 5pm. Official Opening and presentation of prizes by De Gillett Cox on Saturday, April 16 at 4pm

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SPECTACULAR ORCHID SHOW IN CALOUNDRA

Michael Pye, Master Grower COME and experience the most beautiful orchids grown on the Sunshine Coast. The members of the

club organising the event, the Sunshine Coast Orchid Society Caloundra Inc have worked tirelessly to ensure their most precious blooms will be ready in April. This year, there will be orchids on display from eight Orchid Societies spanning from Gympie to Bribie Island. There will be raffles, sales of orchids, foliage and flowering plants and orchid growing equipment; Lunch, Morning & Afternoon Teas will be available as well. Experts will be on hand to answer your questions regarding growing orchids. This is your chance to take home a beautiful plant and memories. The show is at The Caloundra Uniting Church Hall, Cnr Queen & Ulm Streets, Caloundra (ample parking available/wheelchair accessibility), on Friday April 8 9:00am-4:00pm, Saturday April 9- 9:00am-2:00pm. Entry is $3 adults, $2 for groups, children free.

WALK AROUND AND LEARN ABOUT LOCAL HISTORY THE Caloundra Family History and Research Group are conducting history walking tours of Bulcock Street, Caloundra on April 9 and 23 and May 7 and 21 from 10.00am for a hour. These walks are part of Council’s Australian Heritage Festival which is running from April 1 to May 31. They were first started as part of the Open

Day celebrations in October 2021. Due to continued interest, the group has decided to run on a more regular basis. The tours are free but if you would like to make a donation to our group, we would be grateful. Contact June on 0409 932 229 or email president@ caloundrafamilyhistory.org.au

MIXED MEDIA ART EXHIBITION

FEEL the spirit of the world around you through the imagination and craftsmanship featured in the annual Mixed Media Art Exhibition at Buderim Craft Cottage. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to purchase your own piece of local art to transform your surroundings. These artists are members of the Buderim Craft Cottage, a renowned hub of creativity and popular Sunshine Coast gallery. This not for profit community association is dedicated to the practice and promotion of art and craft. Mixed Media is just one of 13 artisan groups at the Craft Cottage. Mixed Media refers to artwork where more than one medium is used. This group embraces pushing the boundaries from traditional art to experimenting in any medium. Members may work with one medium

or several on the one piece. You will find use of watercolour, acrylic, oil, printmaking or collage, pencils, charcoal, pastels. There will be experimental pieces and decorative pieces. Whether you want bold, or soft, abstract or realism, you will find something you love. The exhibition includes canvases, prints, works on paper - all created by imaginative artists exploring and connecting art to people. The group are both established and emerging artists. The show is on at the Buderim Craft Cottage, 5 Main Road Buderim, between Thursday, May 26 to Sunday, May 29 from 10am to 4pm. For more info: visit www.buderimcraftcottage. com.au or go to the Facebook page www.facebook.com/ buderimcraftcottage

a festival every weekend street food y live music y family fun y carnival rides & more

free entry for seniors 4pm-6pm fri & sat show your seniors card and enjoy the markets until 10pm NIGHT MARKETS & LIVE MUSIC y FRI & SAT 4PM-10PM y 8 THE AVENUE, BIRTINYA y NIGHTQUARTER.COM.AU y Sunshine Coast

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IN THE COMMUNITY

RSL DISTRIBUTES FUNDS TO WORTHY CAUSES

AUTUMN FAIR FEATURES HOME-MADE BEAUTIES

MAROOCHY RSL held their Annual Sponsorship and Donation Morning Tea this in March at the Maroochy RSL’s Event Centre. As a not-for-profit organisation Maroochy RSL’s annual charity contributions allow multiple Sunshine Coast groups including veteran support and welfare, community and sporting groups to extend their help, education, care and crisis work across a range of services. Over 85 volunteers and representatives from more than 50 of the Sunshine Coast’s most remarkable community groups were beneficiaries of financial and in-kind donations in 2021 totalling an $1,733,506. $1.448m was specifically donated to direct and indirect support of Veterans here on the Sunshine Coast. It brings Maroochy RSL’s total contributions to our Veteran and Sunshine Coast community to OVER $11 million since 2015. These donations could not have been possible without the support of Maroochy RSL’s members and guests, and their generous patronage ensures continued support for our amazing Sunshine Coast community in 2022. Maroochy RSL sponsorship applications can be made via Maroochyrsl.com.au and must meet selection criteria to be considered.

THE Sunshine Coast Arts and Craft group is holding their autumn Fair on the weekend of April 30 and May 1 starting at 9am each day. Many wonderful locally handmade items and delicious goodies will be for sale. Don’t miss out on grabbing some tickets in our amazing raffle - you could win 2 nights accommodation at the Montville Mountain Inn. April 30 and May 1 at the Montville Village Community Hall

FAMOUS ROTARY NOOSA BOOKFEST ROTARY Noosa Daybreak will be holding its Bookfest from Friday, April 29 to Sunday, May 1 at the Noosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Way, Noosaville, 9am to 5pm. This year Noosa Daybreak Rotary is partnering with the Salvation Army and the Bookfest’s major beneficiary will go to a joint initiative to support homeless in Noosa Shire. These funds are aimed towards building on existing Salvation Army programs. www.facebook.com/rotarynoosa facebook.com/ events/658656388803527?

OLDER WOMENS NETWORK IF you are a woman over 50 who is interested in social activities, meeting new friends and more, come along to our friendly welcoming branch meeting Older Women’s Network Maroochydore. Members enjoy a chat, discuss a range of topics, try a range of activities and have fun while making new friends. For more information contact Lee 0429 831 414

MEDITATION TO WATERCOLOURS Anna is a registered and practising teacher and Member of Yoga Australia specialising in Yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra is a deep guided resting meditation where using the breath and body awareness techniques guide the body and mind to a gradual state of stillness, calm and clarity. This April, Anna is holding a resting guided 40 minute Yoga Nidra

Meditation which transitions to a Peaceful Play with Watercolours. The class will be held on April 17, Easter Sunday at Kawana Island Meeting Place, Grand Ave, Kawana Island (near Green Zebra Restaurant). $25 covers all Art supplies, tea and GF bliss balls You can book via email YogArt idra@ gmail.com contact Anna 0431 873 042

CLUB NEEDS WOOD

up a significant part of the club Especially in demand are supplies of maple, red and white cedar, silky oak, camphor laurel, Huon pine, hairy oak, walnut, mahogany, blackbutt, New Guinea rosewood and many others. So if you have any unwanted wood that you are prepared to donate to the club please call Graeme on 0435 045 886.

Members of the Caloundra Woodworking Club are on the lookout for any unwanted timber that could be used for projects at the club. On any day there could be carvers at work, box makers, wood turners, pyrographers, scroll sawers, people making ukuleles, fine furniture, pens or virtually anything made from wood. Ladies make

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EXPERTS PROMOTION

INDUSTRY EXPERTS LEGAL

ORTHOPAEDIC

SKIN CARE

DENTAL

The pitfalls of ‘home made’ Wills

Recovery after an anterior total hip replacement

Quality of skin checks matter

Dental implants prove a successful dental treatment

This is the seventh in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. “I can do my Will myself, right?” Well, yes but what is the ‘true cost’ of trying to save a few dollars now? If your ‘do it yourself’ Will is not properly drafted, clear in its terms and correctly witnessed, the true cost of the Will may substantially exceed the cost of seeking legal advice now in the preparation of your estate planning. Often it is necessary to make an Application to the Court to seek Orders to rectify defects in ‘home made’ Wills. Your home made Will might not be legally recognised and the cost to prove the document is your Will may be significant. Also, it might not ‘catch’ all of the assets that you intend, such as jointly held property, life insurance and superannuation. By not taking on the responsibility to have your Will and estate plan in place, you can cause unnecessary emotional hurt and significant cost for friends and family members.

TRENT WAKERLEY DIRECTOR, KRUGER LAW LEVEL 3, OCEAN CENTRAL, OCEAN STREET, MAROOCHYDORE 5443 9600, KRUGERLAW.COM.AU Sunshine Coast

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Many patients are surprised at how quickly they can comfortably ambulate after an anterior total hip replacement. We typically mobilise patients within hours of their surgery. Most of our patients usually rapidly progress to being independent on crutches and require them for only one to two weeks. There are many factors that dictate how long a patient needs to stay in hospital but generally getting back to your home environment as soon as it is safe to do so is an important component of your physical as well as your psychological recovery. Excessive physical activity in the first two months after a hip replacement is counterproductive. We generally recommend gentle walking and stretching. Many patients are safe to drive after just three to four weeks and can perform most of their everyday activities within six weeks. For patients who enjoy more extreme activities such as surfing, they should wait at least three months to return. All patients are different, and you should discuss your specific situation with your orthopaedic surgeon.

DR DAEVYD RODDA SUNSHINE COAST ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP SUNSHINE COAST UNIVERSITY PRIVATE HOSPITAL SUITE 12, 3 DOHERTY STREET, BIRTINYA 5493 8038, SCORTHOGROUP.COM.AU

Every day, over 2000 people in Australia are treated for skin cancer and two out of every three people will be diagnosed with a skin cancer by the age of 70. Yet many Australians are unaware of the value of an accredited skin cancer expert who has completed significant additional study and passed rigorous assessment in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of skin cancer. There are many “skin cancer clinics” and corporate skin cancer chains. This does not guarantee an accredited doctor. Choosing an accredited expert ensures you receive best-practice diagnosis and treatment by an expert in special examination, eliminating unnecessary biopsies, effective skin cancer surgery with minimal scarring and knowledge of alternatives to surgery. So, who is an accredited expert? Dermatologists are accredited specialists in this field, along with Fellows of the Australian Institute of Dermatology. Accreditation is also available though the Skin Cancer Institute and Skin Cancer College Australasia. Choose wisely! Your skin will thank you for it.

Designed to provide a solid and durable foundation for a tooth root, dental implants will look, feel and function just like a natural tooth. They can enable you to reclaim the ability to eat, chew and smile with confidence, knowing that your smile is restored long-term! What are dental implants? Dental implants are small titanium screws inserted directly into your jaw at the site of tooth loss. For three to six months the screw is left to fuse with the bone to create a strong support. Once this is complete, your Prosthodontist or Restorative Dentist will construct implant-supported removable dentures, dental bridges or dental crowns to complete the treatment. Costs associated with dental implants may be claimable through Medicare. We also offer the All-On-4™ concept procedure, a technique enables replacement of all of your teeth (usually one jaw at a time) with fixed bridges in a matter of days. There are a number of combinations of this technique which can be adjusted to suit your individual requirements.

DR DANIEL BOTHMA DERMASURG SKIN CANCER & DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, KULUIN VILLAGE SOUTH. 1 INDIANA PLACE, KULUIN. WWW.DERMASURG.COM.AU, WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/DERMASURGSC WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM/DERMASURGMD

DR IAN WILSON – BDS, MDS, FRACDS, FRACDS (OMS), ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON, COAST ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL DENTAL IMPLANT SURGERY CENTRE, SUNSHINE COAST UNIVERSITY PRIVATE HOSPITAL, CONSULTING ROOM 1, 3 DOHERTY STREET, BIRTINYA, T: 1800 623 338 E: INFO@ COASTOMS.COM.AU April 2022 / YOUR TIME MAGAZINE 31

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The WORLD in Your Hands

Travel in Your Time

10 reasons why you need to visit Launceston When KERRY HEANEY visited one of the world’s greatest food regions she brought back news of some very quirky, unique and artful experiences.

Kerry at Cataract Gorge

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asmania’s newest UNESCO City of Gastronomy has half the population of Hobart but has won recognition as one of the world’s great food regions. Surrounded by fertile land and an abundant sea, Launceston’s paddock to plate culture has spawned diverse food experiences. Expect to discover urbane dining, quirky bars and cafes, an enviable farmers market, and a region filled with truffle growing and berry farming. It’s also a walkable city filled with cute Victorian streetscapes, designer homeware shops, art galleries. There are gorges to walk and food trails to follow. In less than 20 minutes’ drive from the city heart, you can relax in an artfully designed vineyard sipping a premium local wine. Here are 10 reasons you should visit Launceston, Tasmania’s largest northern city. BREAKFAST IN A FLOUR MILL

WALKTHROUGH A GORGE It is an easy walk into the gorge as you stroll along a path that looks down onto the South Esk River. A swimming pool at First Basin is a favourite spot for locals. Still, it’s a different type of local, exotically plumed peacocks that rule in the Victorian garden on the shady south side of the gorge. For an alternate view, ride the chairlift over the vast natural basin, which spans 457 metres, believed to be the longest single chairlift span in the world. HOT COALS AND SMOKE Sample the flavour-filled menu at Timbre, where the food is cooked with the assistance of hot coals and smoke. Located alongside Velo Vineyard and Cellar Door, Timbre is well-loved by locals. Although the menu is a moveable feast, you’ll always find the comfort of wood oven grilled cheese with granny Jean’s mustard pickle. STROLL THE CBD Spend the afternoon browsing through Launceston’s quirky CBD, where old Victorian-style shop fronts mix with seriously tempting homewares, art galleries and food emporiums. Must-stops are the National Trust Old Umbrella Shop and Gourlay’s Sweet Shop, where you

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should try a classic Launceston acid drop lolly. Don’t miss the Design Centre Tasmania and the Waverly Woollen Mills Factory Outlet. Walk off your lollies with a wander through Launceston City Park which has a Japanese Macaque Monkey enclosure. QUEEN VICTORIA MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY The Queen Victoria Art Gallery at Royal Park houses Launceston’s impressive contemporary and traditional art collection. At Inveresk, the natural science and history collection is where you’ll see the last remains of a Tasmanian tiger. GRAIN OF THE SILOS Grain of the Silos is an onsite restaurant that has a heavy focus on supporting local farmers and producers. Start with a snack of raw salmon on a wasabi leaf or a pulled pork croquette. Follow with tender, crisp fried potato gnocchi with mushrooms and shavings of fresh truffle and the ethically raised Scottsdale pork chops with their sweet, tender meat and crisp crackling. Finish your evening with drinks in the Peppers Silo lounge. MARKET SHOPPING According to locals, the Launceston Harvest Market is the place you plan to go to and where you make plans. This popular Saturday morning Harvest Market opens from 8.30 am, and there are plenty of places to eat before browsing the stalls. FOLLOW THE WINE TRAIL The Tamar Wine Route has many gems, but a visit to the rammed earth cellar door at Clover Hill is hard to beat for champagne lovers. The relaxed vibe of their cellar door is complemented by expansive views over rolling green hills on the 66-hectare property overlooking

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Built in the 1830s as a flour mill, the thick timbered walls of Stillwater provide a warm rustic dining charm that complements the wide stretch of the River Tamar outside. The contemporary menu runs from breakfast to dinner with dining inside or alfresco on umbrellashaded tables. Browse the seasonally inspired breakfast menu for gems such as thick-cut ham from local Mount Gnomon Farm topped with hollandaise and vinegar. Or lash out with a rye waffle adorned with cold-smoked Huon salmon and a mustard crème fraiche.

Stillwater Seven room view over the Tamar River the Bass Strait. TASTE A SEASONAL BREAKFAST The highly seasonal breakfast at Bryher in George Street includes gems such as black pudding scotch egg and a Bryher rarebit filled with Pyengana cheddar and topped with Morrison Ale béchamel. Fill any tummy gaps with their immensely popular doughnut pastries. Bryher’s quirky interior is filled with collectables, but you’ll be collecting jams and preserves to take from the house-made selection. YOU CAN’T MISS EVANDALE Pretty as a picture, Evandale is one of the best-preserved historic towns in Australia, with some buildings dating back to 1809. Wander the streets, check out the shops and galleries, and stop for a drink and early dinner in the cozy Clarendon Arms. Then, it’s just a sixminute drive to the airport for your trip home. EatdrinkandbeKerry.com.au

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THE WAIT IS OVER! Royal Caribbean International is celebrating a milestone more than two years in the making as cruising makes a highly anticipated return to Australia this year. Australians will have their pick of memorable holiday experiences with Ovation of the Seas sailing from Sydney from October and Quantum of the Seas sailing from November from the beautiful city of Brisbane . Each cruise will be delivering unparalleled, signature adventures against the picturesque beauty of Australia’s spectacular coastline this summer. Holidaymakers can take in the breathtaking sights from North Star – a world-recordholder as the highest viewing deck on a cruise ship - or the RipCord by iFLY skydiving experience, both taking adventure to new heights. Get your adrenaline pumping no matter your age when you catch a wave on the FlowRider surf simulator, scale the rock-climbing wall or head to SeaPlex. To wind things down after an actionpacked day, kick back at the Vitality Spa or enjoy quality family time at Splashaway Bay aqua park. Your palate is also in for a treat. Experience a whole world of wonderful flavours at restaurants before catching impressive live entertainment productions. Royal Caribbean continues to

implement health and safety measures for the well-being of guests, crew members and the destinations visited. The comprehensive, multi-layered set of measures include pre-departure wellness screenings and testing, contactless embarkation and debarkation, enhanced ventilation and sanitisation onboard, as well as sailing with fully vaccinated crew members and guests. It’s time to celebrate the return of cruising with Royal Caribbean. You will find a range of great offers are out now for the 2022/23 season, including savings of up to 30%, or get in early for summer 2023/24 when Royal Caribbean brings Enchantment of the Seas Down Under too!

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Includes: • Eden Gardens & M/tea • Roma St. Parkland • Deception Bay Orchid Nursery and so much more

ULURU & ALICE SPRINGS INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS • Cruise on Milford Sound • Travel on the iconic TranzAlpine rail • Enjoy wine tasting & lunch at Gibbston Valley • Explore the beautiful Larnach Castle with an included high tea • Stay at the spectacular Hermitage Hotel for stunning views of Mount Cook Village • Visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Museum and enjoy Big Sky Star Gazing at Mount Cook • Included Gondola in Queenstown and Christchurch • Return economy flights Brisbane to Christchurch • Hosted by an experienced Travel Associates Travel Advisor • 12 nights in four star hotels, breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 5 dinners • Inclusive sightseeing as per the itinerary The tour is exclusive to Playford Travel Pty Ltd Trading as Travel Associates Caloundra, Travel Associates Mountain Creek and Hosted Holidays - Licence 3145713. Prices are shown as per person based on Twin Share. All prices subject to availability at the time of booking This group requires a minimum of 20 people and has a maximum of 40 people. A 25% deposit and completed booking form are required within 7 days of booking to secure your space. Final payment is then due 60 days prior to travel. Cancellation fees: 60 days or more prior to travel forfeit deposit. 30-60 days prior to travel forfeit 50% of monies paid. 30 days or less prior to travel forfeit 100% of monies paid.

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17th-23rd June 2022 - $3995 per person twin share $4895 Single Room

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WARWICK & STANTHORPE

28th Nov-1st Dec 2022 - $1375 per person twin share $1575 Single Room

Includes • Home pickups (conditions may apply) • 4 Star accommodation • 5 Star Coach • All meals

TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS FRASER ISLAND

15th – 17th September 2022 $895 per person twin share $1150 Single Room

Includes • Home pickups, conditions may apply. • Coach, accommodation, all meals. Don’t miss out!

4th – 7th October 2022 $1275 per person twin share $1545 Single Room

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INTRODUCING TASMANIA – THE FOOD, THE HISTORY AND THE NATURAL BEAUTY. Think fine food, historic buildings and amazing natural beauty – think Tasmania. But that’s all you have to do - to really explore and experience this wonderful island, CTTravel organisers have created a 14 day tour itinerary that will allow you to get to close to the essence of Tasmania. Here is a brief outline of this great adventure. The tour begins at the Brisbane airport where you board a flight that takes you to Launceston. From the airport you head to a hotel where you can settle in for the next two nights and start to explore the Tamar region including Beaconsfield Gold Mine and Heritage Museum, Beauty Point where you gain unique access to the mysterious seahorse and the Tasmanian platypus Stopping in Swansea, a town nestled on the magnificent blue waters of Great Oyster Bay, we enjoy our morning break while marvelling at the mountain range called the Hazards. Leaving Swansea, we spot the Spikey Bridge – there is no doubt as to how it got its name. Feasting our eyes upon the spectacular coastal views to Orford, we peel away to Buckland, where we find a quaint little church with a stained-glass window depicting the life of

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Tasmania lighthouse John the Baptist. with history, from there we stop to capture the oldest bridge in Australia, the convict-built Richmond Bridge. You will be thrilled with the spectacular atmosphere of Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park with its ancient rainforest and scenery. Bruny Island is another highlight of the tour. Ferry to Adventure Bay to start a true gourmet experience - cheese, oysters, fudge, wine and so much more! Don’t forget to keep an eye out for the rare white wallabies. Cruising down the iconic Gordon River is a must do when visiting Tasmania. Our cruise will bring the river and its rich history to life. This is just a snapshot to whet your appetite for a unique adventure. The 14-day tour, is between November 7-20. For more details go to CTTravel.com

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With our favourite neighbour opening up for vaccinated Australian citizens and permanent residents on April 12, it’s time to plan your getaway to New Zealand’s South Island! From wine tasting in the caves of Gibbston valley to star gazing at Mount Cook, this magical land is sure to enchant even the most particular travellers. Travelling South from Christchurch, you’ll be treated to the spectacular scenery of the West coast which culminates in dramatic glaciers and the ethereal Lake Matheson reflecting iconic Mount Cook. Animal lovers will also delight in New Zealand’s unique and diverse ecology with local seal colonies viewable from the Milford Sound cruise and the world’s only mainland breeding colony of the Northern Royal Albatross. If its incredible architecture that really excites you then you won’t be disappointed. Dunedin, affectionately known as the Edinburgh of New Zealand, is home to some architectural gems including the Municipal Chambers, St Paul’s Cathedral, First Church and the University of Otago. Set against a backdrop of rolling green hills and New Zealand’s famous sheep, you’ll feel like you’re on a movie set! You would be forgiven for assuming New Zealand’s South Island is tranquil to its core but there is a dare-devil side to this

Tranz Alpine Crossing Waimakariri Bridge area for those looking to spice up their holiday experience. Helicopter rides over the area’s famous glaciers, jet boating and bungy jumping are all readily available for the bold few. Want something a little more your pace? The Skyline gondola in Queenstown, the steepest cable car lift in the Southern hemisphere offers a thrilling but gentle ride with views of Coronet Peak, Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown itself. From the second you step off the plane you’ll be struck by the richness of this varied island. With a timeless landscape and a history, Zealand’s South Island doesn’t skip a single landmark . For more info. go to hostedholidays.com.au https://whc.unesco.org/en/ statesparties/n

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Departing 19th April, 2022 for 17 days Brisbane to Brisbane including Biloela, Emerald, Longreach, Winton, Eromanga, Cunnamulla, Charlotte Plains, Charleville, Roma and more.

Departing 16th January, 2023 for 12 days Includes Christchurch, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Dunedin, Mt Cook, Arthur’s Pass, Franz Josef, Queenstown, TranzAlpine Railway, Larnach Castle, Lake Wakatipu, Lake Benmore, Bowen Falls and more.

Departing 1st September, 2023 for 12 days Including Cairns, historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, Lakefield National Park, Daintree National Park, Horn Island, Thursday Island, Jardine River, Weipa, Cape Tribulation and Cape York - the most northern tip of Australia and more!

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‘The Silo Art Trend’ is infusing Australians with newfound energy and enthusiasm. There are currently seven painted silos in New South Wales and on our 10day/9 night exploration of regional NSW we will visit 6 of these fascinating art works whilst exploring picturesque country towns and spend a night in an African Safari Retreat.

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BOOK REVIEW

BILL MCCARTHY Who ever heard of a cowboy called Phil. This is the only ridiculous bit in this gritty dark and complex novel set in Montana in the early 20”s. There are so many themes running through the story it is hard to know where to start. Two brothers, Phil, a natural cowboy, clever, talented with a vicious bent and George the plodder is both single and live for the ranch and their stock. When Phil abuses the town Doctor, it sets in motion events that will change their lives. The Doctor dies and George, to Phil’s disgust, marries the widow. Phil begins a campaign to destroy the marriage but the son becomes the angel of vengeance in a most unlikely way. Tautly written, with unexpected turns, this psychological thriller will keep you engrossed to the end.

SUZI HIRST That Thomas Savage wrote this book in 1967 and the story set in 1925 is quite remarkable. I googled Thomas Savage and would think that the Power of the Dog is partly biographical. The repressed homosexuality and the intolerance of the masculine west towards homosexuals. Two brothers set in their ways. The older brother who has it all looks charm and intelligence, and George the younger brother, the plodder, who he bullied relentlessly. The book from the first paragraph through to the twist at the end in filled with dread and the tension builds with each chapter. The book is very well written, the characters so well portrayed, I shall read it again after I watch the movie now available on Netflix. 10/10

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First published in 1967, Thomas Savage’s western novel about two brothers. Phil and George are brothers, more than partners, joint owners of the biggest ranch in their Montana valley. Phil is the bright one, George the plodder. Phil is tall and angular; George is stocky and silent. Phil is a brilliant chess player, a voracious reader, an eloquent storyteller; George learns slowly, and devotes himself to the business. Phil is a vicious sadist, with a seething contempt for weakness to match his thirst for dominance; George has a gentle, loving soul and there iies the tension.

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TONY HARRINGTON This book is a powerful story of a rich cattle family set in Utah 1924. Now resurrected as a literary masterpiece it was not popular with the general public initially because of the theme of repressed homosexuality. The principal characters are two brothers, Phil, a clever closet homosexual who viciously taunts and humiliates his “fatso” brother George and his wife Rose. Phil is a super macho cowboy trying to mask his hidden homosexual tendencies. Rose’s young son, Peter, from a previous marriage comes to visit the ranch. He is an unusually bright and feminine boy who arouses Phil’s homoerotic tendencies. The character studies are well crafted as is the life and times on an emerging modern cowboy ranch. This is a story of different and difficult family relationships and one of revenge for hurtful behaviours. An excellent read. 9/10

JO BOURKE This book takes the prize for the most misleading title ever! Certainly not a happy dog story! The graphic castration description sets the scene for the tough and huge cattle ranch existence run by two brothers who couldn’t be more different but have shared the same bedroom for 40 years! Really? In a huge house!! No wonder the arrival of George’s wife was never going to work. Hard to believe this story was written 50 years ago based on the author’s own life experiences. The imagery is incredibly vivid and the characters seep into our minds as we read. The coldness in the big house is nothing compared to the unrelenting coldness of Phil towards George’s wife, Rose. No wonder she succumbed to alcohol and no wonder her ‘different’ son Peter was aware and determined to rescue her. It is a complex and bleak story now a Netflix film nominated for many awards. From the trailers it looks like the actors have been well chosen. It seems the movie covers only one-third of the book so hopefully the release of the movie will attract more readers.

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JOHN KLEINSCHMIDT This book is a very different kind of western that contrasts two brothers Phil and George the wealthy owners of a ranch in Montana in the 1920’s. Deep sensitivity to the characters is cleverly offset by the harsh authenticity of the language. The strange dynamics between the brothers is engaging and the highlight of the book. Phil lives in the past, is intense, a natural leader and talented in all that he does while George is easy going, at times slow but living in the present, Their very different ways to live collide when George marries Rose and introduces her young son Peter, the antithesis of all that Phil believes. Well worth the time to read.

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adit, anti, dint, doit, idiot, into, iota, nota, onto, oxidant, OXIDATION, taxi, toad, tondo, toxin

18. What food item is sometimes referred to as “HXB”?

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17. What British landmark is known as “Buck House”?

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16. What was the country of origin of the workwear brand Stubbies?

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10. What colour is pure sulphur?

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9. What is the smallest whole number with five digits?

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8. What cereal is a key ingredient in Anzac biscuits?

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7. Where on the body is a sombrero worn?

SUDOKU (EASY)

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6. What form of entertainment is “rom com” short for?

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5. What is the easternmost Australian state that does not use daylight saving?

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4. Who commanded the Bark Endeavour in 1770 on its voyage of discovery?

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3. In what field of the arts has Australian Samuel Johnson made his mark?

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2. In what sport is a shuttlecock used?

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1. What is the job of a chemical that is a desiccant: to lubricate, to dry, to light up?

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PUZZLES

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ACROSS 1 Military appointment is, in two ways, accepted by General (10) 6 Meadow with fine foliage (4) 10 Craftsman’s time is taken up by a bunch of sailors (7) 11 Children are kept outside commercial pantomime (7) 12 Heroic tales, relayed by Diggers, plugged by 60 minutes (9) 13 Problem struck church (5) 14 Place stocking a medium and heavy silk fabric (6) 16 Author’s pronounced impudence (6)

19 Open mostly in, say, a weekly timeslot (6) 20 Members of commune scorned agency responsible for the World Heritage List (6) 23 Patent is settled ahead of time (5) 24 Traditional jeer is supporting a strong desire (9) 26 Make good start to speech in particular (7) 27 Reformed sufferers not given support by iron men who ride the waves (7) 28 Severely criticise a determined amount (4)

1 Correct time is logged in quarry (8) 2 Power supply’s temperature in lodge lifted (5) 3 Adhesive strip, put against line, twisted (10,4) 4 Broadcaster’s goal revealed in series (6) 5 Part of casino is accommodating uplifting event (8) 7 Topless one involved in sex acts arranged care? (9) 8 Fat brownie, say, backed up throw (6) 9 NT tourist attraction got a green hiker worried (9,5) 15 Miser, beaten up, left a false statement (9) 17 Many Scouts, gathered together, preserve Australian wattle (8) 18 Look after building applications one secured in heated circumstances (5-3) 21 Axeman decapitated rabbit, for example (6) 22 Start middle section of tour match standing up (6) 25 Compartment of wardrobe seems bigger than intended (5)

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PUZZLES

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No. 3685

9-LETTER WORD

No. 057

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1 Resource (5) 4 Social exclusion (9) 9 Arab state (5) 10 Fine ceramic material (9) 11 Put a file online (6) 12 Italian church (8) 14 Candle holders (10) 15 Set (3) 17 Tree (3) 19 Repetition (10) 23 Large marsupial (8)

24 Gardening implement (6) 26 Destroy (9) 27 Chickens, pigeons etc. (5) 28 Brazen (9) 29 Now (5)

DOWN 1 Sanctuary (6) 2 Country in Horn of Africa (7) 3 Drinking vessel (7) 4 ‘My bad!’ (4) 5 Well-worn (10)

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6 Common name for the US (7) 7 Medical technique (7) 8 By hand (8) 13 Voters (10) 16 Submissiveness (8) 18 US state (7) 19 Accomplish (7) 20 Show (7) 21 Camouflaged (7) 22 Meaty (6) 25 Tidings (4)

No. 893

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