The Heart of Giving: Understanding and avoiding volunteer burnout
Volunteering is a deeply rewarding way to give back to the community and enrich your life, especially in later years when many seek meaningful engagement. However, even the most passionate volunteers can experience burnout—a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overcommitment. Volunteer burnout often manifests in feelings of fatigue,…
Gail Forrer
Bridging the Gap: Staying close with your adult children
Retirement offers the gift of time, but for parents, it can also come with a delicate balancing act: how to stay close to adult children who are navigating busy lives filled with careers, parenthood, and other responsibilities. While the generational divide can sometimes feel wide, intentional efforts can strengthen these connections without overstepping boundaries. First,…
Life’s everyday gamble of trust vs.risk
Are you a gambler? When you really think about it, most of us are in some form or other. Be it the horses, pokies, Keno, sports, stocks and shares or any other form of recognised gambling. Most of it is innocent fun, “to take a chance” on lotto or Powerball, Maybe we hope for the…
John Wilson
Finding Love After 60: A new chapter of the heart
Love doesn’t come with an age limit; in fact, finding love after 60 can be one of life’s most enriching and rewarding experiences. At this stage, relationships are often less about the thrill of discovery and more about deep connections, shared values, and mutual respect. To embark on this journey, the first step is embracing…
Finding Her Voice: How Jenny Aarts discovered joy in jazz later in life
When Jenny Aarts and her late husband decided to travel around Australia, they planned more than just their transport and itinerary. Importantly, they made note of all the places where they could stop, sing, and connect with the local community. A couple of decades earlier, this is something Jenny might not have considered. Although her…
Gail Forrer
Experience the magic and beauty of life-like flowers
Imagine holding the bouquet of your dreams—untouched by seasons, weather, or time. Thanks to Kris Kirshaw’s expertise in artificial floral design, this vision can become your reality. Forget the outdated days of stiff, plastic-looking arrangements. Today’s artificial flowers are a world apart, offering stunningly realistic beauty and lasting value. With over 30 years of…
Valentine’s Day: From ancient rituals to modern romance in Australia
Valentine’s Day, celebrated on February 14th, traces its origins to ancient Rome. The festival of Lupercalia, held in mid-February, was a pagan fertility celebration involving rituals to ward off evil spirits and ensure fertility and health. As Christianity spread, the festival was replaced by a day honoring St. Valentine. The historical St. Valentine is believed…
Eagleby Residents Unite for a Quieter, Greener Future
As 2025 speeds ahead, many people are working to turn their hopes and dreams into reality. Claire Taylor of Eagleby is one of them. For six years, Claire has been campaigning for a quieter, greener future. Along with a dedicated group of like-minded residents, she is urging the state government to reconsider a proposed project—the…