Make an effort to rise early and greet the day with a smile
I may be wrong, but I think that very few people wake up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. Especially those getting on in years.
John Wilson
Sandy’s journey: I’ve lived the life that I believed I was given
Meet Sandy, a man whose life exemplifies resilience, service, and compassion.
Logan Local
Two giants of Logan City Council say thank you and farewell
City of Logan Mayor Darren Power chaired his final Logan City Council meeting during March.
How Anglicare Southern Queensland helps foster social connection
Feeling socially connected is important for older Queenslanders as it can reduce feelings of loneliness, provide independence, and create a sense of belonging and connection to the community and their peers.
A Meditation practice that can support a positive approach to daily living
Developing a practice of Loving-kindness Meditation, also known as Metta Meditation, is a transformative journey that cultivates compassion and empathy towards oneself and others.
Australia’s peacekeeping missions since 1947
Australians have served in peacekeeping roles every year since 1947. The first Australian peacekeepers were deployed to the Netherlands East Indies (now Indonesia).
A veteran talks about mateship, connection and taking care of your community
Allan Ploenges has a ready smile and expressive blue eyes, his demeanour is outgoing and positive – above all, he’s ready to speak about the things that matter to him.
Gail Forrer
Gardening is not a dying art
An old copy of the Queensland Garden Annual, 6th edition, recently came into my possession. Its aged pages, tinted yellow with time, and the worn cover adorned with handwritten notes spoke volumes about its history.
Survey goal to improve disability services
People living with disability are being asked to take part in a state government-funded survey which aims to help improve inclusion and services.
Seniors embrace the single life
The ‘grey divorce’ trend is on the rise in Australia, with new data revealing close to a third (32 per cent) of divorces are taking place after the age of 50.