Human Interest
We believe that older people are undervalued in society, and we are doing everything we can to change that perception. Let's celebrate and bring to light the colourful lives and real stories of older people.
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She envied her sister’s beauty, but her sister envied her life

In an aged care home, Jane finally heard something she never expected from her younger sister. Storyteller Michael Preston shares the story of two sisters who spent a lifetime comparing themselves with each other. Read More

The curious world Gracie created from her aged care armchair

Aged care resident Gracie has a fascination with the lives of other people, from the miniature glass animals her mother treasured to the homes of celebrities she watched on television. Storyteller Michael Preston shares how this unusual pastime has become a source of joy, imagination and reflection for Gracie. Read More

Has hay fever season started early? And what’s the most common culprit?

Sneezing, itchy eyes and a blocked nose? Hay fever season may have arrived early in parts of Australia. Strong vegetation growth across the eastern states could mean more pollen in the air, with grass pollen the most common culprit. Here’s what’s driving this year’s season and how to keep symptoms under control. Read More
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