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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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

From the Sunshine Coast pool to the Tokyo Olympics: Lilian’s story

Lilian now lives in aged care, but her extraordinary story began long before that. From training before dawn on the Sunshine Coast to earning a place on Australia’s Olympic squad for the 1964 Tokyo Games, her love of swimming has never faded. Michael Preston shares her remarkable story. Read More

Elderly woman allegedly murdered by her son exposes Tasmania’s family violence blind spot

An 85-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her own son. But under Tasmania’s laws, it isn’t considered family violence. Here’s why. Read More
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