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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In a culture obsessed with staying young, we ignore the many benefits of ageing

We spend billions trying to look and feel younger, but ageing is not simply a story of decline. Research suggests later life can bring greater emotional stability, stronger self-regulation, deeper relationships and a better ability to focus on what matters. Read More

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
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