The Senior
Saturday, 15 June 2024
Carer breaks Alaine's trust: family ripped apart by elder abuse
Alaine Chanter (inset) is advocating for change, speaking at the Australian Elder Abuse Conference in Adelaide July 22-24. For more details visit www.eaaa.org.au.
Alaine watched a loved one be 'manipulated' and 'coerced'.
Desiree Savage Anthony Caggiano
Inheritance impatience fuels an alarming rise in elder abuse reports
Enough is enough, here's where to get help.
Therese Murray
Cameron Street, Launceston. COTA Tasmania's annual Walks Against Elder Abuse Picture: Paul Scambler. The Examiner.
Warm safe homes project highlights elder abuse and housing challenges
A warm safe home template and toolkit is available at elderabuseawarenessday.org.au/warm-safe-home. Picture supplied.
In elder abuse situations, the home can become a place of danger.
Eileen Wood
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Landmark plea for villages nationwide to unite against elder abuse
Retirement villages fight against elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
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Statement of respect aims to address elder abuse in retirement vilages. Picture Unsplash
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Limo and champers: Nanna shocked by ALDI VIP day out
Phyllis Brooks, 95, was left 'dumbfound' by extravagant shopping trip.
Desiree Savage
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Limo and champers: Nanna shocked by ALDI VIP day out
The doomsday cult, the missing mum and daughter and Barry's hunt for answers
James and Catherine McDougall have created a memorial in their front garden in memory of their daughter and granddaughter. Picture by James Wiltshire
Chantelle and Leela McDougall went missing in July, 2007.
Madilyn McKinley
Tech skills program key to connecting older hands and hearts
More than 2 million seniors have signed up for this computer skills program.
Rowan Cowley
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The federal government's Be Connected program aims to help seniors improve their digital literacy. Picture from Shutterstock
Tasmanian penguins travelling around the world thanks to Men's Sheds
Turners Marsh board member Greg Stewart with laser cut penguins. Picture by Craig George
Antarctic Festival will be held from August 22 - 25 in Hobart.
Saree Salter
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Celebrate all things the Antarctic has to offer at this popular festival
If you can't get to Antarctica, think about Hobart!
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Never mind other cities' light shows, the recent spectacular view of the southern lights over Hobart was a vivid reminder of just how close Australia is to Antarctica in world terms. Pictire supplied
Expert on 'birds and the bees' talks future of honey in Australia
Expert on beekeeping explains the need for bees in the ecosystem.
James Parker
Dr Doug Somerville at his property in Buckajo. Picture by James Parker
Newcastle photographic exhibition recalls the glory days of steam
'Railway Portraits' by Robert and Bruce Wheatley recalls the glory days of steam over 60 years
Mike Scanlon
One of the early morning pictures from the Railway Portraits exhibition at Newcastle Region Library. Picture by Robert and Bruce Wheatley
Kate making "good progress", will attend royal event
The Princess of Wales says is making "good progress" and will attend the Trooping of the Colour. (AP PHOTO)
Princess Kate will attend the Kind's birthday parade - her first appearance since she was diagnosed with cancer and paused public life to receive treatment.
Let's talk about sex: Webinar tackles intimacy as we age
What rights do older people have to intimacy in their lives?
Eileen Wood
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Join a webinar on intimacy for older people. Picture Unsplash
Buyer beware: Five dud products to avoid during end of financial year sales
CHOICE warns these products should be avoided during end of financial year sales. Pictures supplied
Looking for a bargain? These poorly performing products are best avoided.
Rowan Cowley
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Here's how many cups of tea aged care residents drink each year
How the humble cuppa can boost your health and soul!
Desiree Savage
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Couple enjoys a humble pot of tea on their verandah. ACM file picture
Storm warning as foul weather set to increase risk of doggy displacement
Bad winter weather leaves dogs at extra risk of becoming lost.
Rowan Cowley
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Dog owners are being warned to ensure their pets are safe and secure this winter. File photo

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Celebrate all things the Antarctic has to offer at this popular festival
Never mind other cities' light shows, the recent spectacular view of the southern lights over Hobart was a vivid reminder of just how close Australia is to Antarctica in world terms. Pictire supplied
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The ultimate guide to Australia's best restaurants
Katrina Lobley
Pipit, NSW. Picture: DNSW
'We have listened': Sneak peek at new 12 Apostles centre's rooftop garden
Katrina Lovell
A new look at the proposed Twelve Apostles visitor centre featuring a rooftop garden. The designs is still subject to approvals. Picture supplied
Health
Infection treatment advance to save thousands of lives
Sepsis survivor Caitlin Alsop's family were told to prepare for the worst. (Supplied/AAP PHOTOS)
Savannah Meacham
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A woman models Hydragun's HeatPulse Back & Core massager. Picture supplied
Let's talk about sex: Webinar tackles intimacy as we age
Eileen Wood
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Join a webinar on intimacy for older people. Picture Unsplash
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Serene luxury on the mighty Mekong River reflects future plans for trailblazing Aussie company
APT's Mekong Serenity lets guests experience Vietnam and Cambodia on the famous Mekong River. Picture supplied
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Step back in time: Discover the hidden gems in Penrith City
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St Marys' iconic Bennett's Wagons were internationally recognised for their quality and design. Picture supplied
Discover your home among the gum trees
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Memory Lane: Remembering the 'sun tan man' spraying bronzed bodies on the Gold Coast
The pictured Rolls-Royce (vintage even at the time) was used by the entrepreneurial John Paterson to spruik his Vita-Sun tanning lotion. Picture by Elaine Barnes.
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Limo and champers: Nanna shocked by ALDI VIP day out
Desiree Savage
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Limo and champers: Nanna shocked by ALDI VIP day out
Finance
Buyer beware: Five dud products to avoid during end of financial year sales
CHOICE warns these products should be avoided during end of financial year sales. Pictures supplied
Looking for a bargain? These poorly performing products are best avoided.
Rowan Cowley
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'Deliberate mistakes': ATO warns of crackdown on three common errors
Carla Mascarenhas, Anna Houlahan
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A file picture of a calculator and paperwork. File picture by Erin Jonasson
Gamers make bank: The generation learning finance skills through screens
Ayden Dawkins
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Seven in 10 Aussies who play digital games agree that digital games can be educational when it comes to learning about finances. Picture by Shutterstock
Entertainment
Surprise was in store for the razzle dazzle of opening night for Chicago
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Zoë Ventoura, Lucy Maunder, Anthony Warlow and cast of CHICAGO. The production is playing in Sydney before heading to Adelaide then Canberra. Pictures by Jeff Busby
Desiree Savage
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Kidman, Bullock to return for Practical Magic sequel
Nicole Kidman will reprise her role as a witch in the new Practical Magic film. (AP PHOTO)
QUIZ: Who designed Diana, Princess of Wales' wedding dress? Take our fun quiz
Anna Houlahan
In the 1997 Aussie classic film The Castle, how much were jousting sticks selling for in the newspaper? Picture Village Roadshow
National and International News
South African foes unite in uneasy coalition
Cyril Ramaphosa (centre) has been re-elected as president of South Africa. (AP PHOTO)
The prospect of the African National Congress governing alongside the white-led Democratic Alliance does not sit well with many Black South Africans.
Joe Bavier • 1hr ago
Australia among 93 countries in show of support for ICC
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has confirmed Australia is one of 93 countries that have signed a statement of support for the International Criminal Court.
Holly Hales
Australia is one of 93 countries reaffirming their support for the International Criminal Court. (AP PHOTO)
Leaders join Ukraine summit seeking pathway to peace
A host of world leaders have gathered in Switzerland for a summit on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
John Revill and Emma Farge
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (centre) has arrived in Switzerland for a peace summit. (AP PHOTO)