60+Club

09/01/2026

Over the past 20 years, the number of retirees renting privately has doubled. In 2003, around 6 per cent of retirees were renters. By 2023, that figure had climbed to 12 per cent, and the trend shows no signs of slowing.

As more Australians enter retirement without housing security, a growing divide is emerging between those who own their home and those who don’t. The data tells one story. But as many readers have made clear, lived experience adds important nuance — revealing just how complex and deeply felt this issue has become.

Retirement wealth gap widens as renting retirees struggle to keep up Record numbers of Australians are entering retirement as renters, exposing a growing divide between those who own their home and those who don’t — a gap that continues to widen as housing costs rise. For decades, retirement in ...

08/01/2026

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06/01/2026

For many Australians, summer and the festive season are associated with togetherness — family lunches, social gatherings, and long conversations around the table. But for people over 60, this time of year can also bring mixed emotions. Family structures change, friends may live further away, and energy levels

Staying Connected Over Summer – Without Overcommitting For many Australians, summer and the festive season are associated with togetherness — family lunches, social gatherings, and long conversations around the table. But for people over 60, this time of year can also bring mixed emotions. Famil...

04/01/2026

Learn important preventive measures for seniors to avoid falls in their everyday living.

As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that can affect our balance and mobility. This can increase the risk of falls, which can lead to serious injuries and significantly impact the quality of life for seniors. However, by implementing certain preventive measures, seniors can reduce the risk of falls and continue to live independently and safely.

Learn important preventive measures for seniors to avoid falls in their everyday living As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that can affect our balance and mobility. This can increase the risk of falls, which can lead to serious injuries and significantly impact the quality of life for sen...

02/01/2026

SCAM Alert ⚠️ Travelling roof restoration scammers targeting Queensland residents

Police are warning Queensland residents to remain vigilant following reports of travelling roof restoration scammers operating across the state.

The network targets elderly and vulnerable residents, offering low-cost roof maintenance, tile replacement, or cleaning services. Signs that scammers are in an area include flyers, signage, or door-to-door promotions advertising unusually cheap work.

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Police are warning Queensland residents to remain vigilant following reports of travelling roof restoration scammers operating across the state. The

01/01/2026

In case you missed our December Xmas '25 e-newsletter edition you can read it here, free! We list our most read articles for 2025 plus new articles below:
• A New Kind of New Year Plan – Less Pressure, More Purpose
• Staying Connected Over Summer – Without Overcommitting
• Retirement wealth gap widens as renting retirees struggle to keep up
• Looking Back with Perspective – and Forward with Confidence

Welcome to this month’s 60+Club newsletter As another year comes to a close, it’s a natural time to pause and take stock — of the moments that mattered, the changes you navigated, and the routines and connections that helped along the way. For many of us, 2025 brought a mix of familiar comfort...

01/01/2026

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31/12/2025

Wishing everyone a safe, social and happy new year!! 🎉🎊❤
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The start of a new year has long been a moment when many of us pause, take stock, and think about what comes next. At 60+, we’ve lived enough years to know that big resolutions often fade fast, yet we also appreciate the quiet power of intention. Last year, we explored how setting resolutions in later life can boost purpose, improve physical health and strengthen social bonds.

A New Kind of New Year Plan – Less Pressure, More Purpose The start of a new year has long been a moment when many of us pause, take stock, and think about what comes next. At 60+, we’ve lived enough years to know that big resolutions often fade fast, yet we also appreciate the

09/12/2025

Have you ever considered adding a mature furry friend to your life? If you haven’t, you may be missing an incredible experience. According to a study in The Gerontologist, older adults who owned and walked dogs saw a lot of health benefits compared to older adults who did not own dogs or didn’t take them on frequent walks. These dog owners saw a lower body mass index, had fewer doctor visits, and had increased social benefits.

This article explores some more reasons to seriously consider adopting an older dog...

Embracing the Happiness of Adopting an Older Dog 🐶🏘️ Let’s talk about a subject close to many of our hearts: pets and, more specifically, the overlooked gems of older dogs. Have you ever considered adding a mature furry friend to your life? If you haven’t, you may be missing an incredibl...

04/12/2025

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Sisters Nora (Renate Reinsve) and Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav (Stellan Skarsgård), a once renowned director. When Nora turns down a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star (Elle Fanning). Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics.

In Cinemas nationally on December 25