News - seniors

Fri 4 Nov 2016

Qld centenarians set new world record

Qld centenarians set new world record

QUEENSLAND centenarians have broken the record for the world's largest gathering of people aged 100 years or more.

Wed 2 Nov 2016

Birkdale State School to mark 100 years

Birkdale State School to mark 100 years

BIRKDALE State School will celebrate its centenary on Saturday, November 27, and is calling on former students and staff yo join in the celebrations.

Tue 1 Nov 2016

Eight mouth-watering tips to dine out on in Vienna

Eight mouth-watering tips to dine out on in Vienna

VIENNESE coffee culture is so important it has even made the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Sun 30 Oct 2016

It's time to celebrate Grandparents Day!

It's time to celebrate Grandparents Day!

GRANDPARENTS Day is a chance for children and the community to thank grandparents for their love and support.

Wed 19 Oct 2016

Acting bug bites for Bundaberg Broadcasters manager

Acting bug bites for Bundaberg Broadcasters manager

TRISH Mears often wonders how life would have turned out if she'd followed her passion for acting.

Tue 18 Oct 2016

Vietnam vets honoured with new stamp issue

Vietnam vets honoured with new stamp issue

IN HONOUR of those who served in the Vietnam War, Australian Post has released five new stamps that depict the bravery and human side of the war.

Stem cell research aims to slow down aging process

Stem cell research aims to slow down aging process

AIM is to slow down the depletion of stem cells and consequent loss of function in the body as we age.

Mon 17 Oct 2016

Proof that brain training actually works

Proof that brain training actually works

RESEARCHERS have shown for the first time that "brain training” for specific tasks can also improve broader brain performance.

Six facts you probably didn't know about Rita Hayworth

Six facts you probably didn't know about Rita Hayworth

LEGENDARY Hollywood actress Rita Hayworth would have celebrated her 98th birthday today.

Sat 15 Oct 2016

Mandolin magic as Avi Avital performs for one night only

Mandolin magic as Avi Avital performs for one night only

AVITAL will lead the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra in a mandolin exploration

Fri 14 Oct 2016

Cirque du Soleil set to dazzle with Kooza

Cirque du Soleil set to dazzle with Kooza

CIRQUE du Soleil's dazzling new show Kooza will run in Brisbane throughout summer.

Thu 13 Oct 2016

Joe Hockey's Washington DC mansion revealed

Joe Hockey's Washington DC mansion revealed

WONDERING where our pollies live after a fall from power? In the lap of luxury in heritage-listed mansions apparently.

Symphony Orchestra's not scared of the big bad wolf

Symphony Orchestra's not scared of the big bad wolf

THE Queensland Symphony Orchestra brings Prokofiev's much-loved and brilliant Peter and the Wolf to life.

Wed 12 Oct 2016

Matt Moran oversees new foodies' guide to Brisbane

Matt Moran oversees new foodies' guide to Brisbane

DISH highlights the CBD's foodie hotspots from fine dining to the best cheap eats.

Tue 11 Oct 2016

Letters from the Western Front transformed into book

Letters from the Western Front transformed into book

NOVEL brings to life an old trunk full of letters and postcards sent home from five brothers on the Western Front.

Mon 10 Oct 2016

WATCH: Whale calf nudges stranded mum to safety

WATCH: Whale calf nudges stranded mum to safety

AMAZING footage has emerged of a baby humpback whale trying to nudge its stranded mother back to safety off the coast of North Stradbroke Island.

Why have older women become our invisible homeless?

Why have older women become our invisible homeless?

SHOCKING figures reveal that women aged 55+ make up a quarter of homeless people.

Sun 9 Oct 2016

Volunteering at GOMA: The art of being a show host

Volunteering at GOMA: The art of being a show host

AT THE Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art a mighty team of 104 volunteers provide guided tours and helping people navigate the displays.

Fri 7 Oct 2016

Marcia Hines talks retirement and remaining a soul diva

Marcia Hines talks retirement and remaining a soul diva

THE beloved soul diva is back at her timeless, dynamic best and revealed all during a candid interview.

Top news of the week: People, plants and animals

Top news of the week: People, plants and animals

WHAT you need to know from the latest news around the world - unbee-lievable bees, the power of nine and hair cuts for the over-60s.

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