Best Recipes for Autumn in New Zealand
While you gaze at the magnificent foliage out your window, try some of these simple autumn recipes....
The Best Ways to Make New Friendships in Retirement
By using these five methods, you will find that your social calendar is soon filled with engagements with your new friends....
How Charity and Volunteer Work can Enrich your Retirement
During your retirement, you will finally have the time to give back. Volunteer and charity work can enhance your retirement in many different ways....
The Secret to Desire in Long Term Relationships
Here are some tools you can use to keep the desire alive in your relationship over the long-term....
7 of the Best Actors and Actresses Over 70
These seven best actors and actresses will change the way you think about age and inspire you to continue thriving as you age....
2017: What A Time to Be Alive!
The world is changing quicker than many of us realise. With the right attitude and perspective 2017 will be a great year for everyone....
Northlands Best Summer Getaways
Northlands Best Summer Getaways in 2017 include: Bay of Islands, Waitangi, Kerikeri, Paihia, Cape Reinga, Russell....
How Comedy Can Brighten Up Your Retirement
Comedy and laughter is a great way for retirees to brighten up their days in a social and fun way. It also has a number...
The Best of Ol’ Blue Eyes Frank Sinatra
Ol' Blue Eyes was born Francis Albert Sinatra on December 12, 1915. He definitely enjoyed a successful career by doing things his way....
Best Road Trips for Camper Van Lovers this Summer
Camper van lovers who want to experience a Kiwi road trip this summer will find the Bay of Islands, Coromandel, McKenzie Country and Central Otago...
The Joys of Being a Mother the Second Time Round
Being a grandmother means you get to replay being a mother all over again, although this time in a different way....
How to Avoid Isolation or Loneliness in Retirement
Unfortunately, it can be easy to experience isolation as you enter retirement. Here are some important tips to avoid loneliness and enjoy a social life....
How Often Should We Cook and Eat Out In Retirement?
The social aspects of inviting people around for dinner or going out are fantastic. ...
Older People Love to Party Too!
Having a good time and letting your down at a party is not the exclusive right of the young. Many older people love to party...
The Best Movies of the 60’s and 70’s Still Hold up!
We recount some of the best movies of the 1960's and 1970's. Looking back at a time of experimentation in film....
Finding Peace or really Living Life in Retirement
Living life in retirement is important. You have the chance to explore an array of new opportunities....
Taking Time for Yourself in Retirement
If retirement is looming, remember to be good to yourself and take the time to do what you love to do....
The Best Sports to Take up in Retirement
Seniors who stay active in retirement are, on average, healthier, happier, and live longer....
Falls Estate Development Stage 2 – View from a Drone
Drone photos from Tuesday by the Carpenter on-site, Falls Estate, Whangarei....
Why we Should Celebrate our Age
Aging is a natural, beautiful part of life. With age comes wisdom, experiences, memories, growth, love and pain, laughter and tears and, of course, many...
What Makes for Stylish Retirement Fashion
Retirement fashion is about choosing the kind of outfit that reminds you that you’ve got plenty of life ahead....
Why Whangarei is such a Great Place to Live
Whangarei is a fantastic place to live where you can spend your retirement years in full relaxation mode....
Falls Estate Development Stage 2 Update – July
Falls Estate Update - Our construction team are soldiering on through wind and rain....
Embracing Technology with Old Age
Technology is running full steam ahead and some of us oldies are being left behind. But we can embrace today's technology too....
Best Pacific Island Holidays this Winter
There is one way to beat the winter blues and that is with some colourful and delicious winter recipes....
Stimulate your mind to Prevent Alzheimer’s
How to prevent alzheimer's disease - stay active, maintain a healthy diet and keep up mentally stimulated....
The Best Auckland Day Trips
Just a short drive north, south and West of Auckland you can find some much needed escape from the hustle and bustle of New Zealand’s...
Which decade produced the best music – 60’s? 70’s? 80’s?
Young and old generations agree - today's pop music is dreadful. The 60’s, 70’s and 80’s produced some incredible music, so which decade comes out...
A Sense of Humour is Key to Enjoying Retirement
A genuine sense of humour may be the most important aspect to really relaxing and enjoying your retirement....
You’re Never too Old to
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream, said British novelist and poet C.S Lewis. Here's what you're...
To Age Well, Walk (and Gossip of course)
The benefits of walking are huge for the mind and body. Make it one of your new years resolutions to buy some lycra, a decent...
Why Grandparents are so Important for Grandkids
We can all remember the time spent with our favourite grandparents, the way they used to spoil us when mum and dad weren’t looking....
Barking Mad Dogs and Seniors
Barking mad dogs and seniors: getting a dog can be one of the best decisions you’ll make in retirement....
Grey Gap Years on the Backpacker Trail
With retirement looming older generations are starting to jump back on the backpacker trail to experience what has been called the Grey Gap Years....
Is Youth Wasted on the Young?
Is youth wasted on the young? Probably, but in many cases youth is wasted on the old. Here's some inspiration to stay youthful in retirement....
Keeping Romance Alive into Retirement
Are you looking to reignite the old spark and romance into retirement? Above all marriage after work must avoid the stale and remain fun and...
Laughter Still the Worlds Best Medicine
Laughter is still the best medicine for the body and mind. It not only puts you in a better mood but it protects the heart...
Why Reading is so Good for Old Age
Reading a novel, a few short stories or just the daily newspaper, these are great ways to keep the mind fresh and active into retirement....