Recent content by Ezzy

  1. E

    Good News You Might Have Missed

    Thankyou for sharing Patricia. I am so very sorry to hear of those unfortunate people outside your immediate family who you are in contact with. You are surrounded by many people who rely on you so they can cope with each day. The lady with dementia is a big issue for you. Fortunately you are...
  2. E

    Good News You Might Have Missed

    A big hug for you too Patricia for your lovely words & kind suggestion. I failed to mention, on purpose, because it did not fit into the subject is that her daughter had cancer return over 6 months ago, has been having regular treatment for this & was recently told her body needs a rest, her...
  3. E

    Good News You Might Have Missed

    All exceptional stories. I was moved by the article about the locket which reunited two generations. I am sure we are all aware of people with Alzheimer's & to have a treatment which will help patients & of course family members who see this daily is a blessing for them. [a friend has a...
  4. E

    General Discussion Thread 29.05.25

    A truly beautiful gesture & his wife has certainly mastered the use of the slide to a "T".
  5. E

    Ageing in a Healthcare Maze: Are Older Australians Being Let Down?

    When l was growing up my father would always say that the Labor Government was 'the working man's political party. They look after us'. Things have really changed because all political parties have no hesitation in 'shafting' everyone now. Nowadays it is 'sink or swim'. Politicians & the like...
  6. E

    The government wants to contain NDIS growth. But ineligible people with disability also need support

    My daughter told a similar story of a person she worked for. Fully paid overseas trip with certain staff & family, jewellery as gifts & so the list goes on. This person eventually got too greedy & is now finished & l understand, bankrupt & owing staff 000's of $'s.
  7. E

    Retiring But Not Relaxing: Australia’s Age Pension Maze

    Thankyou. I believe you have clarified a question not only l was wondering. Congratulations on your efforts, obviously your gamble paid off for you & your family.
  8. E

    Ageing in a Healthcare Maze: Are Older Australians Being Let Down?

    I attend a Doctor's Practice which both Bulk Bills & charges depending on your status. Most G.P.s in this practice Bulk Bill any Health Care Card holder but charge a fee for working patients while some of these G.P.s only Bulk Bill. I have always been Bulk Billed. Using HOT DOCS to make...
  9. E

    Retiring But Not Relaxing: Australia’s Age Pension Maze

    How much in savings, Superannuation or Annual income do l need to necessitate & afford a Financial Planner @ $2,000 / year & be able to take overseas trips every 2 years?
  10. E

    Major Aussie bank cuts 1,500 jobs, pushes cashless future

    At a Specialist's office recently when handed the account l asked if they accepted cash. The reaction was better than expected when the receptionist excitedly replied, 'yes'. My Credit Card has been compromised many times. Recently this happened 3 times on the same day, for the same amount each...
  11. E

    Major Aussie bank cuts 1,500 jobs, pushes cashless future

    Profit over people! Put off 1500 more people for a total of 2,400 people in Australia & employ just 190 people in the Phillipines. This move will really boost profits for shareholders. But what would happen to profits if people move in droves to other banks? Isn't it people through their...
  12. E

    Joke Have You Tried It? 🏹

    Please keep them coming.
  13. E

    This Adelaide man is now $400k richer and you won't believe what he's planning to do with the cash! Find out!

    These stories of a big win to a worthy person are what l enjoy reading as opposed to an unworthy person, people or syndicate winning a fortune in a lottery.
  14. E

    This Brain Scan Revelation Is a Wake-Up Call About the True Damage of Poor Sleep!

    All this sounds very familiar to me. I have regularly been unable to sleep & awake around 2 am, would rise & play games on the Tablet for the next 3 - 4 hours before returning to bed until the alarm sounded @ 7.45 am.
  15. E

    This Brain Scan Revelation Is a Wake-Up Call About the True Damage of Poor Sleep!

    Why bother to even make a comment then?
  • We believe that retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about money. That's why we're here to help our members make the most of their retirement years. If you're over 60 and looking for ways to save money, connect with others, and have a laugh, we’d love to have you aboard.
  • Advertise with us

User Menu

Enjoyed Reading our Story?

  • Share this forum to your loved ones.
Change Weather Postcode×
Change Petrol Postcode×