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Retirement is supposed to be a time for rest and enjoyment—less stress, more family, and finally doing all the things you put off while working. But for many Australian parents, there’s a new kind of emotional tug happening in these later years. It’s not just about how you live, but how you help. These days,

UPDATE (June 2025): The federal government has announced a delay in the rollout of the Support at Home Program, originally scheduled to begin in July. The reforms will now take effect in November 2025, following concerns raised by the aged care sector about the short timeframe and financial impact. Additionally, if you already have a

For many older Australians, the dream of a debt-free retirement is becoming harder to achieve. Rising property prices, longer mortgage terms, and the trend of entering the housing market later in life mean that more people are still carrying mortgage debt well into their 60s—and beyond. According to the Colonial First State Rethinking Retirement Report

You’ve worked hard for decades. Now that retirement is here (or approaching) , it’s time to start checking off your bucket list. For many older Australians, a cruise holiday is right at the top. Whether it’s the stunning islands of the South Pacific or the historic rivers of Europe, cruises offer the perfect mix of