Hobbies & Activities

What do you enjoy in your leisure time? Whether it’s books, DVDs, crosswords, card and board games, food and wine, clubs, literature, gardening or genealogy, it’s all here. Plus, of course, our ever popular Sudoku page!

Never too late

Laurie Lever is proof that it’s never too late.  Competing in his debut Olympics in Beijing as part of the Australian Equestrian Team, Laurie will be 61 in October this year, making him the oldest member of the Australian Olympic Team.  Riding since he was 10 years old, he trains at his sport seven days a week and although it may have taken many years to get to an Olympic games, he’s an inspiration to all Australians.

Tightwad tips

We may have become a nation of wasters, throwing away things that are still useful, but our AboutSeniors subscribers have come up with some great ideas for making your money go further and doing your bit to help save the environment as well!

We loved your ideas and tips and over the next few weeks, we’ll get them posted on the website.  Maybe you have your own suggestion that you wish to add, send it to us at

Here are some we’ve already received.

We have a mantra, nothing’s cheap if you don’t need it. This prevents impulse buying, and buying things that may be good for something one day! We grow lots of fruit and vegetables and freeze or sway the surplus. We rarely buy anything for full price. Always check wholesalers, factory outlets and online discount store before buying. Avoid unnecessary purchases is our biggest saving.
Cheryl H, VIC

Bake your own bread and cakes – also a great past-time!
Annette H, QLD

Giving up smoking helps a lot, but put away the money away you would have spent each week, it soon adds up!
Elise T, QLD

Cinema tickets are cheaper on Tuesdays
Christine B, NSW

Ride the bike rather than take the car to the shops! It might not be possible for everyone, but it saves a lot and has fitness and environmental benefits also!
Craig M, QLD

Dry or preserve your excess garden produce and use it when prices are high.
Fran M

Turn down the hot water temperature, it’s the biggest user of electricity.
Nigel W, NSW

Only buy fresh food when you have used the stuff in fridge, even if boring!
Carol O, NSW

Use lights in rooms only being used currently & switch off standby electrical connections
Gen D

I swap clothes with my sisters and friends. Any item we have not worn in a season is up for grabs. I have hardly bought a new item of clothing in years, yet people constantly comment on my style of dressing.
Jan M, VIC