Fathers and grandfathersWelcome to the 2 September 2008 enewsletter
Sunday 7 September sees us celebrate Father's Day, a day dedicated to saying thanks to the fathers and grandfathers who have helped us become the people we are today. Of course, we should be saying thanks to such mighty men on a daily basis but should we have forgotten this over the last year, we have a few ideas to make the day special.
Many of the men in our lives would be happy to receive a copy of our reviewed books or a trip to the cinema to see the touching movie, And when did you last see you Father? If you have a more active family then why not take part in this year’s Fathers’ day fun run, celebrate a 100 years of Rugby League or go diving off the Reef.
Answering some simple questions on our Retirement Living Survey gives you the chance to win some fantastic prizes, including accommodation at a Mercure hotel and a Crazy John's mobile phone.
Webmaster Drew gives us another handy technology hint and our answered Centrelink question helps with the cost of going online.
This month we have four copies of Ballykissangel, Series 5 on DVD to give away, simply recommend a friend to enter the draw. Geoff makes us thankful for what we have and Drew is all for giving people second chances.
Fathers’ Day or not, spoil the man in your life now and again.
Keep smiling
David, Debbie and DrewCompetitionsRetirement Living Survey
Complete our Retirement Living Survey and enter the draw for the chance to win some fantastic prizes, including accommodation at a Mercure hotel, a Crazy John’s mobile phone and DVD’s.
Send to a friend
Send to a friend for the chance to win a copy of Ballykissangel, Series 5 on DVD
GovernmentCentrelink questions answered
Jan, an AboutSeniors subscriber wants to know more about the Internet bonus she’s sure she signed up for.
For a good causeFive alive
Father's Day is an excuse for lazing about the house and being spoiled but why not get your running shoes on and support the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
TechnologyBrowser Beta
Drew, our AboutSeniors webmaster, shares with us his thoughts on Microsoft's new Internet Explorer 8 software currently in Beta testing stage 2.
Picture this
David, an AboutSeniors subscriber entered our favourite site competition and suggested an absolute cracker of a site that we’re sure everyone will enjoy.
Getting out there100 years of Rugby League
If Rugby League is your father's or grandfather’s sport of choice, then treat him to a visit to the League of Legends: 100 years of Rugby League.
Showtime The Royal Adelaide Show is in town from 5 – 13 September 2008, so grab your gumboots and head on down to Adelaide Showgrounds.Movie junctionLove-hate relationships
Coming to terms with the relationship you have with your parents is never easy, so disclosing the details on the big screen is a very brave thing to do. | Win New Year's Eve in Sydney
Money & legalInterest rates cut
Today the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) cut interest rates but what does this mean for mortgage payers?BlogsGeoff’s Blog
What’s in a name?
Drew’s News
Second chancesTravel expressNot just rum
Best known for producing rum, Bundaberg is fast becoming a diving hotspot for those keen to check out underwater life on the Great Barrier Reef
Bloomin’ marvellous
Join the party as Floriade turns 21 and Canberra erupts in a burst of colourTravel dealsMidweek airfare savings
Travel to Bangkok midweek with Thai Airways and save $$$
Travel pal stays free
Pick up your partner and head for Club Med Lindeman Island where the second person stays free
Bookshelf onlineWhere to buy
Simon, an AboutSeniors subscriber is keen to know where to buy books reviewed by us
Your life story
Passing on your life’s experiences to the younger members of your family is invaluable but getting them to sit down long enough to listen may be difficult
Dream drives
If cars and driving are your passion, then the latest offering from BBC’s TopGear is a must.Quote of the weekA real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out.
- Walter Winchell
Read more quotes here.
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