Welcome to the 7 October 2008 enewsletter

In times of financial market uncertainty we start to see some of the downsides of globalisation. Bills are (initially) rejected by the American senate - and the Australian stock market plunges. For ordinary people on fixed incomes it can all seem fairly incomprehensible. Ignoring bad financial news, however, is usually the worst strategy, so this week we highlight the work of financial counsellors for those who believe they are facing difficulties they can no longer handle alone. On the topic of money, Geoff’s blog is a wonderful reminder of the difference between worldly wealth and the things that really matter. In an effort to turn our attention from global concerns back to simpler pleasures, this week we are celebrating just some of the great (and affordable) experiences Australia has to offer.

One of our favourite icons is the Australian Women’s Weekly and this week we review a new book which celebrates the AWW’s 75 years of publication. We’ve also unearthed a great new book which lists 1015 peak Australian activities and share just a couple. Our travel links include affordable camping and some excellent discounts on Tasmanian tours, whilst in Comfort Food, Ellie’s Meat Pie offers a welcome snack. And for those who now feel the need to work longer and retire later, a proposed amendment to the Age Discrimination Act should make a real difference.

All the best
David & Kaye Fallick

Share with us
Share with us your favourite moment of Australian history. One lucky winner will receive a copy of our reviewed book, 75 Years of the Australian Women’s Weekly.

Retirement Living Survey
A reminder that you can win some great prizes, by responding to our Retirement Living Survey.

Financial counselling
With the financial uncertainty facing many Australians, now is a good time to review your money situation with the help of a financial counsellor.

Work at any age
The Age Discrimination ACT 2004 will be amended to provide greater legal protection against discrimination for older Australians.

Sleep Awareness Week
Not getting enough sleep can affect your health and ability to carry out simple tasks safely. As we grow older sleep patterns change, but what’s normal ageing and when should you consult a doctor?

Snore no more
If snoring, whether your own or your partner’s, is the reason you’re not getting enough sleep, then check out the Seniors discount on an anti-snoring device featured in our Discount Directory.

Caves’ concert
If you’re looking for something a little different this weekend, why not visit the Cathedral Cave, Wellington NSW for gypsy tunes and dancing.

Victorian Seniors’ Festival
Now in its 26th year, the Victorian Seniors’ Festival has over 1000 free and low-cost activities across the state for Victorian Seniors.

What matters most

Ellie’s Aussie Meat Pie
Nothing is more Australian than a meat pie, and visitors to these shores are soon caught-up in this great institution with varying degrees of tastiness. Ellie shares with us her recipe for a simple but tasty Aussie Meat Pie.

What is PayPal?
If you are looking to purchase products online or have in the past, you may want to know if PayPal, the preferred payment system by EBay and many other sites, is secure and safe.

Comfortable camping
Camping holidays are an Aussie rite-of-passage, with generations of children gritting their teeth at the thought of two weeks spent in a tent with their parents. Now the national holiday has just got a little more comfortable.

Caught short
Getting caught short miles from the nearest public toilet can be embarrassing, painful and distressing. Be prepared before you go and find the public toilets on your proposed travel routes.

Step back in time
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Mercure Sydney offers guests the chance to reserve a room at 1998 prices.

Tassie tour discounts
It may be an island at the very bottom of Australia, but Tasmania is very much part of this great nation. Now you can save up to $100 per couple on a spectacular Tasmanian tour.

Hidden Australia
Australia is a huge land mass which boasts some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, stunning landscapes and much, much more.

Australia’s best loved weekly
The Women’s Weekly may now be a monthly publication but for the last 75 years it has captured some of the nation’s greatest moments.

Home is where the heart is, so your real home's in your chest.
- Joss Whedon, Zack Whedon, Maurissa Tancharoen, and Jed Whedon
Read more quotes here.