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Despite Esperance being one of the most isolated towns in Australia, its pristine beauty makes it a magnet for those wanting a slower – and cheaper – pace of life in retirement.

Speakers of the calibre of David Knoff, the expedition leader stranded with his team in Antarctic during COVID, can regularly be heard at this global institution that places a premium on knowledge, not qualifications.

There’s nothing like curling up with a good book. The bonus is that by making it a regular pastime it will offer a range of mental benefits that contribute to a senior’s overall well-being.

A new research report finds many older Australians are deeply worried about the cost of care and don’t understand how it interacts with the aged pension. For most, the best solution is to remain in the family home.

Most seniors cherish the time they can spend bonding with their grandchildren. If they live overseas, it’s a bigger challenge, but it’s one that can be met with time and commitment on all sides.

It might not be an African safari, but local wildlife sanctuaries scattered across Australia have plenty to offer – and are much easier on the wallet or purse.

A little over an hour’s drive to Adelaide, this coastal town in the Fleurieu Peninsula region offers a mild climate all year round, making it an ideal destination for those wanting an idyllic retirement.

Many people have a life-time income in retirement on their bucket list. Yet few do so, a state of affairs that might be changing as the 2022 Retirement Income Covenant requires super funds to pay closer attention to members either approaching or in retirement.

Merchants’ card payment costs and surcharges are hurting seniors in their wallets and purses, especially as cash transactions dwindle. This could be set to change with two powerful statutory bodies setting inquiries into motion.

Whether it’s contemporary or traditional works, this country has a rich vein of artwork to be enjoyed. While the big city galleries get much of the attention, their regional counterparts, social media and art fairs also play an important role.

The UK’s Open University set the benchmark for distance education in the 1960s, followed by other academic institutions globally, thereby opening up myriad opportunities for older students to study. Picking up a degree along the way is optional.

Although it’s been a long time coming, for those stuck in legacy products it’s been worth the wait. Finally, they will have the opportunity to convert or exit these outdated products and secure more control over their retirement income.