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Locality: Gold Coast, Queensland

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25.01.2022 We always get it right because we listen closely- Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #shopping #menlisten

25.01.2022 Correct English and why we use it-Ed #babyboomerinterests #correctenglish

25.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #relationships

24.01.2022 How many to change a light bulb-Ed :) #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #dadjokes

24.01.2022 This may help someone identifying her. Healthier picture - Ed #babyboomerinterests #nambourhospitalabandonedelderleylady Sixteen days after a frail, elderly woman was left in distress outside a Sunshine Coast hospital police say they are no closer to finding out who she is. Key points:... The woman is talking to police, but has not given them her name A number of missing persons have been ruled out Police hope a new photo and ring the woman was wearing might help solve the mystery Officers hope a ring the woman was wearing, and new images of her in a "healthier" state will help her be identified and family members come forward. Acting Inspector Matt Robertson said Queensland Police had been looking into various missing persons cases, but suggestions put forward to date had not matched. The woman, believed to be between 80 and 90, was dropped outside the Nambour Hospital on Sunday September 6, by a man who claims he found her in the Mooloolah Valley, more than 20 kilometres away, and wanted to take her to safety. Police said the man indicated he was not the woman's relative, friend or carer, and they had no reason to question "that he's not just just a good Samaritan".

23.01.2022 More facts about Australia from Escape Travel-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzafacts #escapetravel 1. Melbourne could’ve had the coolest name on the planet if it had stuck with Batmaniaits original title named for John Batman, who first founded the settlement on the Yarra River. 2. Can you name the Aussies used as rhyming slang in this paragraph?... I’ve had an absolute Barry and now I’ve got to do the Harold or I’ll be out on my Germaine. See, I got a bit Adrian, took a Gary and now I’ve got no Reggies. Answers: ( Barry Crocker (shocker), Harold Holt (bolt), Germaine Greer (ear), Adrian Quist (pissed), Gary Ablett (tablet), Reg Grundy (undies).) Batmania below :)

22.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #information

22.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquotes #autism

21.01.2022 Who wins in wars and who gets the recognition?-Ed #babyboomerinterests #nowinnersinwar #conflict

20.01.2022 Dreaming of a holiday at Lennox Head-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #nswtourism #lennoxhead

19.01.2022 Another joke about our wonderful language-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #english

19.01.2022 Dreaming of travelling to Childers Cove Victoria -Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #victourism #childerscove

19.01.2022 Dreaming of travelling to Wineglass Bay Tasmania-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #wineglassbay #tasmaniatourism

19.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #happiness #happinessisachoice

19.01.2022 We are still better at it Boomers. Love that is-Ed :) #babyboomerinterests #love #bonzahumour

19.01.2022 Did any of you feel like this back in the day in your family? I know I did- Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #blacksheepmatter

18.01.2022 Remember what certain naughty teenagers did to teachers behind their backs? Seems a screen or two today might change that in my opinion-Ed :) #babyboomerinterests #oldschooldays #modernclassroom #bonzahumour #modernteaching

18.01.2022 Worth remembering in my opinion-Ed #babyboomerinterests #richandpoor #deathcomestousall

17.01.2022 Donald gets upset-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour

17.01.2022 Union boss Peter Simpson dies after his campaign for euthanasia Just three months after his extraordinary plea to the Labor Government to legalise euthanasia so he could die with dignity, former union boss Peter Simpson has lost his cancer battle- Newscorp 24.09 Remember this when you are voting Qld next month-Ed #babyboomerinterests #euthanasia #qldelections... Voluntary assisted dying (euthanasia and assisted dying) (VAD) is a major legal, ethical and social policy issue with significant implications for health systems, health professionals and communities around the world. In Australia, VAD is lawful in Victoria in limited circumstances, and is expected to commence in Western Australia in mid-2021. VAD is not lawful in other Australian States and Territories, though this may change in the future as other jurisdictions consider law reform in this area

16.01.2022 English teachers are the life of any party-Ed #babyboomerinterests #englishteacher #bonzahumour

15.01.2022 What TV does to us in my opinion-Ed #babyboomerinterests #switchoffthetelly #programrubbish

15.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #forgiveness #happiness

14.01.2022 Looking at both sides without passing judgement-Ed #babyboomerinterests #abcnews #SASAustralia People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.-George Orwell https://www.abc.net.au//braden-chapman-says-he-i/12891050

14.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #revenge #intelligent

14.01.2022 Dreaming of travelling to the Great Barrier Reef-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #qldtourism #greatbarrierreef

12.01.2022 And the good news story for the day is-Ed :) #babyboomerinterests #Trump2020 #Abcnews #bonzanews https://www.abc.net.au//us-politics-live-updates-/12933304

12.01.2022 When we can travel again remember Glenelg Beach in Adelaide or maybe a day trip now for those who are close enough-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #glenelgbeach #SATourism

12.01.2022 When we are travelling again take a trip to Katherine and stop at the freshwater oasis. Really lovely environment as the council have upgraded it but still cool and refreshing on a hot day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #katherinent #postcorona

11.01.2022 Quote of the day on improving yourself. My book Self-Propelled will assist you if you are struggling-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote

11.01.2022 Cats love Xmas trees -Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaumour #cats

11.01.2022 Time to take action for Hannah, Boomers. Let your State MP know you support a bill to criminalize coercive control as per Madonna King's article-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaidea #smallsteps4hannah https://www.smh.com.au//intimate-terrorism-why-the-murders

11.01.2022 Loved Tom and Jerry and so do cats-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #dadjokes

11.01.2022 Thought you might want to know the outcome for Teddy. We have been following this all year. Well done mate and you deserved it-Ed https://www.abc.net.au//wwii-hero-edward-teddy-s/12935426

10.01.2022 Wow! Not sure I would be sleeping soundly inside this -Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour #caravaning

10.01.2022 Did that walk under the Tower, across the Seine River and turn right to the Arc De Triumph and then down the Champs-Elysee to the Louvre and on to the Notre Dame. Magnificent part of the world that I miss-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzatravel #paris

10.01.2022 A message to our KIWI Boomers- Ed #babyboomerinterests #nzseniors Introducing the Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall How do you feel about your new role?... It was a complete surprise to get appointed to cabinet as that doesn’t happen to many new MPs, so I’m both humbled and honoured to be the Minister for Seniors. If I’m completely honest I’d say I’m a little nervous too simply because I’m now representing an incredibly large and important group of New Zealanders and I really want to do a good job. There are some strong connections between my portfolio responsibilities though, especially between Seniors and Associate Health, so that should help. What are the main seniors issues you are looking forward to working on? In the short term, I’m looking forward to getting out and talking to as many people involved in the sector as possible to find out what they think and want. But the Government’s priorities in this space are progressing the Better Later Life strategy, dementia, and having an Aged Care Commissioner. What is your long-term vision for New Zealand’s seniors and ageing population? I support the goals in the new strategy, Better Later Life He Oranga Kaumatua. All New Zealanders should be able to live and age well. But my view is also shaped by my personal experience. I’ve worked a number of years in hospitals and that involves seeing people at a difficult time in their lives and it provides insight into so much more: their families; housing; finances; and their care and support. We have to recognize that some people need more and different help than others, and age definitely shouldn’t be a barrier in providing that. I’m also well aware that ‘seniors’ aren’t a group of people who are all the same. Like all our population our over-65s are increasingly diverse and government policies and services need to recognize that. What is your message for the holiday season? Every time Christmas rolls around is special because it’s about spending time with those dear to us, but this year that’s particularly true. I just hope everyone gets to be with friends and family over this time and we can look forward to a much better 2021.

09.01.2022 Nothing like harmless humour-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahumour

09.01.2022 I just read that today is World Toilet Day. We have a day for most things now but I, for one, am glad we have them :)-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaidea #WorldToiletDay

09.01.2022 Noel Whittaker talks about a Death tax in his latest newsletter. Some good advice on how not to pay a 17%death tax on your Superannuation if you are leaving it to a non-dependant- Ed #babyboomerinterests #DeathTax #noelwhittaker #superannuation Apparently, this advertisement in the Qld State Elections from Clive Palmer did frighten a lot of people, so let’s look at whether a death tax is likely in the near future. Let’s get real. Going to an election with a policy of bringing...Continue reading

09.01.2022 The helpers and not so helpful dealing with corona patients daily- Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzahealth #corona2020

09.01.2022 Litchfield National Park in NT is worth a visit when we can travel again-ed #babyboomerinterests #nttourism #litchfieldnationalpark

07.01.2022 Australian musician Max Merritt, best known for his hit songs, 'Slipping Away' and 'Western Union Man', passed away on Thursday. He was 79. I saw them perform in Brisbane back in the day and loved them. RIP Max-Ed #babyboomerinterests #maxmerrittandmeteors #australianrock #bonzamusic... https://www.smh.com.au//max-merritt-and-the-meteors-slippi

06.01.2022 She has no name, and it appears no family or friends. An elderly lady, left outside Nambour Hospital in Queensland, one Sunday afternoon earlier this month. Nambour, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is not too big but this woman stood out. She was distressed, agitated, and abandoned by a man, who disappeared down Hospital Road. Now, 16 days later, she’s been moved to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital, and it appears we don’t know much more. But do we really care? I do an...Continue reading

06.01.2022 What a great tribute to our dog heroes (Currumbin Qld)-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaidea #doghero #dogs

06.01.2022 This is ab interesting graph on our background. Mine is Irish-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzanews #ancestry

05.01.2022 Hopefully, we will see the last of these next year with vaccines appearing (the masks)-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaidea #COVID

05.01.2022 The modern world where people sleep in the outdoors and swans move into suburbia-Ed #babyboomerinterests #homelesslivesmatter #swans #modernlifestyle

05.01.2022 Quote of the day. I always thought to keep a secret tell no one but that is an interesting angle, hiding it from yourself-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #secretsout

04.01.2022 Great initiative from Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate. Should be more of it all around OZ-Ed #babyboomerinterests #freeseniortravel #bonzaidea Great news with free seniors and veterans bus travel now extended to the weekend. The extended program will also allow free travel all day long on Saturday and Sunday. The expansion of the Free Seniors Travel program to include weekends is timely with the holiday season coming up.... This initiative improves the quality of life for some of our more vulnerable citizens and empowers them to travel independently every day of the week. With more than 40,000 people already registered for the program, this is a great outcome for our seniors. The program currently enables seniors and veterans to travel for free weekdays between 8.30am and 3.30pm. Since the program began in 2013, more than six million trips have been made by Gold Coast seniors and veterans on Surfside buses. It is important that we ensure our seniors and veterans have a safe, accessible, comfortable and affordable way to travel around the city. Reducing demand on the city’s road network is a key focus. Free bus travel for seniors and veterans forms part of the City’s Road Safety Plan and is a key initiative of the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy 2031. To be eligible for free bus travel, passengers must hold a TransLink Seniors red go card or a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) gold or white card, be a Gold Coast resident and complete an application. Registered veterans and seniors are provided with a sticker to attach to their go card which they simply show to the bus driver when they board. You can download an application form at cityofgoldcoast.com.au/freebustravel, collect one from a City Customer Service Centre or phone 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326) and one will be mailed to you.

03.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #parenting #raisingchildren

02.01.2022 Trees just make a difference (and soak up carbon). In the grounds of QUT Brisbane -Ed #babyboomerinterests #trees #qut #bonzatrees

02.01.2022 Beddown.org.au are looking for volunteers Boomers to make the homeless safe and secure at night-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaidea #homeless #beddown https://www.youtube.com/watch

01.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #begentlewithpeople #care

01.01.2022 Quote of the day-Ed #babyboomerinterests #bonzaquote #crying