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Slow Down, Live Longer: Blue Zone Principles for Life in Adelaide

Staff Writer — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 03:03:48 +0000

For decades, so much of the conversation around ageing revolved around “anti-ageing,” as if growing older were something to resist rather than embrace. But the thinking is shifting. More and more, the focus is on living well: feeling purposeful, staying connected, eating to nourish body and spirit, and building daily habits that help us stay healthy for as long as possible. Researchers have found these principles alive in several regions around the world known as Blue Zones, places where people routinely live into their 90s and 100s with remarkably low rates of chronic disease. One standout is Ikaria, a Greek

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Awakening wellness after 50 with Ayurveda

Staff Writer — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:26:20 +0000

The Ayurvedic Path to Balance, Energy, and Renewal Crossing the threshold of 50 marks the beginning of a powerful new chapter. Our bodies change, hormones shift, and life invites us to slow down, reassess, and care for ourselves differently. Yet for too long, ageing has been framed as decline. Ayurveda offers another perspective — one of wisdom, renewal, and deeper alignment with who we truly are. Katina Jones, founder of Ayurveda Village in the Adelaide Hills and director of Selene Spa in Adelaide, has been exploring this philosophy for over two decades. Her work is grounded in Ayurveda, the ancient

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Life Care: 75 years of care and connection

Staff Writer — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 02:47:53 +0000

For 75 years, Life Care has been helping South Australians live with dignity, independence, and connection. What began in the 1950s as a single nursing home in Glen Osmond has grown into a state-wide network offering home care, guided by a philosophy that places human connection at its heart. “In the 50s, Churches of Christ Social Services Department recognised a need to care for the elderly… This work provided an excellent basis for further expansion,” recalls Kingsley Curtis, Life Care’s CEO during the 1990s, who now experiences its home care firsthand. Kingsley remembers many standouts from his tenure, from upgrading

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Arentz Advises: When is a Guardianship Order needed and how do you get one?

Staff Writer — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:24:57 +0000

Meet Matthew Arentz, Partner at DBH Lawyers, bringing over 20 years of experience in delivering trusted legal advice. What is a Guardianship Order? A Guardianship Order is a legal arrangement where SACAT appoints a person (the Guardian) to make personal decisions on behalf of someone who has lost capacity. The person under guardianship is called the protected person. Who can apply? Anyone with a genuine interest in the person’s welfare can apply to SACAT, including family, friends, health professionals, social workers, or legal representatives. You do not need to be a lawyer to apply. When can a Guardianship Order be

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Beau’s Pet Hotel: Care and comfort for your fur-family

Staff Writer — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:46:37 +0000

From the moment they arrive, every detail is designed with your pet’s happiness in mind. All spaces are fully air-conditioned, ensuring year-round comfort no matter the weather. For dogs who love to socialise and burn off energy, there’s the option of on-site Doggy DayCare; a safe, supervised program of play and enrichment run by caring staff. Cats are just as spoiled, with their own spacious, light filled atrium complete with climbing structures, exercise wheels, and even a big screen for entertainment. What makes Beau’s truly special is not just the luxury, but the heart behind it. Owned and operated by

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Stay independent at home with ECH and the new Support at Home Program

Staff Writer — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 02:47:52 +0000

Support at Home will replace the existing Home Care Packages and Short-Term Restorative Care programs with a single, streamlined approach. The government also committed to releasing 20,000 new Home Care Packages before 31 October, with more to follow from the 1 December 2025, making support more accessible. WHAT IS SUPPORT AT HOME? The program funds a wide range of services to help older people live safely and confidently at home. This includes: The goal is simple; to ensure you can live independently at home for as long as possible. WHY CHOOSE ECH? Choosing the right partner is vital when it

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Support at Home has arrived

Staff Writer — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:18:48 +0000

This reform is intended to create a simpler, more consistent and flexible system so older Australians can live safely and independently at home for longer. We know change can feel overwhelming, especially when it affects how you or your loved ones receive care. That’s why HenderCare is here to help you understand what’s changed or changing, why it’s happening, and how we’ll support you through it. Why the change? Support at Home was developed after years of consultations, during which people said they wanted more choice and control over their aged care services, a simpler and clearer system, fairer access

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The local wellness product you need for a fresh summer

Staff Writer — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:17:50 +0000

Most disposable wipes aren’t as harmless as they seem. Hidden within their convenience are plastics and petroleum-based fibres that can take more than 100 years to decompose, contributing to pollution in waterways, soil, and air. Many are produced offshore, leaving behind a heavy carbon footprint — and often irritating the skin in the process. Be Kine to yourself and the environment South Australian wellness brand Kine is changing that. Committed to reducing waste and supporting local manufacturing, Kine Australia has launched a certified flushable, plant-based range of body cloths that naturally break down in just 180 days. Designed as a

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Rehomed racehorses helping humans heal in nature

Staff Writer — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 06:50:24 +0000

When McLaren launched Walk Sublime in 2022, she envisioned a place where people could find peace and perspective through nature — no horse experience required. What she built has become much more than a health service. Her approach, described as ‘collective wellness’, focuses on humility, gratitude, and giving back to the horses that once served in racing. McLaren combines the calming rhythm of mindful walking with the powerful presence of rehomed Thoroughbred racehorses and other rescued horses. “Forever” rehomed after their final race, her horses each have a story — one faced euthanasia after developing a spinal condition from eight

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More life, more living: Discover ECH Home Care Services

Staff Writer — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:38:29 +0000

ECH offers tailored home care services to help South Australians over 50 stay independent, confident and connected. It’s all about empowering you to get MORE out of life. Whether it’s a little support or a lot, ECH empowers you to stay in control and live well, at home, where you belong. Services include personal care, cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, transport and even nursing support. ECH clients also enjoy access to social support options to stay connected and engaged with their communities. ECH understands that true independence comes from having choices. That’s why their Home Care Packages (HCPs) are designed not just

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