Age discrimination in Australian workplaces is sidelining older workers, despite decades of skills, resilience, and adaptability. This op-ed challenges stereotypes, exposes hidden costs, and argues why experience remains one of Australia’s most undervalued assets.
29 August 2025
BlueCare's mass nursing cuts set a dangerous precedent that threatens aged care quality across South Burnett. Families must act now before similar cuts hit their regional facilities. Picture the quiet corridors, longer waits for medication, and familiar faces disappearing—our loved ones deserve better.
11 August 2025
Explore how the rapid shift to a digital-first society is creating a 'chasm of exclusion' for older Australians. This article examines the impact of bank closures, inaccessible government websites, and ageism, advocating for a human-first strategy to ensure digital inclusion for all.
AI companions are helping older Australians feel less lonely, offering friendly chats, memory support, and daily reminders—all from the comfort of home.
1 July 2025
Bowel cancer is increasing in younger Australians. Free screening is now available from age 45. Learn how research and early action can protect South Burnett lives.
22 June 2025
South Burnett residents face rising electricity bills and no choice but to use Ergon. Government reforms are coming, but will they be enough for rural Queenslanders?
16 June 2025
In South Burnett, the wide-open spaces we love can sometimes come with a quiet cost: isolation. For many residents — especially older adults, caregivers, and those living on remote properties — the distance between neighbours can feel more emotional than physical. And when mental health challenges arise, the support can feel just out of reach.