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A new era of comfortable dentistry
Modern dentistry at Platypus Dental Strathpine is changing perceptions with gentle, minimally invasive treatments, advanced technology and a patient-first approach focused on comfort and care.
70 Years of Being ‘Seasoned with Care’: How Meals on Wheels Keeps Moreton Bay Moving
The 70th anniversary of Meals on Wheels community meal delivery is being marked across Queensland. Each year, over 180,000 meals are delivered in Moreton Bay. Learn how volunteers, hub services, and wellbeing checks support thousands of locals under the “Seasoned with Care” program.
TAFE Queensland grant backs aged care workforce research
A Moreton Bay-led Veri Health project has secured a TAFE Queensland research grant to strengthen the aged care workforce through lived experience insights and training innovation.
Home of the Month: Exclusive look at 'Moonshadow' on Tangalooma
“Moonshadow”, a rare island paradise just 70 minutes across Moreton Bay, is not currently publicly listed - but it has been opened up for an exclusive first-look.
Older and Bolder: Top tips for staying active
Mobility, balance and strength are key for older people in maintaining independence. Exercise programs designed for seniors, including aqua aerobics, are helpful as are daily walks and other activities to move the body and stimulate the mind. Here's some inspiration.
Seabrook resident in finalist painting
Seabrook aged care resident Zita Joy Poynting has come face to face with her own image after visiting the Brisbane Portrait Prize Exhibition at the Powerhouse. Here's the story
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Free lessons at Redcliffe Bridge Club
Learn to play Bridge with free lessons at Redcliffe
Love still sparkles after 60 years of marriage
Neville Dacey’s grandfather thought Margaret Palmer looked like a “nice girl” and Margaret thought Neville looked like a gentleman when they met at a dance at Gaythorne.
Brain games boosting memory
Residents at Stockland’s Newport Retirement Living are heading back to the classroom with free interactive brain training classes to help improve their brain health.
100 years young
Scarborough’s Douglas Gomersall celebrated his 100th birthday with almost 100 friends and family at an event he says “made his day” on December 21. It was a chance to look back on a lifetime of service to the community.
Paul Morris’s birthday celebrations worth the wait
Rothwell’s icon, Paul Morris has finally had the chance to celebrate his 80th birthday – six months later than planned
Modelling idea on grandkids
Residents at Bolton Clarke’s Inverpine retirement village in Murrumba Downs have been taking the lead from their grandchildren to produce some extraordinary clay modelling.
Caboolture needs Meals on Wheels volunteers
Caboolture Meals on Wheels is looking for more volunteers to help prepare and deliver meals for clients.
Diggers’ memories live on
Precious memories of WWII veterans are being preserved for generations to come, but it’s a race against time. We chat to the Albany Creek filmmaker who is honoured to be trusted with their stories.
Age is only a number to 91 year old printmaker Ellie
Ellie Neilsen may joke that her qualifications, "Masters in Age Experience and Diploma in Country Living," come from "Hard Knocks University," but she's more than qualified to teach.
