Retirement villages’ association prove their pulling power – winning support for SA Government inquiry into water rates
The new Liberal Government led by Steven Marshall has promised to set up a Parliamentary…More
Author: Lauren Broomham
Lauren Broomham
Lauren is a journalist for villages.com.au, agedcare101 and The Donaldson Sisters. Growing up in a big family in small town communities, she has always had a love for the written word, joining her local library at the age of six months. With over eight years' experience in writing and editing, she is a keen follower of news and current affairs with a nose for a good story.
D’oh! UK man presents ‘Homer Simpson’ license to cops – gets fined straightaway
The man from Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire had been pulled over by local police who…More
Welcome news: unannounced checks for aged care facilities start 1 July
Previously, aged care homes would be given the date of their re-accreditation audit by the…More
Do you know when you need to use sunscreen? Nine out of 10 Aussies don’t
Just one in 10 Australians know sun protection is needed when UV levels are at…More
Home sweet home: new Sydney aged care facility proves a hit with residents
74 residents from the original home moved into Catholic Healthcare’s 127-room McQuoin Park home at…More
Only in America: Trump sets new record – for cabinet staff turnover
No US President in the last century has gone through so many senior officials in…More
Video: you’ve never seen a ‘Carpool Karaoke’ episode like this before
The popular TV show segment has featured some pretty famous musical guests, but they have…More
Want to stay healthy? Stay active – and start early, science says
UK researchers have found a lifetime of regular exercise can slow down the effects of…More
Good news: NSW retirement village residents can now see what their costs will be as a single figure
From this month, NSW operators are now required to provide prospective residents with an ‘average…More
#JamFirst: UK’s National Trust divides country – over the right order of jam and cream on scones
Yes, this really happened. Lanhydrock National Trust in Cornwall last week posted a seemingly harmless…More