Mobility scooters have become an increasingly popular mode of transportation for individuals who face mobility challenges. They offer a convenient and practical solution to those who may have difficulty walking long distances or who require additional support to get...

Reservoir is a traditionally working class area 12 km north of Melbourne, and a 30-minute drive into Melbourne CBD. It is very much a multi-cultural area, which is one of its charms. Reservoir is well serviced by public transport and remains a very affordable area for...

Manly is a popular beachside suburb of Sydney in the Northern Beaches area of Sydney; only 11km from the city, it’s within easy reach via the fast ferry which provides a great experience and is a real boon for CBD commuters. Unfortunately, there is no train line out...

Randwick is an old suburb of Sydney located only 3 kilometres from the city centre. It was and remains an ‘edgy’ suburb and has a casual feel about it. The old railway station and the atmosphere of the suburb is evocatively captured in Arthur Stretton’s paining, The...

Balmain is one of the oldest and most attractive parts of Sydney, filled with beautiful old buildings; magnificent views directly across to the city and the harbour; great markets at the weekend and fabulous parks and gardens and cycling and walking tracks directly...

Chatswood is a major suburb of Sydney loaced around 9 kilometres north of the CBD. It sits conveniently close to everything and the railway station is a transport hub, making commuting easy. There are ample employment opportunities in the area with Chatswood’s...

Town unites in search for a missing localThanks to the town with a heart of gold, the tragic story of a missing man has had a happy ending. Read More 

A story in the May edition of The Senior featured the innovative Solax Travel Mobility scooter. Read More

Gawler is one of the fastest growing towns in South Australia and is certainly one of the most established, having been founded in 1836. Gawler has the look and feel of a rural town and distance wise it an lay claim to being that, at a distance of 44 km from...

Berwick lies south-east of Melbourne on the fringes of the suburban area; in fact, it only became a suburb in the 1990’s. Previously Berwick was surrounded by prime agricultural land. It has retained something of its rural character but has grown greatly with today’s...

Wangaratta is situated in Northern Victoria about three hours’ drive from Melbourne and not far from the much larger Albury/Wodonga. Its population is around 18, 000 which means Wangaratta is neither small nor large, but locals will tell you that it has a small town...

Horsham is a large and attractive regional town of around 16, 000 people 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne on the highway to Adelaide. Drawcards here the attractive town, modern hospital, good medical facilities, parks and extensive cycling tracks. Parking is...

Ocean Grove and its nearby neighbour Barwon Heads, is a beautiful and growing coastal town south of Geelong on the Bellarine Peninsula. The population is now approximately 18, 000. Once considered by many to be a place only for retirees, the demographic profile has...

Torquay is situated just 20 minutes south of Geelong at the beginning of the Great Ocean Road. The coastal views and great surfing beaches of Torquay and Jan Juc are amongst the very best in the world. Torquay has always been a drawcard for holiday makers and there...

Frankston is located on Port Phillip Bay about 45 km south and is one of Melbourne’s largest suburbs with a population of around 130, 000. There are a lot of plusses for living in Frankston- a long string of beautiful beachfront; property values are generally lower...

The Riverland of South Australia along the Murray River is one of the State’s most iconic areas with a permanent population of around 45, 000. The entire region is centred Around that river and it’s a magnificent area with majestic views of the River, fantastic...

Dandenong is often thought of as a separate city but at the very least it’s Melbourne’s second city centre. Greater Dandenong already has a population over 150, 000 and it still remains a manufacturing hub. Dandenong is a truly multi-cultural city with 60% of its...

Munno Para and Smithfield Plains are northern suburbs of Adelaide within the City of Playford council area. At the heart of the area is Munno Para Shopping City, a large complex with shops galore and a popular hub for residents. The area is growing too with a huge new...

Salisbury is a low cost living area situated to the north off Adelaide. There is an abundance of parks and recreational areas. Other positive points include that the Council is a world leader in wetlands technology. Salisbury is just a 30-minute drive into the CBD and...