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Monday, 21 August 2023
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Australia's care workforce to soar as population ages
Demand for care workers is expected to boom as Australia's population ages over the next 40 years. (Glenn Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)
Tess Ikonomou • 2hrs ago
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Could Ivan Milat have buried missing girls in Primbee sand dunes?
Angela Thompson • 1hr ago
Kevin Docherty surveys the sand dunes at Primbee and (inset) discusses the case with former police officer Jeff Dakers during a site visit on August 10, 2023. Supplied photos show the missing girls Toni (left) and Kay, and Belanglo killer Ivan Milat.
Hot competition: How ACM readers can win a $15,000 cruise
Visit Istanbul's iconic Hagia Sophia mosque as part of Viking's Mediterranean cruise.
Podcast shares stories of adversity turned to gold
Ian Westmoreland believes stories are the most powerful weapon against adversity.
Rowan Cowley
Kintsugi Heroes founder Ian Westmoreland with grandson Will. Picture supplied
It's 50 years since we went nuts for Nutbush
How Nutbush became an Aussie phenomenon.
Therese Murray
Here's how to do Nutbush City Limits (in case you didn't already know). Picture supplied
New complaints and info hotline targets poor food in aged care
If you are living in residential aged care and are unhappy with the food available to you call the food hotline 1800-844-044.
Aged care residents complain of lack of meal choices, variety, freshness and accessibility of food.
Eileen Wood
Podcast shares stories of adversity turned to gold
Ian Westmoreland believes stories are the most powerful weapon against adversity.
Rowan Cowley
Kintsugi Heroes founder Ian Westmoreland with grandson Will. Picture supplied
50 years since Vietnam war
Queensland veteran Len McLeod. Picture supplied
Towns and cities across Australia are hosting events to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day on August 18.
Staff Reporter
'New' hobby clicks for top prize winner
Max Wannell's picture of a mate at Scarborough Beach snapped the judges to attention.
Hazel Bradley
Max Wannell has gone from strength to strength since taking up photography after retiring 12 years ago. His winning picture is on Page 1. Picture supplied
Brush up on your knowledge during Pet Dental Health Month
When it comes to a pet's health, dental issues often slip under the radar.
Picture supplied
Losing your mind? The girls have it
Older couples' money is spared when women pick up men's slack - but not vice versa. Here's why.
Cheryl Field
New research shows women can cope with taking over financial decision-making... but it doesn't work both ways. Picture Shutterstock
Naming of 'sand creeper' a giant leap for palaeontology
Palaeontologist Lachlan Hart with the 240-million-year-old fossil. Picture by UNSW Sydney/Richard Freeman
Measuring an estimated 1.2 metres, this fella is enough to put a frog in your throat.
Staff Reporter
Semaphore carousel gets state heritage listing
A century-old carousel at a prominent Adelaide beach has been recognised for its cultural significance.
Staff Reporter
The Semaphore foreshore, showing the crowded amusement park in 1925. This section shows a carousel (not to be confused with Northey's carousel that arrived in 1938) in the right foreground, and the jetty. Reproduced in the 'Chronicle', January 31, 1925. Picture from SLSA/B 2438
Celebrate at the Outback Festival, Winton
The Dunny Derby at the Outback Festival in Winton, Queensland. Picture supplied
Festival celebrates the rich heritage of the Outback.
Eileen Wood
Why champion golfer Bill Dunk walked away from game
Bill Dunk gave golf away at 58 after 40 tournament wins and success on seniors tour. Why?
John Piggott
Bill Dunk at the place where he grew up and his career began 70 years ago, Gosford Golf Club on the NSW Central Coast. Picture by John Piggott
Cheaper electricity? The power may be in your hands
Could you be paying less for electricity? It may be worth a call to find out.
Staff Reporter
The ACCC says a call to their energy provider could deliver a number of residents savings. Picture Shutterstock

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Travel
Japan float your boat? Try this cruise
Mt Fuji viewed from behind Chureito Pagoda. Picture Shutterstock
Japan is arguably one of the most fascinating places in the world. Join us on this cruise to find out why.
KI Ligurian bee honey is sweeter in new film
Apiarists affected by the 2019-20 black summer bushfires show their strength in a new film.
Staff Reporter
Apiarist Sharon Clifford in a still from the video "Bitter Sweet - saving the world's rarest honey". Picture supplied
Semaphore carousel gets state heritage listing
A century-old carousel at a prominent Adelaide beach has been recognised for its cultural significance.
Staff Reporter
The Semaphore foreshore, showing the crowded amusement park in 1925. This section shows a carousel (not to be confused with Northey's carousel that arrived in 1938) in the right foreground, and the jetty. Reproduced in the 'Chronicle', January 31, 1925. Picture from SLSA/B 2438
Health
IT picks up potential cardiovascular disease events
Pictured is the abdominal aortic calcification scan being done by software co-developed by Edith Cowan University. Picture supplied
Software can help 'read' abdominal aortic calcification images - making it faster to know if you're at risk of disease.
Staff Reporter
New app helps people with Parkinson's walk better for longer
Everyday actions like walking can be a struggle for people with Parkinson's.
UNSW researcher Matthew A Brodie demonstrates the new Walking Tall app for people with Parkinson's. Picture supplied
Australia's maximum age of death unanswered
Data finds we're living longer lives, but is there a ceiling as to how long we can live for?
Staff Reporter
Pictured is an elderly woman being helped by a nurse. Shutterstock picture
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Discover why this cruise will float many people's boats
Mt Fuji viewed from behind Chureito Pagoda. Picture Shutterstock
A right royal adventure aboard the Queen Victoria
Emma Brown
The exotic tropical island of Mauritius. Picture Shuttertstock
It might be time to rethink your go to pain relief
For pain that is accompanied by inflammation, such as low back pain, ibuprofen may be a more suitable option than paracetamol. Picture Shutterstock
Lifestyle
Fast answers for downsizers
The Central Coast Retirement Village & Resort Expo is on Sunday, August 27 and Monday, August 28 at Tumbi Umbi. Picture supplied
SPONSORED | Discover everything you need to know about retirement living in one easy step.
Parsons family exhibition part of SALA festival
Adelaide's Centennial Park is hosting a multi-generational exhibition as part of SALA 2023.
Staff Reporter
Allyson Parsons' work is part of the 3 Generations and Friend exhibition at Centennial Park, Adelaide. Picture supplied
'New' hobby clicks for top prize winner
Max Wannell's picture of a mate at Scarborough Beach snapped the judges to attention.
Hazel Bradley
Max Wannell has gone from strength to strength since taking up photography after retiring 12 years ago. His winning picture is on Page 1. Picture supplied
Finance
Dell fined $10m over misleading monitor marketing
Dell has been fined $10 million in the Federal Court for enticing consumers with inflated discounts. (AP PHOTO)
Miklos Bolza
Senior Australians invest to combat economic uncertainties
There's been a surge among older investors who are diversifying their portfolios beyond traditional options and reaping the rewards in their retirement. Picture Shutterstock
Cheaper electricity? The power may be in your hands
Could you be paying less for electricity? It may be worth a call to find out.
Staff Reporter
The ACCC says a call to their energy provider could deliver a number of residents savings. Picture Shutterstock
Entertainment
It's 50 years since we went nuts for Nutbush
Here's how to do Nutbush City Limits (in case you didn't already know). Picture supplied
How Nutbush became an Aussie phenomenon.
Therese Murray
Deeply personal tale
Therese Murray
The cover of Secrets and Lies. Picture supplied
Parsons family exhibition part of SALA festival
Adelaide's Centennial Park is hosting a multi-generational exhibition as part of SALA 2023.
Staff Reporter
Allyson Parsons' work is part of the 3 Generations and Friend exhibition at Centennial Park, Adelaide. Picture supplied
National and International News
Kim inspects missile test, South Korea-US drills begin
Kim Jong-un has visited a navy fleet on North Korea's east coast to inspect a missle test (EPA)
Hyonhee Shin • 13m ago
Training, trade and tax key to building productivity
Maeve Bannister • 16m ago
A major business group says Australia needs to increase the speed of productivity reforms. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)
Canada's armed forces to tackle wildfires
55m ago
Smoke from wildfires fills the air as motorists travel on a road in Canada's British Colombia. (AP)