I recently interviewed Toni Powell about her life journey which is amazing. I asked Toni To write something up for members and I'm thrilled to share her story below. I'd love your feedback at the end. A LIFELINE IN THE FUTURE I have a wise friend who spends her life helping people deal with what she calls life’s D’s – a list that includes death, divorce, disease, diagnosis, depression, di... read more>

I have been fortunate enough in my life to tick a major holiday off my bucket list. In 2000 I visited Antarctica on board a Russian icebreaker. My husband had no desire to accompany me saying “if I want to be that cold, I’ll stick my head in the freezer”. Contrary to popular belief, it’s actually not that cold in the Southern Continent during the tourism season. Winter is another story all t... read more>

  The recent swing against the Nationals in the Orange Byelection in NSW is yet another example of the growing influence of minor parties in Australia. The Nationals suffered a 35% swing against them on the primary vote, eventually losing to Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party candidate Philip Donato, despite the seat being held on a 21.7 per cent margin by the Coalition partner. The r... read more>

This week we have 5 copies of the book Having It All At 50 Plus. It’s a fantastic book with some amazing chapters offering inspiration to help readers re-define themselves and live life to their fullest potential. It also features a chapter by me! (FiftyUp Club’s Kayley Harris). To win a copy email me at kayley@fiftyupclub.com.au. To order a copy head to http://www.lovelysilkspublishing.com/pro... read more>

War Child is a true story that spans 100 years, a tale of Nazi Germany, the lingering effects of war, the 1950s Australian migration experience and a modern-day search. Magdalena (‘Leni’) is an illegitimate child born in pre-World War II Germany in a small town steeped in superstition. Spurned by her Catholic grandfather, Leni and her mother live in poverty in a country sliding towards war. ... read more>