L.O.V.E Project- Ian's story

Ian is a gentleman’s gentleman. Softly spoken, loves a yarn and is thoroughly enjoying his retirement since he has built a new network of friendships on the back of a social education program run by ACON’s ageing program known as the L. O. V. E. Project. L. O. V.

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A Vietnam tour reflection

This story begins on April 19th 1967, the date I was taken by bus from Melbourne to the Australian Army camp at Puckapunyal. I was conscripted by the Australian Government to serve for two years. I was 20 years old, buzzing with the promise of adventure.

From Julep to Cosmo: a history of world-beating cocktails

With the first printed mention of the word ‘cocktail’ as early as 1798, the irresistible allure of a delicious-tasting drink that also gets you drunk has been with us for long time.

Downsizing: The time of your life

You may not believe this now, but soon, (maybe even halfway through this article) you’re going to start getting excited. Maybe a little excited, maybe a lot.