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Welcome to Radio COTA Podcast #53 - Healthy Active Ageing! This week we chat with Chris North from North Hab Physio and Fitness about the easy, stress-free ways to stay active - especially over the cooler months when people just want to snuggle up on the couch with a good book or movie. Keeping active and keeping the body strong and healthy is easier than we thought! Check out the information about 'Switched on Seniors', a free information session for South East Queensland Seniors’ Clubs /Groups around changes to the electricity market. Sessions are limited so book early - email bookings@cotaqld.org.au So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Join us this week to get a taste of what this years Queensland Seniors Week holds in store! We chat with Lisa Hodgkinson who provides some teasers about Seniors Week, how to become involved, and the benefits of celebrating with your community! Conversations include the health and wellbeing of older Australians, and active ageing. Don't forget to register for the Mother's Day Classic on the 14th of May - raising funds for life-changing breast cancer research. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing your topic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Welcome to Radio COTA Podcast #51 - a dedication to all Australian and New Zealand past and present military personnel, celebrating the ANZAC tradition, showing our respect and thanking them for the service and dedication to our Nation. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing your topic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

How well do we prepare for natural disasters? What can we do better? How do we support each other, our community, our pets, and our neighbours? How do we stop people from ignoring flood warnings and putting the lives of others at risk? What do we need to have in an Emergency Kit? This week on Radio COTA, we cover all of these issues, and chat with Jane Milne, Chief Executive, from the Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre about how the community rallied together, the aftermath, and the recovery process. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing your topic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

'Talkin' 'Bout My Generation!' This week, we're shedding some light on Baby Boomers - their contribution to Aussie culture and society - their rebellious streak, and the fact that they are heading into retirement! The Honorable Dr Kay Patterson, AO, chats with Radio COTA about the plans and projects she will be undertaking in her role as Age Discrimination Commissioner. The RSPCA has a HUGE sale on this weekend - check out the advertisement on Radio COTA! So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing your topic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

This week on Radio COTA, we discuss the serious issue of Elder Abuse - did you know that there is no obligation in Australia for victims of crime or witnesses to make a report to the police?! With Elder Abuse on the rise, we talk about immediate options for changing this process. We discuss this, and so much more with Professor Cheryl Tilse, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work from the University of Queensland. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing your topic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

This week on Radio COTA, we had the opportunity to speak with Minister for Aged Care and Indigenous Health, the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP, to ask him to respond to questions regarding the potential discrimination of older people living in aged care facilities, who do not have the same access to mental health supports and services as people ageing in their own homes. We also provide essential information on treatments and support networks to assist in regaining and managing health and wellbeing, the importance of maintaining strong friendships, and how to start the conversation with people you love when you have concerns for their mental health and wellbeing. Don't forget to listen out for the 'Switched on Seniors' information sessions, and 'What's On' throughout Queensland So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing yourtopic suggestions,comments, and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Welcome back to Radio COTA - Podcast #43! This week we chat with Paige Armstrong, CEO of Queenslanders with Disability Network (QDN)about changes to transport with the National Disability Insurance Scheme - contentious issues, challenges, and solutions. Check out the information about 'Switched on Seniors', a free information session for South East Queensland Seniors’ Clubs /Groups around changes to the electricity market. Sessions are limited so book early - email bookings@cotaqld.org.au So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Welcome to Radio COTA - Podcast 42 - Housing and Homelessness. Homelessness is on the rise in Australia, with a significant increase in homelessness in the over 55's age group expected over the coming decades. We explore the existence and causes of this wide-spread issue, chatting with Karyn Walsh, CEO of Micah Projects, who also shares information - and the wonderful outcomes - of the '500 Lives, 500 Homes' Campaign, breaking the cycle of homelessness for families, young people, and adults in our community. There's information on affordable housing options, through the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS)and the regular 'What's On' segment for you to enjoy. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Welcome to Podcast Number 41, Aged Care Reforms - improving the way that home care services are delivered to older Australians. Judy Gregurke and Corey Irlam from COTA Australia provide the most up-to-date information about changes to Aged Care happening in late February . Find out more about the Commonwealth Continuity of Support Program for older people with disability, concerns about people with mental health falling through the gaps of the NDIS, and what you need to know about making decisions about your financial and legal affairs, decisions about your lifestyle, including where you live, and medical and health treatments should they be required. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Welcome to Podcast Number 40, celebrating the Changing Role of Seniors. We share a very personal journey with Ray Burton, who provides an open and honest account relating to changes to his life when he became a full-time carer for his Mother and Uncle. We discuss Intergenerational Connections - benefits, issues, and supports available; Grandparent Support Groups and provide more information about how YOU can become involved in creating an Age-friendly Community! So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the latest from Radio COTA! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

Margaret Ward joins us again at Radio COTA to provide an update on Universal Housing Design, and we welcome first time guests, Julie Porteous, President of the University of the Third Age (U3A) and Greg Doolan, Vice President U3A. If you've never heard of the U3A or are looking for more information, Julie and Greg have all the answers here! We chat about new government incentives, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Home Care Today, gardening, and so much more! So, grab a cuppa, sit back, relax and enjoy the Radio COTA Summer Special! We value your feedback and look forward to hearing more topic suggestions and ideas - contact us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au

This week at Radio COTA, we are excited to chat with the COTA (Council on The Ageing) Queensland Chief Executive, Mark Tucker-Evans, and the Chair, Peter Howells, about the possibilities, opportunities, advocacy, and lobbying, that COTA Queensland will be undertaking with Older Queenslanders in 2017, with the goal of influencing all levels of Government, the business sector, and the general community to create an Age-friendly Queensland. There is information on Retirement Planning and living costs, as well as an exciting opportunity for all of us to be involved in creating an 'All Abilities Queensland'. The fun and frivolity continues with the 'What's On' section - including the Chinchilla Melon Festival, and we celebrate the Inaugural NAB AFL Women's Competition! Don't forget to listen carefully to the 'Did You Know' trivia - there's a chance to win a $20 Woolies Gift Voucher! So...grab a cuppa, put your feet up and enjoy! We'd love to hear from you ... please contact us with your suggestions, ideas, or fee

This week is the last Radio COTA Podcast for the year ... We take a look back at 2016, and relive just some of the things that have made this year such a big one for us all ... We catch-up with our Chief Executive, Mark Tucker-Evans, and some of the COTA Queensland staff to get their reflections on what made 2016 such a memorable year ... There's our usual News and What's-On segments to keep you informed and entertained, and a whole lot more ... A reminder that next weeks' Radio COTA show will be our first for 2017, and we'll be giving you a glimpse of some of the great things to come in 2017 ... In the meantime, make yourself a cuppa, put your feet up, and enjoy the Radio COTA - 2016 In Review Podcast ! Send us your feedback / suggestions, we'd love to hear from you ... Email us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au Your hosts, Andy & Ange All of us at Radio COTA, COTA Queensland, and RiverSong Productions wish you a very Happy and Safe New Year ... See you in 2017 !

This week we celebrate Christmas together. We talk about the greatest gift of all, the gift of LIFE ... We bring you an exclusive and thought-provoking interview with Kate Stodart from Donate Life Australia ... plus ... we share the truly moving and inspirational story of Gill and Rod Tilney ... When Rod was diagnosed as desperately ill and in need of an urgent kidney transplant, miraculously, his precious wife Gill was found to be a compatible donor, and she didn't think twice about going under the surgeon's knife herself to donate her own healthy organ to save her husband's life. Keep the tissues handy for this one folks, it's a beautiful story of bravery, selflessness, and true love ! We have Christmas greetings and messages from some of our wonderful listeners, plus a whole lot more ... This is our biggest and most joyous podcast to date friends, so deck the halls, make yourself an egg-nog, grab a fruit mince pie, pop on your Santa hat, and enjoy all that the Radio COTA Christmas Special brings to you !

Join Radio COTA as we talk with Joanna Maxwell about Seniors and Employment, opportunities Seniors can provide to businesses, the barriers faced, solutions to these barriers, and her commitment to helping people reinvent their working lives. We provide information and contacts for people seeking Aged Care supports and services, how people can stay at home longer, and beautiful, exciting Christmas activities for the young, and young at heart. So...grab a cuppa, put your feet up and enjoy! We'd love to hear from you ... please contact us with your suggestions, ideas, or feedback at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au Bye for now, Ange and Andy

This week we explore the differences between the Public Advocate, the Public Trustee and the Public Guardian, along with an exclusive interview with Queenslands' new Public Advocate, Mary Burgess ... plus ... Important news regarding Younger Onset Dementia and the NDIS, Senior Support opportunities, how to Stay Connected in Your Community and a whole lot more ... So, make yourself a cuppa, put your feet up, and enjoy all that Radio COTA brings to you ! Send us your feedback / suggestions, we'd love to hear from you ... Email us at radiocota@cotaqld.org.au Your hosts, Andy & Ange

The 10th Jupiter’s Pan Pacific Masters Games was held from the 5th of November on the beautiful Gold Coast in Queensland, finishing with a gold medal performance on the 13th. More than 13,000 participants from Queensland, interstate and overseas, converged on one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations to compete in one of Australia’s premier multi-sport events. So sit back, grab your self a cuppa. Put your feet up and enjoy this week's show.

Welcome to Radio COTA Podcast #32 - the last in this year's special Men's Series. We trust Movember had another fantastic year, focusing on Men's Health Issues, and raising funds for prostate cancer research. Our focus this week is on all things 'cars', with Australia's most popular vehicles list - and some of the strangest cars ever built in our fine Country. You'll be surprised at the innovation - and unique extras some people have added to car designs! An editorial piece on men's suicide rates and depression, begging the question - 'why doesn't Australia have a Minister for Men'? A few highlights include chatting with David Miles from the MG Car Club; and promoting some much needed causes heading into Christmas - The Christmas Toy Run - Gasoline Alley (who apparently also have the BEST Sausage Sizzle this side of town), The Ulysses Club, etc. continue to ride for the kids - what amazing organisations! It's been a busy year, so sit back, grab a cuppa, and enjoy! Don't forget to send us your feedback, t

Welcome to Podcast #31 - a special Podcast created for the exceptional men in our lives, focusing on men's health, well-being, and of course...all things 'blokey!' Remembrance Day tributes, Silver Fox Models, Health Summaries, Men's Support Groups, Veterans Groups, starting life at 60 - this Podcast has it all! 'Blokes Lounge'- the name really sums it up!! A great initiative offering a friendly and welcoming environment where blokes from all walks of life can get together, make friends, share stories and get involved in recreational and social activities founded by Gold Coast man, Ian MacDougall. But wait, there's more! We also chat with Alan Pratt from The Ulysses Motorcycle Club, and celebrate the moustache - Movember is here! What a week - celebrating all things great about our much loved Aussie men! Join us - sit back, grab a cuppa, and enjoy! Don't forget to send us your feedback, thoughts, suggestions, and topic ideas - we would love to hear from you! Have a wonderful week, and we will see you all aga