Turning 60 is not 'end of the road' but ageism in Australia makes life a challenge for new seniors - ABC News

The retirement age has increased to 67, but retirement villages have become "over-50s resorts". While mixed messaging does not help, the ugly reality of unabashed ageism is a greater barrier for 60-something Australians, writes Jason Dasey.

You know you are 60 when you are in a lift (or supermarket) and your favourite song comes on  and getting lucky means a short wait at the doctor's office. The jokes are well-worn and predictable but… [+10173 chars]

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