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Riverside lunches, a laugh about ageing & a very special giveaway
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Hello Reader, It’s Terrie here, I did something a little unexpected recently — I took part in a professional documentary-style interview to record our family’s love and life story. I’ll admit, when our daughter first suggested it, I was hesitant. Being filmed felt a bit daunting. But I’m so glad I said yes. Julian, the filmmaker from My Life Story Legacy, guided us gently through the whole process. We reflected on our 52 years of marriage, looked back through decades of photos, and talked about life, love, and family. It was surprisingly emotional, nostalgic, and also quite joyful. Seeing cameras set up in our lounge room felt very grand — almost like a press conference — but Julian’s calm manner quickly put us at ease. The final film is something truly special. Our children were absolutely delighted to have more than just photos — they now have our voices, our expressions, and a little glimpse of who we really are. It’s a keepsake for the next generation that I know will be treasured. It reminded me how meaningful it can be to pause, reflect, and capture the stories that make up a life. Sometimes the things we feel unsure about at first turn out to be the most worthwhile of all. Julian is currently running a giveaway where one lucky winner will get to create a professional video documentary, valued at $1400. See the details below, along with our usual mix of inspiration for getting out and about in our fine city. Enjoy your week, P.S. A special call-out to our Fairfield readers: Are you 55+ and sitting on a hidden talent or performance skill? The Seniors Got Talent Show at the Seniors Expo is your moment to step into the spotlight — solo or as part of a group — with $600 in prizes up for grabs. Registrations close 5 Feb.
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Hello Reader, While exploring our latest articles on the city’s hidden gems, I came across a few real head-turners: The world’s first feature-length film, The Story of the Kelly Gang (1906), was made right here in Melbourne. Vegemite was invented in the 1920s by Dr Cyril Callister for Fred Walker & Co in the Melbourne area. The State Library of Victoria, established in 1854, is Australia’s oldest continuously operating public library. Early plans for an underground City Loop date back almost...
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