Aussies Are Living Longer Than Ever Before — AIHW (2023)
This AIHW media release highlights how Australians are living longer than at any point in history. Over the past five decades, life expectancy has risen by 13.7 years for men and 11.2 years for women, driven by advances in healthcare, living conditions, and disease prevention. The report also shows a dramatic rise in centenarian deaths […]
The New Zealand Centenarian Paradox
This Otago Daily Times opinion piece explores why New Zealand produces far fewer centenarians than comparable countries — just 9 per 100,000 people, significantly below Australia, Canada, Japan, and many European nations. Despite this low rate, New Zealand has an unusually high proportion of “super‑agers”: around 50% of its centenarians have no medical conditions, take […]
What’s the Secret to a Long Life? Wisdom from Australian Centenarians — SBS News (2024)
This SBS News feature profiles several Australian centenarians and super‑centenarians, exploring the habits, attitudes, and life philosophies that have supported their exceptional longevity. Through personal stories — from riding motorbikes past age 100 to maintaining lifelong passions — the article highlights the importance of staying active, remaining curious, maintaining social connection, and avoiding harmful habits. […]