RETP060 Retirement: it's time to get busy living! (514 words)

Retirement can be a daunting time for many but it’s no longer the winding down of life, waiting for the final scene. Beginning with a story to relate to readers, this article presents a number of ideas for kick-starting life’s next chapter.

Many people eagerly anticipate retirement. Others view its approach with trepidation, worried over how they’ll fill their days.

Australians are living longer; it’s not unreasonable to assume you’ll be retired for 20 or 30 years. Not sure how you’ll fill all those days? We have a few ideas to kick-start your new life.