Welcome to
As Time Goes By
Honest conversations about life, retirement and everything in between — written by someone living it in Brisbane, Australia.
I'm Peter Magner, and this is where I write about retirement, housing, money, family, memories and the things I've learned along the way.
Some of my stories look back. Others are about what is happening today.
I'm not an economist, politician or financial expert. I'm simply someone who has lived through many changes and enjoys asking a question or two.
G'day — I'm glad you found this place.
I started As Time Goes By because I couldn't find a blog that spoke honestly to people like me. Everything online either tried to sell me something or was written by someone who had never actually lived retirement.
So I decided to write it myself. No ads, no products, no condescension — just honest conversations from someone who has been around long enough to know a thing or two.
What we talk about
Practical, honest information across the topics that matter most in retirement
Finance & Super
Superannuation, aged pension, Centrelink and making your money last.
Health & Wellbeing
Medicare, private health, aged care and staying active and sharp.
Housing
Downsizing, retirement villages, reverse mortgages and the family home.
Legal & Estate
Wills, power of attorney and the conversations families need to have.
Technology
Staying connected, avoiding scams and navigating the digital world safely.
Community & Life
Connection, travel, hobbies and finding purpose in retirement.
Our promise to you
No Ads
Never. Not now, not ever.
Plain English
No jargon, no condescension.
No Hidden Agenda
Just honest information.
Australian Focused
Written for the Australian experience.
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