Retiring in Spain: No debt, no worries | Aussie's inspiring story

Subscribe and set 🔔 » 7news.link/YTSubscribe | The standard of living for pensioners in Australia is so, so hard. Which is why, for some, retiring overseas - on a full Australian pension - is a brillianbt option. Norah Ohrt lived most of her life in Perth, Western Australia. As a single woman approaching retirement, Norah realised that if she chose to stay in Perth, with her modest means, she would likely live in poverty. So, she investigated how to retire overseas - and found that by moving her whole life to the south of Spain she could afford to live where she wanted, and how she wanted, and in incredible style. This is how Norah did it. Portions of this story originally aired on Sunday Night in 2019. Now, we haver released it as a full documentary. 7NEWS reporter Anegla Cox travelled to Martos, in Andalusia, to meet Norah and see her incredible home and meet her friends.
KEY MOMENTS IN THIS VIDEO
CHAPTERS
0:31 How to retire in Spain
2:04 Why did Norah move to Spain?
4:00 Pensioners live in ‘poverty’ in Australia
6:25 How to buy a cheap house in Spain
10:10 The cost of a home in Spain versus Australia
12:48 Tour of Norah’s house
16:10 What lifestyle can retired Norah afford in Spain?
18:10 Cost of groceries in Spain
19:00 How to get full Australian pension if you retire overseas
20:05 Cost of healthcare in Spain
22:10 The medical facilities in Spain
23:04 Cost of bills and utilities in Spain
27:04 Does Norah ever get lonely?
28:06 Tips for learning the language and culture if retiring abroad
29:50 Why older people are revered in European cultures
31:50 Why cost of living in hard for retired Australians
35:10 Does Norah ever miss Australia?
37:30 The cultural differences between Spanish and Australian people
39:23 Norah’s plan for her house in Spain as a legacy for the arts
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[@dianatalevska3218]

As a single middle aged woman You give me so much inspiration to live a better life,put back into a community that you loved in Australia and participate in your new community! People who see the negative in this story are ones who don’t understand how small businesses works How much small business puts into the tax system in Australia I hope more retirees watch this as it is a wonderful story of how to retire with dignity and respect

[@TheMightyAbs]

No people who are negative on this story understand it's nothing to do with small business nothing to do with taxes paid during life. Every productive member of society pays taxes works hard during their working years whether it is as an employee or self employed. The negativity is simply pointing out that recieving a tax free indexed for life pension funded by Australian taxpayer's comes with a moral responsibility to atleast be living in Australia to spend the money in Australia to support local jobs, small business and to allow the country to make back a portion of the pension expense back in taxes paid by those local small businesses and workers that service the needs and wants of pensioners. Far from this being an inspiring story, I see this as a danger to the Australian economy and the sustainability of the generous taxpayer funded pension system the more pensioners move overseas and siphon off pension payments that otherwise would have been spent in Australia to cheaper countries like Spain and Thailand etc. What may be clever and good for the individual is not in the public interest. I hope the Australian Government watches this story and tightens the pension eligibility rules to stop this kind of retiree country arbitrage. People can do what they like when they have saved to fund their own retirement. When you are on the public purse there is an implied moral responsibility I believe is being broken and it is selfish behaviour at the expense of Australia.

[@jaciriley123]

@@TheMightyAbs so you're born in Australia live and work you're whole life in Australia, pay taxes and contribute to the community and economy but when you retire you shouldn't be entitled to a pension unless you agree to be shackled for the rest of your life to that country? What a crock of shite! That sounds like slavery to me why would anyone want to waste their lives working in a country that would keep them captive in their old age. Deciding to immigrate to another country in retirement doesn't negate the years of taxes that person paid throughout their working life or their right to a hard earned pension.

[@dianatalevska3218]

Well said ❤

[@dianatalevska3218]

⁠@@TheMightyAbsYou seem to be spending way too much time on this Is it because you’re comment didn’t get pinned by 7news Australia 🇦🇺 We live in a democratic country (lucky for us) Every person has the right to spend their money how they see fit Regardless of who pays them including welfare recipients When it comes to supporting business,Most businesses target demographic is not people on any forms of welfare payments because it’s challenging for people on low incomes to afford the goods and services they provide It’s a fact ! Self funded retirees have worked very hard to have what they have,so they can still be able to live in Australia No one wants to leave their home that they were born in I know this most of my family including myself are migrants Norah should be commended on making her dollar go further She is not a burden on the health system or housing Which would cost more to the Australian taxpayer

[@norahohrt4922]

@@jaciriley123 ...thank you well said, I think he needs to go flex his "Mighty Abs" somewhere else!

[@teamariastyle7622]

I have always had my mind in retiring in Spain! And im only 40 now. How divine! Its just a greater way of living in mediterranea🩷 Some people are so stuck in their minds thinking one cant live elsewhere the world is huge!! Live your life dear and enjoy☺️🩷

[@drissaudia1323]

30:54 She’s so right, back here in Australia the elderly are forgotten and shoved into nursing homes, whereas overseas they are more respected.

[@chrisnam1603]

same with us, in Belgium... and so little respect as well;

[@TheMightyAbs]

They are not forgotten when the kids show up to inherit property. In other south eastern countries the adult children look after their parents in old age. The concept of family looking after one another has been lost in this individualistic country.

[@nicolemurphy2629]

@@TheMightyAbs not everyone wants to be a burden on their kids!!!

[@TheMightyAbs]

@@nicolemurphy2629 Were your kids a burden on you when you raised them? I would assume no, so then why would you be a burden on your kids when they are simply caring for a parent that cared for them? Why is it not just and morally the correct thing for kids to support their parents in old age and help them take their last steps when the parents helped the kids take their first steps? No other taxpayers are expected to fill that role in a clinical unemotional way paying for their retirement, medicine, healthcare and housing with all the ticket clippers, government beaurocrats and profit margins along the way. It's ok to be a burden on other people or other people's kids but not your own? It's ok for other people to be a burden on your kids but not you? I just find the whole logic myopic and individualistic. The reason why people from South eastern asian countries have the reputation of having deep pockets when they turn up to auctions is because eastern culture is not about individual it's about the group. It's about the family. They are bringing family money to the table and combining forces for the joint best interests of the family. The old and the young are expected to look after each other and that in no way is considered a burden.

[@terrylee005]

We are an 76 and 72 yo couple and we are off to a Greek island to live next year. Our research indicates the same applies there. Well done Norah.

[@Nancy-ko2zv]

Wow, I love Greece, which island please?

[@bradleylocke4336]

Be aware Greek golden visa changing in September this year.Going from 250,000 euro to 500,000 euro for the golden visa.

[@terrylee005]

@@bradleylocke4336 Thanks Bradley, sadly we will just be on a pension!!! Still just going to go under the radar and see what happens…fingers crossed.

[@terrylee005]

@@Nancy-ko2zv Hi Nancy, we have friends in Poros and we'll head there first.

[@Nancy-ko2zv]

@terrylee005 Thanks for replying. I will take a look at Poros. Love the Greek Islands :). Good luck with your adventure!

[@egl3369]

This woman is smart. My mum is on a pension and all her money goes to rent and bills. She has no quality of life. I do what I can to help her, but I am in the same boat with my wages.

[@TheMightyAbs]

What if you let her live with you and get a bigger place to live from eliminating one set of rent and bills?

[@paulv5233]

Hi as an Irish/Australia who has just been in Spain visiting my childhood Dublin friend who’s retired I can tell you it’s a great place not only from a money point of view but just as the Nora said they really respect and cherish older people which I love. I also spend time in Thailand over the years and it’s the same thing the way older people are look at. She was exactly right when she said in Australia / Most Western countries people are so busy chasing the mighty dollar they have no time for the elderly just stick they in a nursing home or a small bedsit and forget about them it’s very sad.

[@les8518]

Norah. Congratulations on your decision. I have to admired you. I did much the same for similar reasons when I decided to leave New Zealand and live in Thailand in 2011. I wish you all the very best and happiness.

[@susanjennings4113]

Love this, it’s exactly what I want to do but I can’t convince my husband it’s infuriating. I was looking at Portugal but think Spain is better as there have been some changes in Portugal. Quality of life would be so much better. Well done Nora for taking a leap of faith to live a better life in Spain I think you are a wonderful lady❤

[@deborah9278]

What an inspiring story! Totally agree with this lady, I lived in Spain many years ago when I was in my early twenties. It has left a lasting impression on me and now I am approaching retirement, I am drawn to returning to Spain to escape Britain

[@johny3406]

Australians are being pushed out overseas to afford retirement. No longer the lucky country

[@mt-bd9wi]

they are raising the prices in overseas countries for the locals making it impossible for the locals to buy and live in their own towns.

[@african_forum]

​@mt-bd9wi they don't care about locals. They never had. It is all about them 😂

[@benmathieson46]

​@mt-bd9wi Because "overseas countries " are flooding Australia its becoming unaffordable so it looks to be a cycle.

[@HP66856]

@@african_forum Just like how all the immigrants flooding Australia and destroying the place?

[@RAPINCITE]

Intresting, it's a dam shame 😢

[@mdrsalgado]

What a great lady. Good for you.

[@emeldafernando9193]

She’s living her life as she pleases and just made me smile knowing she’s very happy and contented. This is what should be… ❤God bless and more blessings. Spain is a very beautiful place. ❤

[@drissaudia1323]

21:13 we get so ripped off in Australia for private health insurance! You pay heaps and still have out of pockets. I know, I used to work in this industry. The Spanish system seems fair, you pay and you have no out of packet. That’s how it should be.

[@shaunbarr1856]

As a person born in Australia in the 1960s I can see what's happen to our wonderful country because of the WEF and our Freedoms, our treated and cost of living in Australia 🇦🇺 Pray for Australia 🙏

[@elizabethmatraszek630]

Yes, but the woman lives on Australian pension not Spanish

[@g30rg3-c5]

@@elizabethmatraszek630 she earned it mate and she would have loved to stay but she is not stupid 😂

[@glenngriffon8203]

It is up to her as to where she spends her Pension Money Good on her for going to some place where she will be able to have a decent lifestyle.😊

[@elizabethmatraszek630]

@@glenngriffon8203 You don't understand. It is not that over there is better. She is living on Australian money that allowe her to have good life. If she would live on Spanish pension she wouldn't have better life. She would struggle for existence. She should appreciate Australia

[@Yusufu940]

I did love this interview , was so adorable and respected

[@darcymackenzie7654]

I am 55, active, single and even I am planning for where to settle in the next few years.... just looking up houses in this town, amazing..... Ive been looking at houses in small towns that need work that are 200k to 300k, and I can buy in Spain the same for 20K eu, 30k aus, crazy, and they accept my staff / weiller....... love it... cheers for that heads up

[@onemomentatatime7697]

although you'll have to wait until your a set funded retiree or a recipient of a pension before you'd get a visa though. Or a digital nomad.

[@MarleneMeridian]

You should go to Sicily Italy, some smaller towns, having many abandoned houses and the councils ,just trying to populates those places again, just for 1 euro payment. If you are handyman, will becomes more easy to restore, whatever house you like. They are beautiful little towns and many of them staterd to becomes smaller global communities . 7:29 7:30

[@louisewatson3129]

@@MarleneMeridian You have to have about 300K in savings to go there, so not for the poorer

[@louisewatson3129]

Can you suggest any nice towns/ areas for that price?

[@MarleneMeridian]

@@louisewatson3129 That much ? Are you should? In Spain Valencia, also north Andalucia.

[@catherinesecula5287]

Great on her , she had the courage and made the efforts to learn a new language and culture , it keeps her young in mind and spirit..i am French from the south of France, very Latin culture too , after 38 years in Australia but i must alas admit that ìf Australia is still a great opportunity for young people,but when you retired and alone , it is very isolated for single retired woman , you become invisible,not a critique just my personal observation and opinion , and Many Australian family are spread out so far from each others that old single people are often alone, for exemple flying to perth from Brisbane , return can be as expensive that flying to Europe . Be aware that Spain , like France, each area , each part of spain are very differents from each others ,and maybe some parts are not so "assertive " as this person finds, as Spain has a history the last century of political opression under Franco dictatorship , so older people maybe alas had to keep their opinion for themselves and not revolt , and some others parts were very conservative and catholic, BUT the younger generation of Spanish people are very assertive ...for me, being French, i find Australian people" not so "assertive 😅, but then, i come from a culture of very opinionated and assertive people ( to say the least 😅😅.. ) well no flying to France atm , all airline on strike, and last months it was the trains 😂😂...i wish her the best , she has a great positive attitude ..

[@heatherfruin5050]

Many years ago the first day I arrived in London upon hearing my Australian accent a French farmer abused me for Australia's agricultural exports policy! Like I set the policy! He was so rude. There's assertiveness and there's plain rudeness. This happened in 1986 and I've never forgotten it.

[@deborahcurtis1385]

What a wonderful person, proving that creative people are resourceful and adaptable and so they age very well. I realise Norah is a gallery owner curator and not an artist per se, but that's not the point. She has surrounded herself with vibrancy and creativity and knows how to bring the best out in people.

[@priyapixi]

As a 35 year old I really found Norah’s story inspiring it’s hard for young people in australia with the cost of living that it is good to think about other options for your old age 😊

[@rosemaryclarke904]

I absolutely LOVED that interview. Norah is a brilliant lady. I have a house in Spain and will now consider living there permanently myself.

[@jewels3895]

God Bless you Nora Beautiful woman deserves this Twilight Life ❣️

[@Rocklyn277]

What a lovely Aussie lady, someone that Australians at home can be proud off. It’s a pity so many Australians find the cost of living here so unbelievable high, causing the stranded of living dropping lower and lower, this shouldn’t be happening.

[@malcompico1628]

She reminds me of Mrs doubtfire

[@audi3318]

Hehe I was thinking Mrs Bucket

[@suesmith2183]

This is a very funny observation and, yes, I agree. Notice this woman has said NOTHING about health-care in Spain or "the migrants"!!

[@anthonydowling3356]

@@suesmith2183 She talked about health care .She did but you were not listening .

[@a.r.stellmacher8709]

She looks quite good for her age.

[@JesV2912]

yes, Mrs doubtfire

[@vincesteer7960]

Well done Norah, I’m with you, enjoy retirement, you deserve it ☀️🙏

[@mariacarolinamartinezcorte8104]

😊😊😊 very smart woman. You deserve and choose to be happy. Congratulations 🥂

[@cathyp4911]

What I love about these European countries is their sense of community which sadly is being eroded in Australia thanks to our politics, over the top rules and regulations. Such an important factor, especially as you approach retirement. Very inspiring story - there are always other choices - is a matter of looking at all the possibilities and find the one that works best for you despite what the majority might be doing. You have one life and it's up to you to follow your desires.

[@holisticself]

I’m 52 sole aussie women and I’m doing the same in 18 months, can’t wait 🎉🎉🎉… by Australia

[@user-yp1ox8xk6c]

Good on you! Best of luck

[@marinapetrie7234]

So happy for you. Sydney cost of living is exorbitant.

[@chrismults1500]

My absolute favourite video to watch! Nora is a beautiful lady & courageous. I would be great friends with her if I lived nearby. She has such an honest & friendly demeanour ❤

[@theallybelly]

I love Spain. Beautiful cities, great food and culture.

[@7news]

It really is!

[@christyavalos9201]

Nora you now live with such dignity. It is something many Australians are losing . The cost of living, violence and lack of morals is destroying Australia. I will be joining you with my Spanish speaking Mexican husband and son soon! We will be moving to stunning Andalucia in our late 50s ,which is just a few years away. You have done well Nora, bless you.

[@janettedavis6627]

I live in a town in South Australia and it's the most boring place I've ever lived. Many of the houses are below standard I paid a lot of money to repair the house I have it 18 years yet I may make 3,000 dollars if I sold it. I want out!!! Its boring.

[@rinaldoscarton1032]

The only problem I can envisage for this lovely lady... Her apartment, obviously tastefully decorated etc.... There are many stairs going up to veranda for great view, main entrance to living room and kitchen, stairs again....!!! Fast forward 10 years... Big worries using the stairs... In old age... Wish her all the very best and her two cats...

[@kiwiingrid]

One very smart lady. I cannot see myself retiring in NZ cos it's even more expensive here and wages lower than Oz.

[@simoneevans6824]

Australia has become ridiculously expensive. We Spend 30 years paying off a million house mortgage for an average house. Everything is expensive!! Moving abroad is a great idea!

[@daliaomar6624]

She is right. Private education very very expensive in Australia. Australia is the most expensive houses in the world.

[@doreenhuwe9815]

lovely life story and great inspiration. I hope I am so brave one day, and that I can move to Spain one day too. It's been a little bit my dream to live in Spain. ;-). Great to hear its doable as single women ! ;-)

[@leahhamdaoui7755]

super informative video, and so refreshing to find such a genuine women who has followed her instinct and intelligence and come out shining BRAVA

[@rutherfordhilium2517]

In 2024,don't set new year financial goals without consulting a financial adviser.there expertise ensure a solid plan for success.Building wealth involves developing good habits like regular putting money away in intervals for solid investments.

[@Bulislava]

Thanks for the advice! I'm new to financial planning and wasn't sure where to start.Any tips on finding a reliable financial adviser or resource to guide beginners?

[@Mariam-ww3qu]

I agree, based on personal experience working with an investment advisor, I currently have $650k in a well diversified portfolio, that has experienced exponential growth. It is not about having money to invest in stocks,but also you need to be knowledgeable, persistent,and have strong hands to back it up.

[@carolinafrancisco7662]

How can I participate in this?I sincerely aspire to establish a secure financial future and am eager to participate.who is the driving force behind your success?.

[@Mariam-ww3qu]

Marie Ann Treloar

[@Mariam-ww3qu]

She has been my counselor and coach.

[@lillianlilo7447]

I knew I can't afford to retire in my home country of Australia, but this just confirms it! I could afford to retire in Thailand at 50! But I'll need to look into Spain! Yearly trips to France, Italy, Croatia and Greece sounds appealing too!

[@susanjennings4113]

Yes that’s a huge benefit you can hop on a train and visit other countries and beautiful cities. No enormous airfares to get somewhere else.❤️

[@nicktw8688]

Apparently Thailand has been changing visa rules, making it more complicated and uncertain. So EU might be a better option. Also, climate change is negatively affecting south Asia with increased heatwaves.

[@mark4973]

WHAT AN AMAZING WOMAN and a wonderful story. Educational on a number of levels

[@mspenelope6874]

Fantastic. An inspiring woman! Please offer more of this kind of story. 🎉🎉🎉

[@shantishanti1949]

Great video and general information. I would love to make contact with this lady Norah via email for extra information. My partner died and has left me with a retirement dilemma as a single soon to be pensioner. Again thank you. PS agree totally the shops should be closed Sundays and little respect for older people. Get your Aussie friends to bring your favourite toothpaste!!

[@tessnelson6059]

We have same situation . I would love to contact her.

[@peteredwards49]

You have to live in poverty in Australia 2 years before the pension becomes portable 😢

[@shantishanti1949]

@@peteredwards49 Peter not understanding “2 years before the pension becomes portable “

[@desireecrossing]

What an interesting woman. I love the legacy she’s planning on leaving for the art world she loved ❤

[@kristinaturner6321]

Beautiful adventure! I often heard that taxes in Spain can be high, but it was refreshing to hear this story and see that they didn't seem to hinder balance in life.

[@duchessofmeraniamerania4744]

Bravooo!! Well done!!! Blessings !

[@fieldsofgold775]

Just Wow. She really did her homework.

[@jelenapopovic4659]

Thankyou very much for information, Good Bless you ❤

[@getfinfab]

Fantastic story We live in a global economy and have endless possibilities Good on you Norah enjoy your adventure

[@angielensink1745]

Thank you for this story,so inpiring!I love this lady!

[@peteraustin4077]

What a wonderful story!

[@ADHD55]

The Australian dream is now leaving austalia 😂

[@soverato99]

The American dream is leaving the US. Sad……

[@african_forum]

But it is not sustainable. You cannot expect a solution that means leaving ones home country as a viable solution. For many reasons one being affordability, two being uprooting oneself ...etc

[@JP-qn4uo]

​@@african_forumwhat is not sustainable?

[@heatherfruin5050]

Depends I guess for work or retiring. I would guess that the average wage in Spain is a lot lower than Australia. 😊

[@african_forum]

@@JP-qn4uo majority of people cannot afford to pack and go live overseas, save retirees. Majority of countries don't have long term visa plans. Save for retirees . Etc

[@peronasteski9072]

Love this clip in Spain by Angela Cox ,the difference in house prices between Australia and Spain is extraordinary,I’m Going to Spain

[@chrisedlibi8865]

Well, I am glad I have started "trying to learn Espanol" to allow us the option to move out of Australia and possibly head to Spain and retire. 'Gracias por el video' by the way.

[@samuelgrau1367]

Dont, too many ackers already there. A particular one should be repatriated to Xmas Island, australia.

[@rchristi761]

​@@samuelgrau1367please explain

[@scorpioqpr]

Very well and rightly said, Norah. Me and my family have been living for 10 years in Spain and everything is just like that. Good luck Norah!

[@caddywampus]

So happy for her, such a lovely home. It's sad that quality of life has diminished for Aussies. We have friends moving/retiring overseas because of the same issues, usually cost of living.

[@heatherfruin5050]

Average wage would be a lot lower too in Spain.

[@keirglennjohnson1758]

Yes. Great story. Need to learn the language and be extremely fluent for when I retire and move 😊

[@ednamaegrimmett-green]

So Amazing , Courageous Lady showing us the way we can all live ,Australia is So So expensive, I am about to make life changing decisions myself . SO I interested, 🤗❤️❤️😊

[@juliannwalker809]

I think you are a very wise, courageous and beautiful woman. thanks for sharing your story.

[@irischkanoname3273]

it's a nightmare how politics have destroyed and do destroy countries like Australia, Kanada and the USA and now they even are pushing for a third world war......in my youth they were symbols of freedom and opportunities and 40 years later you have to leave them to live a worth living life

[@elizabethmatraszek630]

EU is destroying Europe. It is everywhere the same

[@RAPINCITE]

I wanted to learn Spanish now I want to live there too 😊

[@user-cz6gk2ci4k]

Smart lady ❤

[@drissaudia1323]

Wow, brave lady. I wish I had her guts. She seems very happy. My friends live in Spain, France and other countries are a domestic fight away. I need to move here. Good to know that let foreigners purchase. Amazing, she can even love on her pension.

[@rudymazar5266]

Interesting... but she can afford all her living expenses with an Australian pension. ...My Spanish pensioners friends sometimes struggle.

[@norahohrt4922]

@rudymazar5266 I think it depends on the amount of pension a Spanish person receives, there is a sliding scale related to the years worked, where worked, the income while working, taxes paid etc. Not all receive the same amount. I can afford all my living expenses on my Australian pension.

[@terrylee005]

Thanks Nancy. All the best.

[@rosemarysmall5103]

I wonder if Italy would be the same? Did you do any research or comparisons for Italy? You should write a blog 😊... I found this very inspiring... I've been looking at regional cities/towns in Australia to move to, but I think what you have there is so much nicer and interesting. Good luck with all that you do ... 🌿🌺🌿

[@zokizorule4032]

Fantastic view of an alternative life!! So true of how the elderly are treated in Australia!! Sad!

[@rachelr403]

I also plan to leave Japan once I receive my pension.

[@ellap364]

Definitely not the lucky country anymore!! Politicians are greedy self centred and feel entitled and here in Australia it has become one of the most expensive countries now to SURVIVE IN 🧐

[@zaibiee3519]

You look great Even those not on pension who have retired are struggling here in Australia

[@katherinecarpenter4677]

Elderly here in the US are mostly all struggling to even pay bills or are homeless. Its awful

[@louisaklimentos7583]

After the lockdowns people in Europe are struggling financially too My relatives overseas are doing it tough too !Everyone loves to have a bash at Australia but when I visited my parents country all the relatives did was give me a hard time because I was not born in Cyprus. They didn’t even cared to know me . This lady is so lucky that she is accepted in Spain . It is not like that in Cyprus . So I appreciate Australia even if it is expensive now .

[@SumayaSumaya-qv3yj]

The Australian dream these days are....how to get out of Australia Australia is ridiculous and shockingly expensive....how people survive in Australia is doing 3 jobs!

[@ATIWatchReviews]

Excellent video and a lovely honest lady

[@dennishenry9322]

You could conclude that we are taxed to death and pay more than most countries for everything here in Australia

[@janettedavis6627]

Where in Spain is she living? Would love to know. Spain or Portugal for me. Australians live in many Countries. Malta is magnificent too.

[@moonna8088]

Martos Spain

[@susanjennings4113]

I was looking at Portugal but they recently changed the visa and now you can’t go to some area as the locals are being priced out of the housing market. They did offer a golden visa for retirees which was free from tax but they have stopped that all together. I believe you can still go to Madeira one of the islands but not to the silver coast where I was looking. 😢

[@roko1681943]

I know a couple who are retired and are on the cruiser traveling around the world and it is afordable more than buying house in Spain or Portugal

[@funfuronahotday]

blazing a trail, love this

[@VeganTrove]

Great. Happy for her. Best wishes 🥰

[@user-cy3ck4mw8s]

What a leap of faith, at any age, for anyone. As a Millenial, this makes me think of where my generation will be, at this lady’s time in life. Things are already anxiety-inducing, grim, and deeply concerning now. What’s become of “the Lucky Country”… that moving to another one is a better option than living out your years in Australia?

[@user-cy3ck4mw8s]

33 minutes into this video, and I feel very inspired. This is an example of living a life worth living.

[@oceanbreeze89]

Cost of living crisis is killing everyone but Australia remains one of the most expensive places to live in. To solve this problem for all the pensioners, our government should consider allowing ALL pensioners (without prejudice) to move overseas for retirement to get a better quality of life and still get full pension rate while overseas; receiving the same amount they would receive in Australia to sustain their lifestyle overseas. Pensioners should be able to choose where they want to reside if they meet residency requirements for other countries to get the best lifestyle out of their full pension payments from Centrelink without the fear of reductions for spending too long overseas each time they travel abroad.

[@OMGaNEWBIE]

I wish you would have activated the CC feature so that we could read the words that we can't understand.

[@lenapas9480]

For who can see from another angle they trying to get rid of old population so no need to pay pension, Australians have to retire near they loved ones near they roots. Adventure in old age is not easy, they make to look so good, but what about loneliness dementia no support of family if sick. The government have to fix the problem and not discard the people who work hard to build this country.

[@annahall9610]

Spain had aged care most likely ore affordable than Australia

[@beany1944]

How long will she be able to climb those stairs? Its shameful that a country treat their pensioners like filth and that they should live of almost nothing. Its the same in my country.

[@Schmunzelfee]

Honestly, probably for a long time. A reason why people can not climb stairs anymore is because they lose muscle, which happens as you become older. Many people in countries like Spain, Greece and Italy are mobile and active until their 90ies. Also because of the lifestyle there.

[@didntlistendad]

Australia does not treat pensioners like filth. There are variables in the way people live & handle money during their work lives.

[@janettedavis6627]

There is such a thing as a stair chair its electric. It gets attached to the banister close to the wall .Press a button and your up and down.

[@djdownie3]

Well it's welfare giving a return of almost a million invested for a couple so it's not really filth.

[@elizabethmatraszek630]

@@didntlistendad Exactly. I am pensioner and I don't complain. I have good life in Australia. Europe is not so good as you think

[@janreid1629]

My friends came home from Porthgal as when health issues arose the Portugese system was impossible for them. I hope this lady stays well!

[@anthonydowling3356]

The Spanish health system is world class .She will have to pay for health insurance ,but its not much .

[@melissabrown6553]

Hi, interesting to watch the video. I have a friend who is trying out Spain as a possible place to live. She is on a student visa, and doing some work as well. She says she is drowning in bureaucracy and the number of translated documents she requires is quite overwhelming. Is retiring to Spain any easier? I have spent the last 2 sumner/autumns in Andalucia and if I can spend my last 20/30 years in or around Córdoba I'd be incredibly happy. I'm interested about Norah's experience getting a visa. I have an apt here which I would sell in a minute if I knew I could get a visa. Thanks for any info.

[@annahall9610]

We should never have got to this

[@david-reason]

But it has got to this! So write letters to your Govt in their isolated city of Canberra, and tell them what's happening it their once great country.

[@davidcross527]

Is this the same interview from a few years ago I can't remember but it seems to be the same of what I watched of her years ago, might be trying some ideas to empty houses in Australia

[@angelrose7906]

Would like to see an update on this lady moving to Spain. She mentions reading an article about Spain's healthcare in 2020. So, wondering how old is this interview?

[@norahohrt4922]

@angelrose7906 This interview was 5 years ago.

[@7news]

We will work on getting you an update!

[@onemomentatatime7697]

@@7news Yeah you've rehashed it 3 times so far

[@anthonydowling3356]

She may have passed ?

[@anthonydowling3356]

Correction she was still with us 4 days ago as she answered somebody's comment .

[@coolbreeze8008]

I admire her she's inspiring also only thing is shame she didn't have a small investment here a unit that she could have returned in case some medical issues however she's so inspiring good luck .

[@simoneevans6824]

Awesome Lady

[@doreenazzoppardi1062]

Good for her, I wish her all the best. No government in the world is any better , they’re all about their own back pocket but that’s going to change and for those who are happy being a slave to the government good luck to you too. She’s absolutely right as far as Australians ignorance towards elderly people but guess what everyone ends up there so those who don’t respect the elderly your turn will come. As the saying goes what goes around comes around, guaranteed. Bravo young wise woman.😃💖👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@drthomason7043]

All the very best to you.

[@belindamarshall6658]

Fabulous, Nora!

[@luvghd]

Clearly, she doesn't have any children or grandchildren so had nothing to lose so good for her, living her best life and thriving.

[@denisehadfield383]

Can you get the Australian aged pension and live in Spain

[@paulv5233]

Yes at the moment you must have worked at least 35 years in Australia. But you can check it out online Australia Services

[@MKiurinuRigold]

Support ❤

[@berniemckinley4988]

Omg her health insurance is cheaper than what I pay in general for GPs and tests, exams etc here. Then there’s the dental! Wow

[@siiioxide7807]

next up . " *how to retire before 80* "

[@diannehardwick950]

What an excellent video. This lady explains the pros and cons of moving to Spain. She has achieved a happy old age through the courage to make this big step. Well done!

[@ilikedabeans9971]

NEVER trust comment disablers.

[@user-cl1iq2fy2s]

Just don’t try to move to Portugal.!! Its an absolutely fantastic place❤ with beautiful people, amazing cities and culture and superb properties in the Centre and an immigration system in complete absolute/collapse/chaos with no chance of renewal of residency with a queue of 307200!!! people in from of you.