Top 5 tips to motivate kids to save
23 April
Building strong money habits early can set children up for a lifetime of smart financial decisions. It all starts with simple lessons in saving, spending, and valuing what matters most. Help Them Set a Clear Goal Saving is much easier when...[Read More]
Making the most of dalary sacrifice: A smarter way to build your super
23 April
When it comes to building long-term wealth for retirement, one strategy that often gets mentioned—but not always fully understood—is salary sacrificing into superannuation. While it may sound complex, the concept is relatively straightforward...[Read More]
Top 5 ways to increase the value of your home before selling
23 April
When it comes time to sell your home, first impressions and perceived value can make a significant difference to your final sale price. Buyers are often comparing multiple properties at once, so making your home stand out—without overspending—is...[Read More]
Understanding the NDIS: Who it supports and how it works
23 April
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is Australia’s flagship program designed to support people living with permanent and significant disability. At its core, the NDIS provides funding to eligible individuals so they can access the...[Read More]
Still hitting the road: Smart ways to caravan through rising fuel costs
23 April
Fuel prices are dominating headlines across Australia, and for many caravanners, they’ve become the single biggest factor shaping how—and whether—we travel. What was once a relatively affordable way to explore the country is now forcing...[Read More]
Financial security: key strategies to safeguard your financial future
23 April
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
Understanding intergenerational wealth
23 April
Intergenerational wealth refers to the financial assets, investments, and valuable resources passed from one generation to the next. This can include property, shares, superannuation, savings, family businesses, or even sentimental assets such as...[Read More]
Warning for borrowers as RBA frets over its credibility
22 April
Australia could be heading back to the runaway inflation of the 1970s and 1980s if people lose faith in the Reserve Bank, a top central bank official says. Speaking at a panel of economists during the International Monetary Fund spring meetings in...[Read More]
‘Pretty severe’: warnings for Australia ahead of budget
22 April
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is en route to the US for crucial talks as the IMF delivered a dire forecast for Australia’s inflation rate and warned of a global recession. Dr Chalmers will discuss the economic maelstrom with international counterparts at...[Read More]
Fuel pump prices to ease amid shipping breakthrough
22 April
Motorists are cashing in on falling petrol prices following a ceasefire in Iran but relief may be short-lived, with the scenario expected to remain volatile for months. Prices at the bowser have dipped below $2.10 a litre and under $3 for diesel for...[Read More]
Job market yet to feel impact of Iran war, rate hikes
22 April
The Iran war has yet to hit Australia’s robust labour market, but a double-blow to unemployment from higher oil prices and the Reserve Bank is on its way. The jobless rate held steady at 4.3 per cent in March, despite the Middle East conflict...[Read More]
AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it
22 April
It is not just about the office playlist: artificial intelligence technology could deepen Australia’s generation gap in the workplace. A study released by analytics firm Amplitude on Thursday found older workers were significantly less likely to...[Read More]
Australians love their cash and will carry or hoard it
22 April
If you are one of those people who still carry a bunch of $10 or $20 notes around in your pocket in case of emergencies, you’re not alone. While a majority of payments made in Australia are done by electronic means, including cards, about half of...[Read More]
Showers free in aged care reform as health rebate cut
22 April
Private health insurance rebates will be slashed for older Australians to fund essential home care services such as showering and dressing support. The federal government has backed down on a requirement that people receiving aged care support pay...[Read More]
‘Gold-plated’ building code worsening housing crisis
22 April
Australia’s housing supply shortage is being exacerbated by requirements for young home buyers to install unnecessary features such as bathroom rails in new properties, builders warn. Onerous accessibility and energy efficiency standards, overly...[Read More]