Make time for what matters: why you should take your annual leave
10 July
In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s easy to forget what really matters. Deadlines loom, inboxes overflow, and the “urgent” often takes precedence over the important. But if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s this: time is the...[Read More]
Making the most of your FIFO years: 10 tips for money and life
10 July
Working Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) can be a golden opportunity to fast-track your financial future and build a life with purpose—if managed wisely. Whether you’re doing it for a few years to get ahead or making a long-term career out of it, the...[Read More]
The importance of seeking advice for legal issues
10 July
Legal issues are an inevitable part of life. Whether you’re dealing with property transactions, employment disputes, family matters, or financial concerns, navigating the complexities of the legal system can be daunting. While the specifics of...[Read More]
Ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting on your loan
10 July
Owning a home is a significant milestone. However, the financial responsibility of mortgage repayments can be daunting for some homeowners. In times of financial difficulty, it’s essential to find ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting...[Read More]
Strategies for adult children moving out of home and overcoming the cost of living
10 July
The rising cost of living has become a significant challenge for adult children living at home and aspiring to move out. In many parts of the world, particularly in Australia, the cost of housing, groceries, transportation, and utilities has...[Read More]
Insurance blind spots to look out for: protecting your assets and business
9 July
Insurance is an essential component of risk management for individuals and businesses alike, yet many often overlook critical aspects when purchasing or renewing their policies. Here are the top ten things people and business owners frequently do...[Read More]
Insurance – it’s a critical safeguard designed to protect everything you’ve worked hard to build
9 July
When financial uncertainty strikes, it’s natural—and often wise—to examine your expenses closely and determine where you can safely cut back. Adopting a frugal mindset can help you weather challenging economic conditions and maintain...[Read More]
Rates hold call cuts deep but bank governor offers hope
9 July
Borrowers have missed out on another interest rate cut – for now – as the Reserve Bank of Australia waits for more proof inflation has been beaten. But further repayment relief should be on the horizon, with Governor Michele Bullock confirming...[Read More]
Older Aussies back increased superannuation tax
9 July
Most older Australians support increasing taxes on high superannuation balances. The federal government is controversially hoping to lift taxes on super balances above $3 million from 15 per cent to 30 per cent in a move predicted to impact about...[Read More]
Slow rate of cuts puts squeeze on business, households
9 July
A wait of at least five weeks until further interest rate relief is expected to keep the pressure on retailers and other consumer-facing businesses keen for spending to pick up. In a move that caught markets and most economists by surprise, the...[Read More]
‘Not all bad news’: the Aussie upside of Trump tariffs
9 July
Consumers could benefit from lower interest rates and cheaper goods after Donald Trump announced increased tariffs on two of Australia’s biggest trading partners. The US president has brought in 25 per cent tariffs on goods from Japan and Korea,...[Read More]
Australia must ‘throw everything’ at climate summit
9 July
Leaders need to “throw everything” at winning Australia’s bid to host a key climate summit as the nation finds itself in a global race to net zero. Australia has teamed up with the Pacific in a proposal to jointly host the 2026 United Nations...[Read More]
PM puts lid on GST hikes, pledges boost for business
9 July
The prime minister has trimmed expectations Australia’s goods and services tax could be raised as part of a suite of changes that includes lower income taxes. While he did not want to rule any policy changes in or out of the government’s...[Read More]
Elon Musk victory in war on strict Australian web laws
9 July
“A win for free speech in Australia.” This is what Elon Musk’s lawyers have said after overturning government orders blocking a post claiming transgender people belonged in a mental institution. Musk’s social media platform X, formerly known...[Read More]
Indigenous business must be ‘backed’ to Close the Gap
9 July
Despite “deficits” and “negativity” surrounding Closing the Gap narratives, Indigenous businesses are slowly becoming the engine driving social change because they are grounded in their own communities. A landmark report from Supply Nation...[Read More]