Retirement success… but at what cost?
2 April
You made it. After decades of early mornings, long days, financial discipline, and countless sacrifices, you’ve reached retirement. The mortgage is under control, the superannuation balance looks solid, and the calendar is finally your own. For...[Read More]
Spin the globe: the quiet magic of Patagonia & beyond
2 April
They had done Europe. Twice. Cruised Alaska, crossed Route 66, wandered through Tuscany, chased sunsets in Santorini, and sipped their way through the Barossa and Bordeaux alike. Their passports told a story of a life well-travelled. So when they...[Read More]
Starting or restarting a Fitness Regime in Your 60s
2 April
If you’re over 60, regular exercise is essential for maintaining health, energy, and independence. It reduces the risk of serious conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. However, starting or restarting a fitness regime...[Read More]
A life well lived: Reflections from aged care on living without regret
2 April
Sitting quietly by the window in an aged care home, watching the sun stretch across the garden, there is a unique clarity that comes with time. Life slows down, but reflection deepens. The noise of ambition fades, and what remains are the moments,...[Read More]
Your greatest asset isn’t what you think: Why protecting your income matters most
2 April
When people are asked what their biggest asset is, the answers are often predictable—your home, your superannuation, your investment portfolio, or perhaps your business. All of these are important, and for many Australians they represent years of...[Read More]
The value of a strong educational foundation for your child
2 April
As parents, we naturally desire the best for our children, aiming to lay down a path that leads to a fulfilling and prosperous future. One of the most critical and impactful steps on this journey is ensuring a good education for our children. A...[Read More]
Daylight saving in Australia: A time shift that divides and defines us
1 April
Twice a year, millions of Australians adjust their clocks—and with it, their routines, habits, and even their mindset. Daylight Saving Time (DST) is more than just gaining or losing an hour; it’s a cultural and economic rhythm that continues to...[Read More]
The RBA conflict that could decide its next rates call
1 April
A conflict at the heart of the Reserve Bank’s mandate could determine the outcome of its next interest rates decision. Minutes from the central bank’s March meeting published on Tuesday revealed a split between the five members who voted for a...[Read More]
Scam alert: Personal loan scams
1 April
What’s happening Scammers are setting up fraudulent websites offering personal loans. They are also posting online advertisements for their services on social media platforms. Once your application for a loan is approved, you’ll receive an...[Read More]
CBA ups inflation prediction as supply chains strain
1 April
Economists at Australia’s largest lender have issued a dire warning for consumers, forecasting inflation to scale new heights as hopes of a quick resolution to the Iran war fade. The Commonwealth Bank (CBA) expects headline inflation to peak at...[Read More]
Surcharge fees no more, but will consumers save a buck?
1 April
WHAT’S CHANGING * Surcharges costing consumers $1.6 billion a year will be removed on EFTPOS, Mastercard and Visa card transactions * The cap on interchange fees paid by businesses will be lowered, forecast to save them $910 million a year and...[Read More]
Major capital home prices slip in two-speed market
1 April
Australia’s two largest property markets could be entering a downturn as rising inflation and interest rates squeeze prospective buyers. But while the Middle East conflict will take some steam out of price growth, Australia’s chronic undersupply...[Read More]
Fuel pain to last longer despite tax cut kicking in
1 April
Motorists will need to wait longer for cheaper fuel as a tax cut might take weeks to start flowing through the bowser, as Labor resists turning to fuel rationing to shore up supply. The federal government’s halving of the fuel tax will begin on...[Read More]
Fuel relief may not be enough to help stressed budgets
1 April
Households already under pressure from higher interest rates will still face a cost wall of elevated fuel prices, despite government efforts to take some of the heat out. Two of Australia’s biggest banks have recorded spikes in spending at petrol...[Read More]
‘Unfair’ subscription traps to be banned in new rules
1 April
Unfair trading practices such as subscription traps and drip pricing will be banned under reforms designed to bolster protections for consumers. The Albanese government introduced laws to parliament on Wednesday to put an end to tactics used by...[Read More]