Money
How a new generation of investors are teaching their parents about investing
26 February
Not too long ago, in the 1950s, the process of investing was both expensive and time-consuming. People who could afford to invest in stocks only did so via stock brokerages, which virtually monopolised the market. Fixed commissions were the norm —...[Read More]
Why tax planning works best when it’s not left until June
19 February
Tax tends to become a priority when deadlines are close — but the best tax outcomes are usually supported by decisions made throughout the year. For individuals and business owners alike, proactive tax planning can reduce last-minute stress,...[Read More]
Money, meaning, and mistakes: The advice I’d give my younger self
19 February
If I could sit down with my younger self and offer a heartfelt conversation, it would revolve around the two pillars of a well-lived life: financial wisdom and life perspective. It wouldn’t be a lecture, but more like quiet guidance—a few...[Read More]
Building smarter: How to create an environmentally friendly home
29 January
Sustainability is no longer a niche consideration in property—it’s becoming a core part of how Australians design, build, and renovate their homes. With rising energy costs, increasing climate awareness, and greater buyer demand for efficient...[Read More]
Investing can be a roller coaster: tips for riding the ups and downs
22 January
Investing is rarely a smooth ride. Markets rise, fall, and sometimes loop-the-loop, leaving even the most seasoned investors feeling queasy. Just like a roller coaster, the ups can be exhilarating, but the drops can be nerve-wracking. The key to...[Read More]
‘Struggling in silence’: Aussies’ shame driving up debt
21 January
“I feel like I am a vampire pulling the blood, the money, from the machines. But then I realised – the machines are the vampires pulling the blood from me.” These are the words Carol, a 58-year-old single mother from Queensland, wrote in her...[Read More]
Financial freedom comes from disciplined planning, timely investments, and wise decision-making
15 January
The importance of personal financial planning can’t be overstated, regardless of your age. Proper financial planning can offer a safety net for you and your family while giving you the freedom to make informed choices. Many adults worry about the...[Read More]
Happy new ‘calendar’ year: A smarter start from a tax and accounting perspective
8 January
The start of a new calendar year is more than just a fresh page in the diary — it’s an opportunity to reset, refocus and set yourself up for a smoother financial year ahead. From a tax and accounting point of view, January is the perfect time to...[Read More]
Show me the money: call to claim $300m in state coffers
7 January
The next best thing to winning lotto is getting some extra cash to offset costs during the holiday period. A whopping $300 million is sitting in the unclaimed money pool of NSW that taxpayers are legally entitled to from businesses that have not...[Read More]
New Year’s Resolutions: Why we make them—and why some stick while others don’t
1 January
Every January, millions of people around the world embrace the symbolic “fresh start” that the new year provides. Fuelled by optimism and the desire for self-improvement, we set resolutions that promise better habits, healthier living, and...[Read More]
A new year, a fresh start: Building a better you
1 January
A new year carries a quiet kind of magic. It invites reflection without judgement and possibility without pressure. No matter what the past year looked like, January represents a reset button — a chance to realign your priorities and move forward...[Read More]
New year brings cheaper medicines, higher energy bills
1 January
When Australians wake up to a new year, changes to government payments and policies will impact the finances of millions of households. From Thursday, the maximum cost of medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will be slashed from $31.60 to...[Read More]
Self-interest widening wealth gap between old and young
1 January
Is the wealth gap between old and young Australians becoming a gulf? Former federal Treasury secretary Ken Henry has declared young workers are being “robbed” by the tax system, while ex-Victorian treasurer Tim Pallas calls the intergenerational...[Read More]
10 Smart end-of-year moves to set yourself up for a successful 2026
25 December
As the calendar year winds down, many people switch into holiday mode and plan to “reset” in January. While rest is important, this final stretch of the year is actually one of the most powerful times to prepare for a healthier, wealthier, and...[Read More]
CBA to repay $68m in fees to low-income customers
24 December
Following pressure from regulators, Australia’s largest bank says it will repay $68 million to low-income customers who incurred unusually high bank fees for services such as dishonoured payments and overdraws. Commonwealth Bank said on Tuesday it...[Read More]