Understanding debt recycling – transform bad debt into good debt

15 May

Debt recycling is a financial strategy that can help you transform bad debt into good debt, boosting your wealth and enhancing your financial future. This article explains the concept, its benefits, risks, and how it might apply to your specific...[Read More]

Retire right: why seeking financial advice matters

15 May

Retirement is a major life milestone, representing the beginning of a new, exciting chapter. However, to truly enjoy retirement, careful planning is essential.  Many people dream of a retirement filled with travel, leisure activities, and time...[Read More]

Living life with purpose: the key to a healthier, happier you

15 May

In a world that moves at lightning speed, it’s easy to get caught in the daily grind—ticking off to-do lists, meeting deadlines, and going through the motions. But research and real-life stories increasingly show that living with purpose,...[Read More]

Home maintenance tips to stay ahead – especially before winter hits

14 May

Staying on top of home maintenance is crucial to prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs.  Before winter arrives, it’s particularly important to ensure your home is safe, warm, and weather-resistant. A little effort now can save you...[Read More]

Winter is coming: general insurance tips to help you prepare

14 May

As the winter months approach, many Australians brace for colder temperatures, heavier rains, and in some regions, wild weather events like storms and floods.  While you may be busy checking your heating system or swapping your summer wardrobe for...[Read More]

Liberals’ first female leader promises strong policies

14 May

The federal Liberals’ first female leader has pledged unity as she works to rebuild the party after a blistering electoral defeat. Sussan Ley, the former Liberal deputy under Peter Dutton, defeated former shadow treasurer Angus Taylor 29 votes to...[Read More]

How AI is being weaponised to attack Aussie businesses

14 May

More online criminals are weaponising artificial intelligence to steal from Australian businesses, including using the technology to create deepfakes of employees’ voices and appearance. Small and medium-sized businesses were at highest risk from...[Read More]

Industry must step up to fund research: Shorten

14 May

Industry needs to “lift its game” in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday...[Read More]

More households want to go full electric but lack spark

14 May

More than one in three households are considering upgrading to electricity-only to save money and the environment, a study has found, and the number of people resisting the switch has fallen. But many Australians remain confused about efficiency...[Read More]

Would you drive 30km/h to reduce road deaths?

14 May

Unsafe roads are forcing parents to drive children less than one kilometre to school, say safety advocates pushing for lower speed limits. Restricting cars and trucks to 30km/h would be the norm for neighbourhood streets under proposed laws being...[Read More]

A glimmer of hope for nuclear dream after election bomb

14 May

Outspoken engineer Jasmin Diab still hopes a nuclear power reactor could be operating in Australia before the second half of the century. But the advocate for the technology admits the federal election campaign has severely damaged its reputation...[Read More]

Real conclave nothing like the film: Cardinal

14 May

A cardinal on the inside says the conclave to elect Pope Leo XIV was fraternal in atmosphere, without the high drama of the award-winning film of the same name. Conclave, released late last year, just months before the real-life secret meeting of...[Read More]

What to do if you’re being sued or asked to pay damages: a guide to navigating legal trouble calmly and wisely

8 May

Facing legal action, whether it comes as a lawsuit or a demand to pay damages, can be incredibly stressful. It may trigger feelings of fear, confusion, anger, or embarrassment, especially if the claim feels unfair or comes as a complete...[Read More]

General insurance: why reading the fine print matters more than you think

7 May

In today’s fast-paced world, we’re used to ticking boxes, scrolling quickly through terms and conditions, and trusting that what we buy will serve our needs. Nowhere is this truer—or riskier—than when it comes to insurance.  Whether it’s...[Read More]

Rate cut could fuel further ‘modest’ house price growth

7 May

Australian home values have continued to soar and an expected post-election rate cut is likely to fuel further growth. Defying economic uncertainty caused by US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs, the national median dwelling price rose 0.3...[Read More]