Leaders in artificial intelligence warn Australia is falling behind and national productivity gains rest on embracing the technology. The sense of urgency for Australia to jump on the global AI bandwagon has not been felt for a “century or so”, with Microsoft’s John Galligan comparing the...
More than half of business operators are reaching into their own pockets to keep their ventures afloat in tight financial conditions, with most seeing better times ahead. Business performance over the past 12 months was seen as either good or very good by 61 per cent...
AI could help streamline the justice system but it won’t replace the need for common humanity, a top judge says. As artificial intelligence chatbots begin creeping into daily use at Australia’s law firms, questions have been raised over whether it could also help judge cases. AI can...
Increasing numbers of household solar panels and batteries are set to slash power bills in half by 2050, according to new modelling by the Grattan Institute. The Bills down, emissions down report, released by the independent think tank says that energy bills averaging around $5800 nationally...
Australians are buying electric vehicles in record numbers, putting more than 410,000 on the nation’s roads, but experts warn more purchases and policy changes will be needed to meet climate targets. Those changes could include a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles...
Talking about estate planning can feel confronting. It’s a conversation tied to ageing, mortality, money, and family dynamics — all sensitive topics many of us prefer to avoid. Yet, avoiding it doesn’t make the need go away. In fact, most people leave estate planning too late,...
When you run a small business, you often wear multiple hats — from marketing to finance to daily operations. But one area many small business owners overlook is human resources (HR). Even with a small team, having a basic HR structure matters. It protects your business...
Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges. Whether you’re pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adapting to new life circumstances, the transition can have considerable financial implications. Planning ahead and seeking advice from a qualified...
It’s no secret: when tax time rolls around, most of us look for ways to reduce how much we owe. But there’s a big difference between smart tax planning and simply trying to avoid tax. The key term to know is tax minimisation — the legal...
Getting your first job is an exciting and stressful time. Kids don’t always know what to do or how to act. Giving them some advice can help them get off to a good start. Explain that they’ve already gotten through the hard part. They made it through...