Dozens more car brands – from Forthing to Skyworth – are expected to drive Australia’s automotive market forward over the coming year. The number of vehicle brands is forecast to reach 67 in 2026, according to a report released by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association, and...
Most solar panels gradually lose their energy-generating powers over time, but roughly a fifth have been found to degrade much more quickly than expected. Tiny hairline cracks and other minor manufacturing flaws missed during quality control testing are thought to be in part to blame for...
A software safety fault that forced the grounding of dozens of passenger planes across Australia has been branded by experts as “a warning shot for the future”. The glitch was triggered by space weather, a phenomenon increasingly impacting next-generation aircraft electronics and not a one-off, according...
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 greater fulfilment. But as the enthusiasm of January fades, so...
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 with intention. Whether you’re aiming...
Investing can feel intimidating for many people, particularly those just starting out. Markets fluctuate, headlines create fear, and misinformation is everywhere. Yet at its core, successful investing is not about chasing hot tips or timing the market—it’s about understanding a few fundamental principles, staying disciplined...
For decades, retirement has been framed as a milestone tied to age. Sixty-seven has become a default finish line — the point at which work stops and “retirement” begins. But this traditional view no longer reflects reality. Retirement is not about reaching a specific birthday. It’s...
Here’s a fun “spin-the-globe” travel suggestion—written as if fate itself chose your next dream adventure: Imagine giving the globe a good spin, closing your eyes, and stopping it with your finger. When you open them—boom—Portugal. A country where medieval castles brush shoulders with golden beaches, where seafood...
Here are five practical, compassionate tips to help an older person move to aged care or a retirement home—and, just as importantly, to help them feel on side and able to speak positively about this next chapter of life. While “getting excited” about the move may...
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means planning ahead. Here are four key strategies to safeguard your...