Whether you’re downsizing and selling the family home to hit the road full-time, taking a career break for a six to twelve-month lap of Australia, or simply planning a relaxing weekend away, the caravanning lifestyle is booming across the country. With stunning coastal drives, wide...
Collecting is an act of love, one rooted in nostalgia, identity, and a desire to preserve the past. For many Baby Boomers, collections of antiques, vintage glassware, and memorabilia from the 1950s and 60s are not only cherished possessions but also powerful symbols of a...
As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes increasingly important. Every adult has the right to control their affairs, whether managing finances or making healthcare decisions. However, as we age, factors such as illness, disability, or unexpected accidents can diminish our ability to handle...
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...
Australian workers can look forward to a bigger nest egg, with an increase to the superannuation guarantee to add tens of thousands of dollars to the average super account. From July 1, employers’ minimum required contribution to employees’ superannuation accounts will rise from 11.5 per cent...
Inflation has fallen to a seven-month low, bolstering hopes of an imminent cut to interest rates. Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics on Wednesday showed headline inflation fell from 2.4 per cent to 2.1 per cent in May. The monthly figures also showed a sharp drop...
Visiting more than one supermarket has proven to be the smartest approach for shoppers, as data shows prices for everyday essentials continue to vary widely. Data from consumer advocacy group Choice found that, even without specials, prices differed across the big four supermarkets, with Aldi emerging...
Almost one in every three Australians feels overwhelmed by the process of choosing and installing a solar battery even as demand for the technology grows in the lead-up to a national rebate scheme. More than half of all Australians are also put off by the cost...
Tesla has deployed a small group of self-driving taxis picking up paying passengers in Texas, with chief Elon Musk announcing the “robotaxi launch” and social media influencers posting videos of their first rides. Musk called the moment the “culmination of a decade of hard work” in...
Artificial intelligence could disrupt more than just technology – it could widen the gender gap between boys and girls studying science, technology, engineering and maths. Women 4 STEM spokeswoman Sharon Samson issued the warning on Friday, while calling for industry, educators and governments to do more...