The sole purpose of a self-managed super fund (SMSF) is to save up for your retirement savings. There are people promoting early access schemes (PDF, 156KB)This link will download a file which are illegal and could cost you more than your retirement savings. Be on the lookout for...
Employees with post-traumatic stress or facing domestic violence have been given new hope they could have further protection by Christmas. A slate of changes to workplace laws have been split so less contentious parts can pass immediately while the government and opposition go head to head...
Multiple federal infrastructure projects are on the chopping block in a bid to ease inflation, with a review finding billions of dollars worth of overruns. An independent review of the infrastructure investment program has found $33 billion of budget blowouts, with that figure tipped to grow...
Thousands of Centrelink and Medicare staff are being recruited in a bid to shorten call wait times and provide better customer service. The federal government will hire 3000 new recruits to Services Australia’s frontline as part of their efforts to implement recommendations from the robodebt royal...
Limited English and a lack of computer skills made job searching in a new country difficult for Tibetan-born refugee Dhondupkyi. She’s far from alone. But with the help of Good Things Foundation Australia, opportunities are opening up for the 38-year-old who lived in India for 20 years...
Thousands of education students will receive scholarships worth up to $40,000 as part of the federal government’s push to boost the number of teachers across the nation. The scheme will offer 5000 scholarships to teaching students who begin studying next year, specifically targeting high-achieving school leavers,...
One in four Australians plan to shun an annual commemoration of war veterans as interest from younger generations in the day wanes. A report from RSL LifeCare has revealed significant generational disparities in how Australians intend to mark Remembrance Day on November 11. The majority of Australians...
Retirement is a complex period divided into various phases, each with its own set of financial requirements and lifestyle considerations. Understanding how to budget for each stage can help you make the most of your post-career years. Pre-Retirement (Ages 50 to 62) Financial Outlook In the years leading...
When it comes to managing your money, it’s crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of the five key areas of personal finance: income, spending, saving, investing, and protection. Mastering these elements can be the difference between achieving financial freedom and falling into debt. Let’s dive...
Inspired to initiate home updates after watching some of the best home renovation shows on television and streaming sites? We can’t really fault you for getting all worked up, as there’s nothing quite as exciting as embarking on a home renovation project to refresh the look...