Job scams are on the rise and Australians are being warned to be wary, with losses since January this year reaching $20 million. Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones says the National Anti-Scams Centre has reported an increase of over 740 per cent in employment scams in...
Ride-share drivers will be given quick access to 10,000 electric vehicles as part of a deal between Uber and BYD that is designed to boost the number of low-emission cars in Australia. The partnership, revealed on Wednesday, will see BYD Atto 3 electric vehicles offered to...
Hailstorms are a leading cause of damage to vehicles and property but despite signs hail intensity is increasing, Australians are largely unprepared against the threat. The hail season typically runs from October through January, but less than one in four Australian homeowners say their properties are...
Australian motorists cannot lawfully be taxed by states for driving electric and hybrid vehicles. The High Court on Wednesday ruled on a case involving Victoria’s road user tax on low-emission vehicles, launched by two electric vehicle drivers in 2021. The court found the Victorian government could not...
Women who don’t fit the mould of being straight, white and able bodied have been left behind by gender pay gap initiatives. A report from Victoria’s Public Sector Gender Equality Commissioner, has exposed how a person’s age, cultural identity, disability, gender identity and sexual orientation impact...
Given a chance, most people would love to own a business and be their own boss. If you have a great product or service concept, the thought of building your own company from scratch can be very attractive. After all, who doesn’t want to be the...
In today’s digital age, information is readily accessible at our fingertips, thanks to the proliferation of social media platforms and influencers. Australians, like people worldwide, often turn to these platforms for guidance and information on various topics, including investing. However, it has been estimated that...
As clients seeking financial guidance and planning services, we play a crucial role in ensuring a successful partnership with our financial planners. Here are three essential insights from our perspective to enhance our collaboration with financial professionals and make informed decisions about our financial future. ...
The idea of renovating a home can stir a mix of emotions. The pleasure of envisaging a freshly painted lounge or a revamped kitchen battles against concerns over the costs, time, and effort required. Nonetheless, astute home renovations can not only breathe new life into...
Like any other insurance policy, life insurance has many variations to meet different users’ needs. Thus, before choosing one, you must determine what you need in a life insurance policy. The best way to determine the best policy is by evaluating your needs, premium costs and...