When it comes to flying economy, it turns out that while the dreaded middle seat may not be the most comfortable, it’s officially the safest spot on the plane. Experts say while flying on a plane is still safer than travelling in a car, accidents can...
The government is staring down a key health union after its national boss said workers in the “crumbling” aged care sector would be better off working at KFC. Health Services Union national president Gerard Hayes said aged care workers couldn’t wait two years for their 15...
The automotive industry is not cutting carbon emissions fast enough and could blow its 1.5-degree climate target by as much as 75 per cent in 2050, new research warns. The Pathway Report, prepared by consulting firm Kearney, also found swapping petrol vehicles for electric cars would...
Being married may help prevent type 2 diabetes, regardless of whether the relationship is happy, research suggests. Previous studies have found that happy marriages confer a range of health benefits compared with being single, including a longer life, fewer strokes and heart attacks, less depression and...
The Australian share market has finished higher after US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell doubled down on last week’s somewhat dovish rhetoric. The benchmark S&P/ASX200 index on Wednesday closed up 26 points, or 0.35 per cent, to 7,530.1, while the broader All Ordinaries finished 27.4 points...
While most people write wills, very few families discuss inheritance. Parents avoid discussing inheritance planning with their children due to the subject’s sensitivity. However, avoiding the conversation does more harm than good. For example, poor wealth management by heirs can lead to business collapse. Here are some reasons...
Risks such as accidents, calamities and medical emergencies can change your life, leaving you with debt and losses. For example, if a fire damages your home, you must use your savings to rebuild or seek help from friends and family if the house isn’t insured. Such uncertainties...
Are you the employee who eagerly waits for retirement day or one who fears it because they are not prepared? While there is no blueprint for a happy retirement, some actions can help increase the chances of having an enjoyable life after retirement. For example, you...
The new year is a perfect time to reflect on your achievements from the ending year and to plan for the new year. While you can also make resolutions for other aspects of life, financial success should be at the top of your list. Check if you...
Dressed in high-vis and working on a roof, Meliha Birkett is the one per cent. She is one of roughly 65 female roof tilers in Australia, among 6500 people employed in the trade. Ms Birkett, 19, began working with her dad Paul to save up for an...