A rush for petrol and diesel driven by the ongoing Iran war has caused across-the-board price spikes and shortages in some areas. WHAT’S HAPPENED SO FAR? * Israeli and American attacks on Iran have escalated into full-blown war, prompting Tehran to shut the Strait of Hormuz, which...
The allure of free daytime power has brought savings-motivated Australians to energy expert Mamoon Reza’s door. Akin to power happy hour, the Solar Sharer policy announced in 2025 has been pitched as a win for renters, apartment dwellers and low-income households otherwise locked out of rooftop...
Australian businesses are failing at record rates and soaring energy prices are set to make matters worse, putting the national economy at risk of recession. Business insolvencies and payment defaults were already at or near their highest-ever levels from mid-2025, before the Persian Gulf conflict lit...
Prices of Cadbury hollow eggs have almost doubled per gram since two Easters ago, even after cocoa prices plummeted. Manufacturers and supermarkets have jacked prices up across the board, with the price of much-loved Lindt bunnies jumping a third on 2025 prices, the consumer advocacy group...
More than 200,000 lives and billions of dollars in health costs could be saved if political leaders developed an appetite to tax unhealthy foods, according to fresh research. The federal government is being called upon to consider a 20 per cent tax on unhealthy items, such...
Property investment has long been seen as a way to build wealth over time. For many investors, the goal is twofold: to benefit from the long-term growth in the property’s value while also generating rental income along the way. While the idea may sound straightforward,...
Estate planning is something many people put off. It can feel uncomfortable to think about what will happen to your assets, your family and your legacy after you are gone. Yet the reality is that estate planning is not only about what happens when you...
For many Australians, there is nothing quite like the freedom of hooking up the caravan, loading the car and heading off on an adventure. Whether it’s a weekend away, a trip along the coast, or a lap around the country, travelling with a caravan offers...
As people move through different stages of life, the way they communicate with one another naturally evolves. Conversations between younger and older generations can sometimes become more complex as parents and grandparents grow older. What once felt effortless can occasionally become challenging as roles shift, independence...
Parenting is a delicate balancing act that requires guidance, protection, and, eventually, the wisdom to step back and allow children to navigate their own lives. As children grow and mature, there comes a point where parents must decide when and how to release control, letting their...