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...
Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging endeavor. As an entrepreneur, you need to navigate various systems and processes while minimising errors and maximising success. To gain a competitive edge and make informed decisions, establishing a working relationship with a professional mentor is invaluable....
Owning a home is a significant milestone. However, the financial responsibility of mortgage repayments can be daunting for some homeowners. In times of financial difficulty, it’s essential to find ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting on your loan. Here are some practical tips you...
Facing legal action, whether it comes as a lawsuit or a demand to pay damages, can be incredibly stressful. It may trigger feelings of fear, confusion, anger, or embarrassment, especially if the claim feels unfair or comes as a complete shock. During such times, it’s important...
When Australians wake up to a new year, changes to government payments and policies will impact the finances of millions of households. From Thursday, the maximum cost of medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will be slashed from $31.60 to $25 – the lowest the co-payment...
There are two ways of looking at the performance of Australia’s stock market for 2025: half full or half empty. The ASX200 on Tuesday afternoon was on track to deliver a 6.7 per cent return for the year, or 10.3 per cent when including dividends. But the...
Is the wealth gap between old and young Australians becoming a gulf? Former federal Treasury secretary Ken Henry has declared young workers are being “robbed” by the tax system, while ex-Victorian treasurer Tim Pallas calls the intergenerational wealth gap a “national tragedy”. The “dramatic increase” in wealth...
More women in leadership, a narrowing pay gap and superannuation added to paid parental leave are among the gender equality wins notched by Australia in 2025. Yet advocates say momentum needs to build in 2026 towards achieving true equality, with women still over-represented in part-time, low...
Streaming video is taking up more of our screen time, working from home still commands the most uploads, and Australia is clawing up the worldwide broadband speed rankings. Children may be leaving social media but broadband downloads are rising in Australia, and Queenslanders continue to use...
Pet owners are being urged to rein in their desire to share festive treats with their furry friends as many foods can pose serious health risks. While many steer clear of giving their dogs chocolate, other foods can be equally as toxic, Lort Smith Animal Hospital’s...