We take more photos and videos today than any generation before us. Birthdays, holidays, weddings, grandchildren, pets, family gatherings and everyday moments are captured almost constantly. Yet there is an interesting contradiction: while we probably have more photographs than our parents and grandparents ever did, there...
Superannuation is one of the most powerful tools Australians have to build long-term financial security. Yet, for many young people, it remains out of sight and out of mind. They may see it as something for “future them” to worry about — a distant concept that...
Adopting an eco-conscious lifestyle has far-reaching implications for not only reducing your individual carbon emissions but also preserving valuable natural assets and contributing to a more liveable planet. Each of us, in our daily activities, has the power to enact meaningful change through environmentally sound...
More interest rate hikes are on the cards after Australia’s headline inflation rate came in higher than expected, despite falling to its lowest level in eight months. The consumer price index rose one per cent in July, resulting in the annual rate of inflation falling to...
Aussies have lost hundreds of millions of dollars to scammers in 2026, with swindle tactics becoming trickier despite a drop in reported activity. Cybercriminals have cheated Australians out of $186.9 million so far in 2026, down from almost $210 million at the same time in 2025,...
Purchases of Australian property by overseas investors have plunged after the government announced a ban on foreigners buying Australian homes. The number of investment approvals fell by more than 22 per cent to 5284 in 2024/25, the Productivity Commission found in its annual trade and assistance...
A modular home factory will receive $120 million in taxpayer backing to turbocharge the fledgling industry and solve Australia’s housing shortage. The investment in Built Living – a 50:50 joint venture between Australian contractor Built and Bunnings owner Wesfarmers – is the first foray into housing...
Tax is an unavoidable part of running a small business, but it is also one of the areas that can create the most confusion. For many business owners, tax sits somewhere between administration, compliance and financial planning. It is often pushed aside while the more immediate...
For years, retirement can seem like a date on the calendar. A number. An age. A point somewhere in the future when you finally finish work, close the office door, hand over the keys or switch off the computer for the last time. But when that moment...
Every stage of life offers unique opportunities for personal growth and well-being, both physical and mental. Whether you’re in your 20s or beyond your 50s, there’s always something new to try that can keep you active and mentally stimulated. Here are some specially curated activities...