Australians have raced to secure electric vehicles during the Middle East war-driven fuel crisis, near-doubling sales to set a national record. Motorists bought more than 15,800 new electric cars during March, according to figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries on Tuesday, while sales...
Living within walking distance of the shops might seem trivial but for regional Australians, it could be the path to a longer, healthier life. Residents in well-connected regional towns walk about 75 minutes more a week than those in less walkable areas, research by the Menzies...
Purchasing an investment property is a major financial decision. For many Australians, it involves committing significant capital, taking on long-term debt, and relying on the property to help build wealth over time. Investment properties can generate rental income and potentially deliver capital growth, but they...
There may come a time in life when you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself—whether due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline. It’s not an easy topic to think about, but it is one of the most important conversations you can have....
You made it. After decades of early mornings, long days, financial discipline, and countless sacrifices, you’ve reached retirement. The mortgage is under control, the superannuation balance looks solid, and the calendar is finally your own. For many, this is the dream. And yet, standing on the deck of...
They had done Europe. Twice. Cruised Alaska, crossed Route 66, wandered through Tuscany, chased sunsets in Santorini, and sipped their way through the Barossa and Bordeaux alike. Their passports told a story of a life well-travelled. So when they spun the globe again, half expecting to...