End of Financial Year: a time for reflection and new opportunity

12 June

Why the EOFY Marks More Than Just a Date on the Calendar As June 30 rolls around each year in Australia, it brings with it a moment of pause — a clear marker that one financial chapter is closing and another is about to begin.Ā  While for some, it...[Read More]

The top 5 places to visit in Australia for retirees

12 June

Now that you’ve retired from the workforce and have all the opportunities to do what you want, you’re ready to take the trip of a lifetime. Ā  If you’re planning to take a tour across Australia, here’s a list of 5 top destinations to visit...[Read More]

Teaching kids about money at different stages in their lives

12 June

It’s every parent’s dream to secure their children’s future. Of course, not everyone has the wealth required to do this, and the next best thing you could do as a parent is to teach them how to budget and invest. Through financial education,...[Read More]

Businesses and consumers caught between opposing forces

11 June

Will a second rate cut be enough to settle the nerves of businesses and consumers spooked by global trade uncertainty? Donald Trump’s tariffs have weighed on sentiment in recent months, stifling an expected economic recovery in 2025. Household...[Read More]

Average home prices hit $1m with more growth to come

11 June

Australia’s property market continues to strengthen and gain momentum as the value of the average home soars past the $1 million mark for the first time. The national mean dwelling price reached $1,002,500 in the March quarter, a 0.7 per cent...[Read More]

PM commits to ā€˜lasting change’ in second-term agenda

11 June

Anthony Albanese has pledged to implement lasting and meaningful change in his second term as prime minister, promising his government can meet the moment against challenging circumstances. In his first major speech since winning an expanded...[Read More]

Liberals concede tax cut stance a ā€˜strategic mistake’

11 June

The coalition’s new finance spokesman has conceded campaigning against tax cuts was a significant error, promising to push for lower rates in the next term of parliament. James Paterson said the coalition’s position against Labor’s two-part...[Read More]

Greens strike conciliatory tone on super tax changes

11 June

The Greens are ā€œabsolutely readyā€ to work with Labor to make proposed changes to superannuation, acknowledging the mandate voters gave the Albanese government at the election. Labor is looking to double the tax rate of super balances above $3...[Read More]

ā€˜Not unreasonable’: PM hopeful on summit compromise

11 June

The prime minister is confident unions and business groups will find common ground in dealing with flagging rates of productivity. Anthony Albanese announced a productivity roundtable would be held in Canberra in August to find ways on lifting...[Read More]

Australia urged to spearhead regional carbon tariffs

11 June

Teaming up with other regional economies to impose tariffs on carbon-intensive iron and other goods has been pitched as key to Australia’s future as a major player in emerging green industries. The case for Asian carbon border tariffs has been...[Read More]

Grit and determination characterises women honoured

11 June

Grit, determination and a lot of teamwork are credited by several women as the secrets to their success. Notable women in business, banking, the law and tertiary education, have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List for their...[Read More]

Labor vows to slash red tape to turbocharge housing

11 June

Breaking ground on delivering 1.2 million homes starts by untangling the maze of bureaucratic approvals, the federal government says. Housing Minister Clare O’Neil has signalled a second-term Labor administration will move quickly to boost...[Read More]

Industrial disputes drop to lowest level in two years

11 June

The number of industrial disputes has fallen to a two-year low, new figures reveal, despite major work outages affecting public transport commuters. Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics showed there were 44 disputes during the first three...[Read More]

A prime minister, a filmmaker and academics honoured

11 June

KING’S BIRTHDAY 2025 HONOURS LIST AT A GLANCE * 830 Australians recognised * 581 people received awards in the general division of the Order of Australia * 14 appointed as Companions (AC) of the Order of Australia * 31 Officers (AO) of the Order...[Read More]

Mastering the art of asking favours

5 June

Asking for a favour is a delicate art that, when done correctly, strengthens relationships and builds trust.Ā  However, when approached poorly, it can strain even the strongest of connections.Ā  Whether within families, friendships, or professional...[Read More]