Free childcare, more subsidies urged for those in need
18 September
Free childcare for low income families and increasing subsidies for everyone else is the most cost-effective path to universal early childhood education. At least half of Australian families could benefit from the recommendations of the Productivity...[Read More]
Electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk
18 September
More than 1400 luxury electric vehicles are being recalled in Australia amid warnings their batteries could short circuit and catch fire while being driven. The federal transport department issued the recall on Tuesday for Mini Cooper SE electric...[Read More]
Menopause inquiry urges leave, education provisions
18 September
Women experiencing menopause and perimenopause should be able to request reproductive leave, a government committee report recommends. The Senate on Wednesday handed down its report into the economic, physical, mental and financial impacts of...[Read More]
Scam victims want banks to pay in push for tougher laws
18 September
Scam victims are calling for a UK-style reimbursement scheme where banks pay for fraud and want proposed laws to be fast-tracked. Under its latest crackdown on fraudsters, the Albanese government has drafted legislation that would penalise companies...[Read More]
Travel the key to youthfulness, study finds
18 September
Plenty of Australians are travelling overseas for cosmetic treatments and tweaks but new research suggests half the work might be done just by stepping on the plane. Academics at Edith Cowan University in Perth have found as well as the mental and...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 13/9/24
18 September
Markets were up this week, follow some weakness in the prior one. US economic data reinforced signals that the Fed will be cutting interest rates next week (although the debate about whether it should be a 25 basis point or 50 basis point cut...[Read More]
More workplace changes off the table before poll
18 September
Further changes to employment laws won’t take place before the next federal election, says Workplace Minister Murray Watt, as the government dismisses opposition criticism on industrial relations. In a National Press Club speech, Senator Watt hit...[Read More]
Margot Robbie confirmed to produce The Sims movie
18 September
The Sims movie is officially in the works with Margot Robbie and husband Tom Ackerley set to produce the film. After teaming up on the blockbusters Barbie and Saltburn last year, the couple have been confirmed to be producing the adaptation of the...[Read More]
Aussie captain Healy preparing for under-fire NZ’s best
18 September
Australia will reignite their fierce rivalry with New Zealand as they prepare to defend their Twenty20 World Cup crown. Alyssa Healy’s team lock horns with the White Ferns in Mackay on Thursday night in the first of three matches. It is the first...[Read More]
Your guide for using business money and the tax consequences.
18 September
Are you using business money or assets for private purposes? Using money or assets from your company or trust for private purposes can have tax consequences if you don’t account for these transactions correctly. That’s why it’s important to...[Read More]
Exploring Australia on a budget: family-friendly destinations and ideas
12 September
Australia is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and diverse landscapes, offering an endless array of family-friendly travel destinations. While the Land Down Under is known for its expansive wilderness and coastal charm,...[Read More]
Growing your own vegetables: a simple path to saving money and eating healthy
12 September
In recent years, the growing trend of cultivating your own vegetables has become increasingly popular. Whether it’s a backyard plot, a community garden, or even a small balcony container setup, growing your own food not only helps reduce grocery...[Read More]
Nomadic Freedom: How Retirees Are Funding Adventure and Staying Active on the Road
12 September
After years of dedicated work, countless hours spent behind a desk, or on the road, retirement for many Australians marks the beginning of a new chapter. No longer tied to the clock, retirees have the freedom to explore, create memories, and seek...[Read More]
Life Insurance is an excellent option for protecting your family
12 September
For some people, a major reason for beginning to prepare for life’s ‘what if’ scenarios is starting a family. If your primary concern is taking care of your family, life insurance is an excellent option. It makes sure that your loved ones are...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 6/09/24
11 September
Economic data over the week was mixed, but mostly in line with softening, but not collapsing economic activity. Markets were waiting for the official US August non-farm which came out on Friday as a guide to whether the Fed will be cutting by 25...[Read More]