Star performers: which investment types delivered the best returns in 2024-25?
Sharemarkets continued to make headlines in the 2024-25 financial year but the best performers for investors seeking high returns broadened to incl…
Making the most of a salary increase
It’s exciting to get a pay rise and when you’ve earned it, you often feel like it’s a deserved reward to treat yourself with, but used in the right…
Helping your grandkids purchase their first property
Supporting your adult children or grandchildren in purchasing their first property can be a fulfilling way to help them achieve financial independe…
Having a baby
New babies are a wonderful addition to your life. Planning ahead for parenthood can help you give your growing brood the best of everything. The co…
Secure your email
In today’s world, we manage a significant part of our lives through emails. We use them to communicate with friends, family and colleagues. W…
Reserve Bank cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in August in unanimous decision
In short: The Reserve Bank cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in August to 3.6 per cent, after July’s shock ‘on hold’ d…
Protecting retirement income from inflation
Protecting retirement income from inflation The fall in inflation from multi decade highs is good news for the Australian economy. Many retirees ar…
How much super do I need to retire in Australia?
The amount of super you need to support your retirement will depend on what kind of lifestyle you’re hoping to enjoy and how much income you’ll be …
Australian housing market update
Australian housing values rose another 0.6% in June, marking a fifth straight month of growth since conditions flattened out through the end of las…
Economic update August 2025
Global Financial markets rallied in July after the US struck trade deals with Japan and the EU, which involved a reduction in the tariff rate in ex…
