How to give back
Australia is a giving country, but we often give in kind rather than financially. Whenever there is a disaster here or overseas, Australians rush to
22nd December 2023
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Powering down for a relaxing holiday
It’s nice to enjoy a break over the summer months. In fact, it’s an Aussie tradition – that mass exodus after Boxing Day that sees
19th December 2023
2023 saw the return of Goldilocks, but what’s in store for 2024 for investors?
Five key themes from 2023 Despite lots of angst at the start of the year, 2023 turned out far better than feared. Key big picture
13th December 2023
Financial wellbeing is a gift worth giving yourself
The festive season is a time of joy and celebration but, for some, it can also lead to a financial hangover in the New Year.
12th December 2023
The RBA leaves rates on hold – have we finally reached the top?
Introduction At its December meeting the RBA left the cash rate on hold at 4.35%. This was in line with our own view & that
7th December 2023
Market movements & review video – December 2023
Stay up to date with what’s happened in markets and the Australian economy over the past month. Consumer prices eased by more than expected in
5th December 2023
Five reasons to expect the $A to rise – providing recession is avoided
Introduction Changes in the value of the Australian dollar are important for Australian investors as they directly impact the value of international investments and indirectly
28th November 2023
3 easy ways to manage your money this festive season
Christmas is a time for giving and it’s so easy to get caught up in the joys of the festive season and lose track of
28th November 2023
Nine key things for successful investing
Introduction There is an ever-present worry list surrounding investment markets – usually involving some combination of concerns about economic activity, inflation, profits, interest rates, politics,
20th November 2023
Returning to work after retirement
Employers are desperate for workers and cost of living pressures are making it tough to live on a pension. That’s a perfect mix of conditions
13th November 2023
Spark up your life and others by being a connector
We all know them. The people who seem to know everyone and effortlessly make connections within their network. While it’s wonderful to know a ‘connector’,
6th November 2023
Aged care challenges in the home
Aging at home with government-subsidised funding is made possible through the Home Care Packages program. However, a crackdown on what the funds can be used
1st November 2023