Retirement reality: 5 things retirees love — and 5 surprises they don’t always expect
22 October
Retirement is often imagined as the reward at the end of decades of work: more freedom, more travel, slower mornings and finally enough time to do the things you have been putting off.And for many people, retirement delivers exactly that.But it can...[Read More]
Insights into stocks and bonds as investments – Learning from bananas
22 October
In the world of investing, stocks and bonds often take centre stage. They represent two of the most common types of investments, each offering unique benefits and risks. As an investor, understanding stocks vs. bonds is key to building a diversified...[Read More]
Should you move your super to cash when markets fall?
22 October
Every time markets dip, the same question rises to the surface: Should I move my superannuation to cash before things get worse?It’s a natural reaction. Watching balances fluctuate can be uncomfortable. But superannuation was never designed for...[Read More]
Upskilling and reskilling to increase employability
22 October
In a fast-paced, evolving work environment, continuous learning and adaptability are paramount to dealing with unemployment and in building and succeeding in one’s career.Employees and employers alike need to embrace upskilling and reskilling...[Read More]
Tips on how to teach your kids about investment
22 October
As a parent, you want what’s best for your children. This is why you teach them about cleanliness, health, nutrition, good behaviour, the value of education and so on. But how come very few parents take the time to teach their kids about...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 18/10/2026
21 October
Global shares fell this week as investors pulled back from AI-related risk, with technology stocks leading the decline while defensive sectors, bonds, and gold gained support. The S&P 500 fell 1.9% over the week while the tech-heavy NASDAQ dropped...[Read More]
Regional home prices holding up as city slickers suffer
21 October
As Australian property prices slump nationwide, regional home owners can take solace that their assets have out-performed those in the big smoke over the past year.In the year to September, regional dwelling values gained 5.6 per cent, while those...[Read More]
Businesses set to fork out in upcoming trust tax change
21 October
Small businesses will have to pay thousands of dollars in order to comply with upcoming tax changes, the assistant treasurer has conceded.Laws were introduced to parliament on Wednesday introducing a 30 per cent minimum tax on trusts, after it was...[Read More]
‘No easy paths’: why calls grow for a GST hike
21 October
The GST should be raised and expanded to include more products in an attempt to pay down Australia’s ballooning national debt, a respected think tank has urged.The Grattan Institute has called for the federal government to lift the GST rate from...[Read More]
Building costs climb as Middle East conflict drags on
21 October
The cost of building a new home has re-accelerated as the Middle East oil crisis continues to impact the industry.Construction costs increased 3.2 per cent in the 12 months ended September, up from 2.8 per cent in 2025/26, Cotality’s latest...[Read More]
‘Big fakes’: watchdog warns of rampant AI scam threat
21 October
Australians are being hit with increasingly sophisticated, artificial intelligence-fuelled scams as the online watchdog warns against repeating past mistakes by failing to rein in the technology.The rise of AI was presenting major risks in the...[Read More]
Australia should ‘roll out red carpet’ for data centres
21 October
Australia should be “rolling out the red carpet” to tech giants looking to build data centres in the country and removing “green tape” to ensure their multibillion dollar investments do not go elsewhere.Climate Change Authority chair Matt...[Read More]
Tax scams are getting smarter: 5 warning signs and 5 ways to protect yourself
15 October
Tax scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and even financially savvy Australians can be caught off guard. Knowing what to look for, taking a few simple precautions and maintaining a close relationship with your accountant could make...[Read More]
The first 12 months of retirement: Why the adjustment can be Bigger Than Expected
15 October
Retirement is often treated as a finish line.You work for decades, build your superannuation, make plans, count down the final months and eventually reach that long-awaited last day of work.Then suddenly, the structure that has shaped much of your...[Read More]
Salary sacrifice can play an important role to your superannuation
15 October
When it comes to preparing for retirement, many people focus on how much they’re contributing to their superannuation or pension. What often gets overlooked is how those contributions are made — and this is where salary sacrifice can play an...[Read More]