Higher taxes on foreigners pitched to free up homes
11 April
Foreign buyers could be slugged with higher taxes for buying existing NSW homes as the government looks for ways to address the housing crisis. NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the state was grappling with a problem of overseas investors leaving...[Read More]
Life insurance myths dispelled
11 April
Here we dispel some common myths about life insurance to help you make informed decisions about your cover. Myth # 1 – Life insurance companies don’t pay claims There’s a common perception that life insurance companies will do...[Read More]
Hefty fines, tougher code could cut grocery prices: PM
11 April
Supermarkets could be slapped with millions in fines under a mandatory code of conduct in a move the prime minister believes will reduce prices at the checkout. An interim review of the voluntary Food and Grocery Code, which governs how supermarkets...[Read More]
Building costs ease as demand for construction slows
11 April
Builders and tradies have been battling fast-rising prices for materials and labour but data suggests price growth is slowing. The slowdown in new construction, with dwelling approvals trending below average, has helped dampen growth in costs,...[Read More]
Tradie shortage for bid to build 1.2m homes
10 April
Australia is forecast to fall well short of a landmark national goal to build 1.2 million homes in five years. Building and construction industry forecasts released on Tuesday estimated about 1.09 million new homes would be started in five years...[Read More]
Add skills to adapt to ‘new era’ in climate disclosure
10 April
Australian enterprises face a new era of disclosure that will require bean counters to balance the books on environmental and social costs, experts warn. In response, RMIT Online has partnered with Deloitte to help organisations get ready to report...[Read More]
Welfare payments not covering basic essentials
10 April
Australians on welfare are struggling to survive one of the toughest cost of living crises in decades as payments fail to cover necessities, a new report shows. Research by Anglicare Australia shows households with the lowest incomes are bearing the...[Read More]
Petrol car ban, greener taxis could halve emissions
10 April
Petrol and diesel vehicles should be banned from sale by 2035 and households encouraged to get rid of one of their family cars, according to a new report which found Australia had the potential to halve its transport emissions by 2030. The Climate...[Read More]
EU wants Australia to step up as clean energy disruptor
10 April
Australia could help disrupt China’s dominance over clean technology supplies, the European Union’s energy commissioner says. Speaking at the National Press Club on Monday, European Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson warned western economies had...[Read More]
Generational Lifestyles: Navigating Through the Ages in Pursuit of Balance and Fulfillment
4 April
Lifestyle embodies how people live, including their interests, habits, and priorities, influenced significantly by generational perspectives. Each generation—defined by its unique set of values, economic conditions, and technological...[Read More]
From Distant Concern to Valued Asset: The Adult’s Guide to Embracing Superannuation
4 April
Being young comes with a whirlwind of experiences and financial priorities, often pushing thoughts about retirement and superannuation to the back burner. Initially, for many young individuals, superannuation feels like a distant concern,...[Read More]
Maximising Wealth in Real Estate: Strategic Tax Structures and the Power of Professional Advice
4 April
Building wealth through property investment has long been a cornerstone of financial success for many individuals. The allure of real estate lies not just in its tangible nature but also in the various strategies and structures available to optimise...[Read More]
How to identify and choose the right business structure
4 April
All successful businesses depend on a solid and dependable structure. While you can always work it out as you go, improvisation in the business world is inefficient, highly risky, and likely to lead to failure. Getting the right systems in place...[Read More]
What is ethical investing and how to do it
4 April
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesn’t need to stay. People have become...[Read More]
Australia nabs ‘largest’ defence export deal in history
4 April
More than 100 armoured vehicles will be made in Queensland for Germany under a $1 billion defence deal, as Anthony Albanese lauds it as the single largest military export agreement in Australian history. The prime minister will on Tuesday visit...[Read More]