Why an annual financial review is one of the most valuable meetings you’ll have each year
12 February
Life rarely stands still—and neither should your financial plan. An annual financial review with your financial planner is not just a box-ticking exercise; it’s a powerful opportunity to reset, refine, and realign your money with the life...[Read More]
Aged care isn’t just about care: What families need to know before it’s urgent
12 February
Aged care is a broad term used to describe the support and services provided to older Australians who need help with everyday living as they age. This can range from basic assistance at home—such as cleaning, meals, and transport—through to...[Read More]
Tips on teaching your kids about investment
12 February
How to Teach Your Kids About Investment
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...[Read More]
Top 10 home renovation tips for maximising space and value
12 February
Renovating your home to increase space and add value requires strategic planning, creativity, and a focus on key areas that potential buyers or valuers find appealing.
Here are the top 10 tips to guide you through this process:
Plan and...[Read More]
Oliver’s insights – Inflation, rate hikes and public spending – Q&A
12 February
Key pointsKeeping inflation low and around target is important in terms of maximising living standards in Australia.
We are optimistic that much of the recent rise in inflation will prove temporary.
But some may reflect the economy hitting...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 06-02-2026
12 February
Global share markets had a volatile ride over the last week with some sharp falls amidst increasing worries about tech valuations and overinvestment in AI, some weak US jobs data & ongoing fears of a US strike on Iran, but then a rebound in US...[Read More]
Signs of softening spending could stay RBA’s rates hand
12 February
A sharp rise in consumption that caught the Reserve Bank off guard and prompted it to hike interest rates might have been more temporary than permanent, fresh data shows.
Household spending fell 0.4 per cent in December – the biggest drop since...[Read More]
Private demand under the microscope after rate hike
12 February
Australia’s economy is like a car exceeding the speed limit.
Or is it an inflating balloon, squeezing up against the inside of a box?
Either way, it’s too hot for the Reserve Bank to handle.
Fresh data in the coming week will give the central...[Read More]
Signs point to RBA fine tuning, rather than hike spree
12 February
Fresh figures have allayed fears of a tightening in Australia’s labour market, which should rule out the Reserve Bank returning to a major rate-hiking cycle.
Australia’s economy added an estimated 21,000 jobs in January, while wages grew by 0.8...[Read More]
Reserve Bank boss calls on businesses to invest smarter
12 February
The Reserve Bank governor has called on businesses to help lift Australia’s sluggish productivity growth as she tries to bring inflation under control.
Facing a string of questions about the government’s role in driving up inflation at a...[Read More]
Australian social media ban both a success and failure
11 February
When Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez revealed plans to ban children younger than 16 from social media, he did so based on a precedent set in Australia.
His announcement at the World Governments Summit came two months after an Australian law...[Read More]
The way to happiness and success
5 February
Happiness and success are deeply intertwined but aren’t always the result of material gains or high-status positions.
Instead, a fulfilling life and career stem from aligning your values, passions, and actions in ways that promote well-being and...[Read More]
Why revisiting your home loan could be one of the smartest financial moves you make
5 February
For many Australians, a home loan is the largest financial commitment they will ever take on. Yet once the paperwork is signed and the keys are handed over, that loan often gets filed away and forgotten. Life, however, doesn’t stand still. Your...[Read More]
Incorporating smart home technology: comfort, control, and lower waste
5 February
Smart home tech isn’t just a flashy add-on anymore — it’s becoming a practical way to make a property more comfortable, secure, and efficient. The best part is you don’t have to “smartify” everything at once. You can start with one pain...[Read More]
Preparing to go caravanning in Australia
5 February
Preparing for a caravanning trip in Australia is an exciting venture, especially for those embracing the freedom of remote work. Australia’s diverse landscapes, from its sun-kissed beaches to the rugged outback, provide a spectacular backdrop for...[Read More]
