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Holidaying off the tourist trail

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Travel is booming – and creating some headaches It’s no secret that we Aussies love to travel outside our own country. Last year nearly 10 million of us headed overseas, marking a 12 per cent increase from the previous year, […]

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The worry about not getting the balance right and making unnecessary sacrifices now – or not having enough money for the things you want to do in the future is a common and valid concern we hear when we talk […]

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Powering down for a relaxing holiday

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Even those who manage to resist taking work away with them and checking work emails while on holiday, can spend a lot of time on a digital device! And while you are glued to that device, chances are you are […]

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Overspending on gifts, parties, and decorations can quickly add-up, leaving us with unwanted debt in the New Year. In 2022, Australians spent more than $66.7 billion during the pre-Christmas sales in preparation for the festive season. The rising cost of […]

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How to give back

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Whenever there is a disaster here or overseas, Australians rush to donate their time, household goods and cash. However, we still lag other countries when it comes to giving money. According to Philanthropy Australia, our total financial giving as a […]

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Destinations to fire up your passion

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Considering the plethora of amazing places and experiences our world has to offer, it’s a shame that many people, overwhelmed by choice, stick to going back to places they have visited before. In fact, a poll conducted in the US […]

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Different types of life insurance or personal insurance can provide an income when you’re unable earn, or a lump sum to protect your loved ones if the worst happens. Insurance products such as life insurance and total and permanent disability […]

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Retirement is a time where we finally have the space to do what we want to do with our lives, whether that’s travel, developing and learning new skills, taking up hobbies or just enjoying the company of those we care […]

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Here are some strategies for starting the new financial year on the right foot. Tidy up your paperwork Dealing with the paperwork is the task most of us love to hate. But taking a day to trawl through the ‘To […]

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Flexing your retirement plans

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Instead, those who have the flexibility to choose are often transitioning out of the workforce over several years, or even returning after a break. Whether you simply want to wind back your working hours to explore other interests, or don’t […]

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