Embracing your retirement journey: 10 heartfelt tips for a fulfilling future

13 March

Approaching retirement can stir a mixture of excitement and anxiety. It’s a significant milestone—filled with opportunities to finally pursue dreams, passions, and enjoy life at your own pace.  However, it can also feel overwhelming,...[Read More]

Financial security: four essential steps to protect your future

13 March

Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly.  Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]

Take the break: creating timeless memories with loved ones

13 March

In today’s fast-paced world, the significance of taking leave and investing quality time with loved ones cannot be overstated.    Our professional lives often consume vast portions of our waking hours, leaving limited opportunities to nurture...[Read More]

Selling your business: key considerations & tips for success

13 March

Selling a business is a significant decision that requires careful planning, strategic timing, and expert guidance.  To maximise the value of your business and ensure a smooth transition, consider these essential factors and seek professional...[Read More]

Navigating redundancy: why financial advice is essential and 10 tips for getting help

13 March

Losing a job due to redundancy is rarely part of anyone’s career plan. Yet, for many Australians, it is a reality that can bring about uncertainty, stress, and financial concerns.  While some may view redundancy as a setback, others may see it as...[Read More]

Oliver’s insights – Share market falls – seven key things for investors to bear in mind

12 March

Key points: Share markets have fallen sharply in recent weeks as uncertainty around US President Trump’s policies have led to renewed concerns about the risk of recession at a time when share market valuations were stretched. It’s still too...[Read More]

Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 9/03/2025

12 March

Global share markets were mixed over the last week. US shares were whacked by ongoing tariff uncertainty and fell 3.1% and this also weighed on Japanese shares which fell 0.7%. But Eurozone shares rose 0.7% on the back of likely fiscal stimulus in...[Read More]

Rich getting richer: wealth divide hits record high

12 March

The richest Australians continue to grow richer as those on lower incomes struggle to keep up. Following a temporary narrowing due to COVID-era support payments, the wealth divide has shot to its highest level in more than 20 years, according to the...[Read More]

Women lack confidence when it comes to retirement funds

12 March

Women are less confident than men that they will have a comfortable retirement, with only 34 per cent feeling prepared for life after work. A survey of 2250 Australians revealed that more than three in five women (62 per cent) felt they would be...[Read More]

Liquid energy find could power future fuels, batteries

12 March

Electricity generated by water can be 10 times more powerful than previously thought, according to Australian researchers, who say their finding could unlock more renewable fuel and energy storage breakthroughs. The group, led by academics from RMIT...[Read More]

Workplace equality backlash prompts call to include men

12 March

Strides towards gender equality could be at risk if men are not included in the conversation, with leaders urging workplaces to stay the course on diversity and inclusion initiatives. Paralympians, company founders and youth advocates are speaking...[Read More]

Voters despair as economic hurdles cloud future

12 March

Australians are losing hope as economic burdens weigh on their minds, but the prime minister insists help is on the horizon. One in three Australians has reported financial stress and a similar proportion believe their lives have worsened over the...[Read More]

Election push for childcare as rural kids ‘held back’

12 March

One rural family faces a five-year waiting list for childcare, while another has a 130km drive to the closest centre and many others rely on grandparents for help. Mothers in rural Australia report quitting their jobs at schools and hospitals due to...[Read More]

Smart ways to invest using an SMSF

6 March

A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) offers individuals greater control over their retirement savings, allowing them to choose a variety of investment options.  To maximise long-term returns and financial security, it is essential to understand the...[Read More]

Legal myths debunked: why quality advice from a legal professional is paramount

6 March

In an era where misinformation spreads rapidly, legal myths can lead individuals to make poor decisions with serious consequences.  Whether due to Hollywood portrayals, social media half-truths, or hearsay, many misconceptions about the law...[Read More]