Reserve Bank’s shift to neutral likely to be reinforced
3 April
With less than six weeks to go before the next Reserve Bank of Australia decision on interest rates, borrowers are about to get more signals on what it might do next. The central bank has left the key cash rate unchanged at 4.35 per cent following...[Read More]
Wage review should consider tax cuts: retail bosses
3 April
Australia’s industrial umpire has been asked to consider upcoming federal government tax cuts when it decides on the next annual pay rise for low-paid workers. The Australian Retailers Association, representing more than 120,000 retail shop fronts...[Read More]
Reserve Bank shelves formal rate hike talk
3 April
No other option aside from keeping interest rates on hold was formally entertained at the Reserve Bank of Australia’s last interest rate meeting. The decision to leave interest rates untouched at 4.35 per cent was widely expected at the meeting...[Read More]
Cracking the Code: Easter Savings Strategies for a Financially Fulfilling Holiday
29 March
As Easter approaches, it's time to indulge in festivities without breaking the bank. Here are practical tips to manage your finances wisely during this celebratory season. Budget Smartly: Set a spending limit for Easter expenses, including...[Read More]
Work, Wander, and Well-being: Mastering the Art of the Working Holiday
28 March
Taking your business on the road for a working holiday presents an enticing blend of work and leisure, allowing you to explore new destinations while keeping your operations running smoothly. This concept has gained popularity with the rise of...[Read More]
Building Wealth Through Property Investment and the Role of Professional Advice
28 March
The allure of property investment as a vehicle for wealth building and lifestyle enhancement cannot be overstated. With the right strategies and insights, individuals can unlock significant financial benefits, paving the way to financial...[Read More]
4 Financial Myths You Shouldn’t Fall for This April Fools’
28 March
April Fools’ Day has a long and rich history of harmless trickery, and it can be very entertaining if you manage to fool your family or friends. However, if you’re gullible, April Fools’ Day may not be as much fun. Falling for false...[Read More]
Inflation holds steady but services prove stubborn
28 March
The final stretch to bring inflation back to target is proving challenging, based on fresh data, though that is broadly what the Reserve Bank expected. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ monthly inflation indicator held steady at 3.4 per cent...[Read More]
Super access won’t lower hurdles for young home hunters
28 March
Many young Australians living in the capital cities will not be able to pay for a house deposit, even if they drained their entire retirement savings, a report has found. Rates of home ownership are declining for young Australians as prices climb...[Read More]
Exploring Earth’s Majestic Splendors: A Guide to the Natural Wonders of the World as Holiday Destination
21 March
Visiting the natural wonders of the world as holiday destinations can offer unique and unforgettable experiences, each with its own set of activities, sights, and cultural significance. Here’s what you might expect when visiting some of these...[Read More]
Australians spend less, more often in online shop surge
21 March
Baby boomers have taken to online shopping in droves while younger shoppers are cutting back amid cost-of-living pressures. An increasing number of parcels are also heading to regional and rural areas, fuelled by population growth since the COVID-19...[Read More]
Voters open-minded on investor tax break reform
20 March
Three in five Australian voters favour scaling back negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount, new polling suggests. One in five want investment property tax breaks to stay the same, according to the polling by independent consultancy...[Read More]
Calls for four-year forecast in GST carve-up
20 March
Four-year forecasts for state and territory shares of GST are being sought as the pushback against the annual carve-up of the tax continues. A longer forecast window from the Commonwealth Grants Commission would help secure budget bottom lines and...[Read More]
Rates on hold but RBA ‘not ruling anything in or out’
20 March
The Reserve Bank has left interest rates at 4.35 per cent for the third meeting in a row in an almost universally expected move reflecting inflation that is cooling but still too high. The board came to its decision on Tuesday after two days of...[Read More]
Rate peak to buoy confidence and possibly home prices
20 March
Another month on hold and growing expectations the next interest rate move will be down could add to already robust housing demand and keep pressure on home prices. Following the Reserve Bank’s widely expected decision to leave interest rates...[Read More]