10 Essential Tips for Living a Purposeful and Fulfilling Life

10 October

In today’s fast-paced world, many people are in search of deeper meaning and lasting happiness. While success is often equated with material wealth or career achievements, true fulfilment goes beyond external accomplishments.  It’s about...[Read More]

Top 10 Concerns of Business Owners: What’s Keeping Entrepreneurs Awake at Night?

10 October

Running a business can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with challenges that can keep even the most seasoned entrepreneur up at night. Whether you’re leading a startup or managing a well-established business, certain concerns tend to...[Read More]

Five emotional stages of retirement and useful tips to prepare for them

10 October

Retirement is a significant milestone in anyone’s life, often accompanied by a wide range of emotions. While retirement is considered a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labour, it can also be challenging to navigate the emotional roller...[Read More]

Spring brings brighter outlook as rate hike fears fade

9 October

Consumers can see light at the end of the tunnel as fears of further interest rate hikes fade. As signs of improving consumer and business confidence emerged, minutes from the Reserve Bank of Australia’s last meeting confirmed the case to lift...[Read More]

myGovID is changing to myID

9 October

Find out about the new name, what’s changing and how it affects you. Soon, myGovID will be changing to myID. The app will have a new name and new look, but you’ll continue to use it in the same way.   What you need to...[Read More]

RBA sounds warning on international student cap

9 October

Australia’s central bank has warned a looming cap on international students could affect economic growth, as a parliamentary report examining the proposal was delayed. Under a federal government proposal, 53,000 fewer students from overseas would...[Read More]

PM to press China on trade sanctions during summit

9 October

Anthony Albanese will raise Beijing’s trade sanctions on Australian exports when he holds talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Laos. The prime minister will travel to the capital Vientiane on Wednesday for the Association of Southeast Asian...[Read More]

Wanted: $100m investment fund seeks green Aussie tech

9 October

A $100 million investment fund is on the lookout for Australian start-ups developing climate-friendly energy, transport and farming innovations after securing support from more than 50 companies. Virescent Ventures announced the launch of its second...[Read More]

Renewables option as climate change fuels conflict

9 October

Climate change is fuelling conflict and driving people to extremism as they fight over access to resources such as water, a former Dutch military general warns. Australia has the potential to mitigate its military risk and not depend on other...[Read More]

Mastering the Art of Asking for a Pay Rise: Timing, Preparation, and Confidence

3 October

Asking for a pay rise can be a daunting task, but it’s an important conversation to have if you believe your contributions to the company merit greater financial recognition.  Approaching the conversation with preparation and confidence can...[Read More]

Property tax concession change talk sparks uncertainty

2 October

Property investors are anxiously awaiting any potential changes to tax breaks after a week of mixed messages on negative gearing and capital gains tax. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has repeatedly insisted Labor has no plans to touch the tax...[Read More]

Retail trade springs back after warmer weather

2 October

Warmer-than average weather and Father’s Day sales spurred on an early spring blitz to the shops in a boost to retail figures. Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showed retail spending grew 0.7 per cent in August and increased 3.1 per cent in...[Read More]