Lifestyle
Car and caravan insurance: Make sure you’re covered before you hit the road
19 March
For many Australians, there is nothing quite like the freedom of hooking up the caravan, loading the car and heading off on an adventure. Whether it’s a weekend away, a trip along the coast, or a lap around the country, travelling with a caravan...[Read More]
Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future
18 March
Almost two in five Australians are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle for their next car purchase, but many could change their minds if the government puts the brakes on a tax discount. The Australian Finance Industry Association revealed the...[Read More]
High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs
18 March
Next-generation batteries Australian researchers are developing could potentially recharge electric cars faster than petrol vehicles fill up and top up smartphone instantaneously. The CSIRO’s quantum battery research team made the predictions on...[Read More]
Scientists make Parkinson’s drug from plastic bottles
18 March
Scientists have discovered a way of making a drug for Parkinson’s disease from used plastic bottles, saying it shows how waste materials can be “reimagined as valuable resources”. Developed by a team at the University of Edinburgh, the...[Read More]
A glass half full approach to wellbeing
12 March
Wellbeing isn’t just about feeling happy all the time—it’s about developing resilience, security, and a positive outlook on life. A “glass half full” approach to wellbeing encourages focusing on progress rather than perfection, recognising...[Read More]
Approaching aged care: Navigating the emotions and the importance of seeking support
5 March
There are few life transitions as emotionally complex as approaching the need for aged care. Whether it arises gradually through declining health or suddenly after an unexpected event, the decision can feel overwhelming. For many individuals and...[Read More]
Navigating your next adventure with ease – a checklist for your next road trip
26 February
Planning a road trip can be an exciting adventure, offering a unique blend of freedom, discovery, and bonding opportunities. Whether you’re exploring familiar landscapes or venturing into unknown territories, preparation is key to ensuring a...[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]
Petrol, diesel cars slow while hybrids, EVs speed up
4 February
A growing number of motorists are putting the brakes on petrol and diesel vehicles, instead choosing hybrid and electric models for their next car. The trend is accelerating in 2026, according to figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive...[Read More]
How a new generation of investors are teaching their parents about investing
26 February
Not too long ago, in the 1950s, the process of investing was both expensive and time-consuming. People who could afford to invest in stocks only did so via stock brokerages, which virtually monopolised the market. Fixed commissions were the norm —...[Read More]
Big trucks and buses drive a heavy healthcare burden
25 February
Pollution from heavy vehicles is costing Australia more than $6.2 billion a year in premature deaths and serious medical conditions such as childhood asthma and strokes. Researchers from the University of Melbourne issued the warning on Monday in an...[Read More]
Electric car sales may stall if tax policy changes gear
18 February
At launch, the Electric Car Discount was expected to help about 5000 Australians get behind the wheel of a quiet, low-emissions, battery-powered vehicle. The policy, introduced in 2022, removed the fringe benefits tax from some electric cars,...[Read More]
Discount loans to drive down the price of electric cars
4 February
Motorists will be offered another incentive to choose electric over petrol through a $60 million program to cut the cost of car loans. The Climate Energy Finance Corporation announced the scheme in partnership with Hyundai on Tuesday, revealing it...[Read More]
5 Tips for communicating with senior family members
22 January
Whether it’s your parents or grandparents who are living with you, providing aged care comes with its own set of challenges. As time passes, you may realise that communicating with a senior can get more difficult as they advance in age. Daily...[Read More]
Time, money and meaning: Rethinking what wealth really is
15 January
Ask ten people what wealth means and you’ll likely get ten different answers. For some, it’s a certain number in the bank, a paid-off home, or the freedom to stop worrying about bills. For others, it’s less tangible — time, health,...[Read More]