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Reserve Bank lifts interest rates by another 0.25pc to 4.35pc
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has increased interest rates by 0.25 percentage points. The new cash rate target is...
Payday Super – the simple change that can boost your retirement savings
From 1 July 2026, super contributions are getting a refresh. Payday Super means your employer will pay your super at...
Making the most of a market downturn
In recent years, market volatility has once again tested the nerves of investors. From the post COVID recovery to ongoing...
Living with higher for longer interest rates
Interest rates are rising and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has hinted that they could stay elevated for longer...
How much cash should you hold vs invest? What’s the right mix?
There are always two ways for individuals to hold cash, emergency fund cash and investment cash. This needs to be...
Four ways to invest through market volatility
Looking for ways to manage investment risk while still aiming for long term returns? While valuations in many investment asset...
Economic update
Market developments during April 2026 included: Key Points Global equities rebounded strongly, looking through the geopolitical and oil price pressures....
A smarter way to respond to super volatility
When markets get bumpy or household budgets feel tighter, it’s common for people to start questioning their super. If your...
Smart ways to grow your super as you approach retirement
Retirement isn’t a single moment. It’s a long, wonderful chapter – and the choices you make today help determine how...
Seven ways to protect your mobile phone from hackers
Our phones contain so much personal information that it's important to keep them secure. Follow these seven cybersecurity tips to...
Payday Super changes – what they mean and how they could boost super for some
Payday Super means employers must pay super at the same frequency as they pay wages. The changes are being introduced...
Managing risk
We all want to earn high returns but every investment has some degree of risk; and higher returns generally mean...
Women in super – 5 smart super tips at every stage of life
Careers pause, shift and evolve – especially for women. But even with nonlinear working paths, there are simple steps you...
Haven’t checked your super balance? Make sure you’re not missing out
Super will soon need to be paid into your super account within seven business days of your regular pay, making...
Five simple steps to saving cash (while still having a life)
With cost of living pressures, everyone could do with some extra cash right now. One straightforward option is to stop cash leaving...
Downsizing your home? Understanding the downsizer contribution
Downsizing the family home is often part of the longer term financial plans for many older Australians. But did you...
Ten things to know before gifting wealth
What if you opted to give a present that could help shape the financial future for yourself or your loved...
Retiring in 2026? Four smart moves to protect your lifestyle
Over one quarter of a million Australians will start their retirement in 2026. Many more are looking ahead to the...
Losing a loved one
One of life’s greatest challenges is the loss of a loved family member – particularly a long-term spouse or partner....
Australians putting finances first in 2026
As Aussies settle into 2026, many are turning their attention to their finances. MLCs latest survey reveals that more than...
What’s in store for 2026 and beyond?
Prepare for any changes that may be occurring in 2026 and beyond. Looking ahead: What’s changing in 2026? At this...
‘More subdued’: What property prices will do in 2026
If 2025 was the year that Australia’s property market roared back to life, 2026 looms as the year it taps...
Property and SMSFs: Using your super to invest in property
Thinking about using your super to invest in property? You’re not alone. Australians are increasingly seeking alternatives to traditional investments...
How to invest in shares
Shares or stocks are a popular investment for many investors but can be intimidating when you are starting out. Here’s...
Protect yourself from ransomware
Ransomware is a common and dangerous type of malware. It works by locking up or encrypting your files so that...
Handling market highs and lows
What goes up, must come down. Market highs and lows are a normal part of the investment world but they...
Economic update February 2026
Market developments during January 2026 included: Key Points The domestic equity market took the lead from European and US markets,...
Can your super be a lifeline during times of mortgage stress?
Even with interest rates easing, the cost of living remains tough. In some cases, super can offer relief – especially...
Your digital life after you die – how to protect your memories, money and identity
Technology has made everyday life easier. We take photos without thinking where they’re stored, pay bills without opening a drawer...
Why is estate planning so hard? And what you can do to make it easier …
Estate planning is one of those tasks almost everyone means to get to, yet many only face it during a...





























