More than half the houses in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory are considered overcrowded, a new audit report has found.But the federal agency responsible for managing the fundin …
Annual wages grew to their highest level since mid-2019 last year, but at 2.3 per cent are still way behind the rate of inflation.The Australian Bureau of Statistics said its wage price index rose 0.7 …
Aussies want more than a fat pay packet or free tea and coffee from their job, with a survey showing the importance of meaningfulness.Every morning Amber Archbold jumps out of bed and has a spring in …
Working in a chocolate factory might sound like the dream job.But Junee Chocolate and Licorice Factory, near Wagga Wagga in NSW, is struggling to find enough workers in the lead up to Easter, with wai …
Financial Abuse: Know the SignsFinancial abuse has been dubbed the ‘hidden epidemic’ with as many as 40 per cent of Australians reporting that they, or someone they know, have experienced it. So, what …
What’s the difference between general and personal advice?
With something as important as life insurance, you want to know you’re making the right decisions for yourself and your loved ones. But how can you be sure when there are so many variables and options …
Insurance mistakes your business should avoid in 2022
When it comes time to make a claim, you’ll appreciate having appropriate insurance cover in place. But all too often, businesses don’t have the right policies, don’t have enough insurance or the insur …
Starting or returning to study is an exciting time! But let’s be real, unless you’re also working full time, you’ll have less income while you complete your studies. That’s where a little planning can …
Is it really that bad to marry my cousin? | Am I Normal? [TED Talk Video]
There are things we accept as obvious truths that aren’t necessarily backed up by data. A primary example: cousin marriage being taboo. In this episode, data journalist Mona Chalabi looks at the numbe …
Economists generally believe it is highly unlikely the Reserve Bank of Australia will lift the cash rate before this year’s federal election due by May.But Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is quick to remind …
Economists expect an interest rate rise is more likely this year after an unexpected jump in the rate of inflation in the December quarter.The Australian Bureau of Statistics said the consumer price i …
Housing stress continues to climb in Australia, with the rental market resembling “a great white shark”.A Productivity Commission report examining housing and homelessness found nearly half of all peo …
