Australia

If Australians are broke, how are we still spending?

Despite a cost-of-living crunch, Australian household spending jumped in late 2025, driven by rate cuts, jobs growth and rising debt.

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3
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· Posted on
February 3, 2026

Game, Set, Rate Hike!

The RBA lifted the cash rate to 3.85% after inflation surged higher, squeezing mortgage holders but boosting returns for savers.

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3
min read
· Posted on
February 3, 2026

How to get the best bang for your buck with 20 days of annual leave this year

Back at work blues? Here’s how to turn public holidays into 9–16 day breaks in 2026 using minimal annual leave.

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4
min read
· Posted on
January 22, 2026

2025 Finance Wrapped: Who topped the ASX200 charts?

From rate cuts to tariff tantrums and gold booms, 2025 kept us on our toes. Here’s what went down in 2025 and the ASX200 players that emerged on top!

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4
min read
· Posted on
January 20, 2026

Big serves, bigger payouts: How much tennis players are getting paid in the 2026 Australian Open

AO prize money is up 16% to $111.5m in 2026, with singles champs pocketing $4.15m as the tournament keeps paying off for Victoria.

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4
min read
· Posted on
January 16, 2026

Tis the season…for a cash rate hold

RBA pauses at 3.60% as inflation rises, slowing the cutting cycle and keeping Aussies guessing about what happens next.

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4
min read
· Posted on
January 7, 2026

Inflation and unemployment are like Harry Potter and Voldemort, two opposing forces. Or maybe not?

Australia’s inflation and unemployment aren’t behaving like the classic Phillips curve, leaving the RBA juggling rate cuts with rising price pressures.

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4
min read
· Posted on
January 7, 2026

RBA hits the brakes with another pause - so is rate-cut road trip over?

The RBA keeps the cash rate steady at 3.6%, holding its ground as inflation rises again.

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3
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

The RBA cautiously pauses the cash rate

The RBA held the cash rate at 3.60% in September, a cautious pause as inflation sits at 3%, with experts still expecting a cut before year’s end.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

From job hopping to job hugging… Why Aussies are clinging to their careers

What is job hugging and why are Aussies clinging to their careers?

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Best performing stocks on the ASX200 in August 2025

Let's find out the ASX's top performers for August 2025.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

How does your salary compare to Australia’s average?

The average salary in Australia is currently $104,520. But that number doesn't say as much as you'd think it does.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Australia’s baby recession and what it means for our economy

Fertility rates are falling in Australia, here's why the government is concerned.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

15 food and drink freebies to snag on your birthday

Your ultimate guide to hundreds of dollars worth of free food and drinks to make your special day extra special!

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2
min read
· Posted on
August 22, 2025

Slowing productivity growth...What does it mean for Aussies?

Let's learn more about productivity and how it can affect the Australian economy.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Why does the cost of living still feel high when inflation is at a 4 year low?

Wondering why you're still struggling with cost of living? We'll tell you why!

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

The RBA cuts the cash rate, balance is restored.

The Reserve Bank Australia just announced the cash rate for August.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Best countries to travel to based on the current Australian dollar

Let's see which countries the Australian dollar will stretch the furthest for your next holiday!

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Five toasty tips to keep your energy bill in check

With prices soaring everywhere, let's take a look at how we can bring that electricity bill down and save some casholas.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Expect the unexpected from the RBA: the cash rate is on hold once again.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has just announced the latest cash rate this July.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Best performing stocks on the ASX200 in June 2025

See the top five best winners of the ASX200 for the month of June!

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Savings Down Under: What’s in the Average Aussie’s Piggy Bank?

Let's check out how much the ordinary Aussie savings is, where it's stashed and what it's for.

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 20, 2025

Money mindset through time: Gen Z

Let's take a look at each generation's money habits and in this article, we're featuring the Gen Z.

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2
min read
· Posted on
December 23, 2025

Money mindset through time: Gen Y

Let's take a look at each generation's money habits and in this article, we're featuring the Gen Y.

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2
min read
· Posted on
December 23, 2025

Money mindset through time: Gen X

Let's take a look at each generation's money habits and in this article, we're featuring the Gen X.

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2
min read
· Posted on
December 23, 2025

Flux Fam Q1 Check In - Money concerns, goals, and mindset!

The Flux fam are still feeling the cost-of-living pressures too…eek!

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4
min read
· Posted on
December 23, 2025

There’s $1.5 billion of unclaimed money out there…

$1.5 billion worth of unclaimed money?! Could some of it...be yours?!

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3
min read
· Posted on
February 21, 2024