School Savvy marks decade helping families with costs
Centacare FNQ's School Savvy program celebrates 10 years supporting Far North Queensland families struggling with soaring back-to-school expenses. Discover how it helps.
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Federal inquiry into local councils' financial crisis
A federal inquiry examines the worsening financial state of Australian local governments, with Hunter councils highlighting unsustainable costs from climate change, tourism, and state mandates. Will it lead to real change?
Man extradited to Perth over $1m fraud allegations
A 57-year-old man has been extradited from Northern Ireland to face 17 fraud charges in Perth, accused of defrauding his WA employer of nearly $1 million. WA Police issue a warning to businesses.
Goolwa concert for algal bloom recovery risks financial loss
A major volunteer-run concert in Goolwa, featuring Daryl Braithwaite to support businesses hit by algal bloom, risks a significant loss due to poor ticket sales. Organisers plead for community support.
WA Families Skipping Meals as Cost of Living Bites
New data reveals WA's cost of living crisis is forcing families to choose between food and bills, with smoking rates also rising. Doctors are sounding the alarm. Read the full report.
WA's $190m unclaimed money pot: How to check
A staggering $190 million in unclaimed money is sitting with the WA Treasury. Thousands could be owed cash from old accounts, bonds, and refunds. Here's how to check the register.
Secret Pyramid Collapse Docs Expose Geelong Chaos
Secret government documents unsealed reveal the chaotic collapse of Geelong's Pyramid Building Society in 1990, exposing a frantic cover-up. Read the full investigation.
Sport Strengthens Father-Daughter Bonds in Australia
Discover how a shared love of sport creates powerful, lifelong connections between fathers and daughters, building resilience and cherished memories. Read the full story.
Australian woman critically injured in Bali holiday accident
An Australian mother faces life-threatening injuries and massive medical bills after a tragic accident in Bali. Friends rally to support her long recovery. #Bali #Australia
Bondi victims' families call for royal commission role
Families of the Bondi Junction attack victims urge the government to include them as experts in the upcoming royal commission into violence. Their lived experience is crucial for effective reform.
Federal policies blamed for ACT's deepening financial crisis
Canberra's financial pressures are a direct result of federal funding models and planning restrictions, not local mismanagement. Experts argue the system is broken. Read the full analysis.
Algorithmic Trading Dominates ASX, Human Brokers Fade
Automation now drives 85% of Australian equity trades, collapsing adviser numbers by 40% in five years. Explore the human cost and what remains irreplaceable in modern markets.
Lessons from a 1990s TV ban on modern parenting
Columnist Jenna Price reflects on banning television for her teens in the 1990s, drawing parallels to today's social media bans and the eternal challenge of guiding adolescents.
Young boy found alone on Christmas Day in Sydney's southwest
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Charities urge WA to check on neighbours this Christmas
Welfare groups warn of increasing financial hardship in WA this festive season. Anglicare CEO calls for community vigilance as emergency relief requests surge. #Christmas #CostOfLiving
The Lonely Reality Behind Australia's Festive Season
Legal academic Emma Garlett explores why the pressure to be merry at Christmas can be isolating, offering practical advice for setting boundaries and finding true connection.
$250 Cost of Living Payment for South Australians
The South Australian government has announced a one-off $250 payment for eligible households to help with bills this Christmas. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
WA Toddlers Beat Leukaemia in Time for Christmas
Two young WA boys, Riley Coyne, 4, and Ace D'Agostino, 2, celebrate the gift of life this Christmas after a year battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Read their inspiring story of friendship and resilience.
Access Your Super While Working Past Age 60
Financial planner reveals three simple strategies for Australians in their 60s to tap into superannuation benefits, even if they're still working. Learn how to reduce tax and grow savings.
Bruce Brammall's 2025 Financial Year End Wrap-Up
Financial expert Bruce Brammall reviews the key money moves for 2025, covering superannuation, tax changes, and investment strategies. Plan your financial year-end now.
Central Coast man jailed for visa and grant fraud
A 61-year-old Central Coast man has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding the Australian government through a scam involving visa applications and business grants. Read the full details of the case.
How to Find a Qualified Financial Planner in Australia
Discover the mandatory licences and premium designations that distinguish a professional, ethical financial advisor in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials.
ACT faces $1bn interest bill, credit downgrade warning
The ACT's Auditor-General warns urgent action is needed to fix the territory's budget, with annual interest payments set to hit $1 billion. Read the full report on the fiscal crisis.
Search for missing SA fisherman called off after friend's body found
Hope fades for Victorian families after a water search for a missing fisherman off Cape Jaffa was suspended. The body of his friend was recovered earlier. Police urge public vigilance.
Australian kids learn investing, build wealth from primary school
A growing movement sees Australian children earning, saving, and investing their money. Experts say starting young with tools like Vanguard Personal Investor Kids can build a $1 million retirement fund. Discover how families are giving kids a financial he
Amazon's tech answer to Australia's under-16 social media ban
With Australia's social media ban for under-16s now in force, families seek safe digital alternatives. Discover how Amazon's eero Pro 7 router provides security and control for the new online landscape.
Hunter school students achieve first in HSC Financial Services course
Two students from OneSchool Global Maitland have topped the state in HSC Financial Services. Discover how virtual learning bridged a 700km gap to deliver outstanding results.
Key Accreditations for Australian Financial Planners
Discover the mandatory and voluntary accreditations that define a competent, ethical financial planner in Australia's reformed landscape. Learn how to verify credentials for your financial security.
Carer's jail term cut after stealing $88k from disabled client
A Berkeley woman who stole over $88,000 from a vulnerable disabled woman she was caring for has had her prison sentence reduced on appeal. Read the full court details.
Story Dogs program boosts literacy in Townsville schools
A unique literacy program using therapy dogs is helping children in Townsville overcome reading anxiety and build confidence. See how these furry tutors make a difference.
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