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Investing in Rare Earths
Few investment sectors combine geopolitical intrigue, technological innovation and long-term growth potential quite like rare earth elements (REEs). For Australians, the recent deal with the United States to supply rare...
Caring for Older Australian
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian. Caring for the elderly or aged means caring for someone who is either: older than 65 older than 50...
October 2025
Australia’s economy showed resilience in September, with inflation remaining sticky and the RBA holding rates steady at 3.6%.Headline CPI rose more than expected, from 2.8% to 3% prompting analysts to...
Market Movements & Economic Review – Sept 2025
Stay up to date with what's happened in the Australian economy and markets over the past month. Consumer sentiment continues to rise after the latest interest rate cut. A higher-than-expected...
Financial missteps can mean missed opportunities
In a world of constant financial noise, from market updates and interest rate speculation to economic forecasts, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and choose to do nothing. But inaction can...
Strategies for an unexpected retirement
The best time to start planning for retirement is yesterday. But the second-best time? Today. About two-thirds of Australians retire earlier than they anticipated because of unexpected events such as...
Spring 2025
Spring is here, bringing longer days and an opportunity to venture outdoors and enjoy the warmer months ahead. A higher-than-expected jump in inflation figures may prompt the RBA keep interest...
Track Your Spending
Tracking your spending is a way to take control of your money. Knowing where your money goes can help you spend less and save more. 1. Track your spending and...
Striking a balance in the new financial year
By doing a few calculations you can easily see if your portfolio is still on track. If you’re someone who likes a good balance in your investing life, now may...
August 2025
As the winter chill lingers, we look forward to the arrival of spring and brighter days ahead. Interest rates and tariffs continue to influence markets globally. In Australia, soft inflation...
Market Movements and Review – July 2025
Stay up to date with what's happened in the Australian economy and markets over the past month. Wars in Europe and the Middle East, volatile oil prices and shifting US...
RBA Update – Interest Rates are on hold
At its latest meeting, the Reserve Bank Board announced it was leaving the cash rate unchanged at 3.85 per cent. Please click here to view the Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy...
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