Cost of Living

Just weeks ago, expectations were high for the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to offer some monetary relief, but recent developments suggest otherwise. Michele Bullock, the RBA Governor, and her …

Australia’s ongoing rental crisis is creating significant financial strain for many households, prompting over one million tenants to take drastic steps to lower their rent, according to a recent Finder …

A significant number of Australians are unprepared for financial emergencies, with almost 7.9 million people lacking enough savings to cover three months’ worth of essential living expenses. A recent Finder …

A recent report from the Melbourne Institute has unveiled a concerning outlook for Australia, revealing that Australians are experiencing increased loneliness, higher taxes, and a shift in aspirations. The annual …

A recent report from iSelect reveals a significant rise in electricity bills, which have escalated by 27.16 per cent more than inflation over two years. The average cost per household …

Refinancing a mortgage to secure a lower interest rate might seem beneficial at first glance, but experts caution that extending the loan term can lead to greater long-term costs. A …

Australian subscribers will face additional costs for their streaming services, as Apple TV+ announces a price increase. Launched in 2019 at $7.99 per month, the subscription rate will rise from …

Despite 2.4 million children being eligible, only 600,000 families in Australia have tapped into the government’s Child Dental Benefits Schedule, which offers $1,132 over two years for dental treatments. Since …

Australians are facing unprecedented hikes in home and contents insurance premiums, with average costs rising by approximately $343—a 14% increase—over the past year. The average annual premium has soared from …

Home and contents insurance premiums have experienced a significant rise across Australia, with recent research revealing an average annual increase of 14 per cent, equating to an extra $343 in …