The real cause of financial stress
FINANCIAL stress strikes millions of Australians, and its cause stems from much deeper issues than people worrying about how their next bill will be paid.
Wealth
Aussies with six-figure side gigs
ONE man made $100,000 sharing his property. Another raked in $60,000 with his camper van. Here’s how to put your assets to use.
Put your unused assets to work
AUSSIES are cashing in on the share economy — often without having to lift a finger. There are countless ways to rent out unused resources, from boats and cars to vans and garages.
Young mother wins $40m lotto
AFTER a long search for the unregistered winner of Tuesday night’s $40 million Oz Lotto jackpot, a young mother has been found.
Scratchie winners’ priceless reaction
THIS couple hit the jackpot with a scratchie win they say will transform their lives, with their priceless reaction captured on CCTV.
Cardboard box tycoon tops rich list
PAPER magnate Anthony Pratt has topped Australia’s rich list with a $12.6 billion fortune, dethroning property tycoon Harry Triguboff.
Why you need a lesson in life insurance
AUSSIES have a lack of confidence when it comes to understanding income protection insurance – and it’s costing us serious money.
‘Secret love child’ told $3m is enough
AT 19, won $25m from her late billionaire father after drawing up an incredible list of demands. But his estate is not giving in without a fight.
The luckiest Lotto player in Australia
WHEN a Queensland woman won $17,000 on the Lotto on Monday, she thought she was pretty lucky. But then Wednesday night’s draw came along.
Warning over Budget super boost
A PLAN to encourage Australians to downsize their homes and shift extra money into superannuation has been welcomed, but it comes with a warning.
How does your salary compare?
YOU might know how your salary compares with other Aussies, but this will tell you exactly where you rank on the global rich list.
Unemployed man wins $50 million lotto
AN UNEMPLOYED man from Western Sydney has won a $50 million Powerball prize. He says he plans to share it.
Luxury lifestyles of Putin’s mates
ONE mansion has 40 rooms. Another includes a tube stop. These are the “flashy, lavish” properties owned by Putin’s associates.
Aussies in $2 billion lotto frenzy
AMERICANS are losing their minds over a $2.15 billion Powerball prize. You can join them by buying tickets in the draw.
Australia’s disturbing wage crisis
NOT getting a pay rise isn’t just bad for you, it’s bad for Australia. Here’s why we should all be hitting up our bosses for more money.
Which Australian jobs pay the most
GET the feeling your friend is earning more money than you? Well, they probably are. Check out who earns what across Australia.
‘Affluenza’ teen faces grown-up court
ETHAN Couch was 16 when he killed four people in an alcohol-fuelled car crash, and now his lawyers have tried to get him out of jail early.
Money advice can make you sick
NEW university research has revealed that getting financial advice from these types of people can be harmful to your health.
Fatten your super before July 1 hits
BIG changes to superannuation are approaching quickly, and savers should consider strategies now to prevent losses and avoid missing out on gains.
Babies on path to financial success
FIVE million dollars is about to be tipped into the bank accounts of Australian babies to help them on their way to saving money.
The big mystery about our cash
MORE and more of us walk around without a cent in our wallets. But for some reason lots of cash is being printed, rarely to be seen again. Where is it going?
Triple your retirement income
RETIREES who think outside the box can earn an income three times greater than cash in the bank. Here’s how.
Our most reclusive billionaire
SHE’S the fourth richest woman in Australia and worth $1.8 billion. How has Angela Bennett managed to stay out of the spotlight?
Inside apocalypse bunkers of mega rich
THE world’s filthy rich are preparing for nuclear warfare, a disease pandemic, zombie apocalypses and natural disasters by investing in five-star luxury.
How women can boost their super
WOMEN are more pessimistic than men about retirement and more than three out of five say they will battle financially after finishing work.
How much money equals happiness?
TODAY is the International Day of Happiness and research has revealed the surprising salary sweetspot that Australians need to be happy.
Enormous 706-carat diamond discovered
A PASTOR working in the mines of eastern Sierra Leone has unearthed a 706-carat diamond, which is one of the largest ever found.
Check your pocket for $1 coin
TIME to sift through your spare change. This $1 coin with a distinctive error on one side is worth a mint on eBay.
Smart ways to save more super
MANY of us have heard of the three Rs in education, but if you want to get smarter about your retirement savings it’s a good idea to focus on the five Cs.
How to stop your boss from ripping you off
IT’S ONE of the most important components of your salary, but many Australians are being ripped off. Here’s how to make sure it doesn’t happen to you.
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