Sign property market is about to blow up
A new report has put into perspective just how hard Aussies are being squeezed – and come March it could be a lot more painful.
Cost Of Living
Hack to save almost $100 on next grocery shop
An Aussie supermarket is letting the public in on a little secret which can shave a massive chunk off bills, groceries, fuel and more.
Coles drops credits required on glassware promotion
Coles has reduced the amount of credit points customers need to secure selected glassware in a new promotion with Schott Zwiesel.
Coles launches classic Xmas item with twist
Coles launched its new Christmas range – with 151 new products in the supermarket including a family favourite with a modern twist.
$2000 ‘shock’ coming for homeowners
Australian homeowners could be forking out more than $2000 extra a month soon, with fears they don’t realise the “shock” headed their way.
How Coles is helping to ease the cost of living pressures
See how you can save on your favourite household products during your next grocery shop.
Mum’s tea towel trick can save households $2000 a year
An Aussie mum has turned a tea towel hack into a million dollar business that can also save households up to $2000 a year on food wastage.
Macca’s v Coles: Where to get cheap coffees
Whether it’s a flat white or a long black, coffee is at the core of our nation’s beating heart. Check out our tips on where to score the best brews on the go.
Supermarket in major health food switch
A major Australian supermarket is shrinking its health food aisle and adopting a ‘health in every aisle’ strategy. See how you will benefit.
Why your wages should be going up
New data shows that skill shortages are forcing some businesses to increase wages, and workers in one industry have done better than the rest.
‘Disturbing’ pressure hitting Aussie economy
The extraordinary impact of economic “challenges” affecting the country is ramping up as the “pain threshold” grows. But the worst is yet to come.
‘More harm’: Bleak interest rate call
House prices may be falling – but apparently, that won’t stop the RBA from aggressively jacking up the cash rate as households suffer.
One trick saves Aussie $12k per year
With interest rates and the cost of living hurting our hip pockets, Aussies are making this easy change – and it could end up saving you a stack of cash.
Incredible result after epic rent rise
A mum-of-three was already “struggling to survive” when her landlord flagged a huge rent increase, terrifying her that the “vicious cycle” would never end.
’Impossible’: Photo reveals Aussie crisis
One photo has summed up the “impossible” choice facing one young Sydney family as the nation battles a worsening crisis.
Bank’s subtle change to home loans
Mortgage customers looking to move away from the Commonwealth Bank will now have to add in an extra step before they can start the process.
‘Far worse’: Hidden sting for Aussies
Australians have dealt with spikes in inflation before, but there’s a worrying detail that could make the coming months even more difficult than we’ve seen before.
Aussies set to lose $110k in price ‘wipe out’
There are warnings of a stark divide growing in the property market – and one group of Aussies are “most at risk”.
‘Heartbreaking’: Sydney boss blames ‘society’
An Aussie business owner has hit out at customers who choose “convenience and instant gratification”, blaming “society” after her shop’s collapse.
Aussies slugged with $80k price hike
A string of company collapses in the construction sector have revealed the pain of rising prices, but renters are also set to take a bigger hit.
Tax cuts for ‘wealthy’ Aussies slammed
The Government is under fire for continuing to support tax cuts for the rich and “billionaires” and is being accused of turbocharging “inequality”.
Qantas reveals massive price hike
The Aussie airline has dropped an unwelcome bombshell for jetsetters, with costs set to soar even higher ahead of the September holidays.
Terrifying prediction for mortgage payers
Interest rates will rise, that’s a given. But when will they stop rising and what will Aussie mortgage payments be?
’Eye-watering’ rent increases causing crisis
It’s no secret that rents have been skyrocketing across the country leaving many in desperate situations, but it’s also contributing to another crisis.
Clever trick supermarkets use on customers
A lot of the tricks supermarkets use is to get you to spend money, by putting you in a good mood, forcing you to make choices and keeping you in store for longer.
New way people will be ‘quiet quitting’
The “quiet quitting” trend has gained momentum around the world and it’s going to have a huge influence on the future of work.
Hundreds of Coles items about to get cheaper
The supermarket giant is lowering the price of 500 more products, while over 1000 others will have their prices ‘locked’. See the list.
‘Ballistic’: Prices double for unlikely item
The cost-of-living crisis has spread to another item, with prices “more than doubling” in the last 12 months – and showing no signs of easing.
‘$2 again’: Veggie prices to finally drop
After flooding devastated crops, Aussies saw prices of iceberg lettuce and other vegetables soar. But now there’s some good news on the way.
Shock number of Aussies in ‘rental stress’
Australia’s devastating rental crisis could have just about reached its peak as rents in some areas fall, but an alarming number of renters are in trouble.
‘Gone mad’: Chart shows Aussies have lost it
Food costs are skyrocketing, but new data shows that instead of being more frugal, Aussies are reacting in a very strange way.
Infuriating truth of Australia’s gas crisis
The truth about Australia’s east coast gas crisis is coming out. Now the pressure is on the new Government to fix years of mistakes.
‘Laughable’: China takes fresh stab at ScoMo
Beijing has lashed out at former PM Scott Morrison and Australia’s “overconfidence” following the release of a “damning” gas report.
‘Screwed’: Family’s $800k townhouse fury
A couple thought they had purchased their dream home. But now say they have been left “screwed” after the developer shelved the $180m project.
When construction crisis will finally ease
Construction costs are soaring and prominent companies are dropping like flies, but new forecasts give hope to when the crisis could ease.
Aldi warns more price hikes ‘inevitable’
Supermarket giant Aldi has warned Aussies need to prepare for their grocery shops to become more expensive, as the cost of living crisis deepens.
Worrying graph shows Australia is screwed
The glory years for Australia look set to be over as one “enemy” takes hold. And the Albanese Government might just be making it worse.
Three words reveal Aussie jobs chasm
Seek has revealed the number one thing Australian jobseekers are searching for – while job ads suggest employers are reluctant to give it.
Skyrocketing inflation to hit 32-year high
Inflation figures set to be released this week are expected to show consumer prices rising at their fastest pace in more than three decades.
Terrifying sign for Aussie mortgage payers
RBA analysis has shown that certain mortgage payers could see their repayments increase by a whopping 60 per cent.
Food prices soar at Coles, Woolworths
New data has revealed that the costs of 60,000 grocery products at Australia’s two major supermarkets have spiked by an alarming rate.
Surprising thing poor Aussies keep buying
There’s an expensive item that poorer Aussie households have more of than richer dwellings – but there’s a valid reason why.
Damning detail in Australia’s price spike
What is actually driving inflation in Australia? New research has revealed a shocking finding.
Aussie’s genius solution to lettuce crisis
An Aussie TikTok user has shared a thoughtful hack for overcoming the east coast’s ongoing lettuce shortages.
Big issue with cheapest supermarket
One of Australia’s big supermarkets is a quite a lot cheaper than the others when it comes to everyday items. But there is also a glaring issue.
One number that could stop rate rises
Australia’s biggest bank has revealed one major factor that could stop the RBA in its tracks and put an end to brutal interest rate hikes.
Countries in strife as inflation soars
New economic data paints a grim picture of the state of the world, with one top economist warning for some countries debt crises are “pretty much already there”.
Scary truth behind RBA’s big gamble
Interest rates are soaring and there are growing fears a recession could be around the corner. So why is the RBA doing this to us?
Major crisis just five months away
The country could be plunged into a fresh disaster within a few months as supplies of a very crucial product threaten to run out.
Shock prediction for $12k interest rate rise
Interest rates are well and truly on the rise – and a graph shows a horror market prediction for homeowners over the next year.
Home owners told to prepare for triple threat
A day after interest rates were increased for a third straight month, millions of home owners have been warned about a triple whammy.
As retirement savings plummet, crypto isn’t such a super idea
The inflation crunch and collapse in super values is horrible timing for South Aussies aged over 60 – but is chasing cash with high-risk investments such as crypto the answer?
Millions of Aussies set for huge tax cuts
There are huge tax cuts coming and one group of Australians will be biggest winners. Here’s everything you need to know.
Stockpiler defends ‘selfish’ grocery act
Shoppers who bulk-buy cheap goods to keep their grocery bill low have been labelled “greedy” – but there’s one thing critics are ignoring.
‘Risk isn’t small’: Biggest threat to inflation
Interest rates are climbing – and won’t be going down again anytime soon. But that’s not the scariest part of trying to beat inflation.
$1 billion sign China has abandoned Australia
Australia’s biggest trading partner has dramatically scaled back investment Down Under, in another painful blow for the economy.
Woolworths issues 4-week grocery warning
Shoppers have been warned of dire vegetable supply issues, with Woolworths revealing it doesn’t expect improvements for several weeks.
Huge myth about interest rise debunked
As interest rates began to rise this year, many Australians thought it may be their chance for a break – but not everything is as it seems.
‘Absolute lemon’: Aussie economic trainwreck
Things are looking more and more challenging for the Australia economy, with five key factors putting the nation under pressure.
‘Crazy to stay’: CEO tells customers to leave
The CEO of an Australian energy provider has begged customers to leave the company, saying they would be “crazy” to stay and pay higher prices.
Are we headed for a recession?
After a market “bloodbath”, experts are warning America is on the brink of recession. But what is a recession, and how will it affect Aussie workers?
The Aussies with the most super revealed
There’s a big difference between Australians’ super pots with one area having more than double the national average.
Ominous sign Australia could be in trouble
America has bumped interest rates up in the sharpest rise in almost three decades, leading to concerns that Australia could follow suit.
Woolies shares ‘brilliant’ bread hack
Woolworths is doing its bit to prevent food waste, sharing the “brilliant” hack one store is using to give a second life to old bread.
Why you should care about ASX bloodbath
It has been a horror week for the Australian stock market – and there are glaring reasons why we should all be concerned by the crash.
Coles boss reveals gamechanging 80c item
As Australia’s cost of living crisis ramps up, the nation’s top supermarket bosses have shared their best affordable grocery hacks.
Price freeze on hundreds of Woolies items
Woolworths has announced it will freeze the prices on “trolleys’ worth of meaningful essentials” until the end of this year amid Australia’s rising cost of living crisis.
One stock surging in stock market misery
The Australian stock exchange is falling again today, but there’s one major stock that is massively outperforming the market.
Horror prediction for Aussie retailers
An ominous mix of inflation, higher interest rates and surging food and power costs is predicted to crush Australian retailers.
Coles shopper’s insane meat haul stuns
A mother-of-three who decided to go to her local Coles store on a “whim” was shocked to learn how much meat products had been reduced.
Pics expose desperate supermarket move
Shoppers feeling the pinch of the surging cost of living have reportedly adopted a sneaky tactic to cut the cost of their groceries.
Dark sign recession is ‘definitely’ coming
There are ominous clouds hanging over the global economy, as spooked markets prepare for the inevitable recession on the horizon.
Coles boss’ bold advice on veg shortage
With the price of iceberg lettuce nearing $7, Coles has urged customers battling soaring grocery prices to “try different recipes”.
Australia’s crisis summed up in one photo
As the cost of fresh produce continues to increase, the price for a very common vegetable has sparked outrage and confusion.
Major sign housing bubble is set to burst
All signs are pointing to a further drop in the property markets over the next few months, with two Aussie cities to feel the brunt of the change.
Easy hacks to save you thousands
Family budgets across the nation are being stretched to the limit as cost of living pressures bite – but there are still ways to save a bucketload.
Three reasons fuel prices are about to explode
Fuel prices are under control – at the moment. But three key factors are about to combine and the impact on Aussie households could be devastating.
House prices to plunge dramatically
A major bank has warned that super-sized interest rates will have a chilling impact on house prices as potential buyers run scared.
Aussie finance expert’s grim warning
ABC finance host Alan Kohler has shared a “scary” housing chart, after Australia passed a grim milestone dating back to 1989.
Dire warning on Aussie price surge
With a Labor budget slated for October 25, Treasurer Jim Chalmers had some bad news for households crippled with the rising cost of living pressures.
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