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Too many Australians are stuck in a rut at work and are missing out on more lucrative pay packet. Here’s how you can change that.
One major neglected factor in Aussie’s lifestyle choices is contributing dramatically to the overheated real estate market across the country.
High-income earners unaffected by cost of living crisis will be handed $1000 from the state government in a pre-election energy subsidy that’s been slammed as “irresponsible and desperate”.
Getting a parking fine can turn your day completely upside down. See Australia’s worst infringement hotspots and what to do if you want to dispute a fine.
With gold prices rising, experts have revealed how Aussies can profit from investing in the precious metal, and have also highlighted some red flags.
Private health cover costs are set to rise after the government backed down on a key money-saving measure. Compare prices in our health premium calculator to lower your fees.
Home prices across the country have hit a new high, amid a new warning on interest rates.
Brisbane home prices have officially overtaken Melbourne, hitting a record high off a massive 64.7 per cent surge since the pandemic – with experts seeing no end in sight as demand rampages.
Pinpointing better public service standards and efficiency is recommended in a key productivity report, which also aims to improve SA’s national share of high-wage jobs.
To succeed in buying a new home in the current market you need to know what you’re up against.
These machines might not be everyone’s first choice, but their forgotten status means that they offer tempting value for money.
Australians have cut back on discretionary spending during the cost-of-living crisis but are also looking to boost their nest eggs as an uncertain outlook plays into retirement planning.
Young adults are ditching investment plans in droves as they struggle to make ends meet, but it threatens to hit them twice.
“Astonishing” new data has revealed the 452 Sydney suburbs where rents have spiked in just three months. SEARCH YOUR SUBURB.
This new softroader from a leading brand adopts an innovative method of boosting efficiency that delivers a unique driving experience.
Record immigration continues to put upward pressure on home prices in most markets but the overall effect if dramatically different from city to city and state to state.
Despite all the gloom and doom about the housing market there are affordable homes. Here’s the suburbs you can still bag a bargain.
Tenants are turning into property investors in greater numbers amid Australia’s housing supply squeeze and property price boom.
Fresh revelations show how Queenslanders are copping it the worst as electricity prices continue to spiral.
Australians looking to boost their frequent flyer balances now have a new way to earn points thanks to a fresh deal. See how you can get closer to a free holiday.
A tent city in the Premier’s electorate is sprawling, but despite crisis accommodation being offered, some residents say they have no choice but to stay at the park. WATCH THE EXCLUSIVE VIDEO TO SEE WHY.
It is believed three suburbs could be first in line in Nick Champion’s plan to push ahead with a “farsighted” strategy for high-density apartment towers that stalled 14 years ago.
Despite soaring house prices and higher interest rates, it is possible to save for your new home faster. Read how.
Whether you’re chasing deals on fashion, beauty, homewares or technology, there are heaps of great offers up for grabs. Take a look at this week’s top deals.
Queensland households face being slugged up to $437 a year extra on their rates bill if the state government doesn’t urgently fix a $2.2bn funding black hole, the council peak body has warned.
Queenslanders in financial despair are being turned away by independent counsellors, prompting pleas for the state government to step in.
Pockets of affordability have begun begin to emerge in Sydney’s overheated property market to the relief of desperate homeseekers. This is where.
Millennials are emerging as transformative force in the Australian real estate market by embracing this underrated money move.
Brisbane is set to enter a fuel “super-cycle”, with the price difference at servos now equating to up to $26 dollars to fill up. SEE THE CHEAPEST, WORST LOCATIONS
Apartment towers of up to 20 storeys are proposed for Adelaide’s inner east and the new “super” Housing Minister wants to talk about more.
These are the suburbs Australia real estate investors are zeroing in on as they flood back to the market.
Energy Minister Tom Koutsantonis says people are paying more for the clean energy transition because the carbon tax was scuttled.
Mainstream carmakers have unleashed a stream of new electric vehicles in the past year, some with relatively attractive prices. But it’s wise to look a little closer.
These are the cheap Australian suburbs where home values are expected to surge, giving those who own there or buy soon rapid equity gains.
There are several fundamentals you should look at when deciding to sell or buy a home – and one major mistake you should avoid at all costs, experts say.
Buyers are flocking back to buy a certain type of home as a renovation revival kicks in.
A plan designed to help stop the drain of young people leaving Sydney is in motion but there are questions on just how fast the new homes can be built.
A plan designed to help stop the drain of young people leaving Sydney is in motion but there are questions on just how fast the new homes can be built.
In a world of increasingly expensive cars, this discounted model stakes a claim to being a smart choice for Aussie motorists.
Crunch time for affordable, reliable electricity is coming fast and SA will be key to deciding nuclear power’s fate, writes Paul Starick.
In a world of increasingly expensive cars, this discounted model stakes a claim to being a smart choice for Aussie motorists.
Home values are rising across most of Sydney, but they’ve fallen by up to $110k annually in a range of suburbs still grappling with the fallout of a Covid-era trend.
Qantas has announced a new deal with a popular ride sharing platform offering Aussies the chance to win a share of 20 million frequent flyer points. See how.
A groundbreaking report has shone a spotlight on why the Aussie music festival scene has been brought to its knees.
Premier Steven Miles’ inquiry into grocery prices has again been slammed as “tokenistic” and a “sham” by Katter’s Australian Party.
A new report shows that after several months of decline, the value of second-hand cars is rising again. But some brands are likely to be more affected than others.
Long attacked by many as the reason for the rental crisis, more landlords are exiting the real estate market than usual which spells bad news for renters.
Thirty-four Queensland suburbs have been blacklisted over a high risk of property price falls, making up a third of Australia’s investor no go zones. See the full list.
A well known brand has wound the clock back on the price of its standout small SUV making it more affordable for everyday Aussies to get into a new ride.
A well known brand has wound the clock back on the price of its standout small SUV making it more affordable for everyday Aussies to get into a new ride.
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