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On 11 March 2020*, we provided information for the first time on an unfolding event, the COVID-19 pandemic. At that time, globally, there were a reported 119,096 cases, 4,284 deaths, and 65,765 recoveries. And, nationally, there were a reported 107 cases, 3 deaths, and 21 recoveries. Fast-forwarding now to 12 June 2020*, globally, there are a […]

As it stands, in terms of COVID-19*, globally, there has been a reported 1,273,990 cases, 69,444 deaths, and 260,247 recoveries. And, domestically, there has been a reported 5,687 cases, 35 deaths, and 757 recoveries. While COVID-19 is first and foremost a public health issue, clear economic and financial issues have emerged. In response to this, the Government has […]

Change is inevitable, and is more often than not associated with progress. However, this is not to say change, especially regarding technological advancements, is always beneficial to our professional and personal lives. This is something we briefly discussed in our article, ‘Consumer payments behaviour: How do you compare?’. Namely, technological advancements, and the potential for them to influence consumers; […]

Approximately one-third of our adult life can be spent at work. Importantly, without work and the income derived from it, many of us would find it difficult to: maintain our present living costs, and, execute plans in relation to accumulating wealth to fund our future living costs. However, income is often just one reason (albeit a key […]

Two easy steps to ensure your loved ones and possessions are taken care of. Step 1 – Nominate your beneficiaries Unlike directly owned property or shares, super doesn’t automatically form a part of your estate if you pass away. Instead, your super benefits are paid out under the rules of the super fund. That’s why […]

Over the course of the last three decades there has been continual change regarding the rules governing superannuation. In recent times, some of the most significant changes have come from the proposed measures released in the 2016 Federal Budget, many of which took effect on 1 July 2017. For example: 1. The reduction in the concessional […]

In our article, ‘Financial mindsets of the super wealthy’, we discuss that whilst on the path to financial freedom, occasionally it can be helpful to gain perspective along the way, by considering and then reflecting on the financial attitudes and behaviours of others. It’s this gained perspective that can sometimes allow us to look inwards […]

‘Christmas in May’ is the unofficial catchphrase of this year’s Federal Budget (given a Federal election is on the horizon), but officially it’s being referred to by the Government as a ‘Plan for a Stronger Economy’. The 2018-19 Federal Budget, delivered on 8 May 2018 by Treasurer Scott Morrison, saw many proposed measures announced. These […]

Financial stress is accounting for a 6.9 hour loss in productivity, according to analysis from Flight Centre of its 20,000 strong workforce. Flight Centre Travel Group has pledged its commitment to improving the financial resilience of its 20,000 people with the launch of an inaugural Financial Inclusion Action Plan (FIAP). FCTG is one of 30 […]