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Australian vs international shares – finding the right balance

Getting investment exposure to global companies through share markets makes sense, but weighing up risks such as currency fluctuations is important.

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Australian vs international shares – finding the right balance Balancing Australian and global shares means weighing growth, income & currency riskGetting investment exposure to global companies through share markets makes sense, but weighing up risks such as currency fluctuations is important.Many Australians have a justified love affair with the domestic shar...

Your 30 June Superannuation Checklist

Figure out the five easy ways to get more into your super fund before the end of the financial year.

Your 30 June superannuation checklist Five easy ways to get more into your super fund before the end of the financial yearWith the end of the current financial year fast approaching, time is running out if you’re planning to boost your superannuation balance before 30 June.Even depositing a small amount of extra money into your super ...

Understanding the ASFA Retirement Standard

When planning for retirement, one of the most common questions we hear is: 'How much do I actually need?

The ASFA Retirement Standard helps answer this by providing a clear, research-based benchmark of what it costs to fund different retirement lifestyles in Australia.

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Understanding the ASFA Retirement Standard A practical benchmark for planning your retirement lifestyleWhen planning for retirement, one of the most common questions we hear is: 'How much do I actually need?'The ASFA Retirement Standard helps answer this by providing a clear, research-based benchmark of what it costs to fund different retire...

Blue Zones: lessons for living longer

For years, the idea of “Blue Zones” captured the world’s imagination. Certain regions such as Okinawa, Sardinia, Ikaria and Nicoya were said to be places where people routinely lived past 100 years old in good health. The promise was simple and compelling: follow their lifestyle, and a long, vibrant life might follow.

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Blue Zones: lessons for living longer For years, the idea of “Blue Zones” captured the world’s imagination. Certain regions such as Okinawa, Sardinia, Ikaria and Nicoya were said to be places where people routinely lived past 100 years old in good health. The promise was simple and compelling: follow their lifestyle, and a long, v...

I’m close to retirement age. What are my options for drawing on my super savings?

Retiring well means making a series of decisions to ensure a financially secure post-work life. One practical step is to work out the income you need each week to survive and thrive when you stop working.

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I’m close to retirement age. What are my options for drawing on my super savings? Retiring well means making a series of decisions to ensure a financially secure post-work life. One practical step is to work out the income you need each week to survive and thrive when you stop working.If you are one of the many Australians still working and growing your super, knowing more about....

What is share market volatility

Volatility is how the return on an asset fluctuates over time. Using the share market as an example, volatility is often measured by changes in the price of a share. When the market is volatile, as it has been recently due to the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, prices can rise or fall a lot in a short time.

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What is share market volatility Volatility is how the return on an asset fluctuates over time. Using the share market as an example, volatility is often measured by changes in the price of a share. When the market is volatile, as it has been recently due to the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, prices can rise or fall a lo...

Payday Super Regulations: further details for SMSFs

If you have an SMSF, find out how the new Payday Super Regulations will impact SMSFs when Payday Super starts from 1 July 2026.

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Payday Super Regulations: further details for SMSFs If you have an SMSF, find out how the new Payday Super Regulations will impact SMSFs when Payday Super starts from 1 July 2026.With the Payday Super Regulations starting from 1 July 2026, take the time to see how the changes will impact your SMSF.Contribution allocations: a closer lookSMSFs will sti...

The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz

Why More Choice Isn’t Always Better (And What This Means for Your Financial Decisions)

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The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz Why More Choice Isn’t Always Better

Federal Budget 2026-27: Reform and Resilience… But Questions Remain

The Federal Government has positioned this year’s Budget as one of the most significant in decades. From our perspective, while there are some sensible initiatives, we are generally underwhelmed by the overall package.

Here are several important measures worth understanding, particularly in relation to tax, investment structures, and long-term planning.

FEDERAL BUDGET 2026-27 Federal Budget 2026–27: Reform and Resilience… But Questions RemainThe Federal Government has positioned this year’s Budget as one of the most significant in decades, focused on navigating the current global uncertainty—particularly higher oil prices—and strengthening the economy over time...

7 simple steps to get on the investment ladder

Entering the world of investing can be a life-changer for people of all ages. Here are seven simple steps for beginners to start their wealth journey.

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7 simple steps to get on the investment ladder Entering the world of investing can be a life-changer for people of all ages. Here are seven simple steps for beginners to start their wealth journey.1. Do a financial stocktakeBefore taking the leap into investing, evaluate your financial position. Assess your income, savings, living expenses and,....