Nicola Field is a seasoned personal finance writer with more than 25 years of experience helping Australians make smarter money decisions. A former Chartered Accountant, Nicola has contributed extensively to Money - both print and online - and writes for some of Australia's leading financial institutions. She is the author of Investing in Your Child's Future and Baby or Bust, and has collaborated with financial expert Paul Clitheroe on numerous projects, including books, newspaper columns, and radio scripts. Nicola's deep expertise in budgeting, investing, and family finance makes her a trusted voice in the industry.
Why the RBA is being roasted on Facebook over rates
Australians are roasting the Reserve Bank on Facebook after posts defending rate hikes struck a nerve with struggling mortgage-holders.
Can your super fund replace a financial adviser?
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$1000 tax deduction: Who can claim it and when it starts
A new $1000 tax deduction is on the way, but it won't mean a $1000 refund. Here's when it starts and how much workers could really save.
The HECS mistakes costing students thousands
Failing university subjects and dropping classes at the wrong time can add thousands of dollars - and years of repayments - to your HECS-HELP debt.
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ATO warns against accessing super for dental work, and major lender cops $4 million fine for spamming Aussies. Here are five money stories you've missed this week.
How much board should adult kids pay Mum and Dad?
One in two young Australians still lives at home. Here's how much they should be paying their parents in board.
The cheapest way to heat your home this winter
Energy bills are expected to rise over winter, but the type of heater you use could save or cost you thousands. Here's the cheapest way to stay warm.
The workers getting a raise as junior rates are scrapped
Junior pay rates scrapped, how Aussie motorists are beating sky-high fuel prices, and big telcos hike prices again. Here are five things you may have missed this week.
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Shrinkflation and soaring prices hit Easter eggs, motorists urged to save by switching to E10, and NSW renters to get bond relief. Here are five things you may have missed this week.
Gold health insurance premiums set to jump up to 25%
Gold health cover jumps up to 25%, Jetstar flyers lose Qantas lounge access, and NSW and Victoria crack down on underquoting, plus investing lessons you missed.
