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.
Will emergency oil reserves cut petrol prices?
Petrol prices whiplashing, super changes passing Parliament and trees that can dent your home's value. Here's what you've missed this week.
Smart ways to beat rising fuel prices and supply shortages
Soaring petrol prices and patchy fuel supply are putting pressure on drivers. Here's how to stretch every tank and keep costs down at the bowser.
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NSW, Qld and SA to get free midday power from July 1
Australian house prices could rise nearly $90,000 in 2026, free midday electricity starts in July, silver beats gold and grocery delivery costs jump.
Gen X overtakes Boomers as Australia’s richest homeowners
Gen X overtakes Baby Boomers on housing wealth, Hostplus tops super returns, ASIC refunds $40 million to CFD investors, plus car insurance and pet travel news.
AI real estate photos: what’s legal – and how to spot fakes
Some real estate agents are using AI-edited photos to enhance listings - and in some cases mislead buyers. But is it actually legal?
