My Money
‘Our world has no rulebook on how to come out of this pandemic’
How long will it take for the nation to recover from the coronavirus crisis? We asked six economists for their take on how tough the next few months will be.
Ask Paul: I want to give my kids $150k each, what could go wrong?
Linda wants to sell her house and give each of her children $150,000. It's a nice idea, says Paul Clitheroe, but too many well-meaning parents end up in poverty.
How to keep earning frequent flyer points while you’re grounded
With airlines not looking to resume flights until 2021, is it worth building up your frequent flyer balance? Yes, as long as you don't spend money just to score a few points.
Baby steps: How to prepare for the cost of having kids
$300,000 and counting. That's how much it can cost to raise a couple of kids. Here's how you can make it work by planning ahead.
Anita Heiss on helping others growing up Aboriginal in Australia
With #BlackLivesMatter now a daily conversation, author and professor Anita Heiss is making sure Australian Indigenous voices are heard.
Five free apps to help you deal with your money worries
Struggling to ditch a bad habit? Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety about money? These apps could help you get your budget back on track.
The pink recession: How COVID-19 triggered a perfect storm for women
Women have been hit hard by the coronavirus crisis, and without extra help they face a bleak future, writes Susan Hely.
So you got a refund but what about the hundreds in fees you paid?
Reader Kay received a refund for a trip cancelled due to COVID-19, but the company held on to $350 in fees and surcharges. Are they allowed to do this?
How to claim work-related car expenses at tax time
Whether you're issued a company car or you use your own wheels for work, doing your homework will put more money back in your pocket at tax time.
Falling savings rates have cost Aussie families $1.6 billion
Aussies with savings accounts and term deposits have missed out on a whopping $1.6 billion over the past six months as banks drop rates.
