The 2019-20 Federal Budget was announced on 2 April with highlights including a return to a surplus position sooner than expected, catering for a stronger economy and securing a better future by giving back to Australians. This is demonstrated by… Read more »

Posted on April 3rd, 2019

In my former life I was a Coronary Care Trained Nurse and a midwife, where I experienced the full impact of what a Critical illness meant to the patient and their family. As a nurse I was able to hold… Read more »

Posted on September 12th, 2018

There is a common misconception among Millennials (Gen Y) currently aged 24-38 and born between 1980 & 1994 that “Trauma” or “Critical Illness” (CI) cover (these are two names for the same thing) is not applicable to them and might be… Read more »

Posted on August 28th, 2018

It’s that time of year again – are your New year, new me and possibly yet another New Years’ resolution starting to go by the wayside? High expectations and even higher disappointments have built such a negative connotation around the idea that… Read more »

Posted on January 31st, 2018

You’ve worked hard all your life and are looking forward to enjoying a comfortable retirement. How can you be sure that your savings will last? The good news is that with life expectancy constantly rising, you can now expect to… Read more »

Posted on August 17th, 2017

“With the close of the financial year, it’s time to review what’s happened in investment markets. MLC’s portfolio specialist John Owen provided this comprehensive review.” John Owen, Portfolio Specialist, MLC A rewarding year for investors The financial year to 30… Read more »

Posted on July 21st, 2017

Finances are not always straight forward.  Depending upon your financial personality and your personal situation, your first whiff of your own cash most likely went one of two ways: you were either overcome with a sense of freedom and extravagance… Read more »

Posted on July 13th, 2017

While you’re working, with money coming in, you can probably afford to live life the way you choose. But what will happen to your lifestyle when you retire? When you’re used to a certain standard of living, it can be… Read more »

Posted on June 20th, 2017

Most of us don’t look forward to tax time. But it doesn’t have to be difficult. By getting organised early, you can save time, claim all the deductions you’re entitled to — and even get your return paid faster. Not… Read more »

Posted on May 22nd, 2017

The end of the financial year is almost here. With a little planning, you can increase your chances of a healthy tax return and start the new financial year in top financial shape. Here are three tips to get you… Read more »

Posted on May 12th, 2017