Property listings are down across Australia, with new listings at their lowest level in 12 years. While much of the downturn can be attributed to the sharp drop in prices felt across the country, the recent Federal election and struggling employment and wages figures are also having an impact. While this sharp downturn could be seen as bad news, other […]
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) recently lowered the official cash rate from 1.5 per cent to the all-time low of 1.25 per cent. As the first move made by the RBA since August 2016, this 0.25 percentage point drop was both largely anticipated and widely applauded. The RBA made the cut in an attempt to stimulate the Australian economy, […]
Everyone wants to improve their situation and live their best possible life. Despite best intentions, however, making changes to your lifestyle can be extremely difficult. Inertia is a very real thing, with emotional and lifestyle ruts often leading to bad habits and addictions that can seem impossible to break. This is especially true when it comes to health and fitness, […]
Living with your relatives is common in many parts of the world, with financial and cultural reasons often bringing three of more generations together. While many Aussies and Kiwis live in share houses when they’re young, the nuclear family is very much the norm later in life. Living trends are slowly changing, however, with people staying at home for longer […]
It doesn’t matter where you go or what you do, travel has the potential to transform your expectations and enrich your life. New perspectives and experiences can help you take a step back and look at your life through a new lens. While every holiday feels a little extravagant, there are some destinations and experiences that revel in their exclusive […]