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Power bills are forecast to decline in Australia over the next three years. According to official forecasts published by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC), we can thank renewable energy for the good news, with an increasing supply of renewables on the market helping to drive prices down. While these forecasts are only estimates and widely dependent on current trends, we may have reached a critical stage where the evolution of green power is driven by economic factors along wit [...]

The CoreLogic National Property Index jumped into action in November, recording its fifth straight monthly increase and largest monthly gains in over 16 years. While parts of the national market remain slow, values in Sydney, Melbourne, and Hobart continue to grow beyond expectations. The downturn that defined the Australian market at the start of the year seems like a distant […]

Bushfires remain prevalent across Australia, with smoky conditions possibly becoming more normal as climate change takes hold. Rural communities in NSW have been inundated by smoke for weeks, with Sydney also choked by bad air and dangerous smoke particles. While everyone is aware of the destructive power of fire when it comes to harming property and affecting lives, the true […]

The modern world can be busy and stressful, with people often experiencing a lack of time and mental resources. It’s easy to make bad decisions in such an environment, as our mental bandwidth narrows and we focus on the wrong tasks. While some people thrive under pressure, for others, busy routines and ongoing stress lead to procrastination and reduced productivity. […]

Once again, Christmas is just around the corner and you’re probably not ready. Whether you need to buy five gifts or fifty, new product releases leave us spoilt for choice as we head into the holiday period. From household tech and lifestyle products through to media subscriptions and kids’ toys, let’s take a close look at the best new household […]

Australians are feeling much more positive about the property market, with prices expected to rise in 2020 by homeowners and experts alike. After a period of decline and pessimism, double-digit gains are expected in Sydney and Melbourne next year alone. While forecasts are dependent on interest rates, economic growth, and wider global conditions, time may be running out for first […]

Trade uncertainty, shifting economic power, and social upheaval are some of the key issues likely to reach boiling point over the next decade. According to one of the world’s largest banks, significant shifts in the global economic landscape could reverse many of the defining trends of the past four decades. Population growth, environmental catalysts, and changing attitudes to globalisation are […]

Gaining weight as we age has become completely normalised in modern society. Men and women in their late 30s and beyond are almost expected to gain weight, even though we’ve never understood exactly why. While various genetic and lifestyle factors influence weight gain, there are age-related considerations that can’t be accounted for by eating or exercise habits alone. As it […]

Modern workers are always looking for that little something extra to help them forge ahead in their careers. Whether you’re a mechanic, a salesperson, or a surgeon, making moves in your chosen field was always thought to be a combination of smarts and hard work. As it turns out, however, additional capacity may also be needed. Along with regular and […]

Australia’s interest rate is at an historic low, currently sitting at 0.75% and possibly heading even lower. As the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) moves the cash rate closer to zero, an increasing number of banks are failing to go along for the ride. Individual lenders have been told to look towards alternative lenders, with the RBA itself possibly resorting […]