Ryan Johnson was a journalist at Money from October 2024 to April 2026. He previously worked covering the Australian and New Zealand mortgage and banking industries. He has also written on superannuation, insurance, and personal finance. Ryan has a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) from Curtin University, Perth. Connect with Ryan Johnson on LinkedIn.
The tech IPOs set to make headlines
ASX IPO activity could rebound in 2026, led by miners and big-tech hopefuls. Are these anticipated listings a smart way to get in early or just hype?
Friends With Money #246: Your windfall game plan
What should you do with a sudden windfall? On Friends With Money, David Sharpe shares smart steps for handling $100,000 to $1 billion without costly mistakes.
Friends With Money #245: Super switching – Are you being misled?
Worried about super scams? On this episode of the Friends With Money podcast, ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland explains online "free super health checks" and how they harvest your details.
How online marketplaces are changing the way Aussies shop
Are you shopping in an online store or a marketplace? They look the same, but the difference can hit your wallet hard when things go wrong.
How to unlock big discounts: Entertainment App vs EatClub
An honest Aussie review of the Entertainment app vs EatClub, plus ShopBack, Too Good To Go, Raiz, ANZ Plus and AIA Vitality - real savings, tips and caveats.
Three hidden traps costing renters money
Aussie renters are facing new fees, data grabs and bill traps. Could these three hidden risks be costing you hundreds without you realising?
Friends With Money #244: IPOs to watch in 2026
Thinking about IPOs? Ryan Johnson and Simon James unpack the 2025 market, big names to watch in 2026 and smart tips for first-time investors.
Your step by step guide to buying your first home
Thinking about buying your first home? Here's the timeline, the traps and the expert tips you need to know before you start.
The Tasmanian educator reshaping how teens learn money skills
Tasmanian educator Alyssia Kennedy learned money skills the hard way. Now she's helping teens master budgeting, debt, taxes and real-life costs before they leave school.
NSW adds extra public holiday in 2026: What you need to know
NSW will introduce a substitute Anzac Day public holiday in 2026, giving millions a Monday off and new ways to stretch annual leave next year.
