My Money
‘We could all do with a laugh right now’: Ben Lomas on funny money
Comedian Ben Lomas has noticed something funny when he asks people this money question. "So, I naturally ask all the time!"
More than 2 million Aussies to lose JobKeeper payments from next week
Big changes are coming to JobKeeper, with stricter criteria kicking in next week, and more than 2 million Australians are expected to lose their payments.
The great toilet paper panic proves we’re not loyal after all
When it comes to shopping, most of us stick to the brands we trust. Until we can't. Because, when push comes to shove, our brand loyalty is shoved out the window.
Are mutual banks really more ethical (and who decides)?
What does a bank have to do to be certified as an ethical bank? Firstly, they can't have been involved in any major controversies in the past 3-5 years.
NSW residents can now get their hands on $1500 pandemic payment
Workers in NSW who have to self-isolate because of COVID-19 can now access a $1500 cash payment already on offer in three other states.
The $425 million reason to actually read your energy bill
About 1.4 million Aussies rarely or never check their energy bill, and it's costing them a bundle. If your bill has gone up but your household hasn't changed, you may have been overcharged.
‘I’m not sure the pants I spent $500 on deserve space in my home’
From living in New York and splurging on high-end fashion to becoming a KonMari consultant with a heart for sustainability, Sally Flower has been transformed.
Unemployment is down but more tough times ahead
The economy generated 111,000 new jobs in August but the gains may be fleeting, with more financial pain ahead for struggling Aussies.
What you should know before starting a second job
Around a million Aussies were working two jobs before the pandemic hit. Here's what you need to know before taking a second job.
99 days till our first COVID-19 Christmas: how to start preparing
Christmas is just 99 days away and perhaps the biggest impact that COVID-19 will have on the festive season is the amount of money people are willing to fork out.
