My Money
Save on energy bills and stay cool for less this summer
Sometimes you have to take radical action to cut your energy bills. The best place to start is to work out what you are spending on energy.
Interest rate hike likely in 2015
2015 will almost certainly see rates heading higher in the US, Australia and the United Kingdom.
Everything you need to know about Medicare
The amount that Medicare pays you is based on the "Medicare Benefits Schedule Fee" set by the federal government. Here's what you need to know.
Children will be slugged tax on unearned income
Investment and similar income earned by children under 18 no longer benefits from the Low Income Tax Offset.
I bought my husband a bike – it changed our family finances
A Christmas gift sparked a family cycling habit that delivered more than fitness. Here's how riding a bike can save money, cut transport costs and transform the way you travel.
How to help your kids get a part-time job
Ideally you want kids to organise their own part-time, but parents can play an important role by helping with resumes and applying for a tax file number.
Get a better return without hurting your pension
The rate at which Centrelink assumes you are earning interest on investments has dropped, so look for a better return without affecting your pension.
How to minimise Medicare levy hike
Low-income earners who hope to minimise the Medicare levy's impact should research the income test thresholds.
How to shop online from sites that won’t ship to Australia
Don't you hate it when you try to shop online and find an item that you love from an overseas website but it doesn't ship to Australia? We find a solution.
Water: protecting your liquid assets
It's a good time to be wise with water, says Susan Hely.
