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Simon Sheikh grew up in public housing, now he runs a $13.9b super fund
Growing up in public housing shaped Simon Sheikh's views on money. It's also why the Future Super founder plans to leave most of his wealth to charity.
Tour de France commentator Bridie O’Donnell’s best money advice
Ahead of the 2026 Tour de France, SBS commentator Bridie O'Donnell shares the best money advice she ever received and why every woman needs financial independence.
Kim McDonnell quit a dream life to save Aussies $4000 a year
Kim McDonnell had the dream life, until one meeting changed everything. Now she's helping Australians save thousands by wasting less food at home.
Cheryl Harris: The volunteer champion empowering others to thrive
From grassroots volunteer to 2026 Queensland Senior Australian of the Year, Cheryl Harris has dedicated decades to helping others build skills and connection.
Charli Walters sold a $70 million business, then felt nothing
Charli Walters scaled a family business fast. But after the sale, success felt hollow, forcing a rethink of money, purpose and leadership.
Inside the life of AMP economist Diana Mousina
AMP economist Diana Mousina shares her career story, her Soviet-era childhood, and why people quiz her about the RBA at children's birthday parties.
Smashed avo lie: Economist exposes the wealth gap
What if the smashed avo myth was a distraction all along? Economist Thomas Walker reveals what's actually keeping young Australians from getting ahead.
Frank Mitchell: From an electrical apprentice to a Local Hero
Noongar leader Frank Mitchell turned an electrical apprenticeship into a platform for creating jobs, social change and opportunity for Aboriginal communities. Now he has been named the 2026 Australian Local Hero.
Inside Marion Mays’ journey to Money Strong
From working-class roots to money coach, Marion Mays helps Australians reshape beliefs and build financial wellbeing through behavioural change.
Joseph Healy on the truth about Australia’s rich-poor divide
After four decades in banking, the death of Joseph Healy's son inspired him to walk away from finance to take on a new mission: fixing Australia's broken mental health system.
