Are you aware of how much waste you’re creating, and how much money you’re throwing away in the process? Spending money on unnecessary items is not only bad for the environment, but it can also add up over the course of a year. Much of our consumption these days is based around convenience says Deborah Southon of budgeting and debt solutions provider Fox Symes. “People would rather bu... read more>

Prostate Awareness Month is an opportunity for all to focus on the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in Australia. If you’re a man and 50, you should be talking to your doctor about PSA testing.   Check out these statistics about prostate cancer. Signs and symptoms could include A need to urinate frequently, especially at night Difficulty starting urination or... read more>

First world problem : What can we do with all these extra years and extra dollars? It’s no news many of us are living longer and healthier lives but there’s plenty of scope, and no little uncertainty, around how best able to spend this so-called longevity premium. Every generation, say 25 years, the average life expectancy of those in the western, and other parts of the world, climbs by t... read more>

Some of you lucky bucks are already on the NBN, while for others, it is arriving as slow as a wet week. Whether you are on it or not, there are a few things you should check before you sign on the dotted line. 1. What NBN plan do you need? You’ll need to choose a plan that best suits your needs. Read our article Size Matters to assist you in picking the right plan. Read more: Wh... read more>

We shouldn’t have to say the old adage, “if it’s too good to be true…” but sometimes we all get stars in our eyes and fall victim to a scam. The best way to avoid scams is to be aware of what is out there. Here are 6 Holiday Scams Putting Travellers at Risk ACCOMMODATION BOOKING SCAM Pretty photographs of holiday rentals vs the sometimes ugly and dismal truth about holiday ren... read more>