What to do if you can't pay a bill
If you are having trouble paying a bill or experiencing ongoing financial difficulty, there's help available.
What you'll be paying for electricity in 2024
The Australian Energy Market Commission's residential electricity price trends report has good news for retirees.
Ageing homes responsible for a fifth of Australia's emissions
The biggest challenge to Australia achieving net zero emissions by 2050 could be a lot closer to home than you think.
The pandemic has changed the way we feel about energy usage
Australians responded to the pandemic by purchasing large appliances and white goods, but this has increased our interest in reducing energy use.
Products that will save you money
There are so many commonsense purchasing decisions that can save you money, but you still see people wasting money in these areas.
Woolworths set to transform Australian shopping forever
Supermarket giant launches new marketplace to become a one-stop online shop.
Your household power bills could be 15 per cent cheaper
Evidence from takeover bids for Australia’s last two publicly listed electricity network services companies suggests you are paying more than you should.
Where to get help when you are in debt
If you find yourself in debt and are struggling to pay, there are a number of free services available to help.
Would you use a budgeting app?
When it comes to staying on top of your finances, many people these days are ditching paper and spreadsheets in favour of budgeting apps.
Dodgy tree loppers are scamming elderly homeowners
Have you had a knock on the door or perhaps a card in your letterbox telling you the trees in your garden are dangerous and need urgent work?
Claiming a charitable tax deduction when you are missing information
Edwina has donated to a drought assistance charity at the supermarket but doesn't know the name of the charity. Can she still claim a deduction?
Why the rate of older Aussies with 'younger person debt' has doubled
Student loans are usually only associated with younger people, but the number of people over 60 with this debt has more than doubled in the past five years.
