Make plans with the one you love this Valentine’s Day
Superannuation
12 February 2021
What’s more romantic than planning your future together? That’s right — we think you and your partner should plan for your retirement this Valentine’s Day.
How we at LGS are supporting the transition to net-zero
Sustainability
10 February 2021
Learn more about what net-zero is, what it means for our planet and why LGS is one of the companies leading the fight for net-zero emissions across Australia.
As you map out your year ahead, consider taking up one new sustainable habit each month. To get you started, here are some ideas for how to make 2021 a sustainable and cost-effective new year.
Financial New Year’s resolutions: New year, new super saving strategy
Superannuation, Lifestyle
7 January 2021
Whether you’re committed to being more sustainable in the future or you’d like to cultivate a new hobby, think about also making a financial New Year’s resolution.
With your holiday budget prepared, you may feel unstoppable when it comes to planning how the season will play out financially. But what about the environmental impact of your festivities?
By choosing to invest your money in a responsible way, you could also be setting yourself up for long-term financial success and a comfortable retirement.
World Green Building Week 2020: What you should know
Lifestyle, Sustainability
21 September 2020
World Green Building Week 2020 takes place on 21-25 September. Learn more about green buildings and how net-zero carbon buildings are instrumental in tackling the climate crisis.
The first step towards proper recycling is to decode the symbols you encounter. Find out what they mean and learn about some private recycling programs.
Seven plastic items we can’t live without and their alternatives
Lifestyle, Sustainability
3 July 2020
Plastic pollution endangers marine life and impacts the environment. Learn about seven plastic items you could easily substitute for eco-friendly alternatives.
Sustainable urban living: What you can do in the city
Lifestyle, Sustainability
25 June 2020
Sustainability is on everybody’s mind, but most tips require a lot of land or other suburban or rural amenities. Here’s how city dwellers can go green.
It’s tax season: what you need to do before the end of the financial year
Lifestyle, Superannuation
17 June 2020
Put your finances in order before the end of the financial year. Learn some super saving strategies and find out how to make additional contributions before EOFY.
Sustainable solutions to save money while staying warm this winter
Lifestyle, Sustainability
25 May 2020
Reducing energy consumption in the winter months will lower your heating bills while also helping the environment. Here are some quick tips to get you started.
How to set a positive mood in your team while working from home
Lifestyle
21 April 2020
Working from home presents new challenges. Looking for ways to stay positive during the transition? Here are some tips and tricks that you can implement today.
Why your workplace should participate in Clean Up Australia Day
Lifestyle
24 February 2020
Clean Up Australia Day is just around the corner. One of the best ways to magnify your impact is to get others involved. Think your workplace could take part?
Love is in the air. But who will be your valentine this year? Even if you already have somebody in mind, we hear your super is looking pretty good right now.
4 New Year’s resolutions for a more sustainable lifestyle
Lifestyle
13 January 2020
A new decade is here. There are lots of ways to focus your New Year’s resolutions on sustainability. Check out these environmentally friendly suggestions.
Summer holidays: How to keep the kids happy on a budget
Lifestyle
10 December 2019
Worried the school holidays will throw off your carefully planned budget? Fear not - here are some free and cheap activities your kids will love this summer.
Six terrifying climate change numbers and how you can help solve them
Sustainability
31 October 2019
It's Halloween and you're likely feeling ready for some scary stories, so how about some terrifying numbers that reflect the current state of our planet?
Did you know your investments can benefit the planet as well as your income? Here's how you can put your capital to work for the good of the environment.
Four of the most affordable places to travel in your retirement
Lifestyle
17 July 2019
Careful budgeting is sensible in your post work years. However, this doesn't rule out travel. Here are some affordable destinations to give you inspiration.
Retiring before your spouse is rarely people's first choice, but there are many benefits available from such an arrangement. Check out the pros and cons.
Tips for planning a realistic personal budget in 2019
Lifestyle
8 February 2019
The start of a new year is a great time to make some changes in your life. If creating an effective budget is on your agenda, you'll want to read these tips.
Salary sacrificing into your super fund is a great way to build your savings for retirement. So what are the pros and cons and how can you get started?
Securing your new job is an exciting time and one that should be celebrated, but don't forget about your super! Read on to learn how you should prepare.
Why you should start saving for your retirement in your 20s
Superannuation
21 September 2018
With all the challenges you face in your 20s, saving for retirement can feel like a chore you could do without. Here are the reasons why you should start now.
Savvy strategies for women to maximise superannuation
Superannuation
16 August 2018
The average super balance for Aussie women when they retire is around $115,000 less than the average for men. It's important that women focus on growing their super so they can lead a comfortable retirement. Here are a few savvy strategies.
Buying a house as a millennial can be challenging. Fortunately, the Australian Government has created a new way to save for your deposit: The First Home Super Saver (FHSS) scheme.
9 ways to be more sustainable in your everyday life
Lifestyle, Sustainability
28 May 2018
How would you like to make a difference to our planet and start living more sustainably? From buying locally to saying goodbye to plastic bottles for good, here are our best sustainable living tips.
Valentine’s Day: A occasion filled with romance, where you can show your significant other a little extra appreciation and affection. And what’s more romantic than planning your future together? That’s right — we think you and your partner should pla...
Retirement can feel like a very final decision and one which many people are not ready to take immediately. Fortunately, a transition to retirement (TTR) strategy gives you the opportunity to ease into your non-working years without your income takin...
Taking small steps toward a more sustainable lifestyle can make a difference — especially if these efforts lead you to change your everyday actions and ways of thinking.
Last year, we faced some of the most difficult challenges in recent memory. There’s hardly a person alive who’s lived through anything like the global public health issues we experienced in 2020. Of course, there have been a variety of economic conse...
Before we consign 2020 to being nothing more than a memory whilst opening the door to 2021, it’s time to turn our attention to a time-honoured tradition: The New Year’s resolution. Whether you’re committed to being more sustainable in the future or y...
Christmas is one of the busiest and best times of year - but what with all that food, the decorations and not to mention the presents to buy, it can get very expensive very quickly.
Here's how you can start budgeting for your holiday without throwin...
Halloween is just around the corner, and not long after that, so is retirement — at least for a number of people in Australia. According to the most recent figures available from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, an estimated 500,000 people across...