Seven plastic items we can’t live without and their alternatives
06 July 2020
The scope of the plastic problem is huge.
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How to manage your finances in the new financial year
Lifestyle, Sustainability
1 July 2020
It’s time to take a look at the financial decisions you made over the past year so you can start the next one with confidence and enthusiasm.
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.
Five things businesses need to do before the end of the financial year
Lifestyle, Superannuation
11 June 2020
We’ve identified five essential steps to take before EOFY while keeping in mind that some things are a little bit different this year. Take a look!
Eleven ways to have a sustainable road trip
Lifestyle, Sustainability
5 June 2020
Is the open road calling your name? Find out how to vacation in style while staying sustainable on the road.
Four things you can recycle and four things you can’t
Lifestyle, Sustainability
4 June 2020
Smart recycling habits are some of the best ways you can practise sustainability. Find out what you can recycle, and learn which items just don’t go.
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.
Cyber safety: Protecting your privacy and your finances
Lifestyle
23 April 2020
When we think about scams, we may immediately think of the effect as being the loss of money, but there’s also an emotional impact.
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.
Stay sustainable during the coronavirus pandemic
Lifestyle, Sustainability
17 April 2020
While most of us are staying at home, there are still many things we can do to make sure we prioritise sustainability alongside fighting the virus.
10 tips for staying active, and sustainable, during social distancing
Lifestyle, Sustainability
14 April 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in everyday life for people all over the world, including here in Australia.
Five tips for a sustainable Easter
Lifestyle, Sustainability
7 April 2020
Find out how to celebrate Easter in way that’s environmentally friendly.
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?
How to make your home more environmentally friendly
Lifestyle
20 February 2020
Homes may be sanctuaries for those who live in them, but most households aren’t sanctuaries for the environment.
5 reasons your super should be your valentine
Lifestyle
14 February 2020
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.
Australia's hidden gems: Where to travel this summer
Lifestyle
20 January 2020
If you're looking for summer holiday ideas that don't increase your carbon footprint or cost a fortune, try one of Australia's own hidden gems.
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.
Budgeting for Christmas: will it dismantle your savings plan?
Lifestyle
25 November 2019
Budgeting around Christmas time can sound like the epitome of Scrooge, but it can help you have fun without busting the bank.
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?
Why do we celebrate Labour Day? The birth of superannuation
Superannuation
2 October 2019
Labour Day is an important date in the calendar, but do you know what it celebrates? Here's a quick history of the occasion, and the birth of super.
How to use your retirement to fight climate change
Lifestyle, Sustainability
19 September 2019
Climate change is a very real threat to our planet - so how can you use your retirement to help fight against it? Here are some ways to get involved.
Can investing be good for the planet?
Sustainability
16 August 2019
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.
Should you retire before your spouse?
Lifestyle
16 May 2019
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.
6 New Year's resolutions to do your bit for the planet
Lifestyle, Sustainability
17 January 2019
This new year why not consider some ways that you can contribute to stopping climate change? Here are some easy resolutions for 2019.
A young person's guide to managing money
Lifestyle, Superannuation
3 December 2018
Knowing where to start with managing your finances can be difficult for first-time earners. Here are a few tips to help get your accounts in order.
How does your super compare?
Superannuation
19 November 2018
Most of us start contributing to our super when we begin working, but do you know how your balance compares to other people your age?
Slow and steady wins
Superannuation
5 November 2018
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?
A guide to living with less plastic
Lifestyle, Sustainability
29 October 2018
Plastic is one of the greatest threats to the planet. These tips will help you identify some easy ways to reduce your plastic footprint.
Changing jobs? Don't leave your super behind
Superannuation
9 October 2018
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.
Thinking about retirement but not ready to stop working yet?
Lifestyle, Superannuation
27 September 2018
The Transition to Retirement scheme gives you the opportunity to ease into your non-working years without taking a big cut to your income.
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.
Can you use super to buy your first home?
Lifestyle, Superannuation
2 August 2018
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.
Could you be investing in tobacco without realising?
Lifestyle, Sustainability
4 June 2018
Tobacco is the cause of over 7 million deaths every single year. Your super fund could be investing in companies that support the tobacco industry.
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.
7 ways to maximise your super (in a socially responsible way)
Superannuation, Sustainability
21 May 2018
Australians need around $545,000 to retire comfortably. Here are some tips on how to maximise your super—and be ethical about it!
How to manage your finances in the new financial year
03 July 2020
The new financial year is here, and it represents a new opportunity for you to get your finances in order.
Sustainable urban living: What you can do in the city
25 June 2020
We’re big believers in sustainability. We believe that everybody can do their part to live lifestyles that leave a limited ecological impact while preserving natural resources.
It’s tax season: what you need to do before the end of the financial year
17 June 2020
It’s hard to believe it, but we’re already approaching the end of the financial year (EOFY). It’s time to turn your attention to your taxes and to maybe take advantage of some EOFY sales.
Five things businesses need to do before the end of the financial year
11 June 2020
Is it just us, or does it seem like time has really sped up lately? Keeping things positive during the challenges we have faced together over the past few months has made it seem like the weeks just evaporated in front of our eyes.
Eleven ways to have a sustainable road trip
05 June 2020
With international travel currently not an option, why not heed the call of the open road?
Four things you can recycle and four things you can’t
04 June 2020
As you may have heard, recycling programs in Australia are facing some steep obstacles these days. China and other countries have tightened restrictions for importing recycled waste, so Aussies have had to figure out how to expand our efforts domesti...
Sustainable solutions to save money while staying warm this winter
25 May 2020
If you’ve been working from home recently, you probably know how important being comfortable indoors can be for your productivity, and maybe you’re worried about a chill you’ve noticed in the air recently.
Cyber safety: Protecting your privacy and your finances
23 April 2020
According to the ACCC’s Scamwatch website, Australians lost close to $1.5 billion to scammers in 2019 alone. We gave nearly $62 million to investment scams, followed by dating and romance scams, which represented a loss of over $28 million.
How to set a positive mood in your team while working from home
21 April 2020
As we continue to face challenges from the spread of COVID-19, guidelines have been put in place and people throughout the country are being asked to stay at home under most circumstances.
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