Financial News & Updates

Why the cost of living is changing your retirement plan

Rising costs in housing, food, health, and insurance are quietly reshaping what retirement looks like for many Australians, and if you haven’t reviewed your retirement plan recently, now is a good time to check whether your numbers still add up.

Australian senior citizen couple living independently at own home

Balancing everyday costs with your long term financial goals

Rising living costs can make it harder to focus on the future, but balancing short-term needs with long-term financial goals is key to staying on track.

Road in the highway

Australian economic update June 2026

Despite an ongoing war in the Middle East, US markets pushed to fresh record highs in May, while at home the RBA raised rates for a third straight month even as unemployment climbed and inflation eased.

Melbourne skyline at night from Southbank