News & Updates
How the Federal Budget Could Reshape Property Investing for Existing and Future Investors
For years, Australian property investing has been built on a familiar formula: negative gearing on the way in and a capital gains tax discount on the way out. The 2026–27 Federal Budget proposal puts both pillars under pressure…
Longevity: Lifestyle strategies for living a healthy, long life
If longevity runs in your family, you have a better chance of living longer. But genetics is only part of the equation: the lifestyle choices you make play a big role in living longer, staying healthy, and being able to continue doing the things you love…
Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision
At its meeting today, the Board decided to increase the cash rate target by 25 basis points to 4.10 per cent.
While inflation has fallen substantially since its peak in 2022, it picked up materially in the second half of 2025.
Economic and Market Commentary
It has been a tumultuous start to March 2026 that none of us would have expected. On the surface, the world appears to be in turmoil ---war in Ukraine, War in Gaza, War in Pakistan and Afghanistan, and now war between the US/Israel and Iran! Market reaction on one side, the human tragedy this has ...
Understanding the Recent Changes to Aged Care in Australia
Australia’s aged care system has undergone significant reform in recent years following the findings of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
Impact of Rising Interest Rates – And How to Prepare
After hopes late in 2025 that inflation was easing, 2026 has opened with signs that price pressures remain. The RBA lifted the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85% in February, and major banks now expect another rise in May, with the possibility of further increases later in the year. Some ...
The Art Of True Happiness: 5 Simple Ways To Live A Happy, Peaceful Life
Happiness isn't found in big wins. Yaacov Kravitz Is it possible to be happy and sad at the same time? Absolutely, once you understand that happiness isn't just a fleeting emotion, but something much deeper. Most of us chase momentary highs, thinking happiness means always feeling good. But ...