Got an old Australian 20 cent coin? It could be worth a lot! Recently, a 1966 Australian 20 cent coin sold for $870,000 at auction. This price is as high as some famous coins like the 1804 dollar and 1894-S dime. This shows that even simple coins can be very valuable to collectors. The 20-cent … Read more
Commonwealth Bank (CBA) is giving Aussie households a big break. They’re giving $1,300 off the price of a Tesla Powerwall 3 solar battery. This deal could help lower the cost of living and encourage people to use renewable energy. A CBA study found that many Aussies want solar batteries. But the high cost stops them. … Read more
Over 930,000 Aussies will get a $260 cost of living boost from the government. This is because of unclaimed Medicare benefits worth $241 million. The average person will get $260, helping those struggling with high living costs. It includes low-income earners, pensioners, and people with concession cards. The government wants to ease financial stress and … Read more
Discover the truth about the Centrelink $890 bonus payment. Learn who’s eligible, when payments are made, and how to claim this support payment from Services Australia
The Australian Greens have a big plan. They want to clear $81 billion in student debts. They also aim to make university and TAFE free for everyone in Australia. This comes after the Labor Party suggested cutting HECS debts by 20% last week. The Greens’ plan is to help young Aussies with high living costs. … Read more
The Albanese Labor Government has made a big change. From 1 January 2025, redress payments won’t count against you when you need aged care. This means survivors of child abuse won’t lose out financially when they get older. This change helps those who were abused in institutions. It makes sure they can get the care … Read more
Finding ways to save on groceries is a big deal for many Aussies. There’s a secret trick that could save you $500 at Woolworths. It might sound amazing, but I’ve tried it myself. I found a browser plug-in by data scientist Adam Williamson. It uncovers Woolworths’ sale patterns. I’ve saved a lot on things like … Read more
A big step forward in tackling gender-based violence has been made in the Glenelg Shire of Australia. The Baby Makes 3 program, aimed at promoting gender equality, has been funded by United Way Glenelg. This program challenges old ways of thinking about parenting. The announcement comes as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence … Read more
Australia faced over 601,000 scams last year, costing billions. This alarming trend puts pensioners’ retirement income at risk. The government has invested $67.5 million to protect seniors from fraud. A claim about a $1900 Centrelink bonus for seniors in 2024 has surfaced. Many retirees are curious about this potential boost to their income. But is … Read more
Did you know Services Australia gives a $4000 Work Bonus to some Age Pension recipients? This bonus is meant to keep older Aussies working by letting them earn up to $4000 a year without losing their pension. Major Highlights The Work Bonus Program in Australia The Work Bonus program in Australia is a big help … Read more