Four strategies to safeguard your financial future

1 October

Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster...[Read More]

Turning retirement dreams into a plan; The life we’ve been working towards – Part 1

24 September

For years, retirement can feel like something waiting somewhere in the distance. There are careers to build, mortgages to pay, children to raise and countless everyday commitments competing for attention. Then, almost unexpectedly, the conversation...[Read More]

Before retirement begins: Take the trip you’ll talk about for years — four weeks in the Azores

24 September

There comes a point when travel starts to mean something different.For a couple approaching retirement, the idea of rushing through ten cities in fourteen days can lose some of its appeal. Instead, you may find yourself wanting more time, more...[Read More]

You are what you eat — and who you share it with

24 September

We have all heard the saying, you are what you eat.It is usually used as a reminder to choose fresh food, eat more vegetables, drink more water and make healthier decisions.And while nutrition is undeniably important, perhaps there is another side...[Read More]

8 traits good parents have in common

24 September

People know the importance of good parenting, but what makes model parents? What do they do for their children that shows they are good parents?Here, we unlock the mystery of good parenting with a list of 8 things good parents do for their...[Read More]

7 things retirees wish they had considered in their 40s and 50s

17 September

Retirement often feels a long way off when you are in your 40s and even your early 50s. Life is busy, mortgages are still being paid, children may still be at home, careers are demanding, and there always seems to be another financial priority...[Read More]

Could a shorter working week be better for your health?

17 September

For many of us, work has a habit of expanding to fill almost every available space in our lives. Emails creep into evenings, weekends become recovery time, and personal appointments are squeezed around meetings and deadlines.   Most of the time, we...[Read More]

Aged care is about more than care — It’s about how you want to live

17 September

For many people, the words “aged care” immediately bring to mind thoughts of nursing homes, medical appointments and losing independence.   But aged care can be about something much broader.   It can be about staying connected, feeling safe,...[Read More]

Open for inspection: 7 ways to make your property stand out

17 September

When it comes to selling your home, the open for inspection is one of the most important opportunities to create a strong first impression.   Potential buyers may have already seen professional photos, studied the floorplan and researched the...[Read More]

6 Tips to ensure you have healthy relationships

10 September

Whether it’s with family members, friends, co-workers or a romantic partner, maintaining healthy relationships is crucial to one’s happiness and personal growth. Moreover, social connections affect one’s health and ability to manage...[Read More]

5 simple lessons to motivate kids to save

10 September

Building strong money habits early can set children up for a lifetime of smart financial decisions.    It all starts with simple lessons in saving, spending, and valuing what matters most.   Top 5 tips to motivate kids to save Help Them Set a...[Read More]

The importance of making an effort to share meals together

3 September

In today’s fast-paced world, the act of sharing a meal with others is becoming increasingly rare. We find ourselves consuming nearly half of our weekly meals alone, opting for quick and convenient on-the-go options rather than taking the time to...[Read More]

Wellbeing: Investing in the life you want to live

27 August

Wellbeing is one of those things we often take for granted until something feels out of balance. We can become so focused on work, finances, family responsibilities and the never-ending list of things that need to be done that looking after...[Read More]

Will your digital memories survive? 10 tips for protecting your photos and home videos

27 August

We take more photos and videos today than any generation before us.Birthdays, holidays, weddings, grandchildren, pets, family gatherings and everyday moments are captured almost constantly. Yet there is an interesting contradiction: while we...[Read More]

When Mum or Dad starts needing more help

20 August

There is rarely a single moment when you realise your parents are getting older.It often happens gradually.Mum asks you to come along to a medical appointment. Dad needs help understanding a letter. You start doing a little more shopping, checking...[Read More]