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Healthcare and social workers have best job prospects over next 5 years

A new report has found health care and social assistance is likely to be your best bet at a job over the five years to November 2025.

By Alex Brewster ● March 23, 2021

Employment recovers to pre-COVID level as unemployment drops to 5.8% in February

Australia's unemployment rate fell to 5.8% in February from 6.3% in January, seasonally adjusted.

By Alex Brewster ● March 18, 2021

Home buying intentions up amid soaring house prices

Australians continued to look to the booming property market, with home buying intentions up once again in February 2021.

By William Jolly ● March 16, 2021

Reserve Bank hints at its own digital currency

In a conference speech today, Reserve Bank Governor Dr Philip Lowe said the central bank is considering its own digital currency.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 15, 2021

Consumers 20% more confident than last year, but are concerned about house prices

Consumer confidence increased 2.6% from February to March, and is more than 20% higher than March 2020 at the onset of coronavirus.

By William Jolly ● March 10, 2021

Which states are offering travel and dining vouchers?

With the COVID-19 pandemic generally well-handled across all Australian states and territories, some are now offering people vouchers to help put money back into the economy.

By Harrison Astbury ● March 08, 2021

Australia rockets out of recession as GDP smashes expectations

Australian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rose 3.1 in the December quarter, seasonally adjusted.

By Alex Brewster ● March 03, 2021

Which banks don’t allow spending on gambling?

Here’s a list of Australian financial institutions that you could consider using to help curb your gambling spend.

By William Jolly ● March 02, 2021

Aussies' financial comfort hits all-time high, but savings cliff looms

Australians are feeling more financially comfortable than ever before, despite the economic crisis brought on by COVID-19.

By Emma Duffy ● March 01, 2021

Parents need 'at least' $8,000 to afford a child's first year

According to a recent survey from CUA, many parents recommend setting aside at least $8,000 for their child's first year.

By Harrison Astbury ● February 25, 2021

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Rates from 1.69% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
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of up to 1.50%

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of up to 1.60%

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