About 1 in 5 Australians, equivalent to 4.2 million people, believe that lying to a partner about finances is worse than having an affair. New research by comparison website Finder uncovered a significant generational divide, with Baby Boomers leading the charge in their apprehension towards financial fibs within relationships, standing […]
Economy
As the Easter bunny prepares to hop into town, Australians are gearing up for a celebration filled with chocolate eggs, feasts, and quality time with loved ones. Despite facing a cost-of-living crisis, nearly two in three Aussies are planning to embrace the spirit of the season, with expectations to collectively […]
Millions of Australians have less than a grand to their name and about 3 in 4 say they are stressed with their current financial situation. A recent study conducted by the comparison website Finder has unveiled concerning statistics about the financial situation of Aussies, shedding light on a stark contrast […]
The federal and Northern Territory governments have just made a “historic” funding announcement of about A$1 billion for schools in the territory. This includes an extra $737.7 million from the federal government and an extra $350 million from the NT government between 2025 and 2029. This would make the NT only the […]
Australia’s largest export, iron ore, has long been a powerhouse of economic growth. Over the past two decades, its contribution to our national income has surged from just A$8 billion in 2005 to over A$124 billion today. But the Australian iron ore industry faces a major challenge as its biggest customers – China’s steel mills […]
A growing number of young Australians are turning to social media creators for financial guidance. About 30% of Australians, equivalent to 6 million people, now seek advice on spending, saving, and investing from online personalities, according to new research by comparison site Finder. Notably, it’s the younger demographics that are most […]
Financial stress is a pressing concern for nearly 12 million Australians, according to a recent survey conducted by the comparison website Finder.com.au. The study underscores the profound impact of money pressures on individuals’ overall well-being and quality of life, with younger demographics particularly affected. The survey revealed alarming statistics, with […]
A staggering two-thirds of Australian women (69%) find themselves grappling with financial stress, in stark contrast to 49% of men, highlighting ongoing economic inequality. An International Women’s Day Report by comparison website Finder delves deep into the chasm separating men and women in terms of financial stability. It found over […]
Australia’s housing crisis is putting the Australian dream to own one’s home out of reach for many. But it’s not just home ownership that has been affected. Rental affordability has also become a serious issue. This has reignited the debate about negative gearing; whether or not it is fair and whether it holds the […]
