Our Voice

The World Health Organisation defines wellness as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

Our finances are also integral to wellness. Money is a representation of life energy, whether derived from your own efforts or those of a deceased relative who was fortunate enough to pass along a legacy. When you are worried about money, it affects your overall well-being.

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Topics: Finance, Financial Literacy, Financial Independence, tips, wellness

Having an awareness and understanding of what impacts our financial position now and potentially in the future, allows us to plan, understand the risks and think through contingency planning (sounds like work? It is!).

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Topics: Finance, Financial Literacy, career, superannuation

Many of us leave school having learned how Pythagoras measured the area of a triangle but with no financial smarts, and don’t know anything about compound interest, superannuation or how to invest.

Let’s change that shall we?

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Topics: Finance, business, tips

Financial stress can happen to anyone – even those who manage their money well.

If you can reduce your money worries, you’ll be able to relax and focus knowing you have a plan that can help you handle your financial situation.

Here are 6 tips for coping with financial stress:

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Topics: Finance, Women, tips

On average, women retire with half as much super as men and full-time female employees take home nearly $27,000 less than their male colleagues.

Yes, women face structural economic obstacles. But there is an opportunity to close the gap by kick-starting the conversation earlier, by engaging young females on all financial topics and by improving access to information that’s relevant and helpful.

Improving the future financial security of all women lies in how we talk to women and what we talk about. Moving the dial requires disciplined action in three areas.

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Topics: Finance, Financial Independence, equality

So you've got a brilliant idea for a business. Now what?

Getting a business off the ground isn't just about finding start-up money. Behind the scenes you've got to be able to live and ensure your personal finances don't go backwards.

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Topics: Insurance, Finance, business, tips

We list the steps you could take to help safeguard your financial future.

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Topics: Finance, Financial Independence, tips, superannuation

Before transitioning from one career to another it is worthwhile reviewing your financial situation and putting some plans in place. 

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Topics: Finance, tips, careers

In 2010, I had made a courageous career change. I decided that I wouldn’t take on a new role unless it really grabbed my imagination. When you take such an open approach to life and career, opportunities come from unexpected places.

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Topics: Insurance, Finance, Women, Helen Wiseman

I have always been passionate, and oftentimes angry, at the injustices and imbalances I see in our society. And no more so when this injustice involves women and their equal place in all aspects of our world.

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Topics: Insurance, Finance, Women, Imalia, Carole-Anne Priest, Financial Literacy