Property
Love at first sight in the bush? Data counts the ways
18 September
Ellie Moorhouse always thought sheâd be happy living anywhere as long as she had her cats and a collection of books. It wasnât until she walked into a Victorian-era homestead in the NSW Snowy Mountains region that she really understood what it...[Read More]
Household gardening tips for spring
19 September
With winter now behind us, itâs time to revitalise your garden and get ready for the forthcoming warm, sunny days. There are many things you can do right now to get your garden ready for spring and promote new growth, blooms, and a thriving...[Read More]
Growing your own vegetables: a simple path to saving money and eating healthy
12 September
In recent years, the growing trend of cultivating your own vegetables has become increasingly popular. Whether itâs a backyard plot, a community garden, or even a small balcony container setup, growing your own food not only helps reduce grocery...[Read More]
Power to the âenergy underclassâ as Australia retools
11 September
Every household should be able to upgrade their home and reap the power bill savings for years to come, regardless of their economic status, a forum has been told. âThis is about Australians taking back control of our power and our power bills,...[Read More]
Streets behind: every state lagging on housing targets
11 September
Every Australian state is lagging behind nationally-agreed housing targets as the federal government is accused of dragging its heels on addressing the national crisis. The nation is likely to fall well short of an objective of constructing 1.2...[Read More]
Economy ânowhere near recessionaryâ despite predictions
4 September
Australians have been urged to remain positive about the economy despite the governmentâs forecast sluggish growth. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the Reserve Bank of Australia was âsmashing the economyâ through its cash rate rises, pre-empting...[Read More]
Analysts received the final pieces of the economic growth puzzle
4 September
The Australian economy is on track for another feeble quarter of growth propped up by firmer government spending. June quarter national accounts due on Wednesday are expected to show an economy growing but only just, prompting the federal treasurer...[Read More]
Letâs put interest rate rises in perspective
29 August
Interest rates in Australia have a significant impact on the economy, with effects felt by a range of individuals, including retirees and first-home buyers. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) sets these rates, with changes influenced by a range of...[Read More]
Making the Most of Your Solar Panels
29 August
Solar energy offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution to powering your home, 12-volt setup, or caravan. The benefits of harnessing the sunâs energy are substantial, ranging from reduced electricity bills to minimising your carbon...[Read More]
Power struggle: why solar batteries are tipped to soar
28 August
Sydney consultant Greg Spencer had been weighing up whether to install a next-generation solar battery when his energy provider warned him about a 12-hour power outage. The warning felt like a sign and motivated his four-person household to become...[Read More]
Fierce renter advocate eyes Parliament House tenancy
28 August
A champion of renters and nemesis to landlords is taking his crusade to the ballot box as he joins the federal election fight. Jordan van den Lamb, known online as purplepingers, has gained more than 4.6 million views on TikTok for his fierce...[Read More]
Renterâs insurance â reasons why itâs good for both the tenants and the landlords
22 August
If you live in a residential building or apartment complex, itâs natural for certain fears to cross your mind. For example, if a fire accident or flooding occurs through no fault of your own, who pays for the replacement of your possessions that...[Read More]
Call for âbig shiftâ in energy use to water down demand
21 August
Homes and businesses are in hot water over cost-of-living pressures, but rapid electrification could save them billions of dollars, economic modelling shows. Although rooftop solar on Australian homes produces more electricity than any one of the...[Read More]
Social homes only solution to housing crisis: report
21 August
The Australian government must invest in social housing if it wants to solve the housing crisis, an advocacy group says. More than 1500 Australians have given testimony as part of a report from Everybodyâs Home into the impacts of the crisis,...[Read More]
Things you need to get a home loan
15 August
When you get to work on the requirements, a mortgage or home loan application may seem to need an infinite amount of paperwork. However, your home loan provider is also required to conduct due diligence before they can approve a mortgage...[Read More]