The Salvation Army in Australia faces its toughest Christmas ever. Recent research reveals shocking statistics about Australians’ financial struggles. This year, the charity aims to help more people than ever before. A whopping 6.3 million Aussies will struggle with housing costs this Christmas. That’s nearly 30% of the population. Even more concerning, one in five … Read more
Over 20% of Australian pensioners struggle to afford essential goods and services. Centrelink offers free loans to help low-income earners access necessary items. The government partners with Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand to support seniors’ financial wellbeing. Pensioners can borrow up to $2000 for essential goods and services. These include household appliances, car expenses, beds, … Read more
Aussie Facebook users, get ready! A massive $50 million settlement is coming your way. It’s part of a class action lawsuit against Facebook for data privacy breaches from 2010 to 2020. This will be the biggest payout in Australia’s digital history, giving millions a much-needed financial boost. This settlement is the result of years of … Read more
The Australian numismatic world is buzzing with excitement. The Perth Mint has revealed a unique coin worth $269,000. It’s a one-of-a-kind piece from the Mint’s Jewelled Series, made from 10 ounces of 99.99% pure gold. It’s adorned with 113 rare Argyle Pink Diamonds, 57 natural white diamonds, and two emeralds. This coin is a true … Read more
Services Australia has announced a big change for Centrelink payments. From December 19, they won’t accept foreign currency cheques or international money orders. This affects thousands of Aussies living overseas who use these methods for Centrelink transactions. The change matches Australia’s move towards digital payments. It’s part of the plan to go cheque-free by 2030. … Read more
Australian shoppers could receive up to $1,300 in payouts from a class action lawsuit. Gerard Malouf & Partners filed the suit against Woolworths and Coles. This follows an ACCC investigation into alleged deceptive pricing practices. The ACCC found Woolworths misled consumers about prices for 266 products over 20 months. Coles did the same for 245 … Read more
This festive season, Australians on Centrelink can get their payments early. The Australian Government has set up an early payment plan. This is to help with the financial stress of Christmas. The plan is to support low-income families and individuals. It ensures they have money before the holiday season starts. This way, Aussies can plan … Read more
Regional kids are 20% less likely to pursue uni or TAFE than city kids. Only 20% of 25-34-year-olds in regional areas hold degrees, compared to 48% in cities. The government offers the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) to help regional students with relocation costs. TAP provides $5,000 to support students moving from regional areas for higher … Read more
All DVA Gold Card holders get full dental coverage, even during holidays. This shows how well the Department of Veterans’ Affairs supports Australian veterans and families. DVA benefits go beyond dental care to offer wide-ranging support. DVA’s commitment to veterans shines during festive times. Essential services stay open when needed most. The department adapts to … Read more
The Australian government gives over $16 billion yearly to help families with newborns. There are many support options for new parents. These include Centrelink newborn payment and Parental Leave Pay. Knowing about these payments can really help your family. Each has its own rules for who can get it. It’s worth looking into what you … Read more