You’re probably wrong about fuel-efficient driving
16 April
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson once proved that the 414-horsepower, V8-engined, bellowing petrolhead pin-up BMW M3 could be even more eco-friendly than the famously thrifty Toyota Prius.
To do this, in 2008 he ran an experiment in no way...[Read More]
All options on table in drive to shore up fuel supply
16 April
Australia has avoided disruption to its international fuel supplies but that won’t stop the government considering all options to shore up provisions, including extracting more oil and gas.
Fifty-seven ships laden with crude oil, jet fuel, diesel...[Read More]
Oliver’s Insights – Nine key longer term consequences of the US/Israeli war with Iran
16 April
Key pointsUncertainty remains high over the US/Iran War with a ceasefire declared but no agreement in talks so far. Tensions continue to remain high and oil flows remain restricted, with Trump announcing his own blockade on the Strait of...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 10/04/2026
16 April
Share markets rose sharply in the past week as the US and Iran announced a ceasefire with optimism this will ultimately lead to an end to the conflict, despite indications the ceasefire is off to a shaky start. For the week US shares rose 3.6%,...[Read More]
Fact or fiction? What you can expect with Payday Super
16 April
Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig busts some Payday Super myths.
With just 3 months to go until Payday Super begins, I’ve been hearing a lot of questions from employers, and a few common myths too.
Let’s clear up a few of the biggest...[Read More]
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
16 April
The Iran war is set to deliver a $36 billion windfall for Treasurer Jim Chalmers, but increased spending on cost-of-living measures could derail efforts to get the budget back in black.
Even with a fragile ceasefire holding in the Middle East, the...[Read More]
The super cash switch and what’s to consider.
16 April
Financial markets have see-sawed over the past month since the war in the Middle East began, impacting the balances of superannuation accounts.
If this is causing stress, here are four things you can do:
* Stay focused on the longer term – market...[Read More]
‘We won’t be spared’: inflation warning to Australia
16 April
The treasurer is jetting to the United States for talks as the International Monetary Fund warns Australia is is projected to have one of the highest inflation rates as the Middle East conflict threatens a global recession.
Jim Chalmers will head to...[Read More]
RBA’s stagflation nightmare: prices up, confidence down
16 April
The Reserve Bank board will have to earn its money to navigate Australia through a “nightmare” stagflation shock, a top central bank official says as confidence tanks and prices soar.
The RBA was still “feeling its way” through the energy...[Read More]
‘Don’t panic’: cash isn’t king when it comes to super
16 April
Ups and downs are a part of life and especially when it comes to your superannuation pool.
The past month has seen heightened volatility in financial markets, where much of Australians’ super is invested.
Some have seen their funds drop thousands...[Read More]
The power of superannuation, compounding, and staying the course
9 April
Superannuation is one of the most powerful long-term wealth-building tools available to Australians. Yet, despite its importance, it’s often misunderstood—particularly during periods of market volatility when balances fluctuate and confidence...[Read More]
April–May tax tips for Aussie small businesses: Get ahead before EOFY
9 April
As the financial year draws to a close, April and May are two of the most important months for small business owners across Australia. Rather than scrambling in June, this is the ideal window to get organised, optimise your position, and potentially...[Read More]
Starting a business? Here’s what to think about before you dive in
9 April
Launching a business is an exciting step, whether you’re turning a passion into profit or building something from the ground up. But before you register a name and start trading, there are important legal and strategic considerations that can make...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 02/04/2026
9 April
Financial markets were taken on a roller coaster ride this week as we started and ended the week with promises of TACOs (Trump Always Chickens Out), though it turned out that we were fed NACHOs instead (Not Actually Changing Hormuz Opening)! The...[Read More]
Investment markets and key developments – Weekly market update 02/04/2026
9 April
Financial markets were taken on a roller coaster ride this week as we started and ended the week with promises of TACOs (Trump Always Chickens Out), though it turned out that we were fed NACHOs instead (Not Actually Changing Hormuz Opening)! The...[Read More]
