The New South Wales (NSW) government has $638 million in unclaimed money. This money is for Aussies who lost track of things like uncashed cheques and refunds. Now, the government has made it easier for people to claim their money back. Major highlights NSW Government’s Massive Pool of Unclaimed Cash The New South Wales government … Read more
Australia’s workers are getting a big cash boost. This is thanks to their superannuation funds doing better than expected in 2023. Even with economic ups and downs, the system set up by a past Labor government is paying off. It’s giving extra money to over 4.6 million Aussies who can’t save enough for retirement. The … Read more
Did you know 3.24 million Australians live below the poverty line? This shocking fact shows how vital groups like the St Vincent de Paul Society (or “St Vinnies”) are. They offer emergency help and support to those struggling across the country. St Vinnies is a lay Catholic charity aiming to make Australia more just and … Read more
As the new year starts, over 1 million Australians will get a financial help from the government. The Centrelink Cash Boost for December 2024 is a $600 payment that’s tax-free. It’s for those who are struggling with the cost of living. The payment will be added to regular Centrelink payments for those who qualify. You … Read more
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned taxpayers about a scam promising a $703 tax refund. This scam uses fake messages to target Aussies, risking their personal and financial details. The ATO stresses the need to spot these scams and know how to lodge taxes properly to avoid fraud. Major highlights Latest ATO Tax Refund … Read more
Over $28 million in refunds are being given back to Australian customers by major banks. This has left many Aussies feeling both confused and happy. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) found that big banks like Commonwealth Bank (CBA), Westpac, ANZ, and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank were charging too much in fees. These refunds … Read more
A federal judge has made a big decision. They have stopped a Louisiana law that would have put the Ten Commandments in all public schools. U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles said the law breaks the First Amendment’s rules. The law was signed by Louisiana’s Republican Governor Jeff Landry in June. It was meant to … Read more
The National Australia Bank (NAB) is changing how we log into online banking. They plan to ditch passwords for biometric authentication by 2030. This is a big step as NAB deals with 50 million cyberattacks every month. NAB is leading the way in digital banking security. Their digital arm, ubank, has already started using passkey … Read more
Aussies have lost over $134 million to scams this year, Scamwatch data shows. Services Australia is warning everyone about a scam targeting Centrelink recipients. It promises a $500 “bonus” payment that’s not real. Scammers use the need for financial help to steal personal info. They offer fake cost-of-living relief to trick people. The government says … Read more
About 80% of Australians over 65 get some money from the Age Pension. This is a big help for most retirees. Around 39% get the full pension, and 24% get a part pension. This guide shows the latest changes to Australian Age Pension rates, starting 20 September 2024. Singles will get $1,144.40 every two weeks, … Read more