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The number of bank branches nationwide fell by 155 over the past financial year, as banking increasingly goes digital.

The Albanese government has scrapped several key elements of its controversial super tax plan, in a move to provide more certainty for Aussie savers.

Credit card debt climbed by $177 million in August as tax return relief wore off and Australians found it harder to stay on top of their debt.

With annual superannuation statements arriving, we're urging Australians to open their statement and give their nest egg a financial health check.

ANZ has revised its cash rate forecast, pushing back the timing of the next cut in the cycle to February next year.

CBA has revised its cash rate forecast, pushing back the timing of the next and, what it expects to be, the final cut in the cycle to February next year.

New analysis from Canstar shows that a borrower could reduce their monthly repayment by $403 by refinancing to a competitive rate.

A September rate cut was always an outside chance, however, since the last Board meeting in August, no urgent need for another cut has arisen.

Are you a first home buyer looking to get into the market? Here’s what you need to know about the changes to the Australian Government’s Home Guarantee scheme.

Big four bank NAB made a surprise move to its two main savings rates last week, hiking these accounts by up to 0.05 percentage points.

NAB revised its cash rate forecast to next May on the back of yesterday’s higher-than-expected monthly CPI data.

From the Age Pension to JobSeeker and Parenting Payments, here’s a guide to what’s changed and how much you can expect to receive.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will hold its next meeting on 30 September 2025, here's what to expect.

Today’s CPI results don’t further the case for a September cash rate cut, but the RBA isn't hitting the panic button yet.

Great Southern Bank's new 40-year home loan provides first-home buyers with an alternative path to enter the property market.

CBA has today broken the 5% barrier, introducing a 2-year fixed rate special of 4.99%

It’s encouraging to see arrears heading in the right direction, but many borrowers aren’t out of the woods yet.

New research from Canstar shows Australian homeowners are paying 14% more in home insurance premiums. Here’s how you can save on your policy.

As you reach certain age milestones, you may be wondering—how much super should I have at my age? Checking your super balance may help you see if you’re on track.

Missing super payments might not sound like much now, but over a career they can drain tens of thousands from your balance.