Finance News - September 25th NAB makes a surprise savings rate hike 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.
Finance News - September 25th NAB rules out rate cuts for rest of year, tips May 2026 cut NAB revised its cash rate forecast to next May on the back of yesterday’s higher-than-expected monthly CPI data.
Finance News - September 24th Centrelink payment increases: what you need to know 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.
Finance News - September 24th What to expect from the RBA meeting in September 2025 The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will hold its next meeting on 30 September 2025, here's what to expect.
Finance News - September 24th CPI data puts a pin in any hope of a September rate cut 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.
Finance News - September 18th Great Southern Bank introduces new 40-year home loan Great Southern Bank's new 40-year home loan provides first-home buyers with an alternative path to enter the property market.
Finance News - September 17th CBA breaks the 5% barrier with a 2-year fixed rate special CBA has today broken the 5% barrier, introducing a 2-year fixed rate special of 4.99%
Finance News - September 12th Mortgages in arrears ease as rate cuts provide some relief It’s encouraging to see arrears heading in the right direction, but many borrowers aren’t out of the woods yet.
Finance News - September 11th Australians paying more for home and contents insurance as premiums jump 14% New research from Canstar shows Australian homeowners are paying 14% more in home insurance premiums. Here’s how you can save on your policy.
Finance News - September 10th How much super should I have at my age? 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.
Finance News - September 10th Unpaid super short-changing women by thousands in retirement Missing super payments might not sound like much now, but over a career they can drain tens of thousands from your balance.
Finance News - September 10th Australians wipe $274 million in credit card debt in July Australians have wiped an impressive $274 million off the nation’s total credit card bill over one month, the biggest fall in three years.
Finance News - September 4th Median house prices could soar by up to $154k by end of 2026 as buyers pile into spring home buying season Median house prices are predicted to increase by up to $154k by the end of 2026. Here’s the breakdown for each of Australia’s capital cities.
Finance News - September 3rd CBA reincarnates sign-up sweeteners – with a twist CBA has rolled out a new home loan perk, offering Qantas Frequent Flyer points for new customers taking out its lowest variable rate home loan.
Finance News - September 3rd Household savings hit a new record high as Australians squirrel away $35 billion in July Australians saved an extra $35 billion in the month of July, the highest monthly increase in household deposits on record in dollar terms.
Finance News - August 29th Westpac takes the chainsaw to fixed rates; first big bank rate under 5% Westpac has today cut fixed rates by up to 0.70 percentage points, becoming the first big bank to offer a fixed rate under 5%.
Finance News - August 28th RBA gives borrowers’ home buying budgets a boost of up to $71,000 The maximum amount the average Australian can borrow from the bank for a mortgage has jumped by an estimated $36,000 this year.
Finance News - August 28th New lowest variable rate, but September RBA cut off the cards as CPI lifts Competition in the variable mortgage space continues to push rates lower, despite a rise in inflation.
Finance News - August 22nd Rate relief from today, yet millions will now make higher repayments instead Australians with a CBA or ANZ variable home loan will see interest rate drop today, yet millions of Aussies will continue to pay higher rates.
Finance News - August 22nd CBA, Westpac, ANZ cut savings rates today – how has your savings account fared? Millions of Australians have woken up to lower savings rates today, see how your bank stacks up.