Australia's economy is in a healthy enough state to see it make it through the global downturn in one piece.
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Australia's economy is in a healthy enough state to see it make it through the global downturn in one piece.
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As the global economy takes a battering, Australians could be forgiven for fearing the worst when it comes to their own nation's money matters.
Article Added 22/09/2008
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As the global economy takes a battering, Australians could be forgiven for fearing the worst when it comes to their own nation's money matters.
Article Added 22/09/2008
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Prime minister Kevin Rudd has warned the country that the global financial crisis still has a long way to go before it is over, it has emerged.
Article Added 17/09/2008
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Prime minister Kevin Rudd has warned the country that the global financial crisis still has a long way to go before it is over, it has emerged.
Article Added 17/09/2008
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has injected a net $1.3 billion into the country's financial markets, it has emerged.
Article Added 15/09/2008
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has injected a net $1.3 billion into the country's financial markets, it has emerged.
Article Added 15/09/2008
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Despite the credit crunch, the chief executive of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) will pocket a 30 per cent pay rise this year, according to reports.
Article Added 09/09/2008
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Despite the credit crunch, the chief executive of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) will pocket a 30 per cent pay rise this year, according to reports.
Article Added 09/09/2008
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The BSB number that appears on your bank statement is controlled by the bank but consumer groups are campaigning for change to make it easier to switch your savings account, it has been reported.
Article Added 22/08/2008
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The BSB number that appears on your bank statement is controlled by the bank but consumer groups are campaigning for change to make it easier to switch your savings account, it has been reported.
Article Added 22/08/2008
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High net worth individuals could have to tighten their belt buckles following the announcement that the Australian Tax Office (ATO) is looking to collect an additional $5.7 billion from them over the next four years.
Article Added 14/08/2008
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High net worth individuals could have to tighten their belt buckles following the announcement that the Australian Tax Office (ATO) is looking to collect an additional $5.7 billion from them over the next four years.
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In the last five years the country's banking industry has seen a seismic shift in its geographical powerbase from Melbourne to Sydney, it has been has reported.
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In the last five years the country's banking industry has seen a seismic shift in its geographical powerbase from Melbourne to Sydney, it has been has reported.
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Turmoil on the stock markets and falling property values saw the average wealth of Australians drop five per cent in the first half of 2008 - the biggest six-month drop since the 1982-83 recession, it has been reported.
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Turmoil on the stock markets and falling property values saw the average wealth of Australians drop five per cent in the first half of 2008 - the biggest six-month drop since the 1982-83 recession, it has been reported.
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It could be a share in a lottery jackpot, an unexpected bequest or maybe the proceeds from the auction of that immaculately preserved collection of childhood toys in the attic, but windfalls do happen - and what should you do if cash falls into your lap?
Article Added 31/07/2008
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It could be a share in a lottery jackpot, an unexpected bequest or maybe the proceeds from the auction of that immaculately preserved collection of childhood toys in the attic, but windfalls do happen - and what should you do if cash falls into your lap?
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Australia's banking sector is generally "strong" but many of the country's financial institutions are not impervious to economic events abroad, the head of domestic operations at National Australia Bank (NAB) has said.
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Australia's banking sector is generally "strong" but many of the country's financial institutions are not impervious to economic events abroad, the head of domestic operations at National Australia Bank (NAB) has said.
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With figures from the UN's World Food Programme showing international food prices up 54 per cent in a year, not to mention rising fuel costs and high interest rates, many Australians are looking to protect their bank accounts by cutting their grocery bills.
Article Added 25/07/2008
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With figures from the UN's World Food Programme showing international food prices up 54 per cent in a year, not to mention rising fuel costs and high interest rates, many Australians are looking to protect their bank accounts by cutting their grocery bills.
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The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports.
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The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports.
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The impending arrival of a new baby brings with it a seemingly unending list of things to do, so much so that financial matters are often shifted to the back-burner - but experts warn that this approach can be "very dangerous", as bankrolling junior's early years requires careful planning.
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The impending arrival of a new baby brings with it a seemingly unending list of things to do, so much so that financial matters are often shifted to the back-burner - but experts warn that this approach can be "very dangerous", as bankrolling junior's early years requires careful planning.
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Difficulties in securing a home loan and the increasing cost of living in many Australian cities are fuelling an explosion in Australian Kippers - Kids In Parents Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings - according to reports.
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Difficulties in securing a home loan and the increasing cost of living in many Australian cities are fuelling an explosion in Australian Kippers - Kids In Parents Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings - according to reports.
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As the dust settles on one of the largest changes to the Australian financial sector for decades, consumers across the country are pondering how the events at Westpac and St George will impact on them.
Article Added 02/06/2008
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As the dust settles on one of the largest changes to the Australian financial sector for decades, consumers across the country are pondering how the events at Westpac and St George will impact on them.
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One of the country's oldest financial services companies, BankSA has been part of the Australian banking sector since its very foundation in colonial times.
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One of the country's oldest financial services companies, BankSA has been part of the Australian banking sector since its very foundation in colonial times.
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As the dust settles on Wayne Swan's first Budget as treasurer, many consumers now know how it will effect them.
Article Added 15/05/2008
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As the dust settles on Wayne Swan's first Budget as treasurer, many consumers now know how it will effect them.
Article Added 15/05/2008
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The Budget is often a grandiose political affair, with politicians attempting to trade insults while the financial futures of millions is being decided.
Article Added 14/05/2008
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The Budget is often a grandiose political affair, with politicians attempting to trade insults while the financial futures of millions is being decided.
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Just about everyone has fears. Whether it be death, spiders, commitment or losing to England in the Ashes, fear has become synonymous with negative events.
Article Added 12/05/2008
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Just about everyone has fears. Whether it be death, spiders, commitment or losing to England in the Ashes, fear has become synonymous with negative events.
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Saving money for a first home can be a tough task. With rising house prices pushing up minimum deposits, rising food and fuel prices cutting the dollars in your bank account and high rates on home loans, it can be a bit daunting.
Article Added 09/05/2008
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Saving money for a first home can be a tough task. With rising house prices pushing up minimum deposits, rising food and fuel prices cutting the dollars in your bank account and high rates on home loans, it can be a bit daunting.
Article Added 09/05/2008
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Planning for retirement can be hard. Knowing how much money you will need a decade in advance can be tough to gage and puts many Australians off from retiring early.
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Planning for retirement can be hard. Knowing how much money you will need a decade in advance can be tough to gage and puts many Australians off from retiring early.
Article Added 08/05/2008
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Financially, times are tough at the moment. High interest rates, even higher mortgage rates, an uncertain financial market and the impact of the global credit crunch have all combined to produce a rocky road.
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Financially, times are tough at the moment. High interest rates, even higher mortgage rates, an uncertain financial market and the impact of the global credit crunch have all combined to produce a rocky road.
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Saving money is something that we all know we should do but it is something that is always pushed to the back of the mind, for another day.
Article Added 30/04/2008
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Saving money is something that we all know we should do but it is something that is always pushed to the back of the mind, for another day.
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As inflation and interest rates creep higher and higher, Australians saving for their retirement are finding it increasingly hard to be able to afford to put money aside for later life.
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As inflation and interest rates creep higher and higher, Australians saving for their retirement are finding it increasingly hard to be able to afford to put money aside for later life.
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There's nothing quite like a dip in the balances of superannuation funds to make Australian's sit and take notice of their financial situation.
Article Added 22/04/2008
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There's nothing quite like a dip in the balances of superannuation funds to make Australian's sit and take notice of their financial situation.
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Using savings accounts and superannuation funds are good ways in which to save up money to leave for the kids, one financial expert recently claimed.
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Using savings accounts and superannuation funds are good ways in which to save up money to leave for the kids, one financial expert recently claimed.
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Using savings accounts and superannuation funds are good ways in which to save up money to leave for the kids, one financial expert recently claimed.
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Using savings accounts and superannuation funds are good ways in which to save up money to leave for the kids, one financial expert recently claimed.
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The amount of money in savings accounts and superannuation funds stored away for happy retirement is now "probably too low" an amount, according to a new report.
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The amount of money in savings accounts and superannuation funds stored away for happy retirement is now "probably too low" an amount, according to a new report.
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The Treasury is at the heart of all financial decisions made in Australia. Whether you know it or not, it influences everyone's daily life right across the nation.
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The Treasury is at the heart of all financial decisions made in Australia. Whether you know it or not, it influences everyone's daily life right across the nation.
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Amid rising interest rates and an uncertain financial climate, one sector of the market has been performing above the norm for the past few years - superannuation funds.
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Amid rising interest rates and an uncertain financial climate, one sector of the market has been performing above the norm for the past few years - superannuation funds.
Article Added 27/03/2008
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While interest rates have been reaching near-record highs lately, one section of the financial market has been happy to see such moves by the Reserve Bank - the savings sector.
Article Added 26/03/2008
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While interest rates have been reaching near-record highs lately, one section of the financial market has been happy to see such moves by the Reserve Bank - the savings sector.
Article Added 26/03/2008
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Changes introduced to the superannuation savings account scheme have increased returns significantly in the year that they have been in place, according to a report.
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Changes introduced to the superannuation savings account scheme have increased returns significantly in the year that they have been in place, according to a report.
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) recently published the meeting minutes of the monetary policy board.
Article Added 20/03/2008
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) recently published the meeting minutes of the monetary policy board.
Article Added 20/03/2008
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Choosing savings accounts can be a bit of a drama. With a number of competitive accounts on the market, it is important to many customers what company they bank with in order to get the best return from their hard earned dollars.
Article Added 17/03/2008
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Choosing savings accounts can be a bit of a drama. With a number of competitive accounts on the market, it is important to many customers what company they bank with in order to get the best return from their hard earned dollars.
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Newcomers in the financial and banking sectors often have a hard time fighting it out against the big boys. However, for Rabobank, it has been a pleasant and seamless introduction to the Australian market.
Article Added 28/02/2008
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Newcomers in the financial and banking sectors often have a hard time fighting it out against the big boys. However, for Rabobank, it has been a pleasant and seamless introduction to the Australian market.
Article Added 28/02/2008
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While many Australians do not directly deal with Macquarie Bank on a day-to-day basis, the vast majority have heard of the nation's biggest merchant bank and financial services group.
Article Added 27/02/2008
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While many Australians do not directly deal with Macquarie Bank on a day-to-day basis, the vast majority have heard of the nation's biggest merchant bank and financial services group.
Article Added 27/02/2008
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The Virgin brand is one of the most successful companies in the world. With everything from airlines to cola, from mobile phones to space holidays - there can be no doubt as to Richard Branson's entrepreneurial success.
Article Added 25/02/2008
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The Virgin brand is one of the most successful companies in the world. With everything from airlines to cola, from mobile phones to space holidays - there can be no doubt as to Richard Branson's entrepreneurial success.
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Australian's do not place financial concerns at the top of their list of priorities when it comes to love, it has been claimed.
Article Added 21/02/2008
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Australian's do not place financial concerns at the top of their list of priorities when it comes to love, it has been claimed.
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ANZ is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious banking institutions, with history back to the days when London controlled much of the finances of the nation. Now, it is the third biggest financial company in the country with millions of customers nationwide.
Article Added 20/02/2008
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ANZ is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious banking institutions, with history back to the days when London controlled much of the finances of the nation. Now, it is the third biggest financial company in the country with millions of customers nationwide.
Article Added 20/02/2008
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When it comes to saving for retirement, many experts suggest that you can never start saving early enough.
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When it comes to saving for retirement, many experts suggest that you can never start saving early enough.
Article Added 19/02/2008
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Australia has taken many US companies under its wing in recent times. None more so that Citibank, one of the biggest players in the financial services market in the US.
Article Added 19/02/2008
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Australia has taken many US companies under its wing in recent times. None more so that Citibank, one of the biggest players in the financial services market in the US.
Article Added 19/02/2008
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HSBC is one of the most well-known names in international banking. However, it is a relative newcomer to the Australian market and many are still coming to grips with its growing influence.
Article Added 18/02/2008
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HSBC is one of the most well-known names in international banking. However, it is a relative newcomer to the Australian market and many are still coming to grips with its growing influence.
Article Added 18/02/2008
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Australians are good at spending. Record debt figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics prove that. However, Australians are also becoming very good at saving, with near-record amounts being saved each year by people all over the country.
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Australians are good at spending. Record debt figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics prove that. However, Australians are also becoming very good at saving, with near-record amounts being saved each year by people all over the country.
Article Added 14/02/2008
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The friendly-looking dragon logo of St George is well known throughout Australia in various forms but many people do not know much more about the company.
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The friendly-looking dragon logo of St George is well known throughout Australia in various forms but many people do not know much more about the company.
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More and more Australians are logging on to the internet for their financial dealings. With online banking becoming more popular, why should those not yet converted get in on the act?
Article Added 13/02/2008
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More and more Australians are logging on to the internet for their financial dealings. With online banking becoming more popular, why should those not yet converted get in on the act?
Article Added 13/02/2008
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BankWest has a long a colourful history in Western Australia. Founded in Perth in 1895, its move nationwide has led it to become the sixth most powerful bank in Australia, with an ever-increasing customer base.
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BankWest has a long a colourful history in Western Australia. Founded in Perth in 1895, its move nationwide has led it to become the sixth most powerful bank in Australia, with an ever-increasing customer base.
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Debit cards are becoming more commonplace in purses and wallets across Australia. While not yet fully replacing the Aussie love of the credit card, debit cards are fast becoming a manageable option for many consumers.
Article Added 12/02/2008
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Debit cards are becoming more commonplace in purses and wallets across Australia. While not yet fully replacing the Aussie love of the credit card, debit cards are fast becoming a manageable option for many consumers.
Article Added 12/02/2008
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Some Australians could be more than $13,000 out of pocket due to recent market fluctuations hitting their superannuation funds.
Article Added 08/02/2008
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Some Australians could be more than $13,000 out of pocket due to recent market fluctuations hitting their superannuation funds.
Article Added 08/02/2008
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One of the largest financial institutions in Australia, Commonwealth Bank is also one of the oldest.
Article Added 07/02/2008
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One of the largest financial institutions in Australia, Commonwealth Bank is also one of the oldest.
Article Added 07/02/2008
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Hundreds of thousands of Australians could lose their homes during this year because of rising interest rates and increasing debts as a result of the recent credit crunch.
Article Added 05/02/2008
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Hundreds of thousands of Australians could lose their homes during this year because of rising interest rates and increasing debts as a result of the recent credit crunch.
Article Added 05/02/2008
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With the constant talk of the Reserve Bank of Australia, as well as the effects of the continuing global market turmoil, consumers may look to cut banking fees to give them some extra money.
Article Added 05/02/2008
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With the constant talk of the Reserve Bank of Australia, as well as the effects of the continuing global market turmoil, consumers may look to cut banking fees to give them some extra money.
Article Added 05/02/2008
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is the central financial institution in Australia. A policy-setting organisation, it is also responsible for providing financial services to federal government and other overseas institutions, according to the bank's website.
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is the central financial institution in Australia. A policy-setting organisation, it is also responsible for providing financial services to federal government and other overseas institutions, according to the bank's website.
Article Added 01/02/2008
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The recent interest rate rises may have played havoc with home loans but there are a number of Australians reaping the rewards of the decision.
Article Added 29/01/2008
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The recent interest rate rises may have played havoc with home loans but there are a number of Australians reaping the rewards of the decision.
Article Added 29/01/2008
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With the world's markets in turmoil, superannuation policies have taken a big hit but is it bad enough for people to worry about?
Article Added 24/01/2008
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With the world's markets in turmoil, superannuation policies have taken a big hit but is it bad enough for people to worry about?
Article Added 24/01/2008
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Seniors across Australia finding it hard to stay on top of all their financial matters are being scammed by those trying to help them.
Article Added 23/01/2008
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Seniors across Australia finding it hard to stay on top of all their financial matters are being scammed by those trying to help them.
Article Added 23/01/2008
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As the world's stock markets rumble with discontent, many Australian consumers may wonder what all the fuss is about and whether any of it would affect them.
Article Added 23/01/2008
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As the world's stock markets rumble with discontent, many Australian consumers may wonder what all the fuss is about and whether any of it would affect them.
Article Added 23/01/2008
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Planning for retirement when you're in your 20s or 30s may sounds like a bizarre thing to do but, according to financial experts, many Australians cannot afford to live to 100 due to their financial situation.
Article Added 22/01/2008
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Planning for retirement when you're in your 20s or 30s may sounds like a bizarre thing to do but, according to financial experts, many Australians cannot afford to live to 100 due to their financial situation.
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Australia to weather the storm, says IMF 
Public and government 'confident in face of global economic turmoil' 
PM warns crisis is 'far from over' 
RBA pumps in $1.3bn 'to maintain liquidity levels' 
CBA boss gets 30% pay rise 
BSB switching 'should be simpler' 
Tax office 'angling for big fish bank accounts' 
Sydney "takes the cake" when it comes to Australia's banking 
Average wealth 'suffers biggest fall in 25 years' 
What would you do with $50,000? 
Australian banks "strong but not immune" to downturn 
Cutting your food bills 
Carbon trading drive 'will increase living costs' 
Budgeting for baby 
Rise of the Kippers 
How the Westpac-St George merger affects you 
What is BankSA? 
How to make the most of the extra $20 
How the new Budget affects you? 
Investing in fear 
Planning a housing market attack 
Retirement funds set for unusual boost? 
Aussies 'literally giving money away' 
Spend less and save more 
Could savers be in for unexpected help? 
Saving for a rainy day 
Saving for the future 
Saving for the future 
How retirement finance predictions are "probably too low" 
What is the Treasury? 
The tails and tribulations of the super 
The good side of high rates 
To borrow or not to borrow for your super 
RBA publishes meeting minutes 
An overview of the most competitive savings accounts 
What is Bendigo Bank? 
What is Rabobank? 
What is Macquarie Bank? 
What is Virgin Money? 
Australians 'ignore money' when it comes to love 
What is ANZ? 
'Start supers early' warning for young workers 
What is Citibank? 
What is HSBC? 
Aussies 'turning cents into dollars with savings' 
What is St George Bank? 
The growth of secure online banking 
What is BankWest? 
The rise of the debit card 
Double whammy for super funds 
What is the Commonwealth Bank of Australia? 
What is the credit crunch? 
How slashing your bank fees could help stave off interest rate rises 
What is the Reserve Bank of Australia? 
Cashing in on raising rates 
Should super losses worry consumers? 
Seniors urged to stop inheritance scammers 
Should we care about market meltdown? 
Planning for tomorrow today