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    The super trap that could cost your family thousands: Why your best intentions might backfire

    Another cash grab by greedy governments. I have already paid tax on my money & now they want to take another chunk. Surely I should be able to pass MY money on to whomever I wish without being penalised, yet again
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    Is it unreasonable to buy something for my mum that my dad can't afford?

    Good on you. How kind of you to buy something which makes your mum happy
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    The government has asked for bold proposals. Maybe it’s time to consider taxing the family home

    You can't be serious. I derived no income from my modest home which I own so now you want to tax me on my zero income. I paid a hilliard of $$ in stamp duty for her privilege & now you want to hit me up for more. There would be plenty to go around if the lifestyle welfare recipients were put to...
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    Centrelink’s ‘Special Rule’ Warning: Downsizing Could Cost Seniors Their Pension

    Totally agree. I have worked all of my life - recent retirees- and navigating the Centrelink maze has been quite an eye opener. I will have to down size at some point but will get slammed for doing so. Still waiting to see if my Aged Pension will be approved. Became eligible in May but advised...
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    Backlash erupts after surprise council move leaves locals fuming

    Time to be rid of councils altogether. An overpaid, underwhelming group who do what exactly? The people have spoken & nobody listened. Typical
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    FAST AND CHEAP: Will this retail addiction in Australia bite back hard soon?

    I do not buy 56 items of clothing per year. In fact I have enough clothes - maybe too many - to see me out. I would like to donate some but the op shops where I live are not taking donations so they are sitting in my wardrobe taking up space. I don't want to put anything into landfill but...
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