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The worst is not over yet – last month, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) revealed that the inflation rate spiked up to 7.8, which is the highest level it’s been since 1990. Most economists are confident that Australia won’t enter a recession, but we’re not quite in the clear. Economist...

Healthcare costs in Australia have been on the rise in recent years. From GPs abandoning bulk billing to the increasing cost of prescription medications, many Australians are struggling to afford the healthcare they need. As such, some are forced to reassess their expenses that go to healthcare...

Facebook Marketplace is a treasure trove of deals. Shopping has never been easier – all you have to do is grab your phone, sit back and start browsing. You can also snag items right in your own neighbourhood without paying hefty delivery fees. If you've got some stuff you no longer need, selling...

Renters in Australia face an uphill battle with skyrocketing rental costs and limited options, causing fierce competition and decreased security. Even good tenants aren’t spared – many live in fear of being removed from their homes due to ‘no-grounds’ evictions. One Redditor found proof of the...

Facebook Marketplace is a convenient platform for unloading items you no longer need or want. However, it has also become a hotbed for scams, with many unscrupulous users looking to swindle money from unsuspecting sellers. These don’t always involve unrealistic offers, which is why it’s...

Australia is a land with a rich, colourful culture that has given rise to many iconic quotes steeped in humour and wit. Shouting ‘Tell him he’s dreaming’ will immediately result in mutual understanding and amusement among Aussies. To an extent, these are akin to a secret code that only we can...

It is not on the list of medications that are in short supply :)

Imagine living with a chronic illness, relying on vital maintenance medications to manage your symptoms and maintain a decent quality of life. Now, imagine those medications suddenly disappearing from store shelves and pharmacies, leaving you in a desperate search for a lifeline. Unfortunately...

Here at the SDC, we’ve covered the increasing prevalence of GPs asking for gap payments to stay afloat. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) warned of this trend for months. But now, with inflation soaring and a possible recession looming, more and more Aussies are...

You probably already know this – we here at SDC have countless articles explaining why you shouldn’t trust links sent through SMS, even if they appear to be from your bank – but another reminder wouldn’t hurt especially when scams spike around the holiday period. Generally scams are...

We all want great deals and savings, especially during these current periods of high inflation when prices for almost everything are soaring and we see a decrease in our purchasing power. The temptation to grab anything on sale to get your money’s worth is tempting, but are we really getting the...

One in eight Australians live below the poverty line, a recent report finds Australia may be considered one of the wealthiest countries in the world, but findings from the Poverty in Australia 2022 report show that the level of poverty in the nation has become higher than ever. Research by...

Charity shops (commonly known as op shops) used to be the choice for shoppers with tightened budgets. Others are simply looking for a bargain or trying to be more sustainable. But now, op shoppers are finding they’re no longer the soundest option, especially with rising costs that do not...

Aged care workers provide an invaluable service to the community. There is comfort and relief in knowing that we will be taken care of when (or if) the time comes to move into an aged care home. But the industry, already in crisis for being understaffed and overburdened, has another problem –...

If you keep a pen in your pocket, then you might have dealt with a pesky problem: ink stains. As you already know, putting the item in the laundry does little to remove it. But all hope’s not lost: a common household product can be just what you need! One user from the social news website...

Some things look so simple but can do so much. The squeegee is one great example. It also doesn’t hurt that it is highly accessible with a pocket-friendly price tag! Users of the social news website Reddit are the latest to sing praises of the tool. One Redditor marvelled at how much it...

Everybody loves coming home to a clean, organised house. It makes us feel more relaxed and lowers stress. Did you know that studies found that people who have better-kept homes exercised more and made healthier dietary choices? And yet, many of us struggle to maintain a tidy residence - we here...

Australians love bikkies, there’s no denying it. But of all the options we have, few match the popularity of Tim Tams. It is said that Tim Tams are found in half of Australian households and that we eat as many as 45 million packets a year – imagine that? Even overseas, the chocolatey...

When was the last time you went through your bookshelf? Through the years, some of us have built impressive collections. However, some of our books might now be collecting dust after sitting on the shelves for a long time. While rediscovering them can be magical, we can also discover, often to...

The past few years have been difficult for all of us. Together, we’ve experienced a pandemic that resulted in many forms of loss, such as unemployment, interrupted life plans, or, worse, the death of a loved one. Currently, we face inflation, putting many under even more financial stress...