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  1. James53

    Cricket and Australia Day used to go hand in hand—so why are matches disappearing now?

    The meaning of 'woke' is below...the majority of Australians have supported the fight against social inequalities. Perhaps you need to retink your use of the word 'WOKE'. "Woke" initially referred to an awareness of racial prejudice and discrimination, particularly within the Black community...
  2. James53

    Remote retailers warn businesses could 'collapse' when federal Centrepay crackdown takes effect

    They are trying to fix it and are just ensuring any loop-holes are closed off. Far too many times 'knee-jerk' reactions cause even more problems. As far as companys saying they will close, they should be made to show their books, revealing retail costs and what they pay for those goods...
  3. James53

    Super slip-ups are leaving Aussies out of pocket—are you making the same mistake?

    Seek financial advice from an authorised advisor.
  4. James53

    Is your super safe? Labor’s new tax could be just the beginning— by Noel Whittaker

    You can move to America if you don't like it.
  5. James53

    Million-dollar retirement? Here's why it’s not actually a must-have

    Superanuation was mever intended to be a 'generational transfer of wealth', it was meant to assist in retired people being able to live a reasonable life style, on retirement, without having to totally rely on assistance from a government pension. The new tax on superanuation funds over $3m...
  6. James53

    Million-dollar retirement? Here's why it’s not actually a must-have

    Very good down to earth explanation on superanuation requirements for people entering, or in retirement. If you can, always seek advice from a registered financial adviser. Services Australia do have financial advisers available, but you need to book in to see them. They also offer 'Reverse...
  7. James53

    Is your super safe? Labor’s new tax could be just the beginning— by Noel Whittaker

    For the second time, this is a totally biased opinion. SDC why have you not let me reply to the original story as there was a 'Reply' under the story. Need to post Jim Chalmers reply re the lies being told re the new...
  8. James53

    Is your super safe? Labor’s new tax could be just the beginning— by Noel Whittaker

    As far as a swing goes..the libs are pushing it one way and the nats are pushing it the other...so swing stays where it is😁
  9. James53

    Is your super safe? Labor’s new tax could be just the beginning— by Noel Whittaker

    One sided..post Jim Chalmers reply, to the lies about the tax...https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-04/treasurer-accuses-opponents-of-lying-about-super/105377296?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web
  10. James53

    Is your super safe? Labor’s new tax could be just the beginning— by Noel Whittaker

    'Shameful' lies about political pensions......' Treasurer Jim Chalmers accuses opponents of 'extremely generous' super tax changes of 'lies' Read Jim Chalmers reply instead of beliving 'MAGA' style lies from sore losers.. if your game to klnow the truth of the matter...
  11. James53

    How disaster impacts retirees' finances and pensions

    The continuing scare tactic, of the change in status of 'pensioners homes', was addressed some 2 years ago and would be 'political suicide' for any party to try bringing it in, although the way the coalition is going, they may add it to their agenda, as they don't seem to have still heard the...
  12. James53

    New tax laws prompt changes in retirement plans nationwide. Here's what we know

    Guess what you're right, they will be exempt. This was brought in by the liberal/ nats government, from memory.
  13. James53

    New tax laws prompt changes in retirement plans nationwide. Here's what we know

    By the time 'younger Australians' get to retirement, in the majority of cases, the $3m level will reflect the current situation of inflation etc., so that argument does not pass the pub test.
  14. James53

    Drivers of SUVs and pick-ups should pay more to be on our roads. Here’s how to make the system fairer

    So the discussion here is about SUV's and larger passenger/ute type vehicles, causing damage and congestion on the roads, so to take it further, then the answer to saving the road conditions and the said congestion, would be to take trucks off the roads, simple, but not going to happen.
  15. James53

    Major Aussie bank cuts 1,500 jobs, pushes cashless future

    These posts are about banks... the ones supported by the bigL, (sorry little l now), side of politics. Westpac makes a $1.7B profit and has to send 190 jobs to the Phillipines?? Greedy banks supporting the high end of town, not the battlers or even middle class Australians.
  16. James53

    New Minister for Ageing: What It Means for Older Australians’ Health, Care and Finances

    A salaried package will cover overtime, not necessarily all of previous OT, but consistant OT. Being a public servant there are certainly other benefits to the postion, like their superanuation, flexidays etc. I do find it hard to fathom how your partner works 70hrs a week? Perhaps they work 4 x...
  17. James53

    Is your retirement fund safe? One Aussie lost $50,000 overnight

    For Peter Jarratt to lose $50k overnight, he would of had to have had over $2.5m in his account. He would of worked hard to earn this no doubt, but should consider himself extremely lucky, compared to a lot of people struggling out there. By next month, (maybe, depending on Trump), he may well...
  18. James53

    Shocking claims reveal misrepresented durability in these vehicles, risk rises

    Two things - Supply - If people want it supply it Cost - You get what you pay for LDV Australian GM said 'It is disappointing this process has ended in these legal proceedings,' - of course its' disappointing..they'll have to pay..
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