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Australian economic update June 2026

Despite an ongoing war in the Middle East, US markets pushed to fresh record highs in May, while at home the RBA raised rates for a third straight month even as unemployment climbed and inflation eased.
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Smart EOFY moves that balance tax planning and long-term goals

With 30 June fast approaching, it's worth looking beyond the immediate tax benefits of EOFY strategies and making sure your financial decisions are aligned with your longer-term goals, not just this year's tax return.
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Are you still on track? Mid-year financial check-in

With half the year already behind you, a mid-year financial check-in is a simple way to see whether your goals, habits, and plans are still aligned with what matters most to you.
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End of financial year planning checklist: What you should be doing now

With 30 June approaching fast, taking time now to review your finances, sort your records, and check in with your adviser can set you up for a smoother tax time and a stronger new financial year.
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How do interest rates affect your finances?

Most Australians rely on their employer's 12% super contribution and leave significant tax savings on the table, but voluntary top-up strategies like salary sacrifice, carry-forward contributions, and the government co-contribution can make a meaningful difference to your retirement outcome.
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Economic update: May 2026

From the RBA's third consecutive rate hike and spiking inflation to Wall Street's remarkable rebound and the ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis, this May 2026 economic update covers everything Australian investors and households need to know right now.
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Protecting what you’re building: How insurance supports a financial plan

Insurance is often the last thing people think about when building a financial plan, but it could be the most important piece protecting everything else you have worked so hard to achieve.
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Confidence vs certainty: How to make financial decisions without knowing the future

You don't need to predict the future to make smart financial decisions, and understanding the difference between confidence and certainty is the first step toward taking meaningful action with your money.
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What 2026 market volatility means for long‑term investors

If recent market movements have you watching your portfolio a little more closely, here's why staying calm and staying invested is still the smartest strategy in 2026.
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Scams, AI and financial safety: How to protect yourself in 2026

AI is making financial scams more sophisticated and harder to detect, but slowing down, staying sceptical, and verifying requests directly can protect your financial wellbeing
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Economic update: March 2026

Global markets navigated a turbulent February as the US Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariff regime, the RBA raised rates on disputed inflation data, and geopolitical shocks kept investors on edge.
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Understanding what matters most financially

Align finances with values: Clarify priorities, set short/medium/long-term goals, assess position, protect assets, and review regularly for stress-free planning.
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