Footy and music fans hit by fake tickets ‘scam-demic’
Scammers are pivoting to footy tickets and breaking the hearts of diehard fans as new data shows where people are caught out most often.
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Regulator bares teeth at fugitive influencer ‘ASX Wolf’
Bankruptcy orders have been imposed on Tyson Scholz, an Instagram finfluencer on the run from the law and banned from selling stock tips online.
One in three to get slice of $815m in insurer payouts
More than 5.6 million Australians could be eligible for a payout after insurers were found to have unnecessarily complex pricing promises and practices.
Are you financially literate? Here are 7 signs you’re on the right track
Even in the best of times, managing your finances is hard. Every day, you’re making complex financial decisions (some of which carry huge ramifications) and there are more financial products and services available than ever before. Navigating this minefield can be overwhelming and lead to financial anxiety. Being financially literate helps. But what does “financial literacy” mean in practice?
HomeBuilder paperwork deadline extended
The deadline to submit supporting documentation for HomeBuilder applications will be extended for those affected by supply constraints and construction delays.
Lost and unclaimed super reaches $16 billion, ATO says
Tax authorities have found another $2.1 billion in lost and unclaimed superannuation since last financial year, taking the nation's total to $16 billion.
Westpac halts rural closures amid political pressure
Westpac says it will postpone closures of rural banks during a Senate inquiry, the second major bank to heed calls to act in good faith.
‘Bloody-minded’ banks under pressure to halt closures
Major banks are being urged to stop regional branch closures as a Senate inquiry prepares to hold its first hearing in Sale, Victoria.
Westpac to close branches despite Senate inquiry plea
A week after the launch of a Senate inquiry into regional bank closures, Westpac has announced it will close 20 branches, including in major farming regions.
Big five banks scope out climate losses
Australia's big five banks should cope with lending losses caused by climate change but will be more vulnerable to economic downturns, a new analysis shows.
More rural towns lose their last bank
The Finance Sector Union says Westpac has announced the closure of 23 of its group's branches across Australia, with the loss of 92 jobs.
AMP fined $14.5 million over super fees
Five AMP companies have been fined $14.5 million after the organisation was found to have charged members fees for services they were not receiving.
Union condemns more regional bank closures
Westpac is defending a decision to close 24 bank branches across Australia, including many in regional areas.
Retrial for jailed Qld financial adviser
A former Queensland financial adviser accused of swindling $6 million from clients to invest in a South Australian abalone farm has had his conviction quashed.
Costly fuel makes car sharing an option
Car sharing and hiring from a provider who offers a flat rate on fuel has become a real option for suburban families struggling with petrol prices.
Qld to set up new Public Trustee board
Queensland has passed laws to set up a new board to monitor the Public Trustee, but opposition and crossbenchers say the reforms don't go far enough.
Smaller cities lead growth in home values
Home values were up 0.7 per cent in March, with Sydney and Melbourne declining and smaller cities punching above their weight.
Housing shortage hurts regional Australia
High rents and housing shortages in regional Australia are making it difficult for some people to return home, while also forcing out essential workers.