Work Bonus Scheme

In the 2009 Federal Budget, the government announced a number of reforms to the pension system as part ot the secure and sustainable Pension Reforms.  This included the introduction of the Work Bonus…  To Read More…

Identity Theft

Identity theft is a form of fraud or cheating of another person’s identity in which someone pretends to be someone else by assuming that person’s identity, typically in order to access resources or obtain credit and other benefits in that person’s...

Men Are Just Happier People

NICKNAMES If Laura, Kate and Sarah go out for lunch, they will call each other Laura, Kate and Sarah. If Mike, Dave and John go out, they will affectionately refer to each other as Fat Boy, D!ckhead and Sh!t for Brains.   EATING OUT When the bill arrives, Mike, Dave...

Volunteering – Is It For You?

Why Do People Volunteer? People volunteer for a number of different reasons, ranging from a desire to learn new skills, have fun or make a difference. Some are completely devoted to the cause, while others simply wish to do their bit where they can. In actual fact,...

Centrelink & Retirement

Eligibility – based on age To qualify for Age Pension, you must first satisfy the age and residence requirements. Centrelink then works out how much Age Pension is payable. This depends on your income and assets and other circumstances. If you are legally blind, you...