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How quick-thinking investors can benefit from rise of cyber threats

How quick-thinking investors can benefit from rise of cyber threats

Cybersecurity has traditionally focused on detecting malware and installing firewall security systems, but that is starting to change.

  • by Cameron Gleeson

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The Burberry trench is back – and you’ll need deep pockets to buy one
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The Burberry trench is back – and you’ll need deep pockets to buy one

Be prepared to spend $4390 for a plaid cotton-lined Burberry, while those with less dosh can still find a vintage trench for between $600 and $800.

  • by Stephen Crafti
This new law could transform your retirement, but the clock is ticking

This new law could transform your retirement, but the clock is ticking

How financial advice is delivered in Australia is likely to change for the better and there’s plenty to unpack here for the average person.

  • by Bec Wilson
Houses are too expensive to buy, but that’s not the problem

Houses are too expensive to buy, but that’s not the problem

The biggest issue with housing affordability in Australia isn’t the price, it’s perspective.

  • by Victoria Devine
First fashion, now frames: Early 2000s sunglasses are coming back

First fashion, now frames: Early 2000s sunglasses are coming back

While classic frames from the 80s and 90s have long been popular, styles from the early noughties are now gaining traction.

  • by Stephen Crafti
Bali tourism evolves with fund backing family-friendly stays

Bali tourism evolves with fund backing family-friendly stays

The classic Bali getaway is evolving as families seek more immersive travel experiences that cater to all ages.

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Could you be sitting on a rare book worth thousands?
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Could you be sitting on a rare book worth thousands?

Rare 20th century cookbooks, signed autobiographies, or even old racy magazines can fetch hundreds or thousands of dollars from the right buyer.

  • by Stephen Crafti
It’s tough to admit, but I was wrong about bitcoin

It’s tough to admit, but I was wrong about bitcoin

It doesn’t provide a yield, pay a dividend or have any inherent physical value. It’s not widely accepted as a payment. But in the end, does that really matter?

  • by William Bennett
Should I ditch my low earning, but ‘safe’ investments?

Should I ditch my low earning, but ‘safe’ investments?

Sharemarkets are booming now, but historically markets have fallen about one in every four years, so be careful before jettisoning safer assets.

  • by Paul Benson
Buy a home or invest in super? The dilemma facing older renters

Buy a home or invest in super? The dilemma facing older renters

For those contemplating taking on a mortgage in midlife, buying a home is not always the best move.

  • by Dominic Powell
Racehorse investing on the rise as punters try to back a winner

Racehorse investing on the rise as punters try to back a winner

Once reserved for the rich and famous, figures suggest that 1 in every 254 Australians own a share in the 35,000 racehorses registered in Australia.

  • by Nina Hendy