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How Many Countries Divided From The Largest Empire throughout history

Check out the countries that have been born from some of the largest empires in history.

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How to budget using the envelope method

Here's five simple steps to create a budget that doesn't involve tracking every expense

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Call for SMSF ‘nudge’ in DBFO package

The peak SMSF body has called on the government to extend the member ‘nudge’ rules beyond industry and retail super funds.  

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Accountants united in support for changes

The three major accounting bodies have backed the changes to the Division 296 tax and have called for it to be implemented quickly.

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Beware pushy sales tactics targeting your super

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has warned Australians to beware of high-pressure sales tactics aimed at getting people to switch superannuation providers.

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Investment and economic outlook, October 2025

Latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook

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Determining what is an in-house asset can help determine investment strategy

It is important to understand what is and what isn’t an in-house asset to ensure compliance in an SMSF, a leading technical specialist has said.

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Stress-test SMSF in preparation for Div 296

SMSFs that hold farms or small businesses should do a “stress test” on their funds in preparation for the Division 296 tax, a leading adviser has said.  

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How changes to deeming rates could affect your pension payments

What the end to the deeming freeze means for Age Pensioners

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Airplane Fuel Consumption Per Minute

Check out the fuel consumption per minute of different airplanes — from small propeller planes to giant airliners and powerful fighter jets.

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Five building blocks that could lead to a more confident retirement

How Australia Retires 2025 report, explores how Australians prepare for and experienced retirement.

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New NALE guidance still has issues

The ATO has released its updated Law Companion Ruling (LCR) 2021/2 regarding the application of non-arm’s length income (NALI) laws with the SMSF Association giving it a mixed welcome noting it still lacks specific guidance in places.

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Investment and economic outlook, September 2025

Latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook  

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Younger Australians expect more for their retirement

Australians under 45 now expect they will need at least $100,000 a year per household to live comfortably in retirement, according to new research from Vanguard.

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Caution needed if moving assets to children

Legal advisers need to be cautious when transferring assets from parents to children if the former are still alive.

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Evolution of ‘ageless workers’ sees retirement age rise

Australians are retiring later due to cost-of-living pressures and the evolution of white-collar employment, according to research from KPMG.

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How $1,000 plus regular contributions turned into $823,000 through compounding

A simple ongoing investment strategy can deliver substantial returns over time

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The biggest earthquakes in history : (1905–2025)

Check out this powerful visual journey through the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. From massive Chilean earthquakes along the Pacific Ring of Fire to the more recent Russia earthquake in Kamchatka, this timelapse shows how Earth's fury has shaped our world.

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Common sense the best defence against fraudsters: forensic auditor

Basic common sense is one of the best tools to detect fraudulent schemes, a forensic auditor has said.

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Compassionate release warning issued

The ATO has warned consumers, financial advisers and health practitioners it is aware of dishonest practices being used to access superannuation early for non-critical medical procedures.

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investment and economic outlook, August 2025

latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook

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ATO warns that SAR lodgments are on its radar

Outstanding SMSF annual returns will be a primary focus of the ATO, the deputy commissioner has said.

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New report highlights confusion over BDBNs

Less than a quarter of Australians have made valid binding death benefit nominations, new research has shown.

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How ‘investment procrastination’ could be hurting your wealth

Putting off investing could cost you more than you think.

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The rise and fall of the world’s largest economies | GDP Epic Battle (1560–2025)

From the age of empires to modern global superpowers, check out the rise and fall of the worlds superpowers.

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How financial advice can reduce stress and save time

Research explores the benefits investors can derive from financial advice

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Avoid LRBA structure short cuts

SMSF trustees using limited recourse borrowing arrangements (LRBA) should avoid trying to cut corners in setting up a trust for the loan, with an SMSF structure expert stating they should set up a dedicated bare trust for each gearing measure.

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How personal data could boost your retirement income by up to 50%

Tailoring your retirement strategy based on your personal data could be invaluable

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Challenges with TBC increase for those in pension phase

The increase in the transfer balance cap from $1.9 million to $2 million is not as simple as it seems, particularly for members already in pension phase, a leading adviser has said.

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Investment and economic outlook, July 2025

Latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic outlook  

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