Before the GFC, most Australians were living the high life with debt-laden credit cards and highly leveraged investments. As the mining boom spread an extraordinary level of wealth amongst the masses, more people were indulging in expensive cars, bigger houses and all the finer things in life. The...READ MORE

Every federal budget has its own dynamics depending on the circumstances of the time, this year’s budget perhaps more so than most. By Anthony Bell   READ MORE

Groceries might seem like a pretty essential part of our weekly budget, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make some serious cuts to our spending. According to MoneySmart, Australian households spent an average of $70,000 on everyday expenses in 2012, adding up to an incredible $642 billion across t...READ MORE

We know him from The Biggest Loser, but Shannan Ponton has a career that spans all aspects of the fitness industry. With knowledge in areas of excercise, fitness, nutrition, health, people management and the media he has become one of Australia’s most successful personal trainers. Adding to an alr...READ MORE