Author Archives: feedsy
‘Humbling’: Hawks great Dunstall declared AFL legend
17 April
Former Hawthorn champion Jason Dunstall has described being elevated to Legend status in the Australian Football Hall of Fame as the highest honour he could imagine – albeit one that’s a little embarrassing. A four-time premiership player,...[Read More]
Hybrid vehicle sales speed up while petrol loses spark
17 April
Sales of hybrid cars have more than doubled in Australia during the past year in a trend that is eating away at the popularity of petrol and diesel vehicles. Hybrid vehicle sales have jumped by as much as 60 per cent in some states and territories...[Read More]
Vaccines saved ‘thousands’ of people during COVID-19
17 April
COVID-19 vaccines prevented almost 18,000 deaths among people over 50 in NSW as the Omicron strain hit, a study has found. And experts say this may be a conservative estimate after scientists used computer simulations to track death rates. A Royal...[Read More]
Reasons why early estate planning is crucial
11 April
Estate planning is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of financial planning. For many Australians, it is seen as something to be dealt with later in life, if at all. However, estate planning should begin as early as possible to ensure a...[Read More]
Caravan lifestyle in Australia
11 April
A rising number of Australians are searching for alternative life experiences that provide them with a sense of independence from city life and a connection to nature. Caravan living can be for you if you’re looking for new experiences or wish...[Read More]
Six-hour exercise window linked to better health
11 April
There’s mounting evidence exercising for short bouts during the evening is linked to better health. A University of Sydney study has found obese people who exercise between 6pm and midnight have a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease...[Read More]
Hefty fines, tougher code could cut grocery prices: PM
11 April
Supermarkets could be slapped with millions in fines under a mandatory code of conduct in a move the prime minister believes will reduce prices at the checkout. An interim review of the voluntary Food and Grocery Code, which governs how supermarkets...[Read More]
Jobs bright spot for consumers as economy teeters
11 April
Consumers remain upbeat about their jobs prospects even as the weakening economy is prompting households to tighten belts. The latest round of consumer surveys from Westpac and Melbourne Institute recorded a deeper dive into pessimism in April...[Read More]
Welfare payments not covering basic essentials
10 April
Australians on welfare are struggling to survive one of the toughest cost of living crises in decades as payments fail to cover necessities, a new report shows. Research by Anglicare Australia shows households with the lowest incomes are bearing the...[Read More]
Coaches back AFL reviews in search for correct calls
10 April
AFL clubs and fans will simply have to put up with more frequent score reviews if they want to see correct outcomes reached, Richmond coach Adem Yze says. Criticism has mounted in recent weeks over the sheer number of video reviews being called for...[Read More]
Gustavsson seeking Olympics answers for Matildas
10 April
The Matildas have used closed-doors matches this week in the United States to super-charge Olympics preparations, trying new formations and game plans. Coach Tony Gustavsson has enjoyed the benefit of a long lead-in to a friendly match with Mexico...[Read More]
Tips on how to travel on a budget
4 April
When wanderlust beckons, it’s easy to dream of jet-setting to exotic locations. However, those dreams could be held back by budgetary constraints. The good news? Budget travel — because going on a holiday out of town doesn’t have to break...[Read More]
How to identify and choose the right business structure
4 April
All successful businesses depend on a solid and dependable structure. While you can always work it out as you go, improvisation in the business world is inefficient, highly risky, and likely to lead to failure. Getting the right systems in place...[Read More]
Wage and energy bills prompt ‘cost-of-trading crisis’
4 April
High wages bills and energy costs have created a “cost-of-trading crisis,” the retail lobby warns as it urges the federal government to provide relief for businesses. The National Retail Association released a report on Monday outlining the key...[Read More]
Reserve Bank’s shift to neutral likely to be reinforced
3 April
With less than six weeks to go before the next Reserve Bank of Australia decision on interest rates, borrowers are about to get more signals on what it might do next. The central bank has left the key cash rate unchanged at 4.35 per cent following...[Read More]