Australian shoppers have spent more money and time online since the pandemic started, than ever before and this trend is tipped to continue. At the moment, especially in Melbourne and Sydney, online retailers are facing logjam and delayed deliveries because of Victorian Government restrictions, that require distribution centres to reduce workforces by one-third in an attempt to slow down the…
There is nothing better than enjoying some delicious food from your favourite restaurant on a Saturday night, or any other night. However, if you are stuck at home due to the current restrictions, then you may be feeling frustrated about missing out on one of your favourite past-times, eating out at the best establishments. Luckily for most us, our favourite…
What it means to be an essential services worker is coming more clearly into focus, as the second wave of COVID-19 infections grips Victoria. Particularly so as the State Government impose increasingly stringent restrictions on the movement of people, which is impacting on how industries can operate and how community activities will be monitored. Do I need to go to…
The outbreak of COVID-19 is still making a significant impact across the country and we are seeing job uncertainty increases in Australia. However, there are still some groups such as Doctors, Nurses, Police Officers, Firefighters, and Supermarket workers who have suddenly found themselves on the front-line of this pandemic. Instead, their work is become more challenging and are continuously working…
In this new COVID-19 world order traditional power structures have turned on their head and Australians have developed a newfound respect for the people that really keep our nation going – not the captains of business and wheelers and dealers who are locked at home doing meetings by video-conference. It’s our armed forces, emergency services, heavy haulage, delivery drivers, and…
Life can be full of uncertainties, unexpected expenses, and bills; everyone needs a little extra cash to get through a tough situation from time to time. Your car might need repairs, you want to buy a perfect gift for a loved one or you’ve found the perfect deal on an appliance, no matter the case, quick cash loans can always…
If you’ve got a regular income budgeting is pretty easy. If your wages are increasing in line with inflation, it makes it easier to stay on top of your budget. But what if you, like lots of other Australians. Haven’t had a meaningful wage rise for a while? Day to day expenses don’t go away, and then there are those…
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