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How to survive the mid-year salesFinancial expert Bruce Brammall explains how to survive the sales and avoid maxing out on your credit card.

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Do-it-yourself: Australia Day animal masksA must-have item in every child’s room. The different-coloured drawers make it easier to sort and store the various types of toys.

Five New Year's resolutions for your financesWant to manage your money better in 2013? Kick-start the new year with five simple resolutions to get your finances in shape.

How to make constructive complaints while shoppingAlthough it's relatively simple to check your rights as a consumer, it can be difficult to stand your ground in the face of poor or even rude customer service and complain constructively.

Do you have a gambling problem?Around 70 per cent of Australians will gamble at some point this year. In 2009 we spent $12 billion on the pokies alone. For most it’s the odd flutter for fun, but for problem gamblers it can mean the end of their career, family and even life. So how can you detect problem gambling?

Guide to online shopping and saving moneyOnline shopping can be a busy person's lifesaver - allowing you to save money and time. This is a guide for anyone looking to pick up some tricks of the (online) trade.

Do-it-yourself: Toy chestA must-have item in every child’s room. The different-coloured drawers make it easier to sort and store the various types of toys.

Do-it-yourself: Toy chest cushionThis cushion is both a finishing touch and a seat. It is tied in place at the back, so the cushion stays in place and doesn’t move around – the front ties are longer than the back ones.

Top 10 tax tipsIt is both costly and risky to make mistakes in preparing your tax. It is hard enough to earn your money, don't throw it away by making costly blunders. Here are the five most common mistakes people make in preparing their tax.

How to save a fortune on clothing without sacrificing styleIs your wardrobe in need of a serious fashion renovation, but you don't have the space in your cupboard or you can't afford to go out spend hundreds of dollars on new-season fashion? We've found eight failsafe ways to help you trade in your pre-loved clothing and make a little extra cash for new...

Investing in your clothesTo help you make the most of your wardrobe staples, save a few hundred dollars each year and build a wardrobe full of wearables, follow these quick tips and tricks.

No sew make-overs: How to spruce up a lampshadeTo turn a plain lampshade into something special, wrap it in stunning fabric and trim with a quirky braid.

No sew make-overs: How to spruce up an ottomanAn ottoman is one of the most versatile furniture pieces in the home, acting as a footrest, coffee table or seat.

Are you prepared for retirement?It's ironic, while financial security is what most of us strive for, it's an area where we're likely to bury our heads in the sand. It's time to wake up from this monetary slumber, asap. They say knowledge is power, so the first step is being aware of the two types of challenges that could cause...

10 top tax tipsExpert tax accountant Heather Smith has compiled this ‘Top 10’ list as a guide for how we can all do our own tax properly.

What are my rights as a new mum?Having a baby? Then find out about your maternity leave entitlements.

Help, I've lost some of my super!Geoff Devitt's superannuation accounts were a mess, so Adrian helped him trace his lost money.

Looking after mum and dad's financesAs your parents get older, there may be an added responsibility of looking after their finances as well as their health. Here are a few ideas on how to handle a touchy subject.

Budget family travelPlanning a trip? Here are some tips to help you save on your travel costs.

Budget babiesA new arrival means a financial overhaul. Use these tips so bringing home baby doesn’t break the bank.

Your Best savingsCompare accounts online for a good deal, advises money expert Adrian Raftery.

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Princess Mary is coming back to Australia!Crown Princess Mary and her husband Prince Frederik will return to Sydney in October, 2013, as the official patrons of the Sydney Opera House’s 40th birthday celebrations.

Katie Holmes struggles with single lifeKatie Holmes’ life couldn’t have changed more in the year since she abruptly left Tom Cruise and became a single mother.

Melissa Doyle leaves SunriseSunrise host Melissa Doyle has announced she is leaving the popular morning show after 12 years.

Sopranos star James Gandolfini has died aged 51Sopranos star James Gandolfini has died in Rome, Italy aged 51.

Did Kimye name their baby Kaidence Donda West?Speculation about Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s new born baby’s name isn’t slowing down and it looks like the name could have been leaked!