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17 April 2019 - Tax Policies - Labor vs the Coalition
The Federal election is just around the
corner, with taxation policy one of the key factors likely to influence
peoples' decision. There are both huge similarities and stark differences
between the Coalition and Labor when it comes to tax policy, with winners and
losers on both sides of the political spectrum. Let's take a look at the key
differences between parties and analyse how the proposed tax changes will
influence you in the months and years ahead.
15 April 2019 - Changes to Negative Gearing Not a Big Deal
The Federal election is just around the
corner, with potential changes to negative gearing one of the key policies that
distinguishes Labor from the Coalition. While the initial announcement by the
Labor party to end negative gearing was met with suspicion and even disgust in
some quarters, it may not be as big a story as the media is making out. By
staying up-to-date with the changes and refining your investment decisions, you
can come out on top.
12 April 2019 - The Pros and Cons of Routine
Whether we like it or not, ritualised
activities are an important part of our lives, from our morning cup of coffee
through to our daily commute and favourite television show. Depending on who
you ask, the routine activities which help to define our lives are either an
important psychological safety net or an overbearing source of confinement. The
truth, like most things in life, is that routine can either be healthy or
unhealthy depending on frequency and context.
8 April 2019 - Exercise Beats Diet for Weight Loss
Whether it's more access to processed food
or an increasingly sedentary lifestyle, many countries around the world have
seen a rise in obesity levels over the last few decades. While diet is often
promoted as the best way to lose weight, a new study from the University of
Colorado Anschutz Health and Wellness Center (AHWC) suggests exercise is a more
critical factor for healthy weight maintenance.
1 April 2019 - The New Midlife Crisis
Having a midlife crisis used to mean buying
a red sports car or making rash and impulsive decisions. While you can still
see lots of 50 year old men with dyed hair on the back of brand new Harley
Davidsons, the 21st century midlife crisis is just as likely to be defined by
renewed athleticism and an extreme approach to personal fitness. From the rise
of Ironman events and extreme marathons through to the growth of the personal
fitness industry, let's take a look at what it means to be middle aged in 2019.
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