After almost two years of prolonged housing downturn, it appears that the Australia property market depression is finally lifting. For those of you who have been watching the property market closely, it’s hard to miss the new-found enthusiasm. The last few months have seen a surge in buyer enquiries, a significant rise in the auction […]
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As consumers, we are aware of how we can be making socially responsible choices, whether that be through buying organic items, or leaving a smaller carbon footprint. Through a superannuation fund or investment portfolio, one can also make a social impact by choosing a socially responsible fund that invests money aligned with your values. What
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The Father’s Day Appeal is a major public event where The Alfred Hospital encourages men and their families to improve their health and invite the community to support their lifesaving work. On Friday 30 August 2019, The Alfred Hospital held its annual Father’s Day Appeal asking Victorians to ‘G1VE 4 LIFE’, to help provide critical
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Setting up a private practice – a new Australian medical practice, can be a daunting undertaking. Certainly there is a significant amount of responsibility that comes with looking after the health of a local community alongside the added responsibilities of employing staff and the financial and personal risks of running a business. It’s therefore imperative
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Once July hits and a new financial year has begun, it is time for tax planning – take stock and get your taxes in order for the year ended 30 June. Now is a great time to ensure you are tax-ready and making the most out of the 2019 financial year. Here are some tips
You can see some light at the end of the tunnel! The final year of your medical degree- which may involve an elective, some research and a pre-internship rotation, is finally here. Now is the time to think about applying for your intern hospital position. Job offers will soon be released in July, and it
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Being a medical student is tough! All you need is a holiday to escape from the stress and rejuvenate. The upside is that as a university student, you have more time off than most. The downside is that you may have less money to spend. Here are some tips on how to budget travel without
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It’s been quite the roller-coaster ride this last financial year with so many changes to the lending landscape! From credit reporting to borrowing capacity, a lot has been altered. Here’s some of what you may want to know the next time you apply for a loan: Comprehensive credit reporting As of 1 July 2019, banks
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If you wish to rev up your brain without drinking ten cups of coffee a day, exercise is your answer! You’d be surprised to hear about the numerous benefits of exercise- In fact, doing regular cardio can give you the lift, minus the jitters that come with caffeine overload. Not only that, exercise can also
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Did you know that sadly medical professionals have the highest rate of suicide compared to any other profession worldwide? A 2013 beyondblue survey found that “Doctors reported substantially higher rates of psychological distress and suicidal thoughts compared to both the Australian population and other Australian professionals.” Addressing the elephant in the room ‘Suicide among doctors’
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Technology is a powerful tool in organising records and assisting with your tax compliance. It has also allowed the Australian Tax Office (ATO) to more effectively target its audit activity and improve efficiency in data matching projects. As a result, we have noticed increased activity by the ATO in flagging income tax returns for further
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