The Experts
May madness for Weekender readers
We understand legal services can be expensive, so for the month of May, we have decided to give readers of the Weekender some great...
How conflicts of interest work in the legal world
Very strict rules govern how solicitors practice.
Learning the art of saying no
Saying ‘no’ to a request can be really difficult for many of us. It can stem from not wanting to hurt someone’s feelings or...
The money missing from your Will
Estate planning is complicated! From experience, most people are unaware that their superannuation does not form part of their estate and therefore is not...
Explained: Antioxidants and why you need to care about them
You may have heard about certain foods being advertised as “full of antioxidants”, but what even are antioxidants?
Missing redraw
Earlier this month the Reserve Bank cut rates again - the third time since June - to a new all-time low of 0.75% as...
Make the most of apartment living
As we all know, apartment living has become really popular and the number of people becoming apartment dwellers continues to grow.
A dog’s life: Keeping pets entertained while you’re at work
As responsible pet owners, it’s not uncommon to experience a pang of guilt when leaving our furry friends at home while we head back to work.
What to do if your car breaks down
Every journey behind the wheel can come with its share of surprises, and unfortunately, not all of them are pleasant.
Can someone with dementia make a Will?
We often get enquiries from people with family members who are in the twilight of their lives as to whether or not a person...
What if someone dies without a Will?
If a person dies without a Will, this is known as dying “intestate”.
An intestate Estate is divided in accordance with the formula set out...
Hidden salt lurking in our food
By now most of us know about the link between high salt diets and increased risk of heart disease.
But did you also know that...
The impact of divorce on your finances
I think most of us are aware that there are definitely negative financial consequences associated with divorce.
Top three factors to consider when buying a new family car
Christmas is just around the corner, and for many people this brings with it a family road trip during the holiday break.
We get a...
Why that phone call is likely a hoax
I can assure you no reputable software company will reach out to you by phone to resolve an issue on your computer, especially a problem you do not know about.
Does it stack up? The $499 product that will shake-up your hair routine
The Airwrap’s younger (and cheaper) cousin, the Shark FlexStyle, is here. Does it stack up? The Weekender's Cassidy Pearce delivers her verdict
Government’s power to declare war
Recent terrorist attacks in Paris have ignited furious debate about the role that military action should play in defeating the terrorist group known as...
A COVID-19 vaccine is coming, so what does the law say?
Debate continues to bluster along at breakneck speed as talk of a COVID-19 vaccine being available in early 2021 dominates headlines.
Being focused at work
Whether you work from home or in a more traditional workplace, there are distractions everywhere.
Some of those distractions are unrelated to work – chatting...
