A question often asked by psychologists, educators and curious minds alike. The Weekly's financial expert, Virginia Graham, poses it from a financial point of view.

Financial times are tough. We may even be in a recession, however that doesn’t stop 80 per cent of Aussies from hiding purchases from their loved ones during times of economic crisis. You could be forgiven for believing that the purse strings should be held a little tighter in the current financial climate, however most […]

Whenever you set out to achieve anything in life there are always changes that need to occur. Your changes will affect the people around you and you need to be aware of this fact. To reach your desired destination you need to plan. This includes your direction, how you are going to get there, the […]

If you spent money on your child’s education between July 2008 and June 2009 you may be eligible for a tax break on your child’s education expenses. In fact, the Government Education Tax Refund allows you to claim up to 50 per cent of eligible education-related expenses* for your children. Make the most of your […]

Tweak your family's finances with these cost-effective tips.

Drop the baggage If you want to start something new with somebody, it’s unlikely to happen or be successful if you’ve got a ton of emotional baggage hanging around. Signs that you still need to let go are… You still think about your ex a lot – more than three or four times a week/day/minute. […]

Economics is an argument not a science, which means two opposing theories can both be right. So how do we know what’s the right thing to do? We’ve nutted out the common mistakes beginner investors make. Indecision Doing nothing- if you are too fearful about investing and so do nothing then you will get no […]

Once upon a time gardeners believed that flowers and herbs had more power if gathered by moonlight – especially if you planted them for spells and potions. Maybe this was because some plants are more fragrant at night, as they try to attract night flying moths and other insects. Cool moist air also seems to […]

South Australia's Flinders Ranges have always been famous for their great plates of red rock rather than their gourmet offerings, but times have changed.

With its spectacular views of South Australia's Flinders Ranges, Rawnsley Park Station is an unforgettable destination - and now its eco-villas allow you to enjoy it all in great comfort and style.