Easter treats costing more? The rising price of chocolate in Australia
Australian shoppers are facing higher prices on chocolate in the lead‑up to Easter with reports of noticeable increases across shelves. An RMIT supply chain expert unpacks the complex and ever-changing reasons behind increased prices.
NAPLAN season – how parents can support children without adding pressure
As NAPLAN testing begins across Australia, many families feel pressure around how they should prepare their children. An RMIT education expert encourages parents to focus less on performance and more on emotional support.
Money lessons to teach your children at every age
Financial literacy is a commonly overlooked life skill, though it plays a crucial role in shaping children’s future decisions from their first car to planning for retirement. An RMIT expert shares age‑appropriate concepts and practical ways parents and carers can build money skills from childhood through to early adulthood.
Victoria's reserve price law is not the answer
The Victorian Government has announced a groundbreaking new law requiring real estate agents to publish a property’s reserve price at least seven days before auction or fixed-date sale, aiming to combat illegal underquoting.
