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It's that time of year already. The cheapest way to prepare for back-to-school is to reuse what you have already. More

Playing With FIRE is a powerful new documentary about the early retirement movement. More

The night my son lost his first tooth, the only cash in the house was a $5 note, writes Serina Bird. That set an expensive precedent for the Tooth Fairy. More

With many parts of Australia experiencing the worst drought in memory, many places are under water restrictions. Here's how to reduce your usage and slash your water bill. More

"My friend Mark at school has a mobile phone," my son said last week. He's seven. So when is the right time to give your kids their first phone? More

The new Entertainment Book is out, so just how much money can you save with something that sets you back $60? More

May 18 will be the largest retail day of the year for Aldi Australia, as thousands queue to snap up a bargain at the annual snow gear sale. Here's how to survive the crush. More

Everyone knows that one of the quickest ways to save money is to eat home-cooked meals, but even the most die-hard penny pincher wants to eat out occasionally. More

"But I paid good money for that!" It's a familiar feeling for anyone Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. But there is a cost to holding onto things you don't need. More

Back to school expenses often hit at a bad time for many families. These are some of my tips for easing back into the school year the frugal way. More