Opposition leader Bill Shorten actually mentioned ‘women’ during his budget reply speech last night, a word that did not feature in the Treasurer’s speech two nights earlier. Bianca…
Federal Budget recap: What exactly is in it for women?
While the 2018 Federal Budget had some positives in tax relief, there is nothing that directly addresses the economic disadvantage of Australian women. Yes there’s some tax relief but make no m…
Labor’s promise to axe tampon tax just start of focus that should be on women this budget
The removal of Australia’s Tampon Tax is long overdue. But the promise must be matched by the Turnbull Government, and more work is needed to get our attention on tax and super, writes Financy e…
A footy boss first: Raelene Castle appointed head of Rugby Australia
Raelene Castle is expected to be formally announced as Rugby Australia’s new chief executive today. So what does it mean for women? Bianca Hartge-Hazelman from Financy takes a look. Well it’s f…
Bitcoin? Low rates & high property prices may tempt Gen Y women
Will Gen Y women flock to Bitcoin, rejecting traditional investment options? Bianca Hartge-Hazelman from Financy reckons the lure is stronger than many people think. Between the digital currency Bitc…
Is board gender diversity failing women, or is it just Lisa Wilkinson?
NINE should technically be a leader on gender diversity, according to the Financy Women’s Index. So if it couldn’t do right by Lisa Wilkinson, what hope is there for the rest of us? Financ…
A women’s workforce participation record! The data showing female economic progress
Our Friend’s at Financy have just released their Jube Women’s Index, showing Australian women are making economic progress but more needs to be done to sustain momentum. Below, Financy co-…
The push for flexible work must extend beyond women
Flexible work isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a matter of national importance and Australia needs to get with the program, writes Financy co-founder and editor Bianca Hartge-Hazelma…
Tax experts say tampon tax should be ‘removed’
Tampons might not be tax free, or even tax deducible but they do have a new champion to fight for the women who use them, writes Bianca Hartge-Hazelman from Financy. In a first, one of the country…
Budget 2017: Six areas that could affect your financial position
It’s Budget Day! These are the predictions affecting women you need to know about, thanks to Financy founder and editor, Bianca Hartge-Hazelman. Tonight’s Federal Budget is shaping up to be one…
