Travel
Electric car owners dodge road charge but pay more tax
13 May
Australia’s electric car drivers may escape a road-user charge for another year but will pay more tax under measures revealed in the federal budget. The changes are part of several reforms to support low-emission vehicles in the budget, including...[Read More]
End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge
6 May
Australian motorists should pay a fee for every kilometre they drive in order to maintain and build the nation’s road network, according to two studies into transport reform. But the reports, released on Wednesday, disagree over who should pay...[Read More]
Caveat empty: car buyers beware fuel and range promises
29 April
Drivers have been warned to be “deeply sceptical” of automakers’ claims after several popular hybrid and petrol cars were caught using significantly more fuel than advertised. Many electric vehicles are also stopping short of their promised...[Read More]
You’re probably wrong about fuel-efficient driving
15 April
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson once proved that the 414-horsepower, V8-engined, bellowing petrolhead pin-up BMW M3 could be even more eco-friendly than the famously thrifty Toyota Prius. To do this, in 2008 he ran an experiment in no way...[Read More]
Fuel pain to last longer despite tax cut kicking in
1 April
Motorists will need to wait longer for cheaper fuel as a tax cut might take weeks to start flowing through the bowser, as Labor resists turning to fuel rationing to shore up supply. The federal government’s halving of the fuel tax will begin on...[Read More]
Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future
18 March
Almost two in five Australians are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle for their next car purchase, but many could change their minds if the government puts the brakes on a tax discount. The Australian Finance Industry Association revealed the...[Read More]
A guide to budget-friendly Australian travel with kids in tow
5 March
Australia is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and diverse landscapes, offering an endless array of family-friendly travel destinations. While the Land Down Under is known for its expansive wilderness and coastal charm,...[Read More]
Electric car sales may stall if tax policy changes gear
18 February
At launch, the Electric Car Discount was expected to help about 5000 Australians get behind the wheel of a quiet, low-emissions, battery-powered vehicle. The policy, introduced in 2022, removed the fringe benefits tax from some electric cars,...[Read More]
The gift of trust: How talking about us strengthens our business and community
4 December
Referrals mean more to us than words can easily express. When a happy client shares their experience and recommends us to a friend, colleague, or family member, it is one of the greatest compliments we can receive. We never take that trust for...[Read More]
Why you should take your annual leave
23 October
In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s easy to forget what really matters. Deadlines loom, inboxes overflow, and the “urgent” often takes precedence over the important. But if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s this: time is the...[Read More]
EV industry powers down tax talk amid surging sales
20 August
Electric vehicle sales have surged to record highs, but advocates warn it shouldn’t be used as an excuse to impose taxes and cut incentives. Australians bought 29,244 new battery electric vehicles in the three months to June 30, up from 17,901...[Read More]
‘Don’t slam brakes on EVs’: sparks fly over fee push
13 August
Motorists could face distance-based fees to drive on Australian roads as part of a proposed tax change expected to be on the menu of Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ economic roundtable. Momentum is building for a road user charge, seen by one federal...[Read More]
Make time for what matters: why you should take your annual leave
10 July
In the whirlwind of modern life, it’s easy to forget what really matters. Deadlines loom, inboxes overflow, and the “urgent” often takes precedence over the important. But if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s this: time is the...[Read More]
Hitting the brakes on EV, hybrid help could slow cuts
18 June
Australia risks stalling efforts to cut transport emissions if it does not reintroduce tax breaks and incentives for the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles. The Australian Finance Industry Association issued the warning on Monday with its EV...[Read More]
Election expected to drive confidence in electric cars
7 May
Electric vehicles are expected to grow in number and fall in price following the federal election as manufacturers and motorists gain confidence that regulations on low-emission transport will not change. Automotive experts issued the predictions on...[Read More]