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Since 2008 the Aussie dollar has been rising against most currencies. The headline exchange rate is always A$ versus US$ and after a period of near parity the A$ seems to have settled comfortably over that level.

There is no other country like Australia. But how do we compare with others, Canada for example. Both Australia and Canada started out in the same way as colonies of Great Britain before they became Federations.

Sydney was first and now Auckland and Brisbane have followed in allowing you to climb their iconic bridges.There are only three bridges that can be legally climbed in the world – and they are all down under.

While Australia may have sailed through the Global Financial Crisis seemingly unscathed, the economic environment has changed. This means a review of your plan to rebuild wealth and/or generate an income is important.

We live in a world where we are often asked to show our ID. If you are investing, banking or taking out a loan you will need to prove who you are.

The media would have us believe that some large companies are making ‘obscene’ profits. But what are the facts?

The Kimberley region of northwest Australia is wild and untouched, rugged and beautiful, yet easy to visit and enjoy.

2010 will go down in history as yet another year full of uncertainty and surprises. As the developing nations in Asia continue to thrive with an expanding middle class and significant wealth creation many of the developed nations in the West are struggling to cope with the financial and social consequences of their new austerity measures.

A - It all depends on which stage of retirement you are in We are all living longer and retirement can last for 25 years and more. Your needs, desires and income requirements will vary throughout those years.