An Outage Leaves ANZ Customers Frustrated and Unable to Access Accounts September 29, 2023 Thousands of ANZ customers experienced frustration and inconvenience on Friday afternoon when a software malfunction caused a major network outage, preventing access to banking services. The outage, which began at 1.37pm, affected the bank’s app, internet banking, credit and debit card […]
ANZ Banking Service Outages Cause Frustration and Financial Disruption October 25, 2021 ANZ banking, one of Australia‘s largest banking institutions, is currently experiencing widespread service outages, leaving customers unable to access online banking, credit and debit cards, ATM services, and branches. Since 1pm on Friday, more than 8000 people have reported service disruptions on the […]
Remnant Whisky Co. Releases The Golden Fleece: A Tasmanian Whisky Treasure The Unusual Story Behind Remnant Whisky Co. Remnant Whisky Co. is an award-winning independent bottler based in Tasmania, renowned for its exceptional quality single malt whiskies. The brand’s latest creation, The Golden Fleece, is a 10-year-old Tasmanian single malt whisky that aims to challenge […]
AIA NZ Partners with Smartshares for Transition of Unit-Linked Portfolio Collaboration to Ensure Seamless Transition AIA New Zealand, a leading insurer, has announced a collaboration with Smartshares, an investment funds manager and subsidiary of NZX, to facilitate a smooth and cost-efficient transition of the insurer’s $500 million unit-linked policy portfolio into SuperLife funds. This partnership […]
AIA NZ Collaborates with Smartshares for Transition of Unit-Linked Portfolio Background In a recent announcement, AIA NZ, a prominent insurance company, has revealed its partnership with Smartshares, a New Zealand-based investment funds manager. The collaboration aims to facilitate the smooth transition of AIA NZ’s $500 million unit-linked policy portfolio into SuperLife funds, which are managed […]
Gold Plummets to a 3-Week Low as the Strength of the Greenback Pummels the Precious Metal The Fall of Gold In recent days, the price of gold has taken a sharp decline, reaching a three-week low. This sudden drop can be attributed to the strength of the greenback, which has been pummeling the precious metal […]
The Rise of Dunith Wellalage: A Promising Talent in International Cricket Introduction Dunith Wellalage, a 20-year-old all-rounder from Colombo, Sri Lanka, has taken the cricketing world by storm with his remarkable batting and bowling prowess. Since his captivating debut in June 2022, Wellalage has left an indelible mark on the sport. His journey is a […]
Super to Pension Journey Not Without Its Hiccups Introduction In a recent article by financial expert Paul Benson, he provides valuable advice to retirees who have converted their superannuation into a pension. Benson explains that while there is nothing inherently wrong with keeping your savings in a balanced investment option, there are considerations to be […]
Pensions Part Five: Your Retirement Mop Up A Full Financial Review As you approach retirement, it’s crucial to do a full financial review. Many individuals often overlook this step, preferring to ask ‘quick questions’ at the bar rather than seeking professional advice. However, understanding your financial situation is key to a successful retirement. One important […]
Warren Buffett Turns 93: His Top Investment Advice and Succession Plan Warren Buffett, the esteemed chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, celebrates his 93rd birthday today, marking yet another milestone in his remarkable career as one of the most revered business figures of our time. Fondly known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” Buffett’s influence on […]