Patrick Wright

Father of five Sam Alderton-Johnson focuses on "quality over quantity" on school holidays — both for family and work.

Surcharges for alternative milks are often a source of frustration for cafe customers. Here’s why you might be asked to pay extra.

Black Friday sales offer good deals, but retailers aren’t obliged to provide a refund for items that aren’t faulty.

If you have a pet, it's important to be on the lookout for ticks as we head into the warmer months.

Australians have billions of dollars of unclaimed money from bank accounts, investments, insurance and superannuation. 

Small improvements in your superannuation's performance or fees can make a significant difference in retirement.

A US regulator has introduced a "click to cancel" rule to make it easier to cancel subscription services. What are the rules in Australia?

In warm, damp weather, leaving your shoes near the front door can lead to mould infestations.

Dr Becky Black was in her 50s when she realised she was a "highly sensitive person". She says the concept has helped her better understand herself.

If you work with people in different parts of the country, the first week of daylight saving can cause all sorts of headaches.

It's often cheaper to buy private label or "home brand" groceries. But they're also often more profitable for the supermarkets.

From steak salad and an option for vegetarians, here are some ideas to make this year's grand final party the best ever.

Doctors are concerned that parents are buying melatonin supplements from overseas online retailers without a prescription.

Donna and Greg were both in their 40s when they lost their partners to cancer. After meeting in a support group, they found love again.

When financial planner Rebecca Pritchard was starting her family, she used a little-known strategy called contribution splitting to keep her superannuation ticking over.

Two dads share their experiences of shifting to part-time work after having children.

We should be reviewing our wills and estate plans every two to three years, estates lawyer Gillian Hunter says.

Heard of the "five stages" of grief? Psychologists say the model is problematic and not supported by evidence.

You're about to do school drop-off and your child says they want to stay home. So, what should you do?

In 2022, Jarred Holt and his family moved to Arezzo, a small town in Tuscany. Here's why they decided to come home. 

There have been questions about the use of "forever chemicals" in the coatings of non-stick cookware. Should we be concerned?

After Benn's newborn son died, people didn’t know how to respond. But when grief is under acknowledged, it can be harmful and isolating, psychologists say.

Card surcharges are banned in some countries, but they are legal in Australia. Here are some ways you can avoid paying extra.

Putting in an offer for a property can be stressful. Here's what to know if you're looking to buy. 

Environmental advocacy groups have raised concerns about chemical solvents used in decaf coffee. Should we be worried?