How to better spot and avoid online marketplace scams

Online buying and selling scams are on the rise in Australia. Learn warning signs and simple steps to help protect your money.

What to look for when buying your first property

In a competitive market, it pays to know which features can add to a home's value. We talk to the experts to find out.

Adam Liaw's budget-friendly recipes

Easy chicken and spinach curry

This freezer-friendly spinach and chicken curry recipe is filled with flavour and quick to prepare.

Stir-fried fish with broccoli stems

Stretch your grocery budget with this light, flavourful stir-fry that makes use of broccoli stems.

Baked potato party and honey toast sundaes

Pair two low-cost but impressive recipes: a loaded baked potato spread and indulgent honey toast sundaes.

Leftover-bolognese burrito bowls

Give last night’s spaghetti bolognese a second life with a handful of pantry staples and fresh toppings.

Slow cooker beef stew with parmesan toast

Turn budget-friendly beef chuck into a rich, slow-cooked meat stew that’s perfect for feeding a family.

Roasted-vegetable soup with herb bread

This clever recipe makes use of leftover or seasonal produce for a cost-effective, comforting meal.

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How to better spot and avoid online marketplace scams

Online buying and selling scams are on the rise in Australia. Learn warning signs and simple steps to help protect your money.

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Comedian Anisa Nandaula reflects on money matters

Comedian Anisa Nandaula opens up on The Brighter Side about finance lessons, her spending style and managing money in the entertainment industry.
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How to build wealth when money's tight

These practical steps can help you manage money, stretch your income and build financial security.
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How to identify problem gambling

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Travel scams to watch out for

Travel plans can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. We share expert tips on common scams to beware of when planning your next holiday.

Watch The Brighter Side

Our TV series is back, returning to 10 with more practical tips, bright ideas and inspiration to help us all get financially fit. We team up with Georgie Tunny, Narelda Jacobs, Adam Liaw, Jess Irvine and some well-known Aussies to explore the brighter side of money and life.

Watch and stream The Brighter Side, Fridays at 8.30pm on 10.

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Watch The Brighter Side

Our TV series is back, returning to 10 with more practical tips, bright ideas and inspiration to help us all get financially fit. We team up with Georgie Tunny, Narelda Jacobs, Adam Liaw, Jess Irvine and some well-known Aussies to explore the brighter side of money and life.

Watch and stream The Brighter Side, Fridays at 8.30pm on 10.

Find out more

Boost your Financial Fitness

Access practical lessons to help you make your money go further today and plan for a brighter tomorrow.

Our five-part online Financial Fitness Program is designed to equip you with the simple and practical steps you can start taking today, whether it’s learning to invest, mastering your money mindset or learning some new savings tricks.

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Boost your Financial Fitness

Access practical lessons to help you make your money go further today and plan for a brighter tomorrow.

Our five-part online Financial Fitness Program is designed to equip you with the simple and practical steps you can start taking today, whether it’s learning to invest, mastering your money mindset or learning some new savings tricks.

Get started

Download the latest magazine

The Brighter Side is back and you can get a glimpse into what to expect in the latest issue of Brighter magazine. Learn ways to stay on track with your finances and discover how small business owners turned ideas into reality. Plus, more budget-friendly tips and stories.

Download the latest issue below or pick up a copy in your local CommBank branch.

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