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Joshua Davis

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Bonds in the current climate

The Global Financial Crisis (GFC) has certainly proved to be a testing time for investors. With shares and property valuations in dramatic decline, many have looked to the so-called ‘safe haven’ of bonds for the income and capital stability that they can provide. However, during this crisis we have seen the landscape and the dynamics of investments change considerably and bonds have not been immune.

Recognition of same-sex couples approved

In November last year the Federal Parliament approved the removal of discrimination against same-sex couples from a wide range of Commonwealth laws.

Federal Budget summary

As widely expected, the Federal Budget delivered on 12 May 2009 contained a number of proposals aimed at stimulating the economy, protect jobs and fund the deficit.

Housing affordability

The issue of housing affordability has taken a decade to unfold and cannot be fixed overnight. Furthermore, recent economic conditions have increased the strain on household living costs, leading to further affordability problems.


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