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What Australians need to know about privacy law in 2025 (Privacy Act & your rights)

Australians are increasingly concerned about how their personal data is collected, shared, and protected in 2025. With significant updates to the Privacy Act and stronger consumer rights on the horizon, it's vital to understand what's changing, who's covered, and how to take action if your privacy is breached. Recent high-profile data breaches affecting millions of Australians—from Optus to Medibank—have highlighted…

By Amanda Foster

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Medicare Levy Surcharge: when hospital cover saves you tax (and when it doesn’t)

Higher-income Australians face an extra tax if they don't hold eligible private hospital cover. The Medicare Levy Surcharge can add up to 1.5% to your annual tax bill — that's $2,160 extra…

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How Can You Make a Complaint to an Ombudsman in Australia?

Your energy bill has doubled overnight with no explanation. You've called the provider three times, spent hours on hold, and received conflicting information each time. The complaint you lodged weeks…

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