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Resources to help our communities build their financial confidence, fostering sustainability and growth.
7 steps to business success.
From managing cash flow, business planning through to managing growth and more, this video has the information you need. Watch our video to discover the 7 steps you can take to business success.
Watch nowMob Pod - Gabrielle Fry and Samantha Campbell from Coolamon Creative
Samantha Campbell and Gabrielle Fry, own and operate Coolamon Creative, a small creative business, based in Alice Springs. Both sisters share a strong passion for visual storytelling. They talk candidly to Lisa Gissing from Westpac’s Davidson Institute about the lessons learnt and why finance education is so important in business.
Listen now7 steps to business success.
LIVE EVENT
Thursday February 9 @ 2.00pm (Sydney time)
From managing cash flow, business planning through to managing growth and more, this online event has loads of information. Join our online event to discover the 7 steps you can take to business success.
Find out moreManaging your home loan to get ahead.
There is a perception that a home is a place we live in, and an investment property is something that we make money from. But your home is not just your castle, have you thought about how to leverage it to finance things such as investments, education and more?
Our video 'Managing your home loan to get ahead' will focus on how you can use your home to grow your wealth and ways to help you achieve your financial goals.
Watch nowFinancial governance for NFPs.
Many people become involved in not-for-profit organisations because they are passionate about the purpose of that organisation. Good financial governance is vital to being able to continue to provide that service to the community. Find out more about this important aspect in this video.
Watch now7 financial tips for NFP's - video.
Do you run or are involved with a Not-For-Profit organisation? Watch this video to discover 7 tips to become more financially and business savvy when it comes to your NFP.
Watch nowUnderstanding financial statements.
LIVE EVENT
Thursday February 23 @ 2.00pm (Sydney time)
Financial statements contain a wealth of information that business owners can use to improve their business performance. Our 'Understanding financial statements' live online learning event helps unlock this information so you can better understand the story behind the numbers in your business.
Find out moreMy business plan.
Are you about to start your own business? Do you have a business plan? Have you been in business for a while? When did you last review your business plan? This Business plan template uses the 7Ps framework to help you ask the right questions when building or reviewing your plan.
Download nowBuying your first home.
LIVE WEBINAR
Tuesday October 18 @ 6.30pm
Are you in the market for your first home? Not sure where to start or what information to look for? Join our 'Buying your first home' webinar and learn what steps you need to take to help buy your dream home.
Register nowMob Pod - Cara Peek from Cultural Intelligence Project
Cara Peek is a multi-award-winning social disruptor from Remote Northern Australia. She identifies as many things, a Yawuru/Bunuba woman, a successful lawyer, a diverse entrepreneurial leader, and an innovative Cultural Intelligence Strategist.
The Davidson Institute’s Lisa Gissing talks to Cara about her journey and her thoughts on NAIDOC 2022.
Listen nowMob Pod: Shantelle Thompson - Kiilalaana Foundation
The Davidson Institute’s Lisa Gissing talks to Shantelle Thompson, founder of Kiilalaana Foundation which strives to empower, guide and connect Aboriginal women and girls to their Warrior Heart, healing and culture. Shantelle shares her story and how she is creating a safe space for First Nations young women to come together to strengthen their identity and connection to culture.
Listen nowHow do I manage and protect a lump sum of money?
Have you recently received a large amount of money? This video discusses some hints and tips that may help you and your family manage your money today and for the future.
Watch nowBuying your first home.
Are you in the market for your first home? Not sure where to start or what information to look for? Watch our 'Buying your first home' video and learn what steps you need to take to help buy your dream home.
Watch nowInvesting
Want to invest but unsure where or how to start? Investing is one way to create wealth and achieve your financial goals but for many new investors it can be a daunting prospect. Our ‘Investing’ video will walk you through investment strategy, the many investment options available, and how to choose the right one for you.
Watch nowBe credit healthy.
Borrowing is just one tool that we can use to get the things we want. But when is the right time to borrow? And how do we ensure we are not ‘borrowing ourselves into trouble’?
Watch nowPlanning for your financial future.
Many people have a very clear vision of how they want their life to play out from a personal perspective and a career perspective. This 'Planning for your financial future' video takes a high level, long term view of a financial plan that can help you to achieve your life goals.
Watch nowMy money plan.
A budget is an empowering financial tool to help you take control of your money and financial future. But how do you create a budget that truly works for you?
Watch nowMob Pod: Melinda Brown – Spirit Dreaming Australia.
Melinda Brown is a Ngunnawal woman and is the Director of Spirit Dreaming Education and Training Solutions and Australian Family Group Conferencing. She speaks with Lisa Gissing about what she loves most about being a business owner and the importance of cash flow.
Listen nowMob Pod: Trish Frail - Thulii Ngemba Cafe.
Trish Frail, owner and operator of Thulii Ngemba café in Brewarina in North West NSW has converted her backyard into a café that specialises in cooking everything with a native ingredient. She shares her business lessons learnt and the joy she has in being a business owner.
Listen nowHelpful steps to buying your first home.
The Australian property market is in a transformative period with unprecedented demand, low stocks, and some of our lowest interest rates ever, making it even more challenging for women looking to buy their first home. Here’s some helpful tips to get you underway.
Read nowChecklist: Helpful tips to buy your first home.
From saving your deposit to when you finally move in, there’s a lot to think about when buying a new home. That’s where a checklist can be helpful.
Download nowPhysical distancing at the ATM during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Charlie Yunupingu shares important things to remember when lining up at an ATM during the COVID-19 pandemic to help keep us all safe. Filmed in collaboration with SkinnyFish Music.
Please note: The audio for this video is in Yolngu Matha language with English subtitles.
Watch nowPhysical distancing while lining up during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Charlie Yunupingu shares important things to remember when lining up inside a Westpac branch during the COVID-19 pandemic to help keep us all safe. Filmed in collaboration with SkinnyFish Music.
Please note: The audio for this video is in Yolngu Matha language with English subtitles.
Watch nowImportance of handwashing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Charlie Yunupingu shares the importance of handwashing during the COVID-19 pandemic to help keep us all safe. Filmed in collaboration with SkinnyFish Music.
Please note: The audio for this video is in Yolngu Matha language with English subtitles.
Watch nowDoes mixing love and money work?
There are some simple steps you can take to lend money to a partner, while protecting yourself and your finances. Read more in this Ruby Connection guide.
Read nowMobPod: Florence Drummond – Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia
The Davidson Institute’s Lisa Gissing talks to Florence Drummond, CEO and Co-Founder of Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA), about how she turned a social network into a business to create opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in the mining and resources sector across Australia.
Listen nowMob Pod: Rachelle Towart, Pipeline Talent.
The Davidson Institute’s Lisa Gissing talks to Rachelle Towart about her journey and the importance of planning and money management in running a successful business like Pipeline Talent.
Listen nowHumbugging.
Have you got family or friends asking for money? Are you being Humbugged? Read Coen, Jean, and Kirra’s stories along with some tips to consider in protecting your money.
Download nowBuilding financial confidence in Indigenous communities.
As accredited Financial Wellbeing Champions with Westpac’s Davidson Institute, Darren and Leigh deliver financial education to Indigenous communities. Read why they joined the program and the impact the education is having locally.
Read nowBuy Now Pay Later
Buy now pay later services like Afterpay and Zip Pay allows you to buy something now and pay for it later. It’s important to understand these services and how they work before you sign up so you don’t end up like Kylie in this article.
Download nowIWD2021 #Choosetochallenge … financially.
This year's theme for International Women's Day is #Choosetochallenge. Our challenge for you from the Davidson Institute is to boost your financial confidence, Not only does this help improve your own financial wellbeing but it has potential benefits for the broader community too.
Read nowOpening a bank account checklist.
Need to open a bank account? This handy checklist can help you prepare what you need.
Download nowDigital card – Shopping with your mobile phone.
Imagine going shopping with just your mobile phone. It’s now possible with digital cards. This article explains what a digital card is and how to use it.
Read nowMy money planner.
A money plan can help you manage your money today and save for the future.
This money planner takes you through a simple step-by-step process to help build a budget that can support you and your family to achieve your money goals.
Download nowMoney Diary.
Understanding where your money goes can help you take control and create opportunities for you and your family. A money diary may be useful to help identify how you're using your money. Download your money diary today to help you achieve your money dreams and goals.
Download nowMob Pod - Sandra Creamer from NATSIWA
The Davidson Institute's Lisa Gissing, talks to Sandra Creamer, CEO of NATSIWA, about their work in the community and why good money management is crucial in running a successful organisation.
Listen nowLump Sum of Money: Managing & Protecting.
Have you recently received a large amount of money? Check out some hints and tips that may help you and your family manage and keep your money safe today and for tomorrow.
Read nowExperts Angle: Helping you stay safe from scammers.
Greg Gebhart from the ESafety Commissioner talks through a number of common questions from what a scam is, to different types of scams and what you can do to help protect you and your money from scammers.
Watch nowManaging Money guide.
There are many reasons finances can get off track but it’s important to take steps to get back on track as soon as possible. Our Managing Money guide is a step by step aid to help you get your finances back under control.
Download nowHelping you stay safe from scammers.
Have you been scammed? Be aware. Protect you and your family. Check out our 6 tips to help keep you and your money safe.
Download nowMob Pod - Peter Foster from Hymba Yumba Independent School.
Peter Foster in the principal of Hymba Yumba Independent School. In this interview with Davidson Institute’s Lisa Gissing, Peter talks about the way the school has pivoted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Listen nowMob Pod - Paul Dodd from Corporate Culcha.
Paul Dodd is the CEO, Director and Principal Consultant of Corporate Culcha. In this interview with Lisa Gissing from Westpac's Davidson Institute, Paul talks about the importance of staying positive and pivoting, where it makes sense, during uncertain times.
Listen nowMob Pod - Bronwyn Covill from Need a Tutor.
Bronwyn Covill is the CEO of Need a Tutor. Bronwyn talks about how learning changes lives and that as an organisation they are determined to remove barriers that prevent remote and Indigenous students from accessing educational support.
Listen nowHow the bank can protect my money.
There are a number of ways the bank can help you to protect and keep your money safe. How does the bank really know that they are dealing with you? What can you do to also help protect your money. Here are a couple of handy hints.
Read nowA quick guide to effective financial governance.
This guide helps to understand basic governance requirements of a not for profit organisation.
Download nowGood spending habits.
Good spending habits can help you build new opportunities for you and your family. This short video explores some hints and tips for developing good spending habits.
Watch nowMy money plan.
By looking at the money coming into your bank account and how you spend that money you can start to build your own money plan, or budget, for the future. This short video explains how.
Watch now7 innovation essentials for community organisations.
Not for profit organisations can benefit greatly from taking an innovative approach to facing the many challenges present in today’s society.
Read now5 good governance essentials for not for profit organisations.
Governance is critical for community organisations, to focus on the activities that contribute most to their mission, use their resources effectively and ensure they are managed in the best interests of stakeholder groups.
Read nowA guide to regaining your financial independence.
Many of us find managing our finances difficult at the best of times, but these challenges are often amplified if you’ve experienced domestic and family violence, including financial abuse. This is module 2 from a series of 3 guides to help you navigate through this difficult time.
Download nowA guide to protecting yourself from financial abuse.
Many of us find managing our finances difficult at the best of times, but these challenges are often amplified if you’ve experienced domestic and family violence, including financial abuse. This is module 1 from a series of 3 guides to help you navigate through this difficult time.
Download nowA guide to rebuilding your financial future.
Many of us find managing our finances difficult at the best of times, but these challenges are often amplified if you’ve experienced domestic and family violence, including financial abuse. This is module 3 from a series of 3 guides to help you navigate through this difficult time.
Download nowGuide for Community Financial Officers.
The Guide for Community Financial Officers is designed to help Financial Officers of community organisations, of all shapes and sizes, to take on the role with greater knowledge and confidence and to help Board Members to understand what is required of a Financial Officer.
Download nowFinancial governance for NFPs.
Many people become involved in not-for-profit organisations because they are passionate about the purpose of that organisation. Good financial governance is vital to being able to continue to provide that service to the community. Find out more about this important aspect in this video.
Watch now7 financial tips for NFPs - video.
Do you run or are involved with a Not-For-Profit organisation? Watch this video to discover 7 tips to become more financially and business savvy when it comes to your NFP.
Watch nowTransferring money overseas.
There are many reasons why, once you have arrived in Australia that you may need to transfer money overseas. There are a number of different ways you can do that.
Watch nowTax in Australia.
If you work in Australia, you will most likely pay a portion of your pay to the government in the form of taxes. These taxes are then used to provide services such as roads, health, and education. Having a basic understanding of the taxation system helps you make sure you are paying the right amount of tax.
Watch nowSuperannuation in Australia.
Australia has a retirement savings scheme known as superannuation. If you are working in Australia then you will be required to participate. This video briefly explains what superannuation is and how you can make the most of these long term savings.
Watch nowFinancial first steps in Australia.
This ‘Financial first steps in Australia’ guide aims to help you understand more about the financial system in Australia and how to manage your money in your new home.
Download nowNot for profit organisations.
Discover useful tools and resources designed to help meet the specific financial needs of running a not for profit organisation.
Learn moreWomen
We work with Ruby Connection, a platform where a group of like-minded women come together and become not only more financially confident, but more empowered about what they can achieve for their futures.
Learn moreMulticultural
A collection of helpful financial resources for those who've recently moved to Australia or don't speak English as their first language.
Learn moreFirst Nations People
Financial education resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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