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Straining waistlines, straining budgets: The sugar tax and the cost of obesity
7/11/2012
Straining waistlines, straining budgets: The sugar tax and the cost of obesity
Recent data indicates that Australians are making the wrong decisions when it comes to diet. But these choices are costing us billions every year...
Men's health in Australia
31/10/2012
Men's health in Australia
Did you know that Australian males continue to have lower life expectancy than females? Read on to find out about the associated reasons.
Looking after your kids
31/10/2012
Looking after your kids
A recent ABS report highlights the negative effects the death of a parent can have on a child's future education, employment and income.
The world's best sporting events
25/10/2012
The world's best sporting events
Rare experiences that come with big trips require planning and savings. Take out life insurance to make the sure your family can enjoy the experiences you've planned.
The long work week
25/10/2012
The long work week
Longer hours at the desk may be sweet for the pay packet, but too many can have a detrimental effect on your health and wellbeing.
Unforgettable family trips
18/10/2012
Unforgettable family trips
Family trips come with unforgettable moments, but also with costs. Take out life insurance to ensure that your family doesn't have to miss out on the experiences you have planned.
Paying for a university education
18/10/2012
Paying for a university education
A university education brings many benefits, but don't underestimate the financial resources required to cover tuition fees and living costs in Australia.
Health update: Australia's Health 2012
20/09/2012
Health update: Australia's Health 2012
The AIWH 2012 report gives some interesting insights into our health as a nation. Check out some of the recent trends revealed in the report.
D-DIY (Don't Do-It-Yourself)
20/09/2012
D-DIY (Don't Do-It-Yourself)
Illegal DIY work can put you at risk of extra costs, injury or death. Leave electrical or plumbing work to qualified professionals.
Women's health in Australia
13/09/2012
Women's health in Australia
Understanding the diseases and health risk differences between men and women can result in better health and wellbeing outcomes.
The perfect exercise: Achieving your fitness goals
13/09/2012
The perfect exercise: Achieving your fitness goals
We may look for different things in an exercise regime, but everyone wants to be happy and healthy. Find your perfect exercise here.
Dangerous sports
13/09/2012
Dangerous sports
Even seemingly harmless sports can cause injury. We look at typical injuries for popular sports.
The importance of a healthy childhood
30/08/2012
The importance of a healthy childhood
Encouraging children to lead a healthy lifestyle can reduce their chance of developing preventable chronic diseases later in life.
Choosing a baby name
30/08/2012
Choosing a baby name
Like deciding on a name, taking out life insurance is a decision that could affect your children for the rest of their lives.
How successful was your Dry July?
23/08/2012
How successful was your Dry July?
The Dry July challenge can help illustrate how a healthy attitude towards alcohol can improve your quality of life.
Accessible housing
23/08/2012
Accessible housing
Permanently Unable to Work cover can provide you a lump sum payment to help with home modifications required to make your home accessible in the event of an accident or illness.
Staying fit in winter: Avoiding hibernation mode
11/07/2012
Staying fit in winter: Avoiding hibernation mode
Winter is often an excuse to eat comfort food and spend time on the couch. See how you can beat the unhealthy habits that we adopt in winter.
The warning signs of a heart attack
11/07/2012
The warning signs of a heart attack
Heart attacks can be deadly or leave a sufferer disabled. Recognise the warning signs of a heart attack to increase chances of survival and recovery.
Skier safety: Making the most of a ski trip
11/07/2012
Skier safety: Making the most of a ski trip
Many people will be planning to go skiing or snowboarding this winter. Check out our tips for staying safe at the snow.
Tattoos, spandex and life's big decisions
27/06/2012
Tattoos, spandex and life's big decisions
Deciding on the right life insurance plan is a serious decision. Take a step in the right direction and get a quote from Allianz today
The importance of having a Will
27/06/2012
The importance of having a Will
Like life insurance, a Will is important for securing the financial future of your family. See why.
The cost of a wedding: Couples spending $48K and more
11/06/2012
The cost of a wedding: Couples spending $48K and more
Getting married is one of life's milestones but with rising costs, it may be a good idea to cover your financial future with life insurance.
A life in full
11/06/2012
A life in full
Learn how life insurance can protect the dream of a life in full for your family.
Mortgage debt and your family's future
24/05/2012
Mortgage debt and your family's future
Mortgage debts can be inherited by your family in the event of a tragedy. Take out life insurance to secure your family's financial future.
How much life insurance is enough?
24/05/2012
How much life insurance is enough?
Underinsurance is a problem for 95% of Australians. Having life insurance can protect your family financially. So, how much life insurance is enough?
Drowning in credit card debt?
24/05/2012
Drowning in credit card debt?
Control your spending habits and avoid falling into the credit card debt cycle. Take out life insurance to secure your family's financial future.
Paying for private education
11/05/2012
Paying for private education
Private education can be very expensive. See how Life insurance can make sure that in the event of tragedy, your child's education is not compromised.
Cost of a critical illness
11/05/2012
Cost of a critical illness
The cost of treatment, rehabilitation and care from a critical illness can add up. See how life insurance can secure your family's financial future in the event of critical illness.
Choosing the right insurance
13/04/2012
Choosing the right insurance
A comparison between funeral and life insurance and why it may be more worthwhile for you to take out life insurance.
Find out how life insurance can help your family if you are faced with an organ transplant
4/04/2012
Find out how life insurance can help your family if you are faced with an organ transplant
Find out how life insurance can help your family if you are faced with an organ transplant.
Preparing for the Easter Holidays
3/04/2012
Preparing for the Easter Holidays
With the Easter holiday just around the corner, we look at ways to stay safe and relaxed when taking a trip.
Critical Illnesses
19/03/2012
Critical Illnesses
Your chance of surviving a critical illness is now higher than ever before but the costs of treatment may add up. See how life insurance can make sure that your family's financial future is secured.
Monetary and health benefits of quitting smoking
2/03/2012
Monetary and health benefits of quitting smoking
Smoking causes more preventable illnesses and deaths than any other drug.
Why we buy life insurance
2/03/2012
Why we buy life insurance
In a time of grief, the last thing our loved ones should have to worry about is money.
Life insurance: Why both partners should be insured
29/02/2012
Life insurance: Why both partners should be insured
Situations today no longer mean that only the breadwinner of the family unit will benefit from taking out life insurance. Secure your family's financial future and make sure both you and your partner are insured.
Rising costs associated with cancer treatment
29/02/2012
Rising costs associated with cancer treatment
Cancer treatment costs are on the rise, take out life insurance to make sure that if you do get diagnosed you and your family are financially secure.
Lifestyle diseases and your health
17/02/2012
Lifestyle diseases and your health
The decisions you make today can have an enormous impact on your future and this could not be more true when it comes to your health: the lifestyle that you choose to lead can cause certain lifestyle diseases to develop.
Leading causes of death in Australia
16/02/2012
Leading causes of death in Australia
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS, 2009) data shows that medical illnesses are the leading causes of deaths in Australia.
Resolutions for 2012: make health a priority
16/02/2012
Resolutions for 2012: make health a priority
There's never a bad time to make a resolution, particularly when it comes to looking after your health.
Modern lifestyle costs
16/02/2012
Modern lifestyle costs
Modern lifestyle costs are high and hard to maintain without the proper financial security that life insurance can provide.
Holiday road toll
16/02/2012
Holiday road toll
Holiday season road safety. Be responsible and drive safely to avoid being a road toll statistic.
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