So when is a recession not really a recession? Apparently, according to Federal treasurer Wayne Swan, when it’s “a period of negative growth”. How very comforting. A period of contracting economic adjustment is far nicer than the “R” word, (more…)
The media is filled with a daily diet of reports on the economy - ranging from oil and grocery prices, collapsing housing markets and falls on the stock market, to interest rates, unemployment and recession.
Meanwhile, ordinary people are struggling to put healthy food on the table. (more…)
Not everyone has to descend into the perceived loss of confidence and self-worth that often goes hand in hand with the loss of a meaningful and fulfilling occupation.
Some are fortunate enough to get a wake-up call before they retire, (more…)