She's On The Money

Is Your Inner Broke Girl Blocking Your Financial Glow-Up?

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re earning more, budgeting better, and technically doing everything right... so why does spending still make you feel like you’re one ...

5 Shares That Skyrocketed Last Financial Year (And What You Can Learn From Them)

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into five shares that absolutely popped off last financial year, and what they can actually teach us about smart in...

The Money Diaries of an Aussie Girlbossing in New York

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it’s really like to chase your dreams in the Big Apple? In this week's ep, we’re cracking open a glam, gritty, and oh-s...

The Super Catch-Up Plan You Need and a Pep Talk for When You Feel Behind

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever celebrated hitting a big financial milestone... and then you take a look at what your friends are doing and suddenly your win doesn&rsqu...

Nartarsha Bamblett on Turning Her Gift Into a Business

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve heard her voice open every ep... but this week, we’re handing her the mic for real. In this Business Diary edition, we’re get...

The Reality of Grief and Managing Their Estate

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt like life just keeps testing you… one heartbreak after another? This week’s Money Diary isn’t just about grief, it&r...

Do You Actually Want to Buy a House or Just Feel Like You Should?

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It starts as a simple question: should I buy a house or invest in the share market? What begins as a classic money dilemma quickly unravels into a muc...

EOFY Glow-Up: 5 Ways to Get Your Finances Together, Fast

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like your 2025 money goals ghosted you around February? You’re not alone... and babe, it’s time for a financial glow-up. In this epis...

“I Had No Plan B”... Now She’s Building Wealth Like a Boss

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when your entire career plan falls apart.... and you're 26, jobless, and living back with your parents? This week’s Money Di...

This Car Finance Mistake Could Cost You Thousands

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re talking about one of the biggest money traps out there: car finance. It seems simple... buy the car, pay it off... but wha...

How to Copy the Investing Strategy Behind One of the Biggest Fortunes on The Planet

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the secret to building a trillion dollar fortune wasn’t flashy trades or risky crypto bets, but something so boring, it’s actually...

It’s Never Too Late For a Financial Glow-Up

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She thought she was good with money. Her salary was solid. Her bills were paid. She was even traveling. Life looked fine... until it wasn’t. Thi...

Should You Save or Invest Right Now? And a Spicy Inheritance Dilemma

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve finally built up a bit of savings, so… what now? Do you keep stockpiling cash, or is it time to back yourself and start investing?...

Can Refinancing Really Save You Thousands?

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if we told you your loyalty to your bank could be costing you thousands… and your bank is hoping you never notice? By popular demand, Jacl...

We Left Australia for a Startup Dream in San Fransico

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Would you leave a job you love, move countries while pregnant, and bet on someone else’s career dream... with the hope it could all pay off big?...

The Financial Anxieties of Your Parents' Retirement & Winter Energy Bills

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your parents are set up for retirement? And what that might mean if they’re not? This week on Friday Drinks, we&r...

The Fast Track to Earning More: Use the Skills You Already Have to Pivot and Get Paid

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve skipped the oat lattes, cut back on everything that sparks joy, and you’re still not getting ahead. Maybe it’s not about spen...

This Is What They Don’t Tell You About Having a Financial Safety Net

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She graduated top of her class, a had a house, and $200K in savings. On paper, she was set. But then came chronic health issues, three kids, and two c...

Would You Pour Your Savings Into a House That’s Not Yours? And Is Chasing Money Really Worth the Burnout?

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What would you do if you had the chance to build your dream home, but your name wasn’t on the title? This week, we’re unpacking a dilemma ...

Broken Brains: Nobody Prepares You for This Financial Emergency

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve planned your budget, built your emergency fund, and followed all the financial advice... but what happens when life throws something so b...

She Was Avoiding Her Bank App and Blowing Her Budget... Now She’s Saved $60K

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt like you’re doing everything right with money… and still wondering where it all went? This week’s Money Diarist shar...

Why You Feel So Bad About Money (and Why You Seriously Shouldn’t).

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s one thing to feel bad about your own money decisions… but what if it’s your parents making you feel worse? This week, we&rsquo...

Should You Be Investing in Tech and AI?

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI is everywhere right now. It’s writing emails, making playlists, and popping up in every “get rich quick” TikTok you scroll past. ...

Drowning in Debt and Stuck in Her Marriage... Here's How She Finally Left

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when love fades but the debt remains?  This weeks money diarist found herself caught between what her heart knew and what her bank a...

Should You Save for a House or Boost Your Super? (Plus a Seriously Spicy Wedding Gift Dilemma...)

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve dropped over $1,000 being in the bridal party... dress, hen’s, flights, accommodation… the works. So when the wedding rolls ...

How to Build Good Money Habits That Run on Autopilot

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever promised yourself this would be the month you finally stick to a budget… and then ordered Uber Eats twice before Wednesday? Well, this epi...

She’s Good With Money, He Was Deep In Debt… Here’s How They Turned It All Around

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you’re smashing savings goals… and your partner is dragging debt behind him? This week’s Money Diarist is th...

Should You Buy Gold Bullion and Would You Delay Your Dream Job Incase You Have Kids?

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gold prices are on the rise… but does that mean you should be out here buying bars? This week’s Friday Drinks kicks off with a shiny dile...

Points Hacking (No Credit Card Required)

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think you need a fancy black Amex credit card to start points hacking? Think again. Because, today, we're joined by our very own resident points queen...

How Property Flipping Helped Us Build the Life We Actually Wanted

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

They flipped one house and flipped their whole future. Ever wondered if flipping a property could actually change your life? Today’s Money ...

This Is the Money Trap That Keeps So Many Women Stuck

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about those moments when you know something’s not working, but you don’t know how to change it. Whether it’s set...

Blue Eyed Kayla Jade: Behind the Money, Followers and Fame

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She made $30k in one day... and that's not even the most impressive part. With over 2 million TikTok followers, viral cash-counting clips, and a six-f...

How Georgie Stevenson Built Naked Harvest (and a Wellness Empire)

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She walked away from a corporate law career to chase something that didn’t quite make sense on paper... and ended up co-founding one of Australi...

She Didn’t Go to Uni — But She’s Got Her Dream Home, Investments… and a Massive Decision to Make

20 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She didn’t go to uni. She’s 26, bought a home young, and has been building her money confidence piece by piece. But when her dad pass...

Would You Walk Away From Shares That Might Make You a Millionaire?

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You've been offered a new job with better pay and less stress. But here's the catch: leaving your current role means giving up employee shares that mi...

How Victoria Devine Built a Multimillion-Dollar Small Business

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how She’s on the Money went from a Facebook group to a full-blown empire? In this special episode, she finally shares the real sto...

The Truth About Big Tech Money From Someone Living It

13 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve probably heard the hype: tech jobs = massive salaries. But can you still get a slice of the pie if you don’t work in a technical ro...

Should You Buy a House or Invest? Let's Break it Down

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Should you buy a house or invest the cash instead? That’s the exact question one of our community members is facing. After a separation and...

What Share Market Dips Do to Your Brain... and What History Says is Coming Next

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your portfolio’s down, and the news is throwing around words like “correction” and “crash.” So... should you be worried?...

Superyachts, Sports Cars, and a Secret She Couldn’t Tell Anyone

06 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Victoria sits down with a diarist whose story starts like a dream: swept off her feet, love-bombed, and suddenly living a life of superyach...

Would You Leave Everything Behind to Be Mortgage-Free? And Asking for the Pay You Deserve

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Would you move away from your family, friends, and entire support system just to own a home outright? Well this week’s Friday Drinks is all abou...

We Asked the Finance Minister What This Budget Really Does For You

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you still trying to get your head around what this budget means for you? Well Victoria went straight to Parliament House to sit down with&nbs...

Confessions of a Former Shopaholic

30 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s diarist takes us inside a financial journey that will feel very familiar to anyone who’s ever used retail therapy to escape st...

Everything You Need to Know About This Year’s Budget

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If hearing the words “Federal Budget” makes your eyes glaze over… we’ve got you. In this bonus episode, Victoria breaks ...

Owed Super or Don’t Know Where to Start Investing? Let’s Fix Both.

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scared to start investing because you don’t want to mess it up? This one’s for you. This week, we’re tackling one of the most c...

How Victoria Devine Went From Money Mess to Millionaire

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think you're too behind to fix your finances? Victoria Devine was once right where you are. Before she was a best-selling author, business owner and t...

Would You Buy Property With a Partner After 8 Months? She Did!

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This Money Diary starts with a bold move... buying a house with your partner less than a year into dating. And from there? Life happened. In big, unpr...

Why a Super-for-Housing Policy Could Actually Push Prices Higher

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a lot of noise right now about using your superannuation to help buy your first home. And on the surface? It sounds pretty good. But in ...

If Buying a Home Feels Impossible—Is This the Next Best Thing? Plus, Should You Ditch a Share Over Ethics?

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling like home ownership is totally out of reach? You’re not alone. With property prices skyrocketing, we’re looking at a surprising al...

Can You Actually Manifest Money? Here’s What Science Says

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all seen the TikToks... vision boards, affirmations, “just think rich and you’ll be rich!” But does manifestation actual...

$20K in Debt With No Clue About Money… Now I'm Raising Money-Smart Kids

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

She was already in debt as soon as she even turned 18—because no one ever taught her how money worked. Growing up, financial security felt impos...

Everyone’s Panicking About the Market... Here’s Why I’m Not (and You Shouldn't Either)

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The news is making it sound like the sky is falling, your portfolio might be looking a little red, and you’re wondering… should I be worr...

Is It Time to Normalise Financial Success Celebrations?

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re diving into a big money dilemma: should we be more open about celebrating financial wins, or does it make things uncomfortable ...

Glen James is Back to Answer Your Investing Questions

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever felt unsure about whether you’re investing the right way, this episode is for you! We’re bringing back Glen James to ...

Overcoming Financial Anxiety: How She Took Control of Her Future

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up, money was always tight. This week’s Money Diarist watched her parents work multiple jobs just to stay afloat, and from an early age,...

IWD: The Super Gap & Inequalities in the Workplace

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we’re celebrating by doing what we do best... helping you take charge of your financial future so ...

How to Feed Your Family for $10... Yes, Really! (With Chelsea Goodwin from $10 Meals)

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever left the supermarket wondering how did I just spend $100 on basically nothing?! you’re not alone. Groceries are o...

I Started My Financial Literacy Journey at 45... It's Never Too Late!

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For years, our Money Diarist thought she was doing okay financially—bills were paid, life was good, and saving for the future? That was a later ...

Overworked, Underpaid, and Burnt Out—Now What?

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you can’t log off, can’t say no, and can’t ask for more money? Welcome to hustle culture, where doing m...

We Asked a Financial Advisor Your Most-Asked Money Questions

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever wondered "Should I pay off my mortgage or invest?" or "How do I even find a good financial advisor?" this episode is for you! We&...

She Feared Spending, Avoided Investing & Saved Obsessively—Until Everything Changed

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a hardcore saver marries a carefree spender? Five years ago, this Money Diarist and her husband were buying their first home, naviga...

How to Get a Better Interest Rate + Should You Start a Business with Your Bestie?

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The RBA just dropped the cash rate—so what does that mean for your mortgage? Whether you’re a homeowner, a future buyer, or just watching ...

Family Trusts: What They Really Do—And Should You Have One?

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you hear family trust, do you picture Hollywood movies about billionaires dodging taxes, messy inheritance battles, and luxury yachts? Same. But ...

She Moved to Australia With $1k in Her Bank Account

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine moving to a new country with just $1,000 to your name—no job, no safety net, and no real plan… except for a leap of faith. That&r...

Underpaid? Here’s How to Fix It + Oura Rings Vs a $20 dupe

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re working harder than ever… but where’s the pay raise? If your job keeps piling on responsibilities without the extra dollars ...

DeepSeek, Trump’s Tariffs & Interest Rates: Investing Smarter in 2025

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The investing world in 2025 is full of change—but is that a bad thing? AI is shaking things up (again), Trump’s tariffs are making headlin...

Walking Away From $200K for a Life That Matters

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Would you walk away from a six-figure salary? For many of us, climbing the career ladder and reaching financial milestones feels like the ultimate goa...

Victoria Almost Fell Victim to a Scam (and How to Protect Yourself)

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria just lived out her own true crime moment and she's here to spill the tea. She found an ACTUAL card skimmer at an ATM and girl ripped it off w...

Why Money-Savvy People Have Money Dates—Even When They’re Single

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This Valentine’s Day, we’re turning up the romance… with your finances! Whether you're single or in a relationship, a money date is...

We Get Really Pervy About How This 25-Year-Old Built a $100K Investment Portfolio

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever wanted a front-row seat inside the mind of a young, self-made investor, this episode is for you. This week’s Money Diarist didn&r...

Travel Savings Hacks & How to Get Friends to Pay You Back (Without the Awkwardness!)

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Got big travel plans but a not-so-big budget? This week, we’re sharing travel savings hacks to help you cut costs without sacrificing the fun. T...

Want to Buy Property in 2025? Here’s How to Get Prepared

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like buying a home in 2025 seems impossible? We’ve got the plan to make it happen! This week, Victoria teams up with expert mortgage broker...

How They Went From Paycheck-to-Paycheck to Proud Homeowner

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to turn a paycheck-to-paycheck life into homeownership, wedding plans, and dreams of starting a family? This week’s Money Diar...

Should You Remortgage? Plus, a Wedding Guest List Drama

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a wedding invite turns into major family drama? This week, we’re spilling the tea on a juicy guest list dilemma that’s g...

Wait, TikTok Says You Need 7 Income Streams to Be a Millionaire? We’re Calling BS

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you seen those TikToks saying you need seven income streams to be a millionaire? Yeah, we’re calling BS. This week, we’re tearing apa...

How Starting a Business Gave Us the Freedom to Travel Full-Time as a Family

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine selling everything you own, starting a business, and hitting the road with your family—all while raising two young kids. Sounds impossib...

Money Wins, Housing Dilemmas, and a Surprise Car You Didn’t Ask For (With Strings Attached)

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What would you do if your parents surprised you with a car… and then dropped a bombshell that there were financial strings attached? This week,...

How to Find Your Perfect Side Hustle for 2025

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Got a big goal for 2025? Whether it’s smashing debt, building an emergency fund, or finally booking that dream holiday, a side hustle could give...

I Got Everything I Wanted Then I Burned It All Down

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever had life give you everything you thought you wanted, only to wonder if it’s what you actually needed? This week’s Money Diary is a ju...

The Lazy Girls Guide To Financial Freedom in 2025

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think achieving financial freedom has to mean endless spreadsheets and giving up your favourite treats? Think again! In this episode of She’s on...

Balancing the Money Mental Load

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is the ultimate financial pick-me-up to power you into the weekend like the boss you are. We’re diving into your incre...

Investing for Beginners: Stop Dreaming and Start Doing in 2025

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever told yourself, “This is the year I start investing,” only to hit pause because, let’s be real, it all seemed a bit too much? Be...

How She Rebuilt Her Life After Losing $38k to a Scam

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to rebuild your life not once, not twice, but three times? In this unforgettable Money Diary, we meet an inspiring single mom who tu...

The Truth About HECs Debt: Is It Time to Stop Stressing About It?

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is HECs debt the ultimate financial ball and chain, or is it not as bad as it seems? We’re unpacking why some people never pay it off (and why t...

Why 92% of New Year's Resolutions Fail... and How to Be in the 8%

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of making resolutions that don’t even survive until February? You’re not alone. In this episode, Victoria unpacks why so many goals ...

The Biggest Money Lessons We Learned From This Year’s Money Diaries

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The best thing about Money Diaries? They prove that no one’s money story is perfect, but there’s always something to learn. Today, V takes...

Hey Hun: What an MLM Million Dollar Earner Wants You to Know (Part 2)

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re back with more jaw-dropping revelations from Emily Lynn Paulson, the million-dollar MLM insider who climbed to the top—only to revea...

Bloopers, Investment Bonds and Big Decisions: Your Ultimate 2024 Send-Off!

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We saved the best for the last Friday Drinks ep of 2024! We’re sharing the hilarious bloopers that you didn't hear this year that had us crying ...

2024 All Wrapped Up!

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This year wasn’t just a rollercoaster—it was the whole theme park. Whether you crushed your goals or just barely held it together, you&rsq...

She Turned a Hobby Into a Serious Side Hustle—And Paid Off $25k!

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What would you do if you lost your job, went through a breakup, and moved back in with your parents—all at once? This week’s Money Diarist...

Hey Hun: What an MLM Million Dollar Earner Wants You to Know (Part 1)

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We got the scoop from a million-dollar MLM insider—and it’s juicier than you think. In this special episode, Victoria chats with Emily Lyn...

Are Christmas Bonuses Just a Festive Myth?

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve survived the year, and secretly dreaming of a little extra something in your paycheck. But then—no Christmas bonus in sight. Is it ...

Managing People in the Workplace

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Managing people can feel like a maze—whether you’re running a business, managing a team, or just trying to survive office politics. In thi...

What It’s Really Like to Raise Twins (And Battle Double the Costs)

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Twins in a pandemic? Talk about a curveball. This week’s Money Diarist faced double the costs with none of the extra support, but she found a wa...

Kangen Water: Miracle Product or MLM Trap

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do a $6,500 water machine, misleading promises of financial freedom, and a whole lot of pseudoscience have in common? This week, Victoria dives d...

Big Financial Decision Drama

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode has everything: baking tips, big financial decisions, and a whole lot of laughs. From Victoria’s breakdown of a sky-hi...

Holiday Hustles

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… to make some extra cash! This week, we’re unwrapping creative ways to boost your bank bal...

How a Side Hustle Paid Off Debt and Funded Big Travel Dreams

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if your side hustle could cover your bills, tackle your debt, and send you off on your dream holiday? This week’s Money Diarist shows us exact...

How to Create a Magical Christmas on Any Budget

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like Christmas has become all about spending big and stressing out? This week, we’re rethinking what makes the festive season truly...

Is My Landlord Even Allowed to Do That?

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever thought, 'Is my landlord allowed to do that?'? Well this Friday, we’re diving into that question every renter has asked at some point. From bon...