In this festive episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Gemma Mitchell and Owen Rask share practical, affordable and thoughtful last-minute Christmas gift ideas under fifty dollars. With more than 60 percent of Australians feeling financially stressed about buying presents this year, and almost one billion dollars of unwanted gifts heading to landfill, this guide focuses on useful, clutter-free options people will genuinely appreciate.
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- Why so many Aussies feel pressure around Christmas spending and how to avoid waste
- Five affordable under-50 dollar gift ideas from Gemma, covering book lovers, coffee drinkers, sentimental types and the hard-to-buy-for
- Owen’s budget-friendly picks for friends, family and colleagues
- The honest chat on regifting, when it’s fine and when it’s not
- How to avoid panic buying and choose meaningful gifts that won’t end up unused
- This quick episode is the perfect guide for anyone searching for last-minute Christmas gifts under 50 dollars that are thoughtful, practical and budget-conscious.
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