Welcome to The Australian Finance Podcast Summer Series — your ultimate kick-start to the new year!
Across 10 bite-sized episodes, hosts Owen Rask and Gemma Mitchell help you reset your money mindset, build solid financial foundations, and make 2026 your best money year yet.
Plus — they’re putting their own tips to the test with the “Finders Keepers Challenge”, tracking how they each plan to find, save, or earn $10,000 by the end of 2026. Who will come out on top? Follow along and join the challenge yourself.
In this episode, we cover:
- What tax is in Australia and who pays it
- Why tax isn’t a bad thing and how it funds essential services
- Gross vs net income explained simply
- Capital gains tax vs income tax and how each works
- How private health insurance works in Australia
- Common tax deductions and what you may be able to claim
If you want to build confidence with your money, simplify your finances, and get ahead before 2026, this series is for you.
