News — family

When you become the money manager for an ageing parent

September 22, 2026 • aged care • estate planning • family • nw-original • topic-020

Suddenly responsible for Mum or Dad's finances? Here's which documents matter, why a power of attorney doesn't open every door, and the simple habits that protect both your parent and you.

Noel in the News: aged care isn't one big bill - it's five

September 21, 2026 • aged care • family • Noel in the News • nw-curated • retirement planning • source-yourlifechoices

Most families focus on the room price when a parent moves into aged care. Noel Whittaker explains the five separate fees that actually make up the cost - and why how you fund the room can matter more than which home you choose.

Keeping the peace: how to write a will that doesn't split the family

September 16, 2026 • estate planning • family • nw-original • topic-017 • wills

Most families that fall out after a death aren't really fighting about money — they're arguing about what the will seemed to say about them. Here's how the rules on challenging a will work around Australia, and the five decisions that cause most of the trouble.