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In 2026, the “Bank of Mum and Dad” has evolved. Instead of just helping with a deposit, many parents are now funding a renovation on

As of 1 February 2026, the landscape for the “Bank of Mum and Dad” in Australia has shifted. Under new directives from the banking regulator,

In 2026, the Australian government threw former students a lifeline with a 20% reduction on all HELP/HECS loans. While this provided immediate relief, a fundamental