Money
Finance is an important issue for women, whether you are working, at home with the children or going through a separation. Being informed and knowing where to access relevant information is an important first step.
Women, money & debt
If you are worried about managing your credit card or mobile phone debts, would like to get financial counselling help or would like to learn ways to improve your financial security, this information sheet will help address those concerns while giving you practical tips and links to other support services.
Women, Money & Debt Info Sheet (980 KB)
Women , Money & Debt Info Sheet Text (221 KB)
A woman’s guide to surviving the money jungle
A simple and creative 10-step guide to being smart about your money. This brochure provides information on how to learn about money and the financial jungle and the help you have access to.
Guide to Surviving Money Jungle Foldout (765 KB)
Separation: deciding to leave a relationship
Deciding to leave a partner can be a very traumatic and stressful experience but it is useful to know that you can get assistance. There are many services available to help you with separation matters including counselling, housing and finance dispute services as well as legal support.
Separation and Leaving a Relationship Info Sheet (1 MB)
Separation and Leaving a Relationship Info Sheet Text (225 KB)
Separation: property
One of the major issues involved in a separation is the fair division of assets. Women who avoid the issue are often not well-informed and can become worse-off financially with long-term repercussions. Knowing about and preparing for key issues such as property, superannuation, debt, entitlements and going to court can help ease the burden of financial uncertainty.
Separation and Property Info Sheet (1,806KB)
Separation and Property Info Sheet Text (98 KB)
Gambling
When gambling becomes a problem, it puts strain on the family relationships and finances. Women gamble for a variety of reasons, but it is important to know that there is support and free specialist services to help get out of gambling. Whether it is you or someone close to you who has a gambling problem, here are some practical steps on how to control gambling.
Gambling Info Sheet (90 KB)
Gambling Info Sheet Text (210 KB)
Who’s Playing Who? Brochure (834 KB)
The Problem with the Pokies Brochure (672 KB)
