mid the excitement (and disbelief!) that your child is growing up, it pays to have them think about what life ahead might look like – and how they will pay for it. An OECD survey found the financial literacy of 15-year-olds in Australia fell by 15 points between 2012 and 2018, highlighting the need for better education on finances. So, if your child has just secured a part-time gig or is reaching school-leaving age, it’s time to educate them on earning, spending and saving. Here, financial advisor Helen
