The Hidden Risks of Outdated Insurance Cover

Insurance only works when it evolves with your life. From rising incomes and growing debt to children, career changes and mounting premiums, reviewing your cover regularly can mean the difference between being properly protected and paying for insurance that no longer fits your needs.  The Bongior…

Federal Budget 2026-27: What It Means For You

The Federal Budget could reshape the financial landscape for doctors, business owners and investors for years to come. While none of the major reforms are law yet, the proposed changes to capital gains tax, negative gearing and discretionary trusts have already sparked urgent conversations across t…

Property Update Part 3: The national market

Strong rental demand and infrastructure investment are reshaping Australia’s property landscape beyond Victoria, but elevated prices and rising optimism warrant caution. Property strategist Julian Muldoon of 1Group and the Bongiorno Group’s Ricky Caldow examine the momentum across Queensland, Sydne…

Property Update Part 2: The Victorian commercial market

Long-term wealth in property is built on strategic asset selection, not short-term sentiment. Property advisor Julian Muldoon of 1Group, joins the Bongiorno Group’s Ricky Caldow to examine the Victorian commercial property landscape. They explore the case for light industrial assets, the challenges…

Interest Rates Are Rising – What You Need to Think About

Uncertainty in interest rates is not just a market issue, it is a personal financial decision point for every borrower. With inflation still above target and global pressures influencing the outlook, the path forward for interest rates remains unclear.  Jack Will, Finance Manager at The Bongiorno …

Property Update Part 1: The Victorian residential market

Market sentiment does not always reflect underlying opportunity. While many Victorian investors are looking interstate, selected Melbourne and regional pockets are showing renewed growth, particularly in affordable, infrastructure-backed corridors.  Property advisor Julian Muldoon of 1Group joins …

Riding for a Cure: Mark Beretta on Tour de Cure’s Cancer Mission

Efforts to prevent, treat and ultimately cure cancer rely not only on clinical excellence, but also on sustained investment in research. Tour de Cure, an Australian charity dedicated to funding cancer research, prevention and support programs, has raised more than $150 million and helped deliver hu…

Medicare Levy Surcharge: The Sting in Your Tax Return

An unwelcome surprise can arrive at tax time, particularly for doctors whose income has increased during the year. The Medicare Levy Surcharge can catch trainees and junior doctors by surprise when they exceed the threshold through overtime and penalty rates.  The Bongiorno Group’s Nicolas Pereira…

Payday Super Is Coming: What Every Employer Needs to Know

Soon, employers will be expected to pay superannuation to their employees at the same time as wages. This change, known as Payday Super, becomes mandatory from 1 July 2026 and represents a once-in-a-generation reform to the superannuation system. The reform has major implications for practice owner…

Retirement starts long before you stop working

Retirement is one of the most significant transitions in a professional career, yet it is often delayed or under-planned. The Bongiorno Groups Jim Tsirtsakis and Trevor Baxter explore what retirement truly means — beyond simply stepping away from work. They discuss the importance of defining purpos…