Meet Your Course Leaders
Real people who've worked with hundreds of Australians to improve their financial confidence and habits.
Elspeth Dunbar
Financial EducatorElspeth spent fifteen years in community banking before shifting to education. She's passionate about breaking down complex topics so they actually make sense in daily life.
Saoirse Calloway
Budgeting SpecialistAfter working in retail finance and seeing firsthand how people struggle with budgets, Saoirse created straightforward methods that work for different lifestyles and income levels.
Autumn 2025 Course Schedule
All sessions run online over six weeks. You can join live or catch up with recordings if your schedule shifts.
Foundations of Personal Finance
Starts 18 March 2025This course walks through the basics without assuming you know anything. We cover budgeting frameworks, savings strategies, and how to approach debt in a way that fits your situation. It's designed for people who want a solid starting point.
Strategic Spending and Saving
Starts 29 April 2025If you've got the basics down but want to refine how you allocate money, this one's worth considering. We look at value-based spending, building emergency funds that actually work, and planning for bigger purchases without stress.
Building Long-Term Financial Confidence
Starts 10 June 2025This course focuses on maintaining good habits over time and adjusting as life changes. We discuss retirement planning basics, understanding super, and how to think about investments without the overwhelming noise.
Choose What Works for You
We offer three options depending on how much support and interaction you're after.
Self-Paced Access
Get access to all course materials and recordings. Work through content at your own speed without live sessions.
- Full video library access
- Downloadable worksheets
- Email support
- 12-month access period
Live Group Sessions
Join live weekly sessions with other participants. Ask questions in real time and benefit from group discussions.
- Six live weekly sessions
- Session recordings included
- Q&A with instructors
- Private community forum
- Workbook materials
Personal Guidance
Everything from live sessions plus three one-on-one calls to work through your specific financial situation.
- All live session benefits
- Three private consultations
- Personalized action plan
- Priority email support
- Extended 18-month access
What Makes Our Approach Different
We focus on practical application rather than theory. Here's how our courses translate to real changes.
Real Scenarios, Not Textbook Examples
Every lesson includes case studies from actual Australian households. We work through budgets for single parents, couples with different incomes, and people managing irregular freelance earnings. You'll see how concepts apply to situations that might mirror your own, which makes it easier to adapt the strategies.
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Community Support That Actually Helps
One thing participants mention often is how valuable it is to hear from others facing similar challenges. Our group sessions create space for honest conversations about money, which can be hard to have elsewhere. And the private forum stays active well after courses end, so you've got ongoing support as you build new habits.
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