Who is this for:
Money Talks Community is an Australian not-for-profit dedicated to normalising money conversations, building financial confidence, and strengthening financial capability across diverse communities—including women, multicultural groups, young adults, and families.
Why This Matters
Financial stress is high in Australia
Cost‑of‑living pressures are very high, with 77 % of Australian households reporting financial stress toward the end of 2025, and 75 % feeling extremely or somewhat stressed about money
Daily money worries are common
Recent research shows two in three Australians think about their finances at least once a day, with many reporting ongoing stress—especially women and younger adults.
Many Australians feel anxious or insecure about money
Surveys from 2025 show financial anxiety affects a large portion of households, with 41 % of Australians with debt reporting anxiety and ongoing concerns about cash flow
Young people are feeling financial insecurity
New research finds 85 % of young Australians (18–24) reported financial insecurity in the past year, highlighting the scale of unmet financial capability needs for younger groups