Australian Finance Podcast Festive Season on a Budget: 10 Money-Saving Hacks
Oct 8, 2025
Get ready to celebrate the festive season without breaking the bank! Discover clever hacks for affordable gift-giving, like utilizing year-round sales and maintaining a thoughtful list. Learn how to plan holiday travel efficiently to snag cheaper fares and save on food waste through smart shopping and potlucks. Plus, find out how to manage your income during unpaid leave and set boundaries to keep holiday stress at bay. This is all about making your celebrations joyful and budget-friendly!
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Buy Gifts During Sales And Keep A List
- Do shop sales year-round and buy gifts during major sale events like Black Friday.
- Keep a running present ideas list so you only buy thoughtful, needed items.
Keep A Present Ideas Note All Year
- Do keep a present ideas note throughout the year and shop from that list when sales hit.
- Use the list to avoid impulse buys and give more thoughtful gifts.
Prepare For Reduced Income In Advance
- Do plan for reduced or unpaid income by earning extra or saving ahead of Christmas.
- Put money aside (offset or savings) to cover weeks of no income and pay yourself a steady amount while not working.