Christopher Phelps

Sep 17, 2024 | phys.org | Rachel Ong ViforJ |Christopher Phelps

For many Australians, the family home is their largest financial asset. With an increasing variety of ways to tap into home equity, the temptation to access this wealth is ever growing. Homeowners increase the debt owed on their home when they borrow against their equity.

Sep 3, 2024 | timeshighereducation.com | Christopher Phelps

One day last November, after more than a dozen years of membership in the University and College Union (UCU), I resigned. I woke up that morning to an article in The Washington Post about a young Ukrainian couple, Artem Kovalenko and Diana Haidukova, who became engaged in a bomb shelter but then died together when a Russian bomb hit their apartment in Zaporizhzhia. Why, out of so many atrocities, their story settled the matter for me I cannot say, but I quit that day.

Sep 2, 2024 | timeshighereducation.com | Christopher Phelps

One day last November, after more than a dozen years of membership in the University and College Union (UCU), I resigned. I woke up that morning to an article in The Washington Post about a young Ukrainian couple, Artem Kovalenko and Diana Haidukova, who became engaged in a bomb shelter but then died together when a Russian bomb hit their apartment in Zaporizhzhia. Why, out of so many atrocities, their story settled the matter for me I cannot say, but I quit that day.

Jun 17, 2024 | kiwicollection.com | Christopher Phelps |Olivia Betts |Monika Markovinovic |Sarah-Louise Marks

A dazzling metropolis of soaring skyscrapers, world-class shopping malls and otherworldly desert, Dubai blends past and present to electrifying effect. Whether making the most of a quick stopover or enjoying a leisurely holiday, there’s no shortage of unique gems to discover in this awe-inspiring metropolis. Soak in views of the city from 148 floors up at the record-breaking Burj Khalifa, tour the man-made Palm Islands, or simply bask at one of the city’s many beach clubs or fine restaurants.

Dec 4, 2023 | hashtag.net.au | Christopher Phelps

As Australia’s population gets older, more people are confronted with a choice: retire where they are or seek new horizons elsewhere. Choosing to grow old in your existing home or neighbourhood is known as “ageing in place”. It enables older people to stay connected to their community and maintain familiarity with their surroundings. For many, the decision to “age in place” will be tied to their connection to the family home. But for many, secure and affordable housing is increasingly beyond reach.