Looking for more Australian voices writing about their journeys to financial independence? Look no further! In no particular order…
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Perth-based blogger who retired early at age 28. “Strong Money Australia is a blog laser-focused on helping people reach Financial Independence, so they can start living life on their own terms…. Throughout this blog, I share exactly what I’ve learned on my journey and the steps taken to reach FI at such a young age. More importantly, I describe what I’d do differently starting from scratch today!”
A millennial from Australia trying to escape the 9-5 day grind through financial independence. Aussie Firebug is an anonymous blog detailing the journey to financial independence through investing in real estate, low-cost index funds and Super. By investing at a young age and consistently it is possible to reach a point where your investments pay you enough money to live off. Once you get to this point you are financially independent (FI) and can retire early (RE) or do better things without the constraint of your job.
Adventures With Poopsie – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #30
We’re normal, average people who are choosing a different path in life. Some think we’re a bit weird for doing so, but we are confident we’re heading in the right direction. (Note: See their excellent Australian Blogger interview series.)
I’m a pilot in my 20’s and I’m based in Sydney, Australia. I am passionate about Financial Independence and the freedom it provides you to pursue your dreams. Through Investing in Real Estate, low cost stock market index fund ETFs and Superannuation (Aussie tax sheltered retirement account) I now control over a Million dollars worth of assets with a Net Worth of just under $850,000.
I’m on a quest for financial independence so I can retire early to the country with dogs, cows and an excellent glass of wine. Right now, I’m working in a concrete jungle. Tag along with me, it should be a great journey.
Latestarterfire – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #10
A late 40s woman from Melbourne who discovered FIRE in 2018. She writes about her struggles and wins as a way to be accountable; and add an ‘older’ voice to the FIRE community. (See her great Late Starter to FI series.)
Burning Desire for FIRE – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #12
I’m in my mid 50’s, I’ve achieved FI but am yet to RE. (Though I am planning to go part-time next year on what I call a glide-path to retirement.) I’m single, female and have 4 boys in their twenties. I write from a late-starter’s perspective, but coming from the viewpoint of someone who started with literally nothing ($60 cash and 4 boys under 5 years old.) I’ve been able to achieve financial independence on a teacher’s wage as a single parent.
All About Balance – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #21
“I’m Miss B, a 30-year-old Sydney-sider who is keen to create a life where I don’t have to stress about money. I share my story at All About Balance; this mostly looks like tips and tricks on saving, investing, and growing your income while maintaining strong relationships and a healthy body and mind. I’m all about reaching financial independence while still having a life now.”
The Joyful Frugalista – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #23
Serina Bird is a former diplomat, author of The Joyful Frugalista, co-host of the podcast, This Abundant Life, and a money coach. Serina’s vision is to encourage people to become frugalistas – spending less and saving more (with joy) on the path to financial empowerment.
This is a blog about having enough money to have a high income and be financially independent after retiring early, or HIFIRE for short.
This is a blog about my personal journey toward financial independence, with explorations in investment strategy, finance and portfolio design issues. It also features occasional discussions of new financial products and emerging fintech issues.
I am a 40 something guy living in Australia interested in sharing what I learn along the way, and connecting with people who are either on or considering the same journey.
I’m a 27-year-old copywriter living in Sydney, Australia with my husband, the affectionately named Captain Babestick (he has not approved this), and little rescue cat. I write about my favourite things ever. Minimalism and money. Intention and money. Generosity and money. The three things that underpin a successful financial life.
A Family on FIRE – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #20
We’re a married couple living in Melbourne, Australia in our mid-30s with a toddler and a dog. Ms FireMum primarily writes on this blog.
Both Mr FireDad and Ms FireMum work full time in corporate jobs. We don’t hate our jobs, but it would be nice to have the option to choose to work, instead of needing to work.
I’m just an average guy who grew up in Sydney in the early 90’s. Growing up, no one showed me how to become financially independent so I taught myself how to make money and attain wealth.
As a millennial, I am fascinated with the concept of FIRE (financial independence retiring early, not y’know, arson), a concept which is almost non-existent here in Australia. Recently, I achieved a goal I set early on of $1m in net assets before 30.
Sustainable Living – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #16
Mrs Hack from Victoria writes “We started this journey concerned about not getting ahead financially and worried about the amount of rubbish our family created. It was then I had an epiphany that mindlessly spending money and environmental destruction were intricately linked together.
There was a direct connection between financial literacy and environmental stewardship – big light bulb moment here! It was then the Sustainable Living blog was born – the Eco-Friendly and Frugal Path to Financial Independence.”
Project Palm Tree – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #29
My name is Shaun and I blog at Project Palm Tree. I love to write about reducing stress, personal finance, and living a life that you love. During the first year of writing this blog, I stumbled across the FIRE movement and it has become an obsession. Being 53 and trying to retire by 60, I definitely fit into the LATE 2 FIRE space.
FIRE For One – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #27
I blog at FIRE for One about my discovery of, and journey towards, FIRE. A latecomer to the FIRE movement, I’m a single woman in my early 50s looking primarily to ensure that I’ll be okay financially during retirement. I started getting my financial act together nearly three years ago, and discovered FIRE through my Barefoot Investor membership. At the moment, I’m challenging myself to improve my savings rate over the 2019-20 financial year. My main FIRE-related interests are women’s finance (naturally!), financial issues of being single, politics and social equity issues. My selection of articles is based around these themes.
Aussie Doc Freedom – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #25
I’m Aussie Doc, a specialist doctor with two small boys and a stay at home partner. We recently took and loved a big trip, getting half-way around Australia. We’re hoping to take a second “mini-retirement” with our boys to show them more of our beautiful country.
For many years, there was little personal finance information based in Australia and nothing specifically relevant to me as a doctor. I started Aussie Doc Freedom to write about financial topics and tips relevant to healthcare professionals locally. I wish I had known most of this ten years ago!
Keepin It Frugal – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #9
We’re Sarah and Laura from Keepin It Frugal, a blog all about consuming less to live more with every dollar. We write for the people who know there is more to life than working in order to feed materialistic addictions. Follow our adventures as two Australians on our path to FIRE, through frugality and wellness.
HisHerMoneyGuide – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #18
Alex and Ellie are a pair of 30-somethings from Brisbane looking to FatFIRE before the age of 45. We blog weekly on how we’re combining highly frugal living with investing to reach our lifestyle goals – and we’re now over half way there. Come say hey back to us!
Miss Money Box – guest curator for Australian FI Weekly #14
Bronwyn from Miss Money Box, a Kiwi and former Sydneysider now living in Melbourne. When I was getting started in stock market investing in my 20s, I found it wasn’t a subject any of my friends were really into. On top of that, finding accessible content online that didn’t sound like it was written by a human calculator was borderline impossible. That’s where the seed for Miss Money Box was planted.
Launched in earnest in 2016, Miss Money Box is an educational blog consisting of relatable finance content aimed at helping Australian women expand their general knowledge around personal finance.
We are: A happily married mid-20s couple, with a baby (Baby DDU) and a cat. We have a dream & a goal that one day, sooner than you’d think, we will be financially independent with our investment income paying for the life we want to live as early as possible.