Most of us want to be good with our money. With so many choices influencing how we spend, borrow and save, it's no wonder that many people find it challenging. That's what MakingCents is all about.

MakingCents is a resource for teachers and parents and contains practical information and teaching materials to help Australians understand and manage their money.

This site offers guidance and tips and tools for parents to talk to their children about money. It helps to create family discussion on financial concepts like credit, banking and budgeting, with the aim of building healthy money habits.

MakingCents also provides primary school teachers with a range of education resources packed with fun, individual or group activities for students aged 7 to 12. These are downloadable units matched to Social Studies and Maths curricula for each state and territory.

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