Community radio supports consumers through financial upheaval

The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia is launching a new radio series dedicated to supporting consumers during the current pandemic. The Consumer Coach: Your Pandemic Financial Survival Guide will premiere on community radio stations across Australia on Thursday, 4 June.

The economic upheaval triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic is causing global shockwaves. In just five months, Australia has witnessed widespread panic among consumers, millions of jobs lost, plummeting stock prices, and drastic declines in household consumption.

In amongst the chaos, many are finding it challenging just to understand the fast-changing legislation and Government support, let alone reap the benefits. In an effort to support the financial wellbeing of Australians the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia has partnered with the Ecstra Foundation to equip Australian consumers with the support, advice, and access to resources they need to make financial decisions during the pandemic.

Caroline Stewart, CEO of Ecstra Foundation, is focused on supporting local communities along the road to economic recovery.

“This show offers impartial, practical help to consumers to navigate their way through stressful money issues. Ecstra applauds the Consumer Coach as it explores personal stories of financial resilience in the face of economic adversity during COVID 19. Community radio is an important conduit of information Australians can trust to help build their financial wellbeing.”

Each episode of the ten-part series will focus on a different area of financial interest. Episode 1 centres around unemployment, exploring themes like ‘You’ve lost your job – what happens now?’ and how to navigate the various government agencies to access financial assistance.

Hosted by Walkley award-winning writer, editor and broadcaster, Jeff Sparrow, listeners will hear insights from financial experts, stories from those hardest hit, and representatives from specialist agencies and volunteer-run services like the Australian Unemployed Workers Union.

You can also access episodes online via Spotify and on all major podcasting platforms.

DISCLAIMER:
The information provided on this radio and podcast series is general in nature only and does not constitute personal financial advice. The information has been prepared without taking into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs.