17/08/2026
✈️ Heading overseas? Don’t let a financial hiccup spoil your holiday. 🌏💳
Flights booked. Bags packed. Passport ready. But have you prepared your finances for the trip?
From accessing your money and avoiding unnecessary fees to keeping your cards secure and making sure you’re covered if something goes wrong, a little preparation before you leave can make a big difference.
🎙️ Financial adviser Charles Badenach joined Tasmania Afternoons presenter Joel Rheinberger to share 10 things he recommends doing with your finances before travelling overseas.
If you’ve got an international holiday coming up, this is a handy checklist to work through before you head to the airport.
👉 Have a listen and make sure your finances are as ready for the trip as you are!
Ten ways you can prepare your finances for international travel - ABC listen
Financial advisor Charles Badenach shares with Tasmania Afternoons' Joel Rheinberger 10 ways to prepare your finances before travelling overseas.
02/08/2026
Over the last few weeks Dave Woolford has been representing Australia at the World Masters Hockey World Cup 2026 in the Netherlands.
Over night, they managed to win the Gold Medal in a penalty shoot out in the over 40’s division against England (4-2).
We love it when Tasmanians shine on the world stage, particularly when they work with us!
01/08/2026
Check out our new updated corporate video!
With lots of takes and false starts the filming crew recommended that we remain in financial services and don’t re-locate to Hollywood anytime soon.
Who we are - Main Street Financial Solutions
At Main Street Financial Solutions, we believe great financial advi...
20/07/2026
As many of you know, Charles has recently taken a well-deserved short break from the office.
It seems however, that he's still with us... When we were volunteering to set up the Variety the Children's Charity TAS fundraiser Book Stall - Kristy found a copy of his best seller "Old Head on Young Shoulders"!!
And of course, without Charles here to cover our regular ABC Hobart spot, Adam Douglas stepped up to the plate and is a natural - you can listen to his most recent interview here ➡️ https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/hobart-your-afternoon/new-financial-year-superannuation-tax/106910518
02/07/2026
Congratulations to Scott Ciscon on completing his Professional Year and officially becoming a qualified Financial Adviser! 🎉
This is a fantastic achievement and a true reflection of Scott’s hard work, commitment and dedication to building a strong future in financial advice with the Main Street team.
We’re excited to see Scott continue supporting clients with confidence, care and professionalism as he takes this next step in his career.
Please join us in congratulating Scott on this well-deserved
milestone! 👏
23/06/2026
Many assume their Age Pension entitlement is set in stone—but a simple review could make a significant difference to your retirement income.
Changes to your assets, investments, superannuation, income streams, or even recent legislative updates may impact how much Age Pension you receive.
Listen to one of our advisers, Charles Badenach outline how you can get a higher Age Pension entitlement.
Remove the tension look at the pension, it pays to look outside the square!
https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/hobart-your-afternoon/how-to-get-more-age-pension-aus/106804952
Nine legal ways to move your money around and get more age pension - ABC listen
Financial adviser Charles Badenach joins Afternoons presenter Joel Rheinberger with his tips for getting the most out of your age pension.
16/06/2026
When you've worked with someone for many years, you get to know more than just their finances — you get to know the person behind the business.
Nick Harrison, is the owner of Office National Hobart, having moved from the UK 25 years ago.
He has firmly established himself in Tasmania, now being a business owner, family man, passionate supporter of local soccer, and someone who always brings a healthy dose of humour to every conversation, Nick is the kind of client who makes our job enjoyable.
He only has one fault though, he still supports the mother country England in Ashes contests and at the FIFA World Cup.
We're incredibly grateful for the trust Nick has placed in us over the years and proud to play a small part in his journey.
Thank you, Nick, for your ongoing support, your loyalty, and for keeping us laughing along the way!
Client Testimonial - Nick Harrison
Nick Harrison and his wife Sarah emigrated from England to Australi...
02/06/2026
With the 30th June fast approaching one of our advisers, Charles Badenach, was in the ABC Radio Studios yesterday discussing the strategies that should be considered to help boost retirement savings + maximise your government entitlements + minimise your tax liabilities + maximise your after tax income.
Although most people don't realise it the ATO is your silent financial partner who is always getting a return on their investment - YOU!
As Kerry Packer once said "I am minimising my tax and if anybody in this country who doesn't minimise their tax wants their heads read, because as a government, I can tell you, you're not spending it that well that we should be donating extra!"
Goodluck
01/05/2026
This week Hollywood came to Main Street with new corporate photo’s and an updated corporate video under way. Whilst everyone was out of their comfort zone, we had lots of laughs and enjoyed the experience.
We are in no danger of losing anyone to Hollywood in the medium term. The new production will be released in July 2026.
25/04/2026
Thankyou to everyone who supported the MND Tasmania Charity Golf Day and the Mc Culloch Family for initiating the event.
A very enjoyable day for those staff who spent the afternoon on a "course" rather than in the office !
Built with support. Opened for a cause at the MND Tasmania Charity Golf Day
Great to see the Main Street Hut in action today.
The leading golf refreshment centre has officially entered the chat. Built with support. Cant wait to see the finishing touches.