It’s not just underpaid and overworked Gen Yers that are stressed about their future – Boomers in Australia are similarly facing an anxious financial future amid changes in national policy. A new survey has revealed that many older Aussies are nervous about their futures.

As shoppers Down Under increasingly turn to online stores, physical retailers are seeing profits plummet. Falling foot traffic and closing shops has led shopping centres to look for innovative, engaging strategies to get shoppers coming back – and to stop retailers moving out.

Half of Aussies say buying local is the most important thing to do to strengthen the economy. And it's not just older generations shopping with their local grocer – 20% of Gen Y support local businesses by promoting them online. Why are Aussies turning down the big boys in favour of smaller brands?

Amazon has taken over online shopping, offering quick and easy delivery for everything from TVs to a loaf of bread. And it’s set its sights Down Under, with plans to open warehouses in order to bring Aussie customers the speedy service that many global consumers already enjoy.