Monday 8th December 2025


(For adults)

Join one of Australia's most trusted financial advisers, Nick Bruining, as he discusses his new book, "Don't Panic! Why You Can Retire with Less than You Think". Nick has been a feature of ABC local radio for more than 25 years, giving practical financial tips to listeners on a regular basis. 

Nick is also the senior personal finance writer for Seven West Media and a former personal finance reporter for Seven News. Don't Panic is designed for Australians seeking to retire comfortably with a modest amount of savings. There will be time for Q&A and book signing.

Books will be available to purchase on the day courtesy of Dymocks Midland Gate.

Bookings are essential for this free event via Humanitix.

Light refreshments will be available. You are encouraged to bring your own keep cup for tea/coffee or water.

Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements.

About the book: See how a couple with $300,000 in savings can generate a tax-free retirement income of more than $60,000 per annum, all using low-risk strategies. All the key components to a happy retirement are explained in detail, including Centrelink, Tax, Investments and Superannuation in this updated edition. It includes practical tricks and tips, drawn on more than 35 years as a practicing financial planner. With clear guidance tailored to today’s retirement landscape, Don’t Panic! empowers you to plan confidently and enjoy the retirement you deserve.

About Nick Bruining: Nick Bruining has more than 37 years in the financial advice industry, acting as both an adviser to individuals through the practice he founded, and also sharing his knowledge through his many roles, including:

  • Columnist/Writer - The West Australian, 1999 - present
  • Reporter/Commentator Seven Network Perth, 2013 - 2021
  • ABC Radio, National - Monthly, Philip Clark Nightlife, 2019 - present
  • ABC Radio WA - Thursday "Money Man, Money Matters", 2003 - present
  • 6PR Commentator, 2005 - 2020
  • Author and Presenter, The Retirement Masterclass

Nick was one of the earliest recipients of the Financial Planner of the Year Award. He is the author of a number of best-selling books including “Don’t Panic - Why you don’t need $1 Million to retire well”, and as co-author of "Don’t Panic - Aged Care". Nick is an economist by education and was previously a lecturer at the prestigious Curtin University.

Event Details

Time: 6.30pm to 8pm

Location: Boya Community Centre, 119-135 Scott Street, Helena Valley, 6056 (entry off Clayton Road)

Cost: Free

Category: Library

Type: Library

Audience: Adults

Enquiries

Organisation: Shire of Mundaring Libraries

Phone: 9290 6755

Email: gills@mundaring.wa.gov.au

Event Date(s)

  • Monday 8th December 2025

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