Practical budgeting and money skills for real life
The Simple Budget helps individuals, young people, NDIS participants, small business owners and community groups build practical money skills in a simple, useful and easy-to-understand way.
Founded by Jackie Matjasec, The Simple Budget offers budgeting workshops, 1:1 mentoring, NDIS money skills support, online learning and practical books.
What do you need help with?
Personal Budgeting
Get clear, practical help to build a budget that works for you. Learn how to track spending, manage bills, handle debt and feel more confident with your money.
NDIS Money Skills
Practical, easy-to-understand support for NDIS participants to build everyday money skills, make choices, plan ahead and feel more independent in managing money.
Workshops & Speaking
Engaging workshops and keynote sessions for schools, community groups, workplaces and events. Real-life strategies that are practical, relatable and empowering.
Books & Courses
Access practical books and online courses to build confidence with money. Learn at your own pace and revisit the lessons anytime you need.
Logan-based budgeting support, workshops and money skills education
The Simple Budget is proudly based in Logan, Queensland, supporting individuals, families, NDIS participants, small businesses, libraries, councils and community organisations across Logan, Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and online across Australia.
Whether you need personal budgeting support, NDIS money skills sessions, a community workshop or a practical small business money session, Jackie can tailor the support to your needs.
New book coming soon
The Money Side of Living: Starting Out With Money
A practical money book for young people starting out in the real world.
Covers first jobs, pay, tax, super, banking, scams, budgeting, saving and everyday money decisions in a simple, down-to-earth way.
Join for book launch updates, pre-order details and occasional practical money tips from Jackie at The Simple Budget. You can unsubscribe anytime.
What we can work on
🌿 Understanding money
🌿 Needs and wants
🌿 Budgeting for everyday expenses
🌿 Shopping, paying and practising change
🌿 Saving for goals
🌿 Safe banking and avoiding scams
🌿 Building independence with money
Why The Simple Budget?
Money skills explained in a simple, useful way with tools you can use straight away.
Practical. Friendly. Real.
No jargon. No shame.
Helping Australians build practical money confidence through workshops, programs, books and resources.
12,000+ Australians helped
Clear, kind money education that helps people build confidence without feeling judged.
Meet Jackie
Hi, I’m Jackie Matjasec, founder of The Simple Budget.
I’m a financial literacy educator, author and workshop facilitator based in Logan, Queensland. I’m passionate about helping people build practical money skills, confidence and independence for real life.
Whether you’re just starting out or want to sharpen your skills, I’m here to help you feel more in control of your money.
The Simple Budget
The Simple Budget provides general financial education, not personal advice. Consider your own situation and seek professional guidance where needed.