Aust crypto exchange suspends withdrawals
Brisbane-based crypto exchange Digital Surge has suspended withdrawals until further notice, citing fallout from the collapse of FTX.
Economy, Business and Finance
1000 Teslas recalled over ‘serious’ fault
Electric vehicle maker Tesla is facing its second recall in Australia in two weeks, with issues affecting Model S and Model X vehicles.
Don’t feel lonely – you’re now one of 8 billion humans alive today
We can choose to adequately and equitably feed a population of 10 billion by 2050 – even as we reduce or eliminate global greenhouse gas emissions and staunch biodiversity loss
Recession unlikely in Australia, says IMF
Australia has had one of the strongest recoveries from the pandemic among advanced economies and is on track to avoid a recession, the IMF says.
Queensland mulls gas wells near leak site
The Queensland government says a decision on plans to drill for gas near the contaminated site of Linc Energy's failed coal project is up to the regulator.
Billionaire secures AGL board overhaul
Four candidates nominated by billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes' private company, Grok Ventures, have been elected to AGL Energy's board of directors.
Regions hold up as city home prices dive
Regional home prices soared during the pandemic and are so far proving more resilient to interest rate shocks than metropolitan markets.
Petrol hits 17-week high, but relief ahead
Motorists are paying more than $2 a litre at the pump in several major cities but some cities are entering the discounting phase of their fuel cycles.
Banks to pay $126m over dodgy insurance
A class action has been settled with three of Australia's big banks, with customers sold consumer protection insurance to share in $126 million.
Flight Centre sees more upside next year
Flight Centre is predicting it will make up to $90 million in the first half of 2022/23, below consensus estimates of $104m in EBITDA earnings.
Dark matter of mine closure for small town
What happens after a mine closes may be a challenge for owners and communities but experts say it doesn't have to be a mystery if planners can learn to adapt.
AI takes retail marketing to new level
Queensland researchers have helped identify new ways for retailers to use AI and camera technology to predict shopper behaviour and tailor store layouts.
Aust stocks rally to five-month high
The ASX has enjoyed its second-best day of gains since 2020, rising 2.7 per cent, after consumer price figures suggested US inflation has finally peaked.
Qld pilot allegedly knew of illegality
The trial of a north Queensland Pilot has heard in taped phone conversations he knew he was operating without an air operating certificate.
Bob and Robbie Katter took flights with allegedly unlicensed charter operator
Queensland MP Robbie Katter has given evidence at the fraud trial of pilot Josh Hoch who's accused of operating charter flights illegally.
BHP adapts to ‘megatrends’, sorry for harm
BHP is looking for assets at the right price as the world demands more minerals to build a net-zero economy, but doesn't see a future in green steelmaking.
Renewable energy parts makers eye Qld
The Queensland government says 230 companies are interested in setting up manufacturing plants for renewable energy generation parts in the state.
Origin Energy fields $18.4b takeover bid
Origin Energy shares have soared by a third after its board said it would recommend a $9-per-share takeover offer from Brookfield Asset Management.
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Ransom payouts lure ‘lowlife’ hackers: REA
REA Group's chief says the company behind Australia's biggest property website wouldn't pay a cyber attacker's ransom as it only encouraged more hacks.
Qld tightens driver’s licence ID rules
Queensland has tightened the rules for using a state driver's licence for identification purposes following the Optus data breach in September.
ACCC eyes mandatory code for gas companies
The consumer watchdog is considering the viability of a mandatory code of conduct to keep soaring energy prices contained.
‘Flying food’ trial expands in Australia
Australians will be able to order more food and medicines by drone in an expansion of Google's air delivery service.
People want value, not local shops: Coles
The head of grocery giant Coles says the pandemic trend of "local shopping" is unwinding as customers look for cheaper prices instead.
Qld Greens want public energy retailer
Queensland would have a single public energy retailer to ensure consumers have cheap and reliable electricity under a Greens proposal.
Newcrest tackles costs, gets first strike
Newcrest is chasing more copper to underpin gold mining operations and says it has contracts in place to control costs amid global inflationary pressures.
NAB sees 20pct decline in house prices
National Australia Bank says that while some customers will face difficulties as rates rise, the at-risk cohort is just a tiny fraction of its loan book.
IR changes will serve common interest: PM
As debate continues on government workplace changes, Anthony Albanese says the reform will rebuild an outdated system.
Aust stocks higher despite energy losses
The big banks and lithium miners helped the ASX200 jump another 0.36 per cent on Tuesday, despite sharp losses by the energy sector and James Hardie Industries.
Elderly Qld farmer trapped in mud
An elderly Queensland farmer has survived being trapped in mud for two days after falling from his tractor.
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Qld urged to speed up Lake Eyre protection
Activists are calling on the Queensland government to publicly release its assessment of plans to protect the Lake Eyre Basin before Christmas.
Blue Sky crash spurs second class action
Angry shareholders have filed a second class action over Blue Sky's 2019 implosion when its market value was wiped unexpectedly.