Thinking behind Reserve Bank’s ‘hawkish pause’ on show
Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe will this week give a speech after keeping interest rates steady in July and the big four banks will be grilled by politicians.
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Sexual health clinics under pressure as STI cases rise
Sexual health clinics are under pressure as cases of STIs rise after the COVID-19 pandemic, and it's feared demand could increase even more next year.
Victorians to pay the country’s most property taxes
A report has laid bare the extent to which both the Victorian and NSW state budgets depend on property taxes.
No-bet register a sure thing for problem gamblers
Betting addicts will be able to exclude themselves from gambling as part of a voluntary register called BetStop.
Albanese lands in Berlin, unveils $1b defence deal
Anthony Albanese will meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin on the first leg of the prime minister's three-day trip to Europe for the NATO summit.
Few plan to spend tax returns as economy stalls
Fear of a slowing economy and direct financial pressures are weighing on taxpayers, with most planning to bank their tax returns or service debts.
Convicted meth trafficker allowed to gamble at Crown
A judge has questioned whether Crown has shown contrition by replacing its board of directors and senior management following public awareness of its failings.
Australia sends RAAF aircraft to assist Ukraine efforts
Australia will assist Ukraine by sending a Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft to help protect logistics hubs within European airspace.
Consumers are not buying RBA’s interest rate pause
The threat of more interest rate increases is weighing heavily on the minds of consumers as high inflation proves hard to dislodge.
Crown fights to postpone full payment of $450m penalty
Crown Resorts could be forced to prove that a $450 million penalty imposed after "egregious" breaches of anti-money laundering laws cannot be paid right away.
Albanese lays down EU trade deal bottom line
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists he won't sign a European Union trade agreement without improved access to the common market for Australian farmers.
Court signs off on Crown’s $450 million penalty
Crown Resorts can pay a $450 million penalty for anti-money laundering breaches in instalments but this may change if the firm's financial position improves.
Rates and inflation keeping clamp on consumer sentiment
The threat of more interest rate increases is weighing heavily on the minds of consumers as high inflation proves hard to dislodge.
Albanese lays down the bottom line for EU trade deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists he won't sign a European Union trade agreement without improved access to the common market for Australian farmers.
‘More work required’ as EU, Australia fail to reach FTA
Australia and the European Union have failed to reach a free trade agreement, the European Commission says, and "more work is required" to address key issues.
Court signs off on Crown’s $450m penalty payment plan
Crown Resorts can pay a $450 million penalty for anti-money laundering breaches in instalments but this may change if the firm's financial position improves.
Warning for businesses as defaults reach record high
Business trade payment defaults have surged to a record high as surging interest rates constrain spending, sounding insolvency alarms in the months ahead.
Budget repair not leaving households behind: Treasurer
Struggling households should not expect extra cost of living relief soon but the treasurer has not ruled out more help if the economy deteriorates markedly.
More rate rises ‘possible’ but RBA’s course uncertain
The head of the Reserve Bank says more interest rate rises are possible to get inflation under control, but the July pause was appropriate.
EU trade talks stall as Australia holds out for farmers
The Australian government remains hopeful of striking a deal with the European Union on free trade, as the latest talks stall.
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How to make net zero happen: ‘Get on with it and adapt’
Nuclear power is too expensive and slow to build, while offshore wind will be crucial to achieving climate and energy targets, a net zero report finds.
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Another big Aussie telco signs with Elon Musk’s SpaceX
Australian mobile phone users are being promised greater coverage after Optus announced a partnership with SpaceX to boost its reach.
Australian shares up as commodities lift energy, miners
The local share market has finished 0.4 per cent higher after a positive lead from the US, with rising commodity prices benefiting energy and materials sectors.
Australia unable to seal EU trade deal as talks stall
Talks for a free trade deal with the EU have stalled over Australia's demands for greater access for its agricultural products into European markets.
Caged eggs on menu as industry scrambles over phase-out
Agriculture ministers will meet in Perth, with the phase-out of caged eggs among topics to be discussed, amid warnings of more expensive eggs.
Business as usual for rich-lister Forrests after split
One of Australia's richest couples, Andrew and Nicola Forrest, have separated but will continue working together on their various business interests.
Taxpayers pipe $70m into Hunter renewable hydrogen hub
Chemicals giant Orica says industrial-scale renewable hydrogen and green ammonia is within reach, and would free up domestic gas supply for households.
Business as usual for rich-list Forrests after split
One of Australia's richest couples, Andrew and Nicola Forrest, have separated, but they will continue working together on their various business interests.
Dutton doesn’t rate a public servant for RBA governor
Peter Dutton says a senior public servant should not be chosen as the next RBA governor, arguing it should not be a political appointment.
Reality descends as low-cost airline Bonza cuts routes
Just months after Australia's newest airline took to the skies, budget carrier Bonza is cutting five low-demand routes to improve service and reliability.
RBA leadership call expected as Lowe speculation mounts
The Reserve Bank of Australia could be getting a change of leadership, with the treasurer expected to announce a decision on the governor job soon.