Qantas boss braces for Senate inquiry turbulence
Qantas chief Alan Joyce faces a rough landing when he fronts a Senate inquiry into the cost of living, as the airline comes under fire for its record profit.
consumer issue – macro economics
No-interest loans to give more drivers their own wheels
More Australians will be offered financial help to secure a car after a no-interest loan scheme received a $500,000 cash injection.
Economy falters as rattled consumers tighten belts
Australia is on track for two years of sluggish economic growth that may be even weaker than first feared.
Transport costs pile up for families with record rises
The price of getting around is soaring in Australia and a new report reveals households in some cities are paying more than $500 a week for transport.
Costly fuel makes car sharing an option
Car sharing and hiring from a provider who offers a flat rate on fuel has become a real option for suburban families struggling with petrol prices.