Lacklustre lift in August retail trade
Consumers appear to be spending more cautiously and the number of vacant jobs has fallen further, new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows.
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Treasurer rules out any relief from petrol price pain
Drivers aren't likely to get federal relief to lower petrol prices, the treasurer says, despite the higher prices at the bowser.
Sluggish retail data could keep rate hike cycle at bay
Retail trade and job vacancy figures will paint the Reserve Bank a clearer picture of the economy's health ahead of a crucial cash rate decision.
Qantas chair to stay at controls despite mounting flak
Qantas boss Richard Goyder is defying calls for his resignation, saying he won't step away from the airline as it looks to improve its battered image.
Inflation jump complicates Reserve Bank’s job
Australia's consumer prices have risen 5.2 per cent in the latest figures, with fuel, housing, transport, food and insurance the biggest drivers.
Cloud-based micro businesses floated for future economy
Artificial intelligence in health, education or agriculture could fix many social challenges and is within reach for even the smallest firms, a report shows.
Annual inflation lifts 5.2 per cent in August
Australia's consumer prices rose 5.2 per cent annually, higher than the previous month, with housing, transport, food and insurance the biggest drivers.
‘Shocked’ Qatar bosses lash government flights call
As calls mount for Qantas boss Richard Goyder to resign, Qatar Airways has revealed what happened when it asked the Albanese government for extra flights.
Joyce to be summoned by Senate probe on Qantas lobbying
Former Qantas CEO Alan Joyce will be summoned to appear at a Senate inquiry examining the airline's role in a government decision to reject extra Qatar flights.
‘Shocking’: Qatar bosses lash government flights call
As calls mount for Qantas boss Richard Goyder to resign, Qatar Airways has revealed what happened when it asked the Albanese government for extra flights.
Qantas chiefs to front Qatar flights knockback probe
Pressure on Qantas chairman Richard Goyder to quit is intensifying as the airline's bosses prepare to appear at a parliamentary inquiry probing its problems.
More flights no silver bullet for Qantas woes: union
Extra Qatar Airways flights would not necessarily fix the issues endemic to a workforce wiped out by Qantas, unions say.
Pressure grows on Qantas chairman as inquiry continues
Pilots are calling on Qantas chairman Richard Goyder to quit for overseeing "one of the most damaging periods" in the airline's history.
Qatar airs anger at Qantas over flights-bid ‘lobbying’
Qantas has been accused of drumming up negative messaging over Qatar Airways' bid for more flights into Australia by the Gulf state's aviation authority.
Pressure grows on chairman as Qantas scrutiny continues
Business groups and rivals have a chance to weigh in on Qantas at an inquiry into the Qatar Airways knockback as pilots call on chair Richard Goyder to quit.
Payment plan to help pensioners, job seekers into work
Job seekers will get welfare benefits for up to six months as they transition into the workforce, under a suite of changes announced by the Albanese government.
Labor aims to smooth bumpy road off income support
Job seekers will soon receive welfare benefits for up to six months as they transition into the workforce, under changes announced by the Albanese government.
Net zero, care economy graduates to be fast-tracked
Millions of dollars will be spent on fostering the jobs of the future as part of the federal government's vision for the Australian labour market.
Spring auction rates heating up, just like the weather
There have been more homes sold at auction around the country this weekend as the traditional heating up of the spring housing market gets under way nationwide.
High fuel prices to flow through to inflation print
The monthly reading of consumer prices is expected to move up a little to reflect higher prices at the pump, potentially complicating efforts to curb inflation.
Labor mulls options to bolster fire-fighting ranks
The federal government is considering a range of creative options to ensure Australia has the personnel it needs to fight worsening bushfires.
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Big users bankroll new power to offset carbon footprint
Mining companies are among big energy users bankrolling wind farms and other renewable energy projects to offset carbon emissions.
Labor’s jobs plan not at odds with RBA, says treasurer
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says his ambition for full employment is not in conflict with the RBA's endeavours to reduce inflation.
Tony Abbott nominated to Fox Corp board of directors
Tony Abbott has been nominated to sit on Fox Corporation's board of directors, a day after media mogul Rupert Murdoch's retirement plans were unveiled.
Rex cuts flights, blaming rivals ‘pillaging’ pilots
Regional carrier Rex Airlines is blaming Qantas and other competitors for "pillaging" pilots as it further reduces flights between country towns and the cities.
From dictator to trailblazer, MPs react to Murdoch move
Politicians, many of whom have been in the firing line of Rupert Murdoch's media empire, have given mixed reactions to news of his retirement.
Federal budget back in black for first time in 15 years
The Labor federal government has smashed its earlier forecasts for a budget surplus, although the treasurer says deficits are expected in coming years.
Rupert Murdoch steps down as News Corp, Fox Corp boss
Rupert Murdoch is stepping down as leader of both Fox's parent company and his News Corp media holdings
Frydenberg puts political return on hold for boardroom
A parliamentary comeback at the next election is off the table for Josh Frydenberg as he takes on the role of Goldman Sachs Australia and New Zealand chairman.
US Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged
The US central bank has left its key interest rate unchanged for the second time in its past three meetings but signalled rates could be raised again this year.
Banks push back on mandates to stay in rural Australia
Increasing branch closures across rural Australia have raised the possibility of forcing banks to operate a minimum number of country outlets.