Jobs data will be big ticket item for rates outlook
The official jobless rate could start to show some signs of lifting, as domestic economic conditions continue to deteriorate and weigh on hiring decisions.
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First female RBA governor to bring ‘reform agenda’
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has welcomed the elevation of Michele Bullock as the next RBA governor, calling it a historic appointment.
Reserve Bank’s minutes to put spotlight on rates pause
Minutes from the Reserve Bank of Australia's board meeting will shed light on its reasons for hitting pause on interest rates after a run of successive hikes.
Growth fears, expiring fixed rates fuelled RBA’s pause
The Reserve Bank board had another tough choice between hitting pause on interest rates or delivering another hike at its last meeting.
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Clean energy gets dirty as politics of transition flare
Federal Climate Minister Chris Bowen has taken a swing at his political opponents, claiming a "cabal of climate denial" runs policy in the federal opposition.
Economic slump fears gave Reserve Bank reason for pause
The Reserve Bank board had another tough choice between hitting pause on interest rates or delivering another hike at its last meeting.
Outlook for economic activity slightly more upbeat
Australia's economic growth is still tracking towards lower-than-usual performance despite future-looking indicators showing a glimmer of improvement.
Pause in interest rate hikes no salve for mortgage pain
More mortgage holders are likely to miss repayments despite the RBA pausing rates, yet analysts say robust lending rules should keep a lid on delinquencies.
Bad bosses face jail if SA industrial death laws pass
The South Australian parliament will consider proposed laws to make industrial manslaughter a criminal offence with a maximum 20-year jail term.
Court backs green light on Narrabri coal mine expansion
Climate activists say a court's decision to dismiss their bid to stop Whitehaven's Narrabri coal mine expansion was "out of step with community expectations".
Fruit and vegetable grower Costa confirms takeover bid
Shareholders of Costa Group could receive a healthy financial boost after the fruit and vegetable grower confirmed it received an unsolicited takeover offer.
Relief as Reserve Bank hits pause on interest rates
Borrowers will welcome a break from interest rate hikes as Australia's central bank opts to keep the official cash rate steady at 4.1 per cent.
Tight squeeze in mortgage belt as hikes hit hip pockets
The prospect of another rate hike is heaping pressure on a growing number of mortgage-holders struggling to meet their repayments.
Jobs slashed as miner Aurora enters administration
Liquidators have been appointed to administer struggling miner Aurora Metals' Queensland assets, with the future of 45 employees in the balance.
Dozens of families lose out in home-builder’s collapse
A liquidator has revealed dozens of families are in limbo and others have lost thousands after the collapse of Melbourne home-builder Bentley Homes.
RBA opts for pause as hikes wash through economy
The Reserve Bank has kept interest rates steady with light appearing at the end of the tunnel for mortgage holders in the fight against inflation.
Mini-home building boom might be ready to splinter
Fresh data points to a rise in home-building, an uptick in housing lending and recovering property prices - but storm clouds are gathering.
Fresh support for Porter Davis customers who missed out
The Victorian government has extended its support scheme for Porter Davis customers who were left out of pocket when the company went into liquidation.
Expert unit tackles ‘scamdemic’ bilking Aussie millions
While the federal government has assembled a team of scam-busting experts to target investment swindles, a consumer group says alternative action is needed.
‘Unjustified’ toll hike fuels cost of living crisis
Transurban will increase road tolls almost 4 per cent, which the transport unions says will burden motorists during the cost of living crisis.
Home builder Bentley Homes slides into liquidation
Melbourne-based Bentley Homes has collapsed, citing economic pressures, with the builder abandoning further works.
How to blast rocks and negativity into prosperity
Chemicals giant Orica expects to be a winner in the latest boom because miners need tech to find new ore and explosives to blast critical minerals out of rock.
Moon mining: ground zero for doing things differently
Mining on the moon is starting small as Australia and NASA prepare to develop self-sustaining habitats to support a giant leap to Mars.
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Call to crack China’s dominance in critical minerals
Global demand for Australia's critical minerals is giving Treasurer Jim Chalmers optimism about mining's future in a net-zero emissions world.
Australia urged to invest $100b in battery industry
A think tank has called for a critical minerals compact with South Korea to electrify the start of an onshore battery minerals processing industry in Australia.
Retail trade beats forecast as sales lure shoppers in
Cash-strapped consumers are taking advantage of sales and pushing up retail trade temporarily, with the spending slowdown expected to continue next month.
Watchdog concerned by Transurban EastLink road takeover
The ACCC has raised preliminary competition concerns over Transurban's proposed acquisition of Horizon Roads, the operator of Melbourne's EastLink toll road.
Aviation engineer training academy set for take off
Qantas and Aviation Australia will team up to deliver two engineer training academies and increase the number of highly-skilled workers entering the industry.
Consider the generations when opening and closing mines
As mines open, developers are urged to consider the knowledge of generations who have come before and who should be part of planning for eventual closure.
Inflation figures boost hopes of hold on interest rates
A softer-than-expected inflation number could be enough to keep interest rates on hold next week but the battle against rising prices is not over yet.
Consumers, communities guide mining on sustainable path
A mining conference has heard values-driven consumers don't want 'dirty' electric cars that use unsustainable minerals in their production.