Star’s pledge to do whatever is necessary
Star Entertainment Group is asking authorities to allow its Sydney casino to continue operating after outlining a far reaching plan to reform its operations.
economy, business and finance
Another oversized rate hike on the cards
The case for yet another large 50 basis point interest rate hike has grown a little stronger as inflation proves to be increasingly hard to shake.
Australia not safe from economic downturn
The troubles facing the global economy are far from over and Australia is unlikely to get away unscathed, an OECD report says.
Robodebt inquiry pledges accountability
A royal commission into the controversial robodebt scheme has heard opening statements from the two people in charge of running the inquiry.
Motorists warned to fill up ahead of tax
Petrol prices are expected to jump about 25 cents a litre during the next few weeks after the fuel excise tax is reinstated in full.
Qld hits out over NSW stance on land tax
The NSW government will block moves by Queensland to access data it needs to impose land taxes on property investors who live south of the border.
Coalition, Labor say low risk of recession
The Labor government and federal opposition believe Australia's economic fundamentals are strong, but there are headwinds coming from overseas.
Queensland Government approves hydrogen corridor
Queensland has inked an agreement with three of Korea's largest conglomerate groups to build a green energy export corridor in the state's north.
RBA dividend not expected for years
The central bank has defended its $281 billion bond-buying program but says it has had serious consequences for its balance sheet.
Qld poised as nation’s ‘clean engine room’
Australia's vital coal and gas port of Gladstone could become a global hub of clean jobs and investment, served by abundant renewable energy.
Bankwest to close east coast branches
About 120 staff members are expected to be affected when Bankwest closes its remaining non-West Australian branches by the end of October.
Mining technology start-ups to share $21m
Australia's green bank is investing $21 million into clean mining technology so the key resources sector doesn't miss out on the benefits of cutting emissions.
Region can ward off ‘climate carnage’
Leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region have gathered in Brisbane to work out how to limit the death and destruction future natural diasters will deliver.
Fuel relief to end amid price spike fears
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has confirmed a temporary fuel excise cut will end next week but he doesn't expect prices to spike.
Treasurer reveals $50b budget turnaround
Jim Chalmers has revealed government finances were better than expected for the previous financial year but foreshadowed tough decisions in his first budget.
Treasurer flags a major spending rethink
Government finances are in better shape than expected, but the treasurer is not banking on high commodity prices as the long-term solution to budgetary woes.
Credit card debt the lowest priority
Australians facing financial hardship will pay their phone bill before any other form of debt, with people most likely to default on maxed out credit cards.
Origin exits Beetaloo for ‘cleaner’ energy
Origin Energy has sold its stake in the gas-rich Beetaloo Basin for a loss, sparking calls from Traditional Owners and environmentalists for others to leave.
Wall St closes lower on rate hike worries
US stocks have closed lower for a third straight session as a rise in job openings fuelled fears the US Federal Reserve has another reason to maintain its aggressive path of interest rate hikes to combat inflation.
ASX falls 2.0pct in worst drop in 8 weeks
The local share market has suffered its worst loss since early June following hawkish comments by America's top central banker.
Record number of new Australian businesses
Australians are starting new businesses in record numbers, with more than 160,000 added to the economy in 12 months.
Qantas posts $1.9 billion loss but revenue up
Qantas has posted a full-year underlying pre-tax loss of $1.86 billion after border closures and travel uncertainty as the COVID-19 pandemic weighed on earnings.
Virgin Australia to add more Boeing 737 MAX 8s
Virgin Australia is adding four Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to its fleet, taking its number of Boeing 737s to 92.
ASX falls 1.2pct to near three-week low
The local share market has suffered its worst loss in seven weeks as traders suddenly turn skittish ahead of a major conference of central bankers from around the world.
Queensland business downcast amid strong earnings
Queensland businesses expect sales and revenue to grow, but they're less confident amid record operating and labour costs, a survey shows.
Omicron wave sends office return backwards
Office occupancy rates plunged in most major Australian cities in July as COVID-19 cases spiked across the country.
Mining magnate Rinehart to expand Queensland gas
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart is partnering with South Korean steel giant POSCO to expand gas projects in Queensland in a move welcomed by local industry.
Mammoth warehouse delivers goods faster
A robotics centre in western Sydney is helping small and medium sized businesses deliver faster to their customers.
RBA tempers language on rate rises
Economists say the RBA has laid the groundwork for less aggressive rate hikes, but the government acknowledges the latest decision will sting homeowners.
Likely rate rise will be difficult: PM
The Reserve Bank board is expected to lift the cash rate for the fourth month in a row when it meets on Tuesday, with economists tipping a 50 basis point rise.
Truckers rally in Canberra in reform push
Hundreds of trucks have rolled into the nation's capital in a call for improved safety for drivers and industry reform after dozens of deaths in recent months.