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.
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‘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.
Labor driving towards secure future with jobs roadmap
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to release the Employment White Paper setting out policies to put secure jobs in reach of more Australians.
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Heatwave, bushfires wreak havoc as threat moves north
Bushfires are burning across a number of states as a heatwave is forecast to move into Queensland and the Northern Territory, sparking a wave of warnings.
Recipe for change as dry spell may eat into food prices
The declaration of an El Nino event alongside a second driver of dry weather could prove to be another spanner in the works in the fight against inflation.
Inflation cooling to plan but fuel on RBA’s watchlist
The Reserve Bank of Australia appears comfortable with the inflation outlook but there are concerns about petrol prices and a weakening Chinese economy.
Perth rents rise fastest as housing supply dwindles
Rental prices are skyrocketing in Perth as home vacancy rates plummet amid chronic housing supply shortages and unprecedented demand for homelessness services.
More homes put up for sale as property rebound sets in
The spring selling season looks to have started early, with national listings surging more than 20 per cent in the last month of winter.