Home lending slips but still well ahead over the year
Both owner-occupier and investor lending slid in May after three months of growth, yet the total value of loans is holding up as property prices rise.
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Funding injection to help keep banks in Pacific
The federal government will inject millions into shoring up banking services in the Pacific, with the treasurer urging Australian banks to stay in the region.
Energy and mining lead Australian stocks lower
The ASX200 fell 0.76 per cent during trading, with the energy and mining sectors the leading decliners on a drop in oil and iron prices.
GPs urge jabs as winter lurgies return with a vengeance
A spike in illness ranging from flu and whooping cough to gastro concerns doctors and health authorities who urge more people to get vaccinated.
‘Pressure-relief valve’: curfew hits Alice Springs
A three-night curfew has been declared to defuse tensions in Alice Springs after a weekend of violent crimes, including a brawl involving 80 people.
‘Deadly adventure’: speeding BMW driver kills couple
The grieving family of a couple killed by a young driver after he sped through a red traffic light say his "deadly adventure" has caused widespread heartache.
Keep politics out of Alice Springs, minister warns
Linda Burney says long-term funding is needed to properly address issues in Alice Springs, following the first night of a curfew.
Gas before nuclear ‘thought bubble’ in net-zero race
More gas will keep the lights on in Australia's most populous state but nuclear power remains a pipe dream, the NSW energy minister says.
Special envoy to address anti-Semitism in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed businesswoman Jillian Segal to be a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, as he calls for social cohesion.
Pacific banks to be boosted with federal funding
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has urged Australian banks to stay in Pacific nations, with $6.3 million set aside to provide support to the finance sector in the area.
ANZ-Suncorp deal gets final stamp of approval
ANZ's multi-billion acquisition of Suncorp's banking arm and its 1.2 million customers will be completed within weeks.
Man arrested after woman’s body found at rubbish tip
Police will interview a man arrested over the discovery of a woman's body at a waste management facility they believe was first dumped in a suburban bin.
Use frozen Russian funds to build new hospital: envoy
Ukraine's ambassador in Australia has called for action against Russia and aid for his nation after a children's hospital was hit by a deadly missile strike.
Police link tonnes of illegal tobacco to crime boss
Police have seized tonnes of illicit tobacco after raids on properties linked to organised crime, as an alleged enforcer had extortion charges dropped.
China-backed hackers blamed for espionage, data theft
China has hit out at Australia over "groundless smears" after a state-sponsored group was accused of hacking attacks, renewing tensions between the nations.
Family claims $1.4m loan ‘blighted’ 89yo woman’s life
Pepper Money has been sued over an "unjust" $1.4 million home loan which allegedly threw an elderly woman and her family into financial and emotional distress.
‘Heartbroken’ neighbour’s heroic rescue in deadly fire
As police continue investigating a tragic house fire that killed three children, a man who helped rescue four other kids has spoken about the tragedy.
Pacific banking bolstered with federal $6 million boost
Banking services in Pacific nations will be strengthened with $6.3 million from the federal government, as Australian financial services are urged to stay.
Gas before nuclear ‘thought bubble’ as coal reign ends
Gas will keep the lights on in Australia's most populous state, the NSW energy minister says, while dismissing a proposed nuclear power option.
‘Get on with each other’: envoy targets anti-Semitism
Businesswoman Jillian Segal has been appointed as a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, with a similar role for for Islamophobia soon to follow.
Dirty cash flow into Australia risks global reputation
Drug traffickers, terrorists and other criminal groups exploit Australia's extensive trade relations to mask illicit financial transactions, regulators warn.
‘Universe of devastation’: PM mourns spate of DV deaths
The prime minister has expressed heartbreak over "futures torn away" by domestic violence but is facing criticism over the funding of frontline services.
Australia urged to use frozen Russian funds on hospital
Australia's Ukrainian diaspora has condemned a deadly attack on a children's hospital as the nation's ambassador calls for aid and action against Russia.
Police search for teenager bailed over fatal crash
A boy charged over a crash that killed a 28-year-old man has failed to comply with his bail conditions and his location is unknown, police allege.
Why land burials of whales dig a big hole for the ocean
Nature will be the big winner if Australia stops burying dead whales and gives the mighty creatures sea burials instead, researchers say.
Telstra put silent numbers, addresses in phone book
Privacy and safety has been put at risk after Telstra published the private numbers, names and addresses of 24,000 customers in the White Pages.
Killer croc shot after boy taken while swimming
A crocodile responsible for the disappearance of a 12-year-old boy southwest of Darwin more than a week ago has been destroyed, police say.
Community pressure builds over youth crime crisis
Police, legal experts and youth workers will sit down with the Victorian government in a bid to assuage community concerns about rising youth crime.
Watchdog beefed up after cop’s decades of abusing boys
Government has accepted all recommendations of a review into decades of child sexual abuse by a police officer, including victim compensation and new powers.
Smart meters to keep the lights on, one home at a time
Some $50 million for the latest home energy tech aims to help consumers save money by controlling car charging, solar panels, batteries, hot water and aircon.
Anzac Day retail trading ban in NSW to respect veterans
NSW is imposing a complete ban on retail trading on Anzac Day in a move designed to encourage more citizens to pay their respects to the nation's veterans.