Rental crisis is everywhere, dire for essential workers
The rental crisis is now in every community, as the nation's essential workers struggle to find affordable homes to rent and monthly dwelling approvals drop.
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Melbourne, SE Qld lead way for new jobs figures
Data reveals the areas of Australia with the highest level of jobs growth in the year to August, according to an ABS analysis.
Slow economic growth set to continue into 2025
While there may be a slow uptick in economic growth in the near future, it will remain subdued into the 2025, a survey has predicted.
One ring to track all? Wearable tech extends its reach
Would you trust a ring to track your sleep? It is a question more Australians may ask this Christmas as smart jewellery vies for attention.
Dodgy subscription traps and hidden fees to be banned
A slew of manipulative sales tactics, including subscription traps and hidden fees, are in the federal government's sights.
Teachers pocket $50k bonus as they move between regions
The state government should ditch their $50,000 incentive to lure teachers to regional Victoria and investigate ways to retain experienced and loyal staff.
Australia ‘appalled’ at Gaza deaths, aid blockade
Australia IS "appalled by the unacceptable deaths of innocent civilians" following Israel's operations in Gaza, as food shortages spark outrage.
Fund sent $511k to CFMEU ahead of criminal allegations
APRA dropped an investigation into a super fund that paid over $500,000 to the CFMEU but took action again after reports of the union's alleged criminal links.
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Locked out of your business account? Log in and tell us
Small businesses are fighting with tech giants after being locked out of accounts or waiting for payment and want a reboot on how their complaints are handled.
Move against Victorian Liberal leadership falls flat
Backroom discussions about a coup to oust Victorian Liberal Leadaer John Pesutto have come to nought at a highly anticipated party meeting.
PM quizzed over $4.3 million clifftop property purchase
The prime minister has been peppered with questions about the purchase of a $4.3 million luxury home for he and future wife Jodie Haydon.
George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer’s
Newsman George Negus, instantly recognisable with his trademark moustache, will be remembered for his sharp mind and direct but disarming interview style.
Opera House to be lit up for King after coronation snub
The sails of the Opera House will be illuminated with images of past royal visits to Sydney when the King and Queen arrive in the NSW capital.
Stage three tax cut spending spree yet to surface
Fans splashed out on footy finals in an otherwise slow month for consumer spending, which is yet to show a bounce from tax cuts that came into effect in July.
Truth commission could reset, restore nation’s history
A federal truth commission could restore and reset'Australia's history, but must be led by Indigenous people, an inquiry has been told.
Optimism pushes Australian shares to a record finish
The S&P/ASX200 finished 0.8 per cent higher and above 8,300 for the first time, after gains by major miners and the big banks.
‘Wonderful move’: foreign GPs fast-tracked to plug gap
Qualified doctors from Ireland, New Zealand and the UK will be able to see Australian patients sooner after the regulator eased registration hurdles.
Telstra board to reflect on backlash over executive pay
A significant number of Telstra shareholders voted against the telco's remuneration report, in part because of issues related to its enterprise division.
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Trial to test if electric vehicles can power homes
Australia's national science agency will team with an electricity retailer to find out whether electric cars can be used to power homes and back up the grid.
More Diddy sex assault claims, including against teen
A new wave of lawsuits accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Farmland sales plumb 29-year low as price demands boom
Farmers' asking prices for their land are spooking potential buyers as the number of deals plummets almost 20 per cent in 12 months.
‘Genuine risks to people’: deadly bird flu strain
People are being urged to become aware of what they need to do if they come into contact with dead birds killed by a particular strain of the bird flu.
New deputy premier picked as cabinet reshuffle looms
A political veteran and former senator has been appointed deputy premier of Tasmania's minority Liberal government, as the party searches for a new treasurer.
Debit card surcharges could be scrapped in crackdown
Surcharges on debit card purchases could become a thing of the past by 2026, but some groups are warning the fees could be imposed in other ways.
Interstate ferry fiasco claims Liberal deputy leader
The deputy premier of Tasmania's minority Liberal government has resigned from cabinet over ferry delays and cost blowouts.
Inflation green shoots could spell earlier rates relief
A cooling rental market and slower pay growth hint at a disinflationary pulse some economists hope could deliver borrowers an early Christmas present.
Spit hoods to be used on kids again
The use of spit hoods will be reinstated in NT youth detention centres and police watch houses, as part of sweeping changes to the justice system.
‘Needs his mother’: boy’s tragic act after mum’s murder
The young son of Ellie Price, whose boyfriend Ricardo Barbaro was found guilty of her murder, remains deeply traumatised by his loss.
Queen loved touring relaxed Australia, aide reveals
A former royal aide says Queen Elizabeth particularly enjoyed her tours down under because there were fewer formalities than elsewhere.
Deadly bird flu could lead to mass extinctions
Australia is preparing for a deadly strain of the bird flu which could lead to the extinction of unique species, as authorities brace for its arrival.
Lehrmann’s ‘only shot’ at income on OnlyFans: lawyer
In resisting a bid for "unemployable" Bruce Lehrmann to pay $200,000 ahead of a defamation appeal, his lawyer says he deserves a chance to clear his name.