RBA flags rate pause but more rises likely
Mortgage holders are likely to endure more rate hikes but the central bank board wants to give its policy tightening a chance to flow through the economy.
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Regions hold up as city home prices dive
Regional home prices soared during the pandemic and are so far proving more resilient to interest rate shocks than metropolitan markets.
Medibank hackers dump more data
Russian hackers have released more sensitive information and are threatening more is to come, as Medibank faces potential legal action over the hack.
White Ribbon jetski event called tone deaf
A flotilla of 50 jet skis will ride in formation to raise awareness about domestic violence in NSW, but the event has been called confusing by critics.
States vary approach to COVID-19 wave
As a fourth COVID-19 wave approaches, some jurisdictions are ramping up their response, while others hold the line on restrictions.
Albanese secures meeting with China’s Xi
Reducing Australia's dependence on China will be an important step for the nation's resilience, as Anthony Albanese secures a meeting with Xi Jinping.
Petrol hits 17-week high, but relief ahead
Motorists are paying more than $2 a litre at the pump in several major cities but some cities are entering the discounting phase of their fuel cycles.
Banks to pay $126m over dodgy insurance
A class action has been settled with three of Australia's big banks, with customers sold consumer protection insurance to share in $126 million.
Coroner visits NT town where cop shot teen
The coroner in an inquest for an Indigenous teen shot dead by an NT policeman has been welcomed with song and sorrow to the remote community where he died.
‘Unbelievable’ flood rips up NSW town
The central-western NSW town of Molong has been devastated after wild storms hit, as people trapped in floodwaters are dozens were rescued from their roofs.
Inquest told army helicopter started blaze
Two army personnel in charge of a helicopter that started Canberra's 2020 Orroral Valley bushfire have given evidence to an inquest at the ACT Coroners Court.
Umpire arrested over suss Brownlow bets
Sporting Integrity Intelligence detectives have interviewed four men, including an umpire, over suspicious betting activity linked to the AFL's Brownlow Medal.
Storms threaten more flooding in NSW, Vic
Storms are forecast across multiple parts of the country as a humid air mass tracks north east, heightening the flood risk across soaked river catchments.
GP fury over NSW pharmacy ‘game-changer’
General practitioners are furious with the NSW government expanding the ability of pharmacists to give vaccinations and prescribe some drugs.
PM wraps first summit with Biden meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had a meeting with US President Joe Biden as he finishes the Cambodian leg of his Southeast Asia tour.
Bill relief promised at Vic party launches
Victoria's major parties have both promised power bill relief at their official election campaign launches, ahead of polls opening for the November 26 election.
Ban looms for data breach ransom payments
The federal government is examining whether to ban companies from paying ransoms to hackers should they suffer a data breach.
Wong outlines plans on China relations
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has outlined the need to stabilise relations with China and the Pacific nations as she delivered the Whitlam Oration.
Australia commits to more Ukraine support
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has recommitted Australia's support for the Ukraine as the nation's foreign minister requests help with energy infrastructure.
Melbourne has the best tap water
Drinking water straight from the tap in Melbourne is a rejuvenating choice with the city taking out top honours in the Best Tasting Tap-water nationwide.
Cruise ship with virus outbreak docks
The Majestic Princess cruise ship has docked in Sydney with about 800 COVID-19 positive people aboard and will head to Melbourne on Saturday afternoon.
Dark matter of mine closure for small town
What happens after a mine closes may be a challenge for owners and communities but experts say it doesn't have to be a mystery if planners can learn to adapt.
A race to help kids diagnosed with cancer
Race car driver Jimmy Vernon is giving 20 per cent of his corporate sponsorship to a foundation helping kids with cancer.
AI takes retail marketing to new level
Queensland researchers have helped identify new ways for retailers to use AI and camera technology to predict shopper behaviour and tailor store layouts.
Amazon Aussie exec reveals drone plans
Tech giant Amazon has revealed plans to deliver millions of packages by drone by 2030 using an aircraft one executive says would also suit Australia.
House hunters could look to border towns
First home buyers in Victoria and Queensland could enter the market sooner by looking over the border after NSW introduced significant property tax changes.
Aust to ‘hack the hackers’ behind Medibank
Australia has sent a pointed message to Russian cyber criminals believed to be behind the Medibank data theft saying it will "hack the hackers".
PM focuses on Southeast Asia friendship
The prime minister says trust and communication is the key to build relationships with other nations and address global challenges.
Aust stocks rally to five-month high
The ASX has enjoyed its second-best day of gains since 2020, rising 2.7 per cent, after consumer price figures suggested US inflation has finally peaked.
Land Rover’s ‘Disco’ brings power, comfort
High performance, comfort and fuel economy are on offer in the new and improved Land Rover Discovery, which reaches the speed limit in under seven seconds.
NSW teachers enraged by pay decision
NSW teachers say a pay decision handed down by the industrial umpire has delivered an insulting pay cut to the state's teachers.