Rates and inflation keeping clamp on consumer sentiment
The threat of more interest rate increases is weighing heavily on the minds of consumers as high inflation proves hard to dislodge.
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TikTok admits ‘serious misconduct’ in surveilling press
Executives from social media platform TikTok admit serious changes are needed in the wake of misconduct by "rogue employees" who allegedly spied on journalists.
Albanese lays down the bottom line for EU trade deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists he won't sign a European Union trade agreement without improved access to the common market for Australian farmers.
Albanese meets NATO chief during Lithuania summit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg and several different world leaders on the sidelines of the alliance's summit.
‘More work required’ as EU, Australia fail to reach FTA
Australia and the European Union have failed to reach a free trade agreement, the European Commission says, and "more work is required" to address key issues.
Monopoly players hinder RBA board’s game on inflation
The challenges faced by the Reserve Bank in seeking to put a lid on inflation will be highlighted at an economics conference in Brisbane.
PM meets world leaders, NATO chief at Lithuania summit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg and several different world leaders on the sidelines of the alliance's summit.
Major banks face grilling on approach to rates, scams
A parliamentary committee will hear from two of the top four bank chief executives on the impact of rising interest rates and online security concerns.
More help for Ukraine as Albanese prepares for NATO
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has landed in Lithuania for the NATO summit, where he will hold a number of meetings with world leaders on the sidelines.
More asking for help but borrowers resilient, says ANZ
ANZ chief executive officer Shayne Elliott says the major bank's customers are faring pretty well as interest rates rise and economic conditions decline.
NATO stops short of inviting Ukraine to become member
NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg says NATO will invite Ukraine to join the military alliance when "members agree and conditions are met".
Philip Lowe still on treasurer’s RBA top-job shortlist
The treasurer expects to make a decision on the Reserve Bank's leadership soon and he says he's picking from a well-qualified pool of individuals.
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Federal backing for Rio Tinto refinery hydrogen pilot
A refinery in Gladstone will get a federal grant for a renewable hydrogen project that is key to the decarbonisation of Queensland's industrial heartland.
Independence key to RBA governor role, says Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers expects to make a decision on the Reserve Bank's leadership soon and says he's picking from a well-qualified pool of individuals.
EU trade talks stall as Australia holds out for farmers
The Australian government remains hopeful of striking a deal with the European Union on free trade, as the latest talks stall.
More asking for help but borrowers resilient: ANZ
ANZ chief executive officer Shayne Elliott says the major bank's customers are faring pretty well as interest rates rise and economic conditions decline.
Deal triggers global rush as state seeks 500 new cops
Thousands of overseas police have expressed interest in joining Queensland's ranks and hundreds will soon begin training under the state's recruitment drive.
Albanese to shed light on regional security at NATO
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is attending a NATO summit in Lithuania where he is hoping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy.
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Alumina refinery trial swapping gas power for hydrogen
The federal government is contributing $32 million to a trial project swapping gas for hydrogen to power the emissions-intensive alumina refining process.
Elections body fears low voter turnout in Fadden
The Australian Electoral Commission is taking action to encourage people to vote in the upcoming Fadden by-election.
Indigenous focus in milestone suicide prevention plan
Australia's first legislated plan to prevent suicide includes a focus on reducing risk among Indigenous communities.
Reserve Bank governor pledges ‘significant’ overhaul
Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has laid out a major shake-up of the central bank in the wake of a wide-ranging review into the institution.
NATO important for peace in Indo-Pacific: Albanese
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has laid out his vision for security co-operation at a NATO summit involving Indo-Pacific leaders.
Interstate deals could guide NSW workers’ next pay rise
NSW has been warned it could add to inflation as experts consider whether the state should look at interstate deals to guide its public sector wage increases.
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How to make net zero happen: ‘Get on with it and adapt’
Nuclear power is too expensive and slow to build, while offshore wind will be crucial to achieving climate and energy targets, a net zero report finds.
Rate rises still on cards but RBA chief softens stance
The head of the Reserve Bank says more interest rate rises are possible to get inflation under control, but the July pause was appropriate.
Resilient home loan borrowers surprise big bank bosses
Top executives from ANZ and NAB say their customers are faring pretty well as interest rates rise and economic conditions decline.
TikTok data gathering behind federal ban: cyber agency
The Australian Signals Directorate says TikTok's ability to gather user information was partly behind the reason for its ban from federal devices.
Australia unable to seal EU trade deal as talks stall
Talks for a free trade deal with the EU have stalled over Australia's demands for greater access for its agricultural products into European markets.
Inquiry called for youth detainee transfers to Don Dale
An inquiry has been launched into the transfer of youth to a detention centre where a past royal commission found evidence Aboriginal children were mistreated.
Australia to donate dozens more bushmasters to Ukraine
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy at the NATO summit, announcing more military aid.