‘Gross exaggeration’: Comm Games $7b cost disputed
Organisers for the 2026 Commonwealth Games have disputed claims the now-cancelled event could have cost Victorian taxpayers $7 billion.
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Organisers blindsided by Victoria cancelling Comm Games
The 2026 Commonwealth Games slated for regional Victoria will not go ahead after the government was told it would cost more than twice its initial estimate.
Reserve Bank’s minutes to put spotlight on rates pause
Minutes from the Reserve Bank of Australia's board meeting will shed light on its reasons for hitting pause on interest rates after a run of successive hikes.
RBA governor stresses slow productivity at G20 talks
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe says weak productivity growth could be a bigger but less immediate problem than inflation.
Victoria pulls the pin on 2026 Commonwealth Games
The 2026 Commonwealth Games slated for regional Victoria will not go ahead after the state government pulled support, saying hosting them will cost too much.
Risk versus dreams in rival voice referendum messages
Sporting stars and former judges weigh in on constitutional recognition as formal arguments are published for the voice referendum 'yes' and 'no' campaigns.
PM to hold his tongue on date for voice referendum
Anthony Albanese says he won't make an early announcement about the date for a voice referendum because voters don't like long campaigns.
Former partner calls for consultancy royal commission
The big four consultancy firms should not enjoy legal protections offered to the industry, an ex-partner for one of the companies has told an inquiry.
By-election, polling show federal Labor under pressure
Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the coalition also losing ground but quietly confident.
Easing global inflation story takes pressure off rates
Moderating inflation around the world could help the Reserve Bank build the case for an extended pause on interest rates.
Time short for voice ‘yes’ campaign to find right pitch
The 'yes' campaign for an Indigenous voice needs to step up its game if it wants a successful referendum later this year, a leading marketing expert warns.
Deloitte employee sacked over information breach
Consultancy firm Deloitte has confirmed an employee who shared confidential government information has been stood down.
First female RBA governor to bring ‘reform agenda’
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has welcomed the elevation of Michele Bullock as the next RBA governor, calling it a historic appointment.
WA to stand alone in keeping no-fault evictions
WA Premier Roger Cook has suggested banning no-fault evictions would put an unnecessary burden on landlords as a fifth state promises to outlaw the practice.
Treasurer keen to progress global tax deal at G20
An overhaul of global taxation, climate change and the energy transition will be raised by Treasurer Jim Chalmers at the G20 finance ministers meeting in India.
Poll indicates voter backlash against major parties
The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote is at its lowest level since the election, with the Coalition also losing ground.
Calls for big consultant firms to be broken up
Large consultancy firms should be broken up to reduce conflicts of interest, the former head of the consumer watchdog has told an inquiry.
Consultancy firm issue worse than expected: Gallagher
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
Coalition to target ‘Albo-nomics’ after Fadden win
Following an LNP win in a Queensland by-election, Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley will spearhead a coalition attack on Labor's economic management.
Deloitte under the spotlight at consultancy inquiry
Deloitte executives are scheduled to face a Senate committee which is looking at problems with the federal government's use of consultants.
LNP pushes back on ALP attempt to rain on Fadden parade
Labor has attempted to position the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "lethargic" by using a little-known metric.
State LNP continue crime, health push after Fadden win
A federal by-election with no major surprises gave the major parties latitude to make meaning of the result ahead of next year's Queensland state election.
‘I have a mountain of respect’ for Lowe: Treasurer
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is unable to say if inflation can come back down without a rise in unemployment but declined to comment on the RBA's July rate decision.
Australia told to call out China corruption in Pacific
Western nations need to boost intelligence gathering in the Pacific and expose Chinese corruption to protect democracy in the region, a leading academic says.
Jobs data will be big ticket item for rates outlook
The official jobless rate could start to show some signs of lifting, as domestic economic conditions continue to deteriorate and weigh on hiring decisions.
‘No comfort’ for Peter Dutton after Fadden by-election
Labor has described the Liberal National Party's win in the Fadden by-election as "pretty lethargic", as cost of living issues bite.
Coalition holds seat of Fadden in federal by-election
The Liberal National Party will hold the federal seat of Fadden vacated by Stuart Robert after candidate Cameron Caldwell swept ahead in a by-election.
LNP’s Cameron Caldwell takes out Fadden by-election
Liberal National Party candidate Cameron Caldwell has won the by-election for the federal seat of Fadden in the northern Gold Coast.
New RBA governor to send the right message on rate talk
A leading economist says the Reserve Bank's new governor brings monetary policy credibility while the treasurer praises her leadership and communication skills.
Coalition expected to hold Fadden in key by-election
The Liberal National Party will hold the federal seat of Fadden vacated by Stuart Robert after candidate Cameron Caldwell swept ahead in a by-election.
Polls close in telling Fadden by-election
A Queensland by-election is shaping up to be the coalition's to lose as polling closes in Fadden, with Liberal candidate Cameron Caldwell the firm favourite.