Asbestos concerns ‘until at least 2100’
Health and workers’ rights advocates are pushing ministers to curtail asbestos, warning it could linger into the next century despite being banned in 2003.
Manufacturing
$215bn industry could create 53k jobs
The untapped value of an up-and-coming industry that could create thousands of jobs has been revealed in a new report.
Woolies warns of ‘shift’ in spending
As shoppers tightened their belts, the grocery giant said it had experienced a “noticeable shift” in consumers’ behaviours since Christmas.
How Australia plans to lure foreign cash
Amid a backlash from economists and industry experts, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has unveiled an overhaul of foreign investment policy.
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Tesla faces brutal $728 billion crisis
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RBA’s Lowe risks being a casualty of rate hike politics
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Builder collapses with 1250 jobs at risk
The building firm was borrowing hundreds of millions of dollars pinning its hopes on a deal that came to a sudden end, sealing its fate.
Owner disappears after firing 2700 workers
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Massive cash boost for one group
Funding available for start ups in one state will be boosted by up to eight times its current amount, with $40 million added to the pool.
Price of pub staple set to skyrocket
Food industry insiders are warning of a new shortage in the lead-up to Christmas, with price increases looming for takeaway meals and pub staples.
Violent clashes at largest iPhone factory
Workers have clashed with security as violent protests broke out over pay and Covid restrictions at Foxconn’s iPhone factory in central China.
‘Wouldn’t survive’: Why Aussies need China
Some small Australian businesses are having to turn away from the local market and are looking toward China to stay afloat.
Carbon capture ‘proven’ path to zero: Santos
Santos boss Kevin Gallagher walks a fine line but he insists gas is here to stay – for now.
Building company collapses owing $11m
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