Why Aussies are ignoring high interest rates
Home prices continue to rise despite the cost of living crisis, economic uncertainty and high interest rates. This is why.
Cost of Living
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Sneaky building tactics all homebuyers should know
If you’re building a home, there are a number of hidden costs that could cost you plenty you need to be wary of.
‘Ambiguous’: Questions as Treasurer reveals overhaul of Qld property taxes, charges
In a shock move ahead of elections, a major overhaul of housing taxes has been announced for Queensland as industry warns it could ‘destabilise the property market’.
Last chance EOFY deals: Where to find a bargain
There are huge savings to be found in the final days of the end of financial year sales. See the top deals on offer across popular brands including Apple, Dyson and KitchenAid.
Revealed: Pay rise for premier’s spin doctors and advisers
Premier Peter Malinauskas’ 40-strong team of staff have received a pay rise. See their hefty new pay packets.
Starick: Are governments actually killing off the Aussie dream?
A bleak sight in Adelaide may provide a depressing glimpse of Australia’s future, writes Paul Starick.
‘A win for everyone’: Retirement now in 1.2m new homes target
Empty homes will be freed up and thousands more units built after the Albanese government issued 11th hour approval to add retirement villages to its 1.2m new homes target from July 1.
Homebuyers ‘getting used to’ high interest rates
Aussie homeowners and those looking for a new place to live are at peace with jacked up interest rates, according to new figures.
It’s a poo-nami: Sewage trucks swamp Adelaide’s north
Don’t follow these trucks too closely if you’re on the roads in Adelaide’s north. There are a lot of them and they’re doing a job the government says is unacceptable.
Get up to $50 off The Oodie EOFY sale
With end of financial year sales underway, there are huge savings on offer on popular brands. Take a look at the top early EOFY deals up for grabs.
Fears building industry will return to ‘bad old days’
There are concerns the construction industry could take a U-turn to the bad old days when the state’s top building cop steps down soon.
‘Reduce overseas investors’: New housing backlash against migration
Greater pressure is mounting on the Albanese government to cut immigration and foreign purchases of Australian homes as the housing and cost of living crisis escalates.
Mali’s plan to fix the housing crisis
Premier Peter Malinauskas will unveil a housing road map on Tuesday, with plans to fix one key bottleneck blocking new developments.
‘Military-precision’: homebuying hacks we all need to know
Many potential issues with homes for sale can be artfully disguised, that’s why buyers need to embrace their search with ‘military-style precision’ and this checklist.
Aussies switch to cheaper no-frills products amid crunch
Metcash, which services more than 1600 IGA, Ritchies and Foodland stores across the country, says households are switching up the weekly grocery shop to combat higher living expenses.
‘Special to me’: Mali’s personal mission to revive the SA Housing Trust
The SA Housing Trust will be reborn as part of Premier Peter Malinauskas’ blueprint to ease a home supply crisis.
$3m average house price could soon be a reality
The property market is slowing, but in many cases Aussies home prices are crash-proof. Here’s why the real estate boom is never really over.
Big new-car savings as deals return
The traditional end-of-financial-year deals have returned, thanks to improving vehicle supply and increased competition from Chinese brands.
Fractured real estate market tearing up Australia
The splintered nature of Australia’s property market is set to continue for some time due to these crucial factors.
Aussie real estate boom is over
Australia’s runaway real estate prices are expected to hit the brakes over the next 18 months, with rent costs also tipped to cool.
Generation X’s grim retirement outlook
The generation wedged between Baby Boomers and Millennials has a few financial worries on their plate, ahead of the first of them turning 60 in 2025.
Popular brand takes big gamble with SUV
This carmaker has built a solid following in Australia by offering value-for-money cars, but its latest offering drastically strays from that formula.
Families $20,000 worse off under Mali: Liberals’ budget attack
Axing a GP tax and investigating nuclear energy would help cut living costs under a Liberal government, Opposition Leader David Speirs says in his budget reply speech.
The best affordable new car on sale
Car prices have soared in recent years as brands have moved away from offering drive-away bargains. This hatchback breaks the mould.
Tech billionaire offers $100,000 bonus to work for him
Ed Craven is raiding tech darlings, including Atlassian and Canva, offering sign-on bonuses of up to $100,000 for software engineers at his crypto and gambling empire.
What our population surge means for your money
A million more people in two years has meant a lot of extra mouths to feed and roofs to build, and there are financial winners and losers.
Simple mistakes costing renters big time
These simple yet costly mistakes are giving renters huge headaches. Luckily they are easy to avoid with a bit of application.
Shock Aussie city where luxury homes are booming
The luxury property boom in this Aussie city is leaving all others in its wake but you probably haven’t heard much about it until now.
Returning to work after a baby: How to find a balance
Rising costs of living are compelling new parents to return to work sooner – but experts say there are options to make the move easier.
The real mug’s game when it comes to real estate
Looking for an affordable home in Australia is officially a mug’s game but be careful what you wish for, or things could end up like this.
Boom suburbs where home prices will double in 5 years
Homeowners in key suburbs could pocket more than $200k in equity over the next year alone, new price modelling has revealed.
Make fast cash and boost your tax return before June 30
There are a range of subsidies and deals that Australians can access to boost their savings ahead of tax time. See how you can save some money before the June 30 cut-off date.
When will interest rates fall?
As a quarter of the world’s central banks begin to cut interest rates, when is the RBA likely to do the same here?
Price shock for top-selling budget hatch
This cut-price Chinese hatchback has been a popular choice for cash-strapped buyers, but the much improved new model is much more expensive.
Price shock for top-selling budget hatch
This cut-price Chinese hatchback has been a popular choice for cash-strapped buyers, but the much improved new model is much more expensive.
The great pay rise divide: how workers and bosses differ
If you are seeking a big pay increase this year, you may be disappointed, a new report by global group Hays has found.
Health fund changes: How much money you’ll get back
Australians battling cost of living increases will get a hip pocket boost when changes to health fund subsidies take effect next month. See how much you could save.
Cut-price ute thousands cheaper than Ranger and HiLux
This budget newcomer is chasing the hearts and wallets of tradies with a value-for-money proposition that doesn’t skimp on luxuries and equipment.
Why your biggest asset may shock you and how to protect it
People are quick to buy insurance for their homes, cars and other items, but one huge asset is often forgotten.
‘Don’t do it!’: Renos that make your home harder to sell
There are certain types of home renovations should be avoided at all costs if you hope to sell your home at a later date.
‘I prefer cash’: Real reason your takeaway coffee costs more
Small businesses are desperate to change laws to give them a “fair go” as they are being crippled by fees, which have forced some to pass them on to customers, while others don’t have a choice.
660 turned away: Charities struggle amid crippling cost-of-living demand
Community organisations have been forced to deny hundreds of vulnerable Queenslanders relief amid the crippling cost of living crisis.
Top Deals: Save up to $450 on Apple, Dyson
End of financial year sales have arrived offering great savings on a range of popular brands including Apple, Dyson and Kitchenaid. Take a look at this week’s top deals.
Premier ‘unable to act’ as petrol prices surge 40c in 24 hours
Queensland’s peak motoring body has demanded Premier Steven Miles intervene to ban fuel giants from making massive price hikes, but the Treasurer says his hands are tied.
Popular brand introduces cheaper hybrid SUV
Petrol-electric car sales have more than doubled this year and this leading carmaker plans to cash in by introducing a more affordable version of its family wagon.
Get paid before payday: How to do it and why
More Australians are using on-demand pay platforms to access their wages earlier. See how they work and the benefits.
How next month’s tax cut can save you $66k
Spend, save or invest? What you do with your July 1 tax cut could have a big impact on your wealth over the long term.
Car boss says buyers are wary of used EVs
A top car company executive says consumers and car dealers are spooked about the ramifications of buying or trading a second-hand electric vehicle.
Aussie snow season: What you can expect to pay
Australia’s alpine resorts are spending more than ever to ensure good snow coverage for holidaymakers — but there’s a catch. See price hikes.
Rental reforms a lesson in what not to do
With most states divided on how to effect rental reform, the latest changes from this big taxing Labor government are a lesson in what not to do.
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