The compact EV which undercuts Tesla and takes it to the Chinese
While slotting into the compact SUV line-up, the new Kia EV3 still packs some punch.
Business
Laminex factory closure ignites job loss fears and surprise
The decision to shutter the Monkland factory and shift focus to Toolara has taken the region’s leaders by surprise, as the company declines to comment further on how many jobs will be lost or what the upgrade will look like.
Meet the couple behind exciting new eatery
A childcare worker and plasterer have decided to do a complete 180 on their careers, offering a taste of authentic Japanese cuisine on the Fraser Coast.
Superannuation mistakes to avoid making this month
The end of financial year is looming and there’s plenty you can do to maximise your investment returns. Just don’t get caught in this common trap.
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What now for ailing resource giants?
Our big five resources stocks – BHP, Fortescue, Rio Tinto, Woodside and Santos – have disappointed investors recently, and now face fresh challenges.
Council watchdog won’t pursue secret caravan meeting claim
The council watchdog has decided not to pursue claims against five Fraser Coast councillors who took part in a private meeting ahead of a controversial vote on the Torquay Beachfront Caravan Park.
High term deposit rate days are numbered
Reserve Bank interest rate cuts are denting the incomes of savers, but there are ways to minimise the losses. Here’s how to invest cash and what a decent term deposit rate looks like now.
The rebadged underdog ute that might surprise you
With a toughened exterior and new tech, the Mazda BT-50 ute is working hard to fend off challengers.
‘Major boost’: 35,000 extra seats each year for Hervey Bay flights
The addition of extra Jetstar flights between Hervey Bay, Melbourne and Sydney will add more than 35,000 seats a year for travellers visiting the Fraser Coast region.
Which bank? Mortgage relief comes faster for some after RBA move
Some of the big banks are lowering home loan rates faster than others after the RBA cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, in a move welcomed by millions of borrowers.
‘Terrifying’ amount lost on pokie machines so far this year
Mayor George Seymour has joined the growing throng of people condemning the ‘catastrophic’ impact of pokies in light of the almost unbelievable amount of money poured into them.
Super hack: doing the splits can pay off nicely
Rule changes in superannuation have made contribution splitting more attractive for couples. Here’s what you need to know.
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