The ‘high hold’: RBA steers economy into new phase
Australia is not out of the woods yet, but the outgoing central bank boss increasingly looks to have finished the hiking cycle.
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RBA keeps rates at 4.1pc as it warns of weak economy
A sharper-than-expected drop in inflation has allowed the RBA to leave interest rates on hold for a second month, but warns that further hikes may be on the way.
Revealed: The meeting that sealed fate of RBA’s Lowe
The private get-together with the Treasurer marked the end of a whirlwind few months for the central bank governor.
Price of progress: Electric vehicle performance and ease of operation set high standards
The first Kia Niro was below par, but the new model is worthy of consideration for those considering an EV. If the price stacks up.
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10 graduate jobs offer pathway to mining industry
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The cost of lives: Mining execs have bonuses cut after tragic deaths
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One of the best luxury cars you get get on the road for less than $80k
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Here for the long haul: King coal to keep the crown
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