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Aussies earning six-figure salaries feeling the pinch
The cost of living crisis has gotten so out of control in Australia that even those earning $100,000 are asking for pay in advance as they live “pay cheque to pay cheque”.
How Labor’s ‘crazy’ petrol price plan could actually work
Steven Miles’ plan to open state-owned petrol stations has been universally panned, but there are potential benefits, writes Parvinder Kler.
Premier’s stunning admission over servo plan dubbed ‘dumbest ever’
Steven Miles has made a stunning admission about his pledge to open state-owned fuel stations, which the LNP has labelled “the dumbest policy by a Queensland premier”.
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Cheaper flights from Adelaide to Europe are on the way
Trips to Europe are about to get cheaper, with Emirates’ return to Adelaide expected to spark a price war between rival airlines. See how much you could save.
Power play: How Qld’s leaders will take up the cost-of-living fight
Energy rebates on skyrocketing power bills would stay under the LNP, while Premier Steven Miles promised hip-pocket relief in the budget as the two leaders faced off.
Attn Albo: Don’t forget those worst-hit by cost of living crisis
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been asked to make a commitment to those victims worst-hit by the cost-of-living crisis.
Editor’s view: Cost pain requires longer-term fixes
Whichever party ends up in office, direct subsidies are an ultimately unstainable strategy for any government to assist with the cost of living, writes the editor.
Heaven to Hell: once cheap areas where living costs have exploded
These cities were once among the cheapest in Australia, now they have become the most expensive.
Super funds wage war on early withdrawal move
First time buyers hoping to follow New Zealand’s lead to use super to help fund their home loan deposit have been dealt a blow by a powerful superannuation group that’s lobbying against it.
Elderly ‘halving’ charity meals to avoid starvation as leaders slam supermarkets
Elderly Queenslanders are cutting charity meals in half to preserve food amid the state’s worsening cost of living crisis, as the state’s leaders faced off over the key issue.
‘Ruthless’: How two in 5 Aussies will buy a home in next 5 years
Pandemics, rate hikes, dire supply, nothing is fazing the real estate juggernaut with two in every five Aussies expected to do whatever it takes to buy a home in the next five years. Here’s how.
What financial help is available to renters
Aussies struggling to pay the rent may be eligible for financial help as affordability hits a new low across the country. See what’s on offer in your state.
How to get approved for a rental
With scores of tenants competing for the same rental listings, you need to stand out from the crowd to get your new home. Here’s how.
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