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.
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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.
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.
Dodgy rentals demanding up to $600 a week
See inside Sydney’s horror rentals, where landlords are banking on desperate tenants to fork out for near unliveable dwellings.
Leaders put to the test as everyday Qlders hit breaking point
Queenslanders are pleading for real action to bring down the cost of groceries, rentals and extend the energy rebate ahead of a showdown between Steven Miles and David Crisafulli.
Why we’re buying more chocolate than ever before
Chocolate used to be a treat but for many they are turning to the snack due to other reasons.
cooSubmit your questions as leaders go toe-to-toe on cost of living
Queenslanders will be given their first chance ahead of the October election to dissect how Labor and LNP parties plan to ease the cost of living. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS NOW
Cheap ways to add big value to your home
Rather than spending bucketloads on an expensive home renovation, these expert tips can help add value without breaking the bank.
$14b surplus but Queenslanders can’t make ends meet
There is more than enough money for every one of us to have a home, fresh food, medicine, a reliable way to get to work, and to pay our bills, writes Aimee McVeigh.
How Qld’s petrol rip-off is really changing your life
Queenslanders are changing their habits due to soaring petrol prices – this is a confronting reality.
Mapped: How much rent has gone up in every Qld suburb
Tenants in more than 50 Queensland suburbs will have to pay at least $100 a week more than last year to keep a roof over their heads. SEARCH FOR YOUR SUBURB
‘Unfathomable’: Qld rent affordability worst on record
Rental affordability has hit a historic milestone, with a typical Queensland family locked out of leasing a huge share of the state’s homes. INTERACTIVE REPORT
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.
‘Unfathomable’: living crisis for 8m Aussies laid bare
A ‘grim picture’ has emerged of just how tough millions of Aussies are doing in this cost of living crisis.
Mali’s honeymoon is long over, but Speirs’ challenges are even greater
Premier Peter Malinauskas has dropped from his stratospheric standing during the 2022 election campaign. But, as Paul Starick writes, David Speirs’ challenges are greater.
Revealed: The SA site earmarked for nuclear power station
The site of an old SA coal-fired power station has been earmarked for a nuclear reactor under a Coalition clean energy plan.
Golden rules of property investment
If you’re an investor returning to the real estate market or a rookie looking to make your first buy, these are the rules you need to stick to, according to property guru John McGrath.
First-home buyer scheme most likely to get you a home
Expert analysis of first-home buyer assistance schemes to help Aussies has found the top program needs to be reviewed. Find out why, and how much you could save.
Desperate bid to fix ‘silver tsunami’ of empty homes
Australia’s ‘silver tsunami’ is raising unprecedented challenges as baby boomers refuse to leave empty homes they can’t look after, prompting a push that could save taxpayers $100m a year.
‘Desperate measures’ as Qld residents pull plug to combat power bill shock
Cooking in a backyard firepit, going to bed when it gets dark and hardship payment plans: the spiralling cost of electricity is taking its toll on Queensland residents.
Godfreys exposes true cost of RBA assault on Aussies
Lured into large loans with the promise of low interest rates, householders and businesses need immediate relief, Paul Starick writes.
Career paying $150k ‘straight out of school’
Employers are being forced to offer high wages, even for entry-level roles, for workers trained in a career that’s in demand across several industries.
Key factors to help or hurt home prices
Industry experts outline the biggest issues facing the Aussie real estate market right now.
New Tesla Model Y rival’s surprising price
A new electric family SUV is headed to Australia later this year and it’s going to give one of the most popular cars in the nation a run for its money.
Passing the buck: Kouts’ ultimatum to retailers
Electricity retailers must pass on a plunge in their costs to householders, Energy Minister Tom Koutsantonis is demanding.
Used car prices plummet in win for buyers
Finally some good news for Australians struggling with cost of living pressures as the average price of a second hand car has dropped significantly. See how far prices have fallen.
How to get a cheaper iPad, Mac or Surface Pro
Further study doesn’t just boost your career, it can also help save you money on computers, tablets and other devices. Here’s how to get a good deal.
Warning for borrowers as banks make vital change
Lenders are ditching key incentives and quietly raising rates despite the RBA keeping the cash rate on hold, with experts warning borrowers to perform a key check.
The countries Aussies are fleeing to for free education
As the cost of living crisis pushes higher education further out of reach, Aussies are headed overseas for free and low-fee universities. See top locations.
Glamour beach suburb where home prices are in freefall
Despite upward home prices from coast to coast, there is still value to be found, as evidenced by this glamour beachside suburb where prices have slumped 23 per cent.
Grumpy old man’s tips for buying real estate young
Cut back on junk spending and save for a home instead – it’s blunt advice from a grumpy old man, but can pay off enormously.
Work from home: What Aussies want to go back into office
Workers have come to “value their freedom” and the flexibility offered by WFH arrangements – and they don’t intend to give them up easily.
What to worry about this year
From hip-pocket furphies and what you don’t know about AI, to our biggest political challenge and weather weirdness – these are the key things to watch out for now the holidays are over.
How to beat the real estate boom
You can buy more quickly and more cheaply despite Australia’s booming property market by following these five steps. But be prepared for some ‘brutal honesty’.
Where you can buy a beach house for as little as $250k
These are some of Australia’s most affordable seaside suburbs, where you can buy a beach house on a budget.
‘No one is listening’: Single dad’s plea after kids spend Christmas in car
A homeless southern suburbs father just wants a stable roof over his young sons’ heads – but says single dads are being left behind in the housing crisis.
Everything you need to know about stage 3 tax cuts
Under the proposed stage three tax cuts, many Aussies could be set to have more money in their wallet. See what the tax cuts mean and how they could help you.
Skyrocketing prices force huge homebuying change
As home prices show no sign of going down, homebuyers are being forced to dramatically change what they want in a property.
‘It’s bulls**t’: Sneaky sales tactic costing homeowners plenty
Shock new research has revealed how damaging a controversial real estate agent practice designed to drive up prices really is.
Uncovering the truth: Southeast Qld’s ‘backyard rental black market’
The ads – primarily on social media – are deliberately vague, and the prices listed inevitably turn out to be far less than what is demanded when you actually apply.
PM drops major cost of living relief hint
The Prime Minister has defended his decision to bring his Labor colleagues to Canberra early, saying he was focused on delivering urgent cost-of-living relief to Australians.
Huge deals on electric cars as competition heats up
Car companies have slashed thousands from the retail prices of electric cars as shiny new metal looms on the horizon and overseas demand starts to stall.
‘Stunt’: Albo’s cost of living crisis talks slammed by Sharma
The half-million dollar cost of the PM bringing every Labor politician to Canberra to discuss cost of living relief for struggling Australians for one day has come under scrutiny.
‘Scrap them’: Albo given $228bn warning
Contentious tax breaks for people with multiple properties are on track to cost the budget $228bn, prompting calls for the concessions to be scrapped.
Shock back-to-school costs revealed
The amount Australians will be spending on school supplies this year has been revealed, and the figure may shock you.
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