Email that cost government $5m
The email spelled disaster for 77 homeowners, and now, years later, it’s come back to bite the government.
Other Industries
Builder collapses after ‘stop work’ order
A string of construction companies linked together have collapsed, leaving more than two dozen projects in jeopardy.
Controversial $30b solar project approved
The solar farm is expected to cost billions in taxpayer funds, however, most of the power won’t be going to Australian homes.
‘Terrible year’: Domino’s financials fall flat
Domino’s investors opening the yearly results are having a tough time digesting the cold, soggy returns.
Dire warning for ‘stagnant’ Aussie jobs
The Australian economy is growing at its slowest rate since a sharp recession in the early 1990s and it’s particularly bad news for white-collar workers.
Clash over $3bn hit to Australia’s bottom line
Federal spending has been put into the spotlight following the dramatic drop of iron ore prices due to weakened demand from China.
Industry risks collapse as cost crisis bites
With the rising cost of living stretching budgets further than ever, cost-conscious Aussies are cutting back. It’s left one key industry in a battle to survive.
‘Absolutely furious, livid’: Outrage over ‘tax’
Thousands of Aussies trying to keep their bills down are being stung with a hidden tax advocates are calling “madness” as the cost of living continues to bite.
Company collapses, no refunds for customers
Dozens of customers have been left out of pocket and one person has been left homeless in the wake of the company’s sudden collapse.
‘No doubt’: Explosive CFMEU claims
Shocking claims about the controversial CFMEU have been made at a hearing into Australia’s cost-of-living crisis.
Major Aussie builder on brink, owes $22m
The company, directed by a lawyer, is on the brink of possible collapse and is connected to one of Australia’s major builders.
Aussie economy delivers shock jobs boost
The latest employment figures beat expectations, with the Australian economy adding tens of thousands of new jobs.
Big bank’s great news for homeowners
Australia’s biggest bank has just delivered some heartening news for struggling mortgage holders.
‘Chaos’: Staff fired after child ‘excluded’
An incident that left a child highly distressed and a mum “devastated” is part of the “chaos” at one of the country’s major childcare providers.
Grim sign for Australian workers
A massive employment platform has just delivered some bleak news to Aussie job hunters.
Aussies buckle under ‘wageflation’ pressure
Wages are exploding across Australia, but there’s a downside to the money bump.
Resilient consumer sector lifts Aussie shares
Bumper results from a bellwether retail giant injected renewed confidence into the Aussie sharemarket on Monday.
‘False prophets’: RBA deputy’s warning
A man at the top of the Reserve Bank of Australia has warned Aussies against “false prophets” who claim to know what will happen in the future.
New pain for fans after music festival canned
Music fans have been dealt a fresh blow after organisers of a major festival made the “difficult decision” to cancel their 2024 show.
Bunnings item recalled over child death fears
A common item sold at Bunnings Warehouse stores across the country has been recalled over fears it could seriously injure or kill young children.
$21m Aussie company goes bust
A $21m healthcare company that specialises in a hi-tech wireless earbud has gone bust in a fallout with a key supplier.
Childcare chain rocked by leaked chat
Parents who send their children to a major childcare chain have raised concerns about their kids’ safety after a decision was made by the operator.
Man accused of X-rated act with pig
A Victorian man is accused of performing an X-rated act with a pig that was inadvertently caught on camera by animal rights activists.
‘Don’t have the money’: Crisis hits Aussies
One company raked in $120 million and still couldn’t survive. Players in this “beautiful” sector are sounding the alarm on the the struggles they are facing.
‘Two masters’: PwC CEO’s $1.2m secret
PwC’s chief executive is facing a grilling over his “profound conflict of interest” in a probe into the firm’s infamous tax scandal.
Concerning trend for major Aussie city
One Aussie city is seeing a concerning trend, with office vacancies at an all-time high as workers refuse to return to the office.
Luxury builder’s rego revoked
About 230 customers have been left with unfinished homes after authorities revoked a luxury builder’s registration.
‘Heavy hearts’: Popular restaurant to close
The Australian hospitality industry continues to be hit with another restaurant that had operated for years set to shut for good.
Major Australian beverages brand collapses
Staff members were let go on the spot after the company couldn’t prevent a collapse despite making $120 million last year.
Sacked Rex Airlines hostess speaks out
A ‘heartbroken’ air hostess has issued a frustrated message to a Rex customer who complained their flight had been cancelled.
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