Aussie punter takes down US lottery
A secretive Aussie gambler dubbed “The Joker” has emerged at the centre of a $151 million US lottery scandal.
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Major bank’s huge cash backflip
In a major win for cash advocates a big four bank has reversed its plan to close down three previously abandoned banking facilities.
Experts slam Labor, Libs housing policies
Economists have picked apart the key Labor and Liberal housing policies, saying house prices will likely go up further.
Jacenko rent reality we didn’t see coming
Something shocking has happened in Sydney – one of the city’s most affluent areas has lost Jacenko and there’s a wild reason she’s renting now.
Grim update for one group of Aussies
Older Aussies say their biggest fear is running out of money in retirement, as cost of living continues to put pressures on household budgets.
‘Outrageous’: Trump kids cashing in
As Donald Trump pushes the US closer and closer to a recession, his five children are using his time in office to make serious bank.
‘Pig’: Foul response to AFL player’s wedding
When Chloe Pink’s wedding photos were posted, she expected compliments and well wishes, not insults so cruel they left her crying for a week.
ASX rockets up after Trump tariff backflip
US President Donald Trump’s wild backdown on tariffs has lifted Wall Street and sent the Australian sharemarket shooting up.
How Easter affects your Centrelink cash
The Easter holidays could affect how millions of Aussies receive their support payments. Here’s what you need to know.
Oz Lotto jackpots to whopping $70m
One lucky punter could soon score a massive $70m after no one claimed the top prize in this week’s Oz Lotto draw.
‘Rich privilege’: Star’s Sydney act offends
A popular star has struck the wrong chord after sharing something that has made people call her “out of touch”.
Big win for wannabe homeowners
A major hurdle for people with this type of debt has been lowered, making homeownership more realistic.
Get-rich-quick warning after ASX crash
Aussies have been warned of scammers trying to deceive people with too-good-to-be-true investment opportunities after a big hit to super funds.
Simple act costing Aussies hundreds
Aussies are missing out on hundreds of dollars in interest payments due to this remarkably simple mistake.
Legendary investor does it again
Warren Buffett has become the only mogul among the world’s 10 richest whose net worth has risen this year despite a market sell-off.
Secrets of rich people revealed
An expert who has spent two decades working with investors has revealed the top money habits of those who build wealth faster.
Trump tariffs spark five-year AUD low
The Australian Dollar is the weakest it’s been in five years thanks to Donald Trump’s tariffs.
What you need to be in richest 1 per cent
More Aussies are reaching mega rich status, despite the pandemic leading the country into the recession for the first time in 30 years.
Map shows issue has ‘never been worse’
“No part of the country has been spared” as the least affordable electorates in the country have been revealed, with renters having scarce few options.
Mysterious lottery winner yet to claim ticket
A lucky Australian punter is seemingly waiting till the last minute to come forward and collect their massive $100,000 lottery jackpot win.
Secret Aussie billionaire joins mega rich club
There’s a record 170 billionaires in Australia including three new women and a little-known former Sydney banker now worth $13bn.
Why $134m lotto winner may get nothing
A woman with a winning $134 million lottery ticket may never get her payout because of a technicality, sparking an investigation.
Aussies to get $5-a-week tax cut
Jim Chalmers has revealed plans to put pennies back in every Australian’s pocket, in a budget night speech marked as much by what was not said than was.
Packer’s superyacht selling for $283m
The reclusive billionaire has listed the superyacht, which was specially built for him, and features a list of luxury features including a nightclub.
Reason star became ‘unpopular’ instantly
A very famous star has opened up about the phone call she got that changed everything.
How much you need to be on a ‘good’ salary
This is exactly how much you need to be earning to be on a decent salary in 2025.
‘Staggeringly high’ wage needed to pay rent
A once-secure $100,000 salary is now far below the income Aussies need to afford average rents, sparking new warnings about the country’s rental crisis.
Fresh blow to super-for-housing plan
Peter Dutton’s super-for-housing scheme will drive prices up between 7 and 10 per cent, analysis from the University of South Australia shows.
Climate campaigner defends ritzy private jet
An Aussie billionaire and ardent climate change campaigner has just bought a private jet, but says he feels a ‘deep internal conflict’ about it.
‘Over my dead body’: Rich Aussies melt down
Tensions have erupted in one of the nation’s most picturesque communities over a “huge, ugly” change most Aussies probably wouldn’t even notice.
Photos back up woman’s claims about Aus
A woman who spent $60 on a prawn entree has declared Australia has a “two-tier economy” – and these Sydney pictures seem to back her up.
Major change to Qantas rewards program
Jetsetters and frequent flyers will need more points to take Qantas long haul flights in the premium seats under new changes to the popular program.
Fears over rogue remark amid tariff deadline
A state premier’s rogue remark about the US Vice President could play a role in deciding if Australia gets a tariff carve out, a senior opposition senator claims.
Hot Ivanka photos undermined by one fact
Donald Trump’s eldest daughter, Ivanka Trump, might be powerful, beautiful and wealthy but there’s one reality she can’t escape.
‘Broken up’: Wild price gouging penalty
Aussie grocery giants face being broken up or paying hefty fines for price gouging under a wild election proposal from one party.
Lucky punter claims $30m in major win
One extremely lucky person woke up with a fatter wallet after scoring the winning ticket in Thursday night’s Powerball, pocketing a cool $30m prize.
Push to hit Aussie billionaires with super tax
The Greens are leading the call to force Australia’s richest people to pay a “billionaires’ tax” that they claim could rake in nearly $25bn in four years.
Numbers revealed for $20m Powerball
Dig out your lotto ticket, the winning numbers for Powerball’s Thursday night draw have been released, and a life-changing $20 million is on the line.
5 million Aussies set for cash boost
Pensioners, renters and students will receive a big income boost next month. Here’s what you need to know.
Aussies floored by mortgage broker’s salary
A Brisbane worker has left Aussies gobsmacked with her insane yearly salary after she was stopped on the street and asked what she does for work.
When is the next RBA meeting on interest rates?
The Reserve Bank of Australia has switched things up, meaning eager homeowners will have to wait a little longer to find out if they will get another rate cut.
NAB posts $18m-a-day profit
Anti-crime measures and wage costs have eaten into one of Australia’s major bank’s $18m-a-day profit.
ASX tumbles on big bank, Woodside woes
A slump in the big banks and energy stocks pushed the Aussie market into the red on Tuesday, as the RBA struck a note of caution following its long-awaited rate cut.
Green light for major airline shake-up
A huge shake-up to Australian air travel has cleared a major hurdle, as the competition watchdog says it will approve a deal between two key players.
‘On notice’: Dutton’s vow to insurers
Insurers have been put “on notice” as Australians struggle to find affordable policies in an increasingly unpredictable climate.
Big bank posts eye-watering profit
A major Australian bank has posted a massive three-month profit as it expects one thing to rise in the coming months.
Messy twist in search for missing billions
A man is refusing to give up on his decade-long search for a fortune that was accidentally tossed away by his partner.
Australia’s world-first move to stop scammers
Australia is fighting back against cyber security threats, and this world-first move against scammers is leading the way.
$95k homebuyer boost announced for Aus
Carrying a big student debt and can’t get a mortgage? See how much more you could borrow under new changes.
Surprising group targeted by scammers
One demographic has emerged as the most popular target for scammers – and it’s not who you would think.
Proof the Aussie dream isn’t dead
Fresh government data has shined new hope on the great Australian dream, proving you can still buy a home in a popular city for under $1m.
‘Every cent’: Family’s mortgage grief
Kat Clark was working three jobs and living with the fear she’d lose her home because of a very difficult financial reality.
‘Failing’: Huge group of Aussies left behind
Two-thirds of a massive Australian cohort are living in poverty, going without enough food or medicine to keep a roof over their head.
Aussie bank delivers huge card makeover
An Aussie bank has just dropped a huge update to its debit cards.
Terrifying reality in Aussie scam crisis
At a secret location in Sydney, experts have revealed the terrifyingly simple way Australians are being fleeced more than any other country by scams.
Billionaire, descendant of Muhammad, dies
A billionaire who lived a lavish lifestyle complete with a massive yacht and private jet — and who was known for his philanthropy, has died.
‘Feel broke’: OnlyFans star divides Aussies
Influencer and OnlyFans star, Anna Paul, has taken to social media to defend herself, but her “feeling” claim has caused even further debate.
Seemingly ‘rich’ Aussies admit big money lie
A young Aussie has taken to social media to share why she feels so “behind”, asking a question that has exposed a grim reality.
Single winner claims entire $100m jackpot
A Sydney woman has revealed her plans after scoring the entire $100m Oz Lotto jackpot, making her the biggest sole winner in the game’s history.
‘Shocker’: Premier admission on MP’s car use
More revelations about the Transport Minister’s liberal use of ministerial cars are a “shocker” and one particular trip is “indefensible”, the NSW Premier says.
How Temu took down Aussie pioneer
International retailers are drawing consumers in by offering cheap products and low shipping costs, but their meteoric rise is coming at the expense of local businesses.
Why flights to LA to become a lot cheaper
A giant American airline will become the third player on a key Australia to US route later this year.
ASX rises to new record high
Friday’s rally in mining, real estate and technology stocks pushed the ASX 200 to a new record high.
Bank bucks trend with bold move
As the major banks close more regional branches, one of the big four is taking a different approach for face-to-face dealings on Saturdays.
How young Aussies can get $1321 boost
Applications are now open for young Aussies to get a tax-free $1321 cash boost, but there’s a catch.
Massive $100m prize up for grabs
A major jackpot has blown out to $100m after no division one winners were picked in Tuesday’s draw.
Major change to credit cards an Aussie first
An Australian bank has been the first mover Down Under to catch up with a key anti-scam development being used around the world.
‘Rush’ for eye-watering $70m prize
Australians are set to “rush” for a chance to win a major $70m prize after last week’s draw ballooned when there was no jackpot winner.
Heir to $462m pie empire jailed for murder
The heir to a $462 million pie company has been jailed for life for the “barbaric” murder of his childhood best friend.
Lambo guy’s shock offer for sacked Nine star
Billionaire Adrian Portelli has taken to Instagram with a vow to help an embattled Channel 9 presenter who stepped down over the fallout from a $50k payment.
Salary admission that should concern you
A stark money admission being made by a concerning number of Australian workers has highlighted a major trend as we continue into 2025.
Huge number of Aussies needing a rate cut
A huge number of Aussie households have said they are desperately needing a rate cut when the Reserve Bank next meets.
Oz Lotto skyrockets to $70m
The Oz Lotto draw has ballooned even further after no division one winners were announced in Tuesday night’s draw.
Inside Trump’s $1.9 trillion inner circle
Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony was attended by a who’s who of billionaires, including some surprising faces.
Major $50m jackpot up for grabs
One Aussie could be lucky enough to be crowned first winner of a major jackpot in 2025.
Why 20yo needs to work after $12m win
The young man, who won an eye-watering amount of money, has shared the “grim” reason he has had to go back to work.
Luckiest lotto number revealed
The luckiest number in one of the world’s biggest lotteries has been revealed as its prize jackpots to more than half a billion dollars.
‘Staggered’: Major catch for Aussie rate cut
With thousands of Aussie homeowners buckling under the weight of hefty repayments and the cost of living crisis, a financial expert has laid out his best tips going into 2025.
‘Need HR’: Boss reveals ex employees’ salary
After a popular podcast host called her former salary “decent” her ex-boss has gone viral for revealing exactly how much money she was making.
Andrew Forrest named in Exxon defamation suit
One of Australia’s richest people has been named in a Texas defamation lawsuit filed by an oil and gas giant.
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