Miner goes nuclear with uranium drum
A South Australian mining company has boomed in value from $37m to almost $2bn in less than 10 years and the meteoric rise could continue with the company announcing another big milestone.
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Urgent plea to stop $22bn hit to Aussies
An invasive species first discovered in 2001 has dodged eradication and now it could strip $22bn from Australia by the 2040s.
Aussie tech firm’s crash ‘one of the worst’
An Aussie tech company stopped in its tracks when $30m went missing has resumed trading and been slammed, with its share price plummeting.
Millions lost in failed sport betting scheme
The man behind a collapsed sports betting business has disappeared, leaving investors fearing they are victims of a Ponzi scheme.
ASX flat on new inflation narrative
The Australian sharemarket edged down slightly on Wednesday, as investors settled into a new narrative on inflation.
Bunnings denies ‘slave’ allegations
Australia’s largest hardware chain has come under fierce scrutiny over allegations it has used its market power to mistreat plant suppliers.
ASX slips on Iran missiles, inflation worries
Australian shares slipped on Monday trading as investors price in rising geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East.
400 workers strike at ‘pig-headed’ giant
Hundreds of workers will strike for 24 hours in a long-running pay dispute with an electricity giant after the company allegedly rejected a new offer from the union.
‘Knows almost nothing’: Chalmers’ hits back
In a startling spray, the Treasurer has challenged the economic understanding of his political foes as he defends a major policy change.
Supermarket bosses to face Senate grilling
Executives from Aldi and IGA will be the first supermarket bosses to appear before a Senate inquiry into grocery prices.
Tough new rules to stop covert takeovers
The Albanese government’s overhaul of mergers policy follows concerns that anti-competitive takeover deals are stifling innovation and cause price hikes.
Builder collapses with homes unfinished
Another home builder has gone into liquidation, with at least 24 houses left unfinished.
Supermarket giant backs new $190m fund
Australia’s largest retailer is going direct to the world’s top start-up companies to keep Aussie supermarkets at the forefront of emerging tech.
Brutal rift over major gas claims
A war of words has erupted between two Labor ministers with each other pointing the finger over a major shortfall facing Victoria.
Aussie company spruiks new $800m wind farm
The chief executive of a growing renewable energy company says the proposed location for a new 300MW wind farm “ticks all the boxes”.
Albo drops major cost of living relief hint
The Prime Minister has dropped a new hint on what Australians could expect in next month’s federal budget.
Secret to improving lives of Aussies revealed
Australia’s 2.6 million small and medium businesses could be key to unlocking the next wave of productivity growth.
Dutton blasted over ‘nasty’ rant
Peter Dutton has been swiftly slammed for a series of comments he made to small business leaders as the Opposition Leader ramps up his pitch to voters.
Pasta wars heat up in Sydney suburb
A village-like community will soon be home to a new Italian restaurant, marking the third of the same cuisine within just 200 metres.
Major bank’s huge move on scammers
While criminals siphon hundreds of millions of dollars via scams each year, one bank has launched a new defence.
Bitter fight looms over Aussie wages
The pay packets of 2.8 million Australian workers have become the latest battle between business and unions.
Fresh push for cut to real wages
A key business group has claimed the generosity of previous wage hikes and cost pressures on small businesses mean some workers should have to stomach a real wages cut.
Major school supplier collapses owing $5m
An Aussie company relied on by thousands of parents has collapsed, leaving a trail of unfulfilled orders in its wake and some parents out of pocket.
ASX dips before blockbuster US meeting
The Australian sharemarket has edged lower after a day of choppy trading as cautious investors await the all-important US Federal Reserve meeting.
‘Soul destroying’: Jobs lost in firm collapse
The livelihoods of 55 people have evaporated after a 50-year-old construction company went bust with $20m in debt.
Stamp prices to soar after tick of approval
Aussies are set to pay more for what is becoming an outdated practice after the competition watchdog approved the price hike.
Cut red tape on PPL payments: crossbench
Influential Senate crossbenchers Jacqui Lambie and David Pocock have united in their calls for the government to ease the compliance burden on small businesses.
Ex-Qantas exec new CEO of retail giant
A leading Australian retailer has announced its newest chief executive on the same day it revealed half-year profits of more than $50m.
China’s huge call on Aussie wine
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has indicated a massive change is coming to its tariffs on Australian wine imports into China.
Katter, Nats MP clash over supermarkets
Maverick MP Bob Katter has clashed with a Nationals senator, demanding he ‘shut up’ on the sidelines of a probe into Coles and Woolworths.
Skimpies spark outrage among farmers
A couple who hired two skimpies to help sell farming machinery have hit back at outraged onlookers.
Fury as Tesla cancels $24k pie order
A small-business owner was left “high and dry” after Tesla placed a bakery order worth more than $24,000 – only to cancel it at the last minute.
Cult food chain’s secret weapon in US coup
Three Aussie drop outs created a $100m business from Bondi, Australia. Here’s how they will take on America.
Butcher slammed for ‘petting farm’ ad
A Perth butcher has ruffled feathers online after offering customers a product sourced from a ‘petting farm’.
Aussie program US cops’ new secret weapon
From the legendary Los Angeles Police Department to a school district in Las Vegas, one Aussie tech company is soaring in the budding virtual reality market.
Aussie bushfire invention scores duo $150k
A new Aussie invention that arose from the ashes of Black Summer is aiming to become a must-have item for any home in a bushfire risk area.
’Un-Australian’: Happy hour rule infuriates
A Sydney pub’s new happy hour rule has sparked a huge backlash among patrons.
‘No support’: Sad truth about ‘Aussie’ beer
Australia’s once thriving independent brewery scene is at risk of collapse – and there’s a $29 billion reason for it.
Sad reason 7kg melon is selling for $10
A Queensland farmer is selling this 7kg watermelon by the side of the road for $10, here’s why.
Major brands hit by credit card scam
Thousands of Australian shoppers have fallen victim to a major online scam, affecting major brands.
‘Shame’: Locals fume as mall evicts bakery
A Sydney mall has been slammed for ending the lease of a much-loved local bakery after almost three decades to make way for a Bakers Delight store.
Restaurant shuts six months after opening
Sydney’s restaurant scene is feeling the sting of rising interest rates and a cost of living crisis as yet another eatery closes its doors.
Couple remortgage house for ‘crazy’ $1m idea
A daily gut health routine led to a Sydney couple taking a big risk on a side hustle that will soon be available in 1,500 Woolworths and Coles supermarkets.
Customer’s brutal response to Aus Day move
Aussies have said they will ‘think twice’ before shopping at one major shopping chain, after its decision to no longer stock Australia Day Merchandise.
Iconic decades-old bakery leaves sad note
A family-owned bakery in Sydney is being forced to leave its location of nearly 30 years, as the landlord prepares for the arrival of a major national chain.
Popular restaurant booking site closes
A popular restaurant booking service is set to cease its operations in Australia due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Employees put on notice for WFH in 2024
Working from home is a perk many employees have been enjoying since the Covid-19 pandemic, but that could change for many people in 2024.
$2.3bn project held to ransom over pay demand
Striking workers have put a $2.3bn green energy build at risk over demands of a 17 per cent uplift in pay.
‘Tougher than ever’: Small business crisis
A new survey has revealed the majority of small businesses are doing it “tougher than ever before”, with anxiety worse than during Covid.
‘Losing money’: Small firms under threat
Businesses have been “significantly impacted” and are losing money because of strikes at the nation’s ports, the boss of one company says.
Key issues that will define 2024
From intensifying heatwaves to grocery prices, here are the headliner issues set to impact the lives of Australians in 2024.
Teen reveals secret to $1m business
A 19-year-old entrepreneur has revealed how he managed to start a successful business at such a young age and gives his one tip to anyone wanting to start their own company.
ASX-listed weed company goes bust
The company behind the largest cannabis manufacturing facility in the southern hemisphere has entered administration amid “disunity” at board level.
Local F45 gym thrives despite US problems
An Aussie F45 franchisee has spoken out about how his business has managed to stay afloat despite the problems facing the flagship company.
Giving gifts has made them millions
This married couple never thought their side hustle would balloon into the size it is today.
Huge cash boost for 420,000 families
At an expensive time of year, nearly half a million families and small businesses in one state will see a significant ease on a key expense.
’Losing touch’: Sunrise host’s Albo take-down
Anthony Albanese has been accused of being “out of touch” with working class Australians as criticism of his handling of the cost-of-living crisis ramps up.
Huge salary blow to Aussie job seekers
A recruitment expert has predicted the Australian job market will “recalibrate” in 2024, putting the breaks on workers demanding higher wages when switching jobs.
Aussie savers dudded by banks: ACCC
The banks are ripping off savers, the competition watchdog has found, with customers struggling to get the best possible returns.
Man’s insane find in stranger’s junk
An Aussie rubbish removalist has made an incredibly fortunate discovery in someone’s trash – but what he did next truly stunned.
Bank’s surprise gift to homeowners
An Australian bank has delivered a surprising gift to new home hunters just before Christmas.
Shocking reality of common job
Shocking attacks on one group of workers is on the rise, with industry leaders saying the holiday season is particularly dangerous.
‘Secret Santa’ gifts thousands in presents
The owners of a popular toy store have revealed an anonymous man paid off the entire waiting list of lay-bys, gifting thousands of dollars in presents.
Bakery owner electrocuted at work
The “sweetest and kindest” bakery co-owner was found unconscious at her place of business on Saturday.
Sad update after note rocked Sydney
The owner of a Sydney eatery forced to shut his doors after a brawl with a landlord has shared a sad update to the saga that gripped the hospitality sector.
Workshop ‘inundated’ after viral kind act
A Central Coast workshop which won the hearts of Aussies across the nation last week with a stunning gesture says the Christmas kindness has continued.
Sign cash could disappear for good
With cash use in freefall and distribution services becoming increasingly unviable, RBA governor Michele Bullock is racing to fix the problem.
Stark numbers show ‘Big Australia’ is coming
Australia’s population is set to get bigger and older as a relentless immigration boom adds millions more to the country even as natural births decline.
Seven CEO steps down in shock move
One of Australia’s biggest media companies has announced a dramatic shake-up in its leadership.
Telstra wrongly charges 6.5k customers
An investigation found the telco giant wrongly billed more than 6500 customers for their internet service for more than a decade.
Buy now pay later provider in receivership
Yet another buy now pay later company has hit financial troubles, after previously spruiking a $400 million stock market listing.
Christmas casualty of cost-of-living crisis
Even Santa and his helpers can’t escape the country’s cost-of-living squeeze, with more Aussies set to turn out the lights on a beloved festive season tradition.
Major reason one group of Aussies can’t work
A massive difference as to why men and women in Australia can’t work full-time has been revealed in new data.
One thing Aussies ditching in droves
Cash is no longer king, a new survey has found, with less than one in 10 consumer payments made with notes and coins.
Iconic ice cream factory gets $100m rebuild
A beloved Aussie ice cream factory is back in business after a $100 million repair build, following the devastating floods that swept the region in 2022.
Woman’s simple idea scores big Woolies deal
An indigenous woman from Central Western NSW has triumphed over adversity to create a booming business.
Woman’s $25,000 Afterpay rule shock
A Sydney woman has revealed her shock after discovering a little-known rule meant she was out of pocket $25,000, which she says “crippled” her.
Grim photos show reality of rental crisis
A shocking rental lists a dank garage for $1000 a month in a grim reveal of the country’s rental crisis, with many asking how it is legal.
Radical proposal for state’s sex workers
A radical change to sex work is on the cards for one Australian state with a long history of progressive reform. Here’s everything you need to know.
Optus parent breaks silence on outage
The parent company behind Optus has denied responsibility for the crippling outage, one day before CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin fronts a Senate hearing into the failure.
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