Food prices up 10 per cent at Coles, Woolies
Australians are continuing to be slugged by soaring food costs, according to a new report, although one supermarket giant has disputed the findings.
Cost Of Living
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Australians told ‘you are too rich’
Residents of an affluent Victorian suburb have been warned to give away their homes and cars, or face dire consequences, in a bizarre letter.
Cheap ways to warm your home this winter
You don’t need to break the bank to keep your home warm this winter. Here are four ways you can stay toasty while saving money on your next power bill.
‘Tough times’: Dire fate awaiting workers
Tough times are well and truly here, with a string of alarming statistics revealing exactly what’s in store for many Aussie employees.
Aussie woman’s jail terror over tax bill
A Queensland worker who has been smashed by the rising cost of living is wondering how she will pay her tax bill and is scared she could end up in big trouble.
Labor MP’s outfit detail sparks backlash
A Labor MP’s choice of outfit while talking about the rising cost of living pressures has caused a stir, with some labelling the move “bonkers”.
Terrible forecast for mortgage holders
There appeared to be some light at the end of the tunnel for cash-strapped Aussies – but all signs point to a big crash back down to earth.
Warning more interest rate rises to come
Australians were shocked when a surprise interest rate rise was pushed through this month. Now more pain could be inflicted on homeowners.
‘Massive shortfall’: Budget slammed on crisis
There are warnings that Australia’s “biggest cost of living crisis” remains unsolved – and it will create hardship and huge financial costs for families.
Why professor blew up about ‘cruel’ budget
Moments after Labor’s second budget was released, Professor Euan Ritchie took to Twitter to declare Australia was growing ‘meaner’ and ‘crueler’ – here’s why.
Dreaded change to hit Aussies in three weeks
In just over three weeks millions of Aussies will be impacted by a grim change, with experts warning the effects will be “significant”.
‘Industry-leading’ building firm collapses
A construction company responsible for the building of several school-related projects has become the latest developer to go under.
Airbnb’s big move amid rising cost of living
Despite evolving economic uncertainties, Airbnb is expecting a huge number of guests this year, with a renewed push into renting single rooms.
50 per cent of Aussies slugged with $400 cost
This common item is unfairly stinging 50 per cent of Aussies for $400 a time – and it makes no sense that they have to pay for it.
‘Full-blown recession’: Horror rates prediction
RBA governor Philip Lowe has defended yesterday’s interest rate hike, after it sent shockwaves through the country.
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