Real reason iconic pie empire imploded
For a while, Pie Face seemed like a delicious homegrown business success story, conquering Aussie retail and setting its sights on the world – until it all crumbled.
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Energy stocks rebound leads ASX higher
The local sharemarket extended gains in afternoon trade, driven by a sharp rebound in energy stocks and buoyant gold miners. Jobs data won’t push RBA rate cut in May. BHP gains on steady March quarter. Woodside spikes on LNG deal, oil price.
Qantas marks 90 years flying abroad as fleet woes clip its wings
It’s 90 years to the day since Qantas first carried two passengers on a DH86 aircraft from Brisbane to Singapore but the airline now faces significant challenges to its expansion.
Aussie brewer collapses after crushing blow
A popular brewery has entered voluntary administration after its major financial backer collapsed, triggering challenges at venues in Hobart, Melbourne and Perth.
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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.
ASX 200 surges on tech, mining gains
Tech investors pile in despite Trump exemptions confusion. Property, health stocks also strong gainers. China’s exports surged in March. Future of bank stocks clouded: Citi.
Inside Australia’s saddest shopping centre
A sleepy coastal town is set to get the shock of a lifetime, with residents and shop owners fearing chaos.
‘Soul-destroying’: Major provider in lawsuit
A class action lawsuit has been filed naming a major aged care provider, alleging a poor quality of care for residents that one person labelled “soul-destroying”.
Grocery item Aussies now refuse to buy
A shopping trolley staple we used to buy without a second thought is now out of reach – while one surprising grocery item is booming.
‘Sickly’: Huge call for soft drink tax
Doctors battling Australia’s chronic disease scourge want both major parties to implement a tax on ‘sickly’ soft drinks in a major pre-election wishlist.
$99 flights: Qantas, Virgin drop huge sales
Qantas and Virgin are offering discounted seats on dozens of domestic and international routes, as Australia’s airline price wars take a new turn.
Dick Smith’s challenge to electric plane developers
Frustrated by the lack of progress in emissions-free air travel, Dick Smith is offering a valuable prize to the first person to fly an electric aircraft from England to Australia.
Dutton WFH backflip highlights divide
A controversial feature in the election campaign has highlighted how working from home tensions are still bubbling under the surface in Aussie workplaces.
US falling out of favour with Aussie travellers
Latest travel figures show just how far America has slumped on the list of destinations Australians book for international trips.
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