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.
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Industry super is betting big on the Magnificent Seven
The retirement savings of millions of Australians are now firmly leveraged to the future of artificial intelligence.
Skimpies spark outrage among farmers
A couple who hired two skimpies to help sell farming machinery have hit back at outraged onlookers.
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.
Bendigo to call time on Adelaide Bank
Some 15 years after it acquired the regional lender, the Bendigo boss is quietly ending the multi-brand push.
Meet the couple saving an iconic Aussie brand
An Adelaide couple has opened up about why they decided to save a beloved Aussie brand from going under.
Australia’s top seven businesses revealed
A sportwear business with A-list clients, and a female owned infant formula company are among the top seven Aussie small and medium businesses leading the way across the country. See the full list of winners.
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.
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.
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