Yes and no: LNP goes rope-a-dope on coal royalties
Opposition leader David Crisafulli says he supports the government’s revenue measures, including the new royalties, but some members are grumbling.
Business
Why PwC’s business model is ripe for disruption
Private equity senses a big opportunity in the demise of scandal-hit PwC.
Mine workers strike as BHP, union swap heated legal letters
Workers at a major Queensland mine have walked off the job as tensions between BHP and a powerful union continue to build following a threat to lock striking staff out of camp accommodation.
Robots, jobs, safety: BHP tech guru talks future of Qld mining
In an exclusive interview, BHP’s chief technical officer has spoken about the role of driverless trucks and machinery in mining and why she’s adamant automation doesn’t mean fewer jobs.
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Sneaky sun-tanning plan backfires after booze theft
A Whitsundays bartender with a taste for the finer things in life has been fined for trespassing at a luxury resort and stealing champagne meant for paying guests.
Unique resort to transform abandoned Whitsunday island
Developers believe they are on to a winner with plans for a unique new resort incorporating recycled materials on a cyclone-ravaged Whitsunday island.
Listen to super’s siren call and grow richer
Once you realise superannuation is sexy, it’s hard to unsee it. Then it’s just a matter of finding ways to make your nest egg more and more appealing. Here are some tips.
Met coal price doubles as thermal triples
Asia’s strong GDP growth makes it overwhelmingly the biggest market for both metallurgical and thermal coal. The Mackay region is set to benefit from ‘super-profits’ as a result.
Slam dunk millionaire: How Bogut is growing his wealth
He’s one of Australia’s basketball legends, but Andrew Bogut is also shaping up as a force to be reckoned with in the business world.
$1bn business: What Aussie sports stars own
They might be well-known for their sporting excellence, but many Australian sports stars are making it big in the business world.
Aussie fruit & veg company gone bust: What happens next
The future of a collapsed national food wholesaler will be on the line at a meeting of creditors who are being asked to lodge their claims.
Having this ute is like an untamed trip adviser
The pandemic has curtailed overseas plans for many but opened the door to seeing our own territory, and this ute is a great pick for the family.
New Year’s Eve tragedy spawns creative business solution
Motivated by a tragic mining accident, a Whitsunday tradie has used his knowledge of sailing to create a unique product that’s now up for a major award.
Businesses ‘treading water’ need more than grants to stay afloat
Whitsunday business operators have welcomed the announcement of a $600m support package, but say they’ll need more than ‘handouts’ to survive.
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