Nation’s highest power costs a ‘major black mark’ on SA
South Australia is being held back by nation-leading energy costs in a ranking of business-friendly states.
Cost Of Living
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Surprise ‘no-profit’ govt servos to cut fuel prices
A surprise move to set up ‘no-profit’ govt-owned servos to cut consumer fuel prices could spread across states, but not everyone is thrilled.
Win for shoppers as Coles rolls out bulk buy range
Coles has dropped the price of more grocery staples this week and is beefing up its bulk buy offering. Find out which products you can save on.
‘Socialism at work!’ Premier’s epic brain fart reeks of desperation
Steven Miles’ crazy plan to establish state-run petrol stations shows a remarkable indifference to the lessons of history, writes the editor.
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These are Australia’s most affordable regional cities
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Sluggish areas where home values are booming again
Home values in these key areas have boomed again amid a wider recovery in the housing market. And experts are warning more rises are likely to come.
Bank balance you need to buy home in each suburb
A new study shows how much you need in savings simply to land a foot on the property ladder in every suburb across the country.
Green light for hundreds of apartments in hot river site
Brisbane’s largest private parkland is set to be created for hundreds of apartments in two towers after council approval for a controversial site that’s been in limbo for a decade.
23 items for under $20: Aldi launches its own fashion range
If you love an Aldi bargain, brace yourself. The supermarket chain is debuting its own brand of leisurewear. See full list of items.
$20k reward: Aussie trader’s bold move after bad Facebook reviews
Rod Harris estimates he lost more than $7.5m in business after fake reviews on Facebook, prompting him to post a big reward to find the perpetrator.
Cut-price Toyota Prado rival arrives
An emerging new car maker has launched its rugged new off-roader and it has something the biggest names in the game don’t.
Pool problems costing homeowners big bucks
If you are buying a home with a pool beware – some hidden problems cost as much as a new pool to fix. Luckily, there is a way to avoid winding up with a money trap.
Silent or sneaky? Banks pushing up credit card interest
Consumers are being slugged more interest on their credit card debts by the big banks, and shouldn’t expect relief soon.
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