Tax office reveals crackdown on $1.2b in dodgy landlord claims
The Australian Taxation Office is cracking down on an estimated $1.2b in dodgy landlord claims that have seen taxpayers fund private costs linked to their cars, holidays and school fees.
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Investors rush to dump costly homes
The new financial year has been greeted with an exodus investors from the housing market.
‘Daylight robbery’: Mum’s shock at the cost of water at the movies
A Brisbane mum was left in disbelief at the cost for a small bottle of water at her local cinemas. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK
Miles puts energy giants on notice as $1k lobs in Qlders’ accounts
Premier Steven Miles has summoned energy retailers to a meeting to warn them against price-gouging as $1000 power bill rebates hit the accounts of Queenslanders.
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Bosses fear stickybeak bureaucrats in work-from-home ‘overreach’
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Aussies halt spending on fitness, hobbies
The owner of Rebel sports chain and BCF is finding it harder to shift running machines, backyard basketball hoops and portable fridges as cost of living pressures pinch spending on fitness and hobbies.
Medibank customers to get more cash back
Medibank customers will receive another round of cash back payments this year while ahm members will also benefit. See what you’re in line for here.
‘Two-tiered market’ putting pressure on homebuyers
Seasonal exuberance is rolling through the real estate market but it’s an easier path to a new home for some home buyers and not others.
MPs’ vehicle allowance outstrips cost of running a car by $10k
Queensland politicians will breathe easier in the cost of living crunch as the state’s remuneration tribunal moves to handover more cash for travel and motor vehicle use.
‘Double whammy’: The crises fuelling a shock surge in elder abuse
Old people are being abused at shocking levels as increasing numbers of family or friend offenders are beset by twin crises.
‘Can’t afford IVF? Use super nest egg’
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