‘Burnout’: Graph reveals worrying sign
For the average household things have scarcely been worse since records began in the 1970s, as the economy enters a dangerous and familiar phase.
Economy
RBA’s grim warning for Australians
While the central bank didn’t change rates at its latest meeting, it did flag an issue it fears could have a huge impact on Australians.
ASX gains to close out positive week
Australian equities rose modestly on Friday to cap off a positive week buoyed by Wall St gains.
Major update in live sheep export ban
A parliamentary committee has given the green light to the Albanese government’s Bill to ban live sheep exports, but has made a key recommendation.
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Why $2 ‘won’t save delivery drivers’ lives’
Plans to overhaul gig workers’ rights have come under fire amid claims they won’t curb workplace deaths.
Truckies targeted in new IR shake-up
Truckies will be targeted by proposed changes to the nation’s workplace laws with business warning the changes will mean higher costs at the supermarket checkout.
Huge clue ahead of Lowe’s last rate call
Fresh data on household spending and anaemic household spending all but confirm rates reprieve when the Reserve Bank meets on Tuesday.
‘Shocking’ wind farm move blasted
Workers are fuming following one Labor government’s decision to oppose an offshore wind energy zone, saying thousands of jobs could be lost.
Travel boss’s claim on expensive flights
The decision to bar more flights into Australia from one airline has left everyone paying more for travel, according to one travel boss.
‘Living in squalor’: Barr’s fury over Voice line
Sunrise host Natalie Barr has grilled Opposition leader Peter Dutton over his promise to hold a second referendum if the Voice fails.
Country on the edge of hell over Aussie habit
This country might feel a million miles away but an Australian habit is helping to fuel a war in a place once known as the “island of peace”.
Why AI could cost businesses billions
Experts warn AI will “rapidly and significantly” disrupt more than $600 billion of economic activity.
How bosses could face hefty jail time
New laws set to be introduced next week could send bosses who are deliberately underpaying their workers to prison.
Millions to receive hip pocket relief
Inflation may be moderating but cost-of-living is still biting – although the government hopes billions of dollars worth of measures will help take the sting out.
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