Blackout warning forces urgent bid to restart diesel generators
Energy Minister Tom Koutsantonis is warning of electricity load shedding unless mothballed diesel generators are revived.
Cost Of Living
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Top Cyber Monday vacuum deals: Up to 60% off big brands
Get up to 60 per cent off the best vacuums and robot vacuums this Cyber Monday.
‘Bottomed out’: Fill up now as petrol prices reach new low
Petrol experts have revealed when to fill up your tank as Brisbane enters a freak cheap spell before a predicted spike.
How Aussies can score free taxi rides
As part of a push for a greener transport future, 13cabs is offering free rides to Aussies. See if you’re eligible and how you can save.
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Mali only half right as Aussies betrayed in power bill ‘disaster’
The “public policy disaster” the Premier warned of this week is actually far, far worse than he says, writes Paul Starick.
Full-time v freelance: Should you make the shift?
Employers are increasingly turning to freelancers and fractional workers – but this can benefit savvy workers, offering the potential to earn more money. Find out how.
Experts warn: Don’t buy in these Aussie suburbs
A mix of popular suburbs around the country have been deemed no-go zones where investors could lose money for varying reasons.
Massive ‘show pony’ problem with The Block
The hit TV show The Block has put the spotlight on a very worrying issue when it comes to buying and selling property.
Major driver’s licence overhaul to stop corruption and predators
The most significant driver training law changes in the state’s history are being introduced to stamp out cost-gouging and sexually predatory behaviour by instructors.
‘Don’t do it!’: Renos that make your home harder to sell
There are certain types of home renovations should be avoided at all costs if you hope to sell your home at a later date.
How to win a $300k education jackpot
Richard White says more women complete his ‘Earn & Learn’ program than those who study pure university courses despite it not having diversity quotas. Here’s why and how you can apply.
How clever dad has lived bill free for 3yrs
A family who once forked out thousands for electricity and water has revealed the steps they took to reduce their utilities charges to zero for three years.
How migrant used $920pw to get 8 homes worth $10m
Clever planning and bank smarts helped this couple on the way to acquiring significant personal wealth in only three years.
Qantas drops epic seven-day sale
Qantas’s competitors are dropping like flies, and amid the carnage the national carrier has announced a massive sale.
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