ASX bludgeoned by ‘literal kryptonite’ inflation numbers
Hot inflation data has the sharemarket doubling its odds of a September rate hike, snapping a two-day win…
Australia, Thailand pledge action amid Southeast Asia crime boom
Australia and Thailand have pledged to do more to tackle “the evolving threat of transnational crime”, as cyber…
‘We are doomed’: Jim Chalmers blasted over claim about economy
Jim Chalmers has doubled down on his claims that business is booming in Australia, leading to stunned reactions…
‘I wouldn’t sell’: Experts’ tips on how to survive Sydney house price plunge
Sydney’s housing downturn has intensified in the past month, with home prices falling by the biggest monthly margin…
CPI: Inflation eases but economists warn RBA stuck in ‘rock and hard place’ on rates
Aussie homeowners face a high risk of another interest rate hike despite a shock dip in inflation –…
Melbourne drug proposal to decriminalise slammed as creating dystopian hell
“The state, county and city declare a fentanyl state of emergency. It is a drug that compels users…
Sydney house prices falling in ‘premium locations’, but rising in historically affordable outer suburbs
First home buyers are “less likely to be affected” by Sydney’s housing price and unit downturn as historically…
Australia’s unemployment rate steady at 4.4 per cent in June
Australia’s unemployment rate has held steady in Junedespite rising interest rates and cost-of-living pressures hitting local businesses. Australian…
Auction clearance rates fall to lowest level since pandemic, reflecting ‘lack of confidence’
Auction clearance rates have hit levels not seen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, falling below 50…
Brisbane City Council brings in 3.97 per cent rate hike in 2026/2027 budget
Brisbane home owners will face a general 3.97 per cent rate hike, with Brisbane City Council attributing it…
ACT budget papers reveal rising rates and a delayed surplus, as health levy scrapped
After weeks of build-up, the full details of the ACT’s budget have been revealed. And after dealing Canberrans…
Sydney council to charge pop-up picnics, dog walkers and gender reveal parties for using parks
Pop-up picnic vendors, dog walkers and those planning a gender reveal will soon be forced to pay hundreds…