Rate cut on horizon amid fears of more stock turmoil
23 April
Investors tormented by weeks of tariff turmoil will hope for a quiet return from Easter as mortgage holders eye a rate cut on the horizon. Stocks in Australia and the US have clawed back ground in the past fortnight after US President Donald Trump...[Read More]
Jobs market strong but Trump tariff bomb yet to explode
23 April
Global headwinds stirred by “erratic” US policy decisions could still hit the Australian jobs market despite latest figures showing only a small uptick in unemployment. About 30,000 jobs were created in March after a shock 53,000 slump in...[Read More]
Saving for the future: building financial security
24 April
In an era where the allure of instant gratification is stronger than ever, the art of saving money seems to be fading into the background. Yet, the truth remains: most of us have aspirations that extend beyond our immediate reach, be it a new car,...[Read More]
Global leaders to attend Pope Francis’s funeral
23 April
LEADERS WHO SAY THEY ARE ATTENDING POPE FRANCIS’S FUNERAL ARGENTINA – President Javier Milei BELGIUM – King Philippe and Queen Mathilde BRITAIN – Prime Minister Keir Starmer BRAZIL – President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and first lady Janja...[Read More]
Small business owners too overwrought for mental health
23 April
Small business owners simply don’t have time for mental health. They’re head of operations, head of marketing, head of sales. They keep customers happy and suppliers and overheads paid, and complete an average of 15 hours of government paperwork...[Read More]
Detail missing as parties pledge to fix housing woes
23 April
Major parties have traded blows on how they would solve Australia’s housing crisis, but uncertainty remains on how critical targets would be reached. Housing Minister Clare O’Neil and opposition spokesman Michael Sukkar traded blows on the issue...[Read More]
Trump approval rating tanks as policies prove unpopular
23 April
US President Donald Trump’s public approval rating has edged down to its lowest level since his return to the White House, as Americans show signs of wariness over his efforts to broaden his power. Some 42 per cent of respondents to a...[Read More]
‘Strongest evidence yet’ of alien life beyond earth
23 April
British researchers have found the “strongest evidence yet” of alien life beyond our planet. While studying exoplanet K2-18b, which is 124 light years away, the team found signs of chemicals that are produced on earth by simple organisms such as...[Read More]
Understanding underinsurance in Australia
24 April
Australia faces an underinsurance crisis, leaving many exposed to unexpected life challenges. A quick scroll on social media might reveal fundraisers for families who’ve lost a loved one. Tell-tale signs indicate a worrying trend and numerous...[Read More]
Call for workplace change to drive electric car take-up
23 April
The key to enticing employees back to the office may be the same thing that encourages more people to use an electric car, a study suggests. The Electric Vehicle Council released the findings on workplace vehicle charging on Thursday and called for...[Read More]
What is defamation? When should you seek legal advice?
24 April
Defamation is a legal term for making false statements about a person or an organisation that can harm their reputation. Defamation can occur in two primary forms: Libel: Defamation in written or published form, including online content,...[Read More]
Five budget-friendly home renovation ideas
24 April
Inspired to initiate home updates after watching some of the best home renovation shows on television and streaming sites? We can’t really fault you for getting all worked up, as there’s nothing quite as exciting as embarking on a home...[Read More]