Football legend Gary Ablett Sr is suing the AFL and two clubs, seeking millions of dollars in compensation for ongoing damage suffered from concussions. Ablett on Monday launched proceedings in the Victorian Supreme Court against the AFL, Geelong Football Club and Hawthorn Football Club. The 61-year-old claims...
Australia’s climate targets will require the construction of new energy infrastructure on a massive scale and tens of thousands of welders. An industry survey released on Tuesday found the welding and fabrication industry is facing challenges it warns will make the delivery of the federal government’s...
Super funds have an important role to play in maintaining the integrity of the superannuation system by ensuring benefits are not released where the member has not met a condition of release. This includes where a member has requested a rollover to a self-managed super fund...
Researchers are a step closer to solving one of the great mysteries of the human brain and identifying what causes the obsessive-compulsive disorder. The discovery could be a vital clue to develop targeted and effective treatments for a debilitating condition that affects thousands of Australians. Scientists from...
As an employer, you previously needed to pay fringe benefits tax (FBT) on electric cars provided to your employees. From 1 July 2022, you no longer need to pay FBT on benefits provided for eligible electric cars and associated expenses. Getting the green light You will now be exempt...
The local share market has finished little changed as strong economic data and further hawkish rhetoric from Federal Reserve officials undercut hopes for a pause in US interest rate hikes. The benchmark S&P/ASX200 index on Wednesday finished up just 5.3 points, or 0.07 per cent, at...
Back in the 1960s, owning a home was synonymous with being wealthy because of the prevailing socio-economic context, including high homeownership rates, early marriage and family formation, shorter life expectancy, and memories of the Great Depression. However, the concept of wealth has evolved significantly since...
Issuing loans or lending money comes with certain risks. This is why the majority of lenders require that borrowers provide a guarantor for their loan. If the borrower is unable to repay the debt on their own, a guarantor promises to do so in their stead....
With interest rates rising almost everywhere, including Australia and the United Kingdom, people have begun tightening their purse strings as best they can. However, decreasing spending to ensure your expenses match your reduced budget could mean barely any savings or none at all. Good thing there are...
Australians could be older than they think. Researchers say they can measure the biological age of a person’s brain and organs, challenging the belief that age is determined by your date of birth. And it’s good news for those who might show signs of early ageing –...
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