The final stretch to bring inflation back to target is proving challenging, based on fresh data, though that is broadly what the Reserve Bank expected. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ monthly inflation indicator held steady at 3.4 per cent for a third month in a row,...
Many young Australians living in the capital cities will not be able to pay for a house deposit, even if they drained their entire retirement savings, a report has found. Rates of home ownership are declining for young Australians as prices climb and supply struggles to...
Large employers will have to make concrete progress on gender equality targets if they want to stay in the running for future government work. Under a planned policy change, businesses with more than 500 employees will need to choose three benchmarks from a menu of gender...
Job sharing and more part-time senior roles are among ways employers are elevating more women into leadership and narrowing gender pay gaps. Only seven per cent of managers work part-time compared to 22 per cent of non-managers – percentages the head of Australia’s gender equality agency...
Demonising gas is adding to the cost of living crisis, exacerbating the domestic supply gap and threatening investment in Australia, according to the gas industry. Senex Energy chief executive Ian Davies has accused the federal government of “deliberate demand destruction” and “secret and selective” consultation in...
Ending supermarket price gouging without unintended consequences is important, the Nationals say, but can be done through a deal with the Liberals rather than the Greens. As Coles and Woolworths record more than a billion dollars in profits, consumers are struggling to pay for groceries as...
Millions of workers covered by awards and minimum rates of pay will be hoping for a sizeable wage boost this year to help cover cost of living pressures that are only recently starting to ease. The annual wage review debate has kicked off this week with...
Starting your own business is a journey filled with challenges, opportunities, and personal growth. It’s a path that many choose to embark upon for a myriad of reasons, each unique to the individual’s aspirations and circumstances. Here are the top 10 reasons why starting your own...
Maintaining a positive outlook on life, nurturing mental health, and staying physically fit are key components of overall well-being. Feeling good about yourself is a holistic process, encompassing mind, body, and spirit. Here are the top ten ways to enhance your self-esteem, foster positive mental health,...
Visiting the natural wonders of the world as holiday destinations can offer unique and unforgettable experiences, each with its own set of activities, sights, and cultural significance. Here’s what you might expect when visiting some of these remarkable places: Great Barrier Reef, Australia: A paradise for divers...