The Reserve Bank might have to raise interest rates if inflation is higher than expected as oil prices surge back towards $US100 a barrel. More attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz drove Brent crude above $US97 a barrel, which will seep into domestic...
The adoption of artificial intelligence is rocketing in Australia, creating massive demand for infrastructure that will deliver jobs and economic benefits. The nation was at the “cusp of a data centre boom”, Oxford Economics head of economics Harry Murphy Cruise told a conference in Sydney on...
Eligible small businesses can continue to claim an immediate deduction for assets costing less than $20,000. From 1 July 2026, the $20,000 instant asset write-off is permanent, giving eligible small businesses greater certainty when investing in assets. If your business has an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million, you...
More than four in five Australian business still run their systems on residential internet plans, despite rapidly evolving technology offering faster options. Reliable, fast system access is essential for Project Epic, which provides disability support services and community participation day programs in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire. Demand grew...
Starting a business is exciting, but the legal decisions made at the beginning can have long-term consequences. From choosing the right structure to employing staff, signing contracts and protecting your brand, there is much more involved than simply registering a name and opening the doors. Choose the...
Travelling with young children can sometimes feel like relocating your entire household for a week. Prams, snacks, favourite toys, swimming gear and carefully timed naps all need to be considered. But with the right destination, a family holiday can create some of the most memorable...
Spring has a way of making us look at our homes differently. After months of colder weather, closed windows, heavier fabrics and less time outdoors, the arrival of longer days and warmer temperatures creates the perfect opportunity for a reset. You don’t necessarily need a major...
Aged care is rarely something families want to think about before they need it. Unfortunately, waiting until a hospital admission, fall, illness or other crisis can mean important decisions have to be made quickly and under considerable emotional pressure. For an ageing person, the transition towards...
In today’s fast-paced world, the act of sharing a meal with others is becoming increasingly rare. We find ourselves consuming nearly half of our weekly meals alone, opting for quick and convenient on-the-go options rather than taking the time to sit down with others and...
Australia’s economy grew by 2.1 per cent in the last financial year, cementing the odds for another rate rise as the economy proves more resilient than the Reserve Bank expects. Gross domestic product expanded by 0.4 per cent in the June quarter, the Australian Bureau of...