Anthony Albanese is playing “gutsy” politics with sweeping changes to tax concessions for landlords but risks offending established investors who may not have expected the overhaul, an expert in politics says. From July 2027, negative gearing will be scrapped for all homes except new builds, while...
Australia’s data centre gold rush is putting communities at risk due to poor planning that is causing blackouts, noise and air pollution, an inquiry has been told. Community concerns about their construction have become so widespread that one Sydney council has called for a moratorium on...
Climate wins on bike lanes and batteries have been overshadowed by a failure to capture fossil fuel revenue and rein in off-road diesel credits, environment groups say. The lead up to Tuesday’s federal budget was dominated by a campaign to hike taxes on gas exports and...
Whenever we step into a new chapter of rapid change, growth or ambition, something interesting often happens. Just as we begin reaching for the next level in our lives, careers or leadership journey, we meet a new layer of self-doubt. It can arrive quietly. A hesitation...
Most people do not think about speaking with a lawyer until something has already gone wrong. A dispute has escalated, a contract has been signed, a deadline has passed, or a difficult family or business issue has become too serious to ignore. The truth is, legal...
As 30 June approaches, many individuals and business owners start thinking about tax. But the best tax outcomes are usually achieved before the Financial Year ends, not after it. EOFY is the perfect time to review your income, expenses, superannuation, business performance, records and future...
Spin the globe and let your finger land somewhere unexpected: the Caucasus, where Europe and Asia seem to meet over a shared table of wine, mountain air and stories that feel older than the roads themselves. For a couple chasing adventure, romance and culinary discovery,...
Email scams have become one of the most common and costly threats facing small businesses and everyday consumers. What used to be obvious — poorly written emails, strange attachments and unbelievable offers — has become far more sophisticated. Today, scam emails can look like they...
Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if you’re new to the market or dealing with complex situations. Here are some key instances when you should consider consulting a property agent and what they can do for you. When to...
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has downplayed the Reserve Bank governor’s warnings about public spending adding to inflation, insisting large stimulus packages won’t be a feature of the federal budget. After lifting interest rates for the third consecutive meeting, RBA boss Michele Bullock cautioned against a cash splash...