Tens of billions of dollars will be spent on a new defence precinct in Western Australia to get it ready for nuclear-powered submarines, creating 10,000 jobs. Defence Minister Richard Marles and WA Premier Roger Cook will announce on Wednesday the establishment of a consolidated Commonwealth precinct...
Subscription traps that make it difficult and confusing to cancel ongoing contracts could soon be banned. Online retailers who force customers to set up accounts and provide unnecessary information during transactions will also be targeted. The Albanese government has outlined a range of legislative measures to try...
An electric car will be used to power a “house of the future” in regional Australia to test whether vehicle batteries could be used as energy solutions nationwide. The CSIRO and power provider Essential Energy announced the trial on Tuesday, revealing vehicle-to-grid technology would be tested...
Big tech companies not playing ball when small business owners are locked out of accounts, hacked or waiting for payments is prompting calls for them to do better. Wellness speaker John Toomey thought he would have to walk away from his business when he was locked...
Facebook parent company Meta must face lawsuits by US states accusing it of encouraging social media addiction among teens, a federal judge in California has ruled. Oakland-based US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers rejected Meta’s bid to toss the claims made by the states in two...
In today’s fast-paced world, many people are in search of deeper meaning and lasting happiness. While success is often equated with material wealth or career achievements, true fulfilment goes beyond external accomplishments. It’s about leading a life that resonates with your values, passions, and relationships, all...
Running a business can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with challenges that can keep even the most seasoned entrepreneur up at night. Whether you’re leading a startup or managing a well-established business, certain concerns tend to dominate the minds of business owners across...
Retirement is a significant milestone in anyone’s life, often accompanied by a wide range of emotions. While retirement is considered a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labour, it can also be challenging to navigate the emotional roller coaster that accompanies this new...
Apprenticeship numbers have plunged and there are growing fears Australia may not be training enough tradies to build much-needed homes. With demand for housing rising and a national construction target in danger of being missed, weak training rates are a pressing concern. Construction apprentice starts have steadily...
Consumers can see light at the end of the tunnel as fears of further interest rate hikes fade. As signs of improving consumer and business confidence emerged, minutes from the Reserve Bank of Australia’s last meeting confirmed the case to lift interest rates again was not...
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