Labor has backed superannuation payments for Australia’s youngest workers, regardless of the number of hours they work. The party says it will “ensure that all workers, including those under 18 and regardless of how they are engaged, can accumulate superannuation on every dollar earned”. The amendment to...
Allowing three-storey townhouses to be built on most residential land is one of the key recommendations of a major report outlining what Australia needs to do to fix its housing crisis. Governments have gotten in the way of new housing supply by imposing layer upon layer...
Australia’s fuel security could soon be bolstered by a new refinery, but questions have been raised about the business case for the facility. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to look into building Australia’s third oil refinery in WA, with $4 million set aside for a...
The third quarter of the calendar year—July to September—is an important period for Australian small businesses. The rush of 30 June may be over, but the new financial year brings fresh reporting obligations, payroll changes and an opportunity to improve tax planning before problems build up. ...
Spring has a way of making us look at our homes differently. The days become longer, the garden starts to come alive and natural light begins to reveal all the areas we may have overlooked during winter. It is also the season when many homeowners begin...
Retirement is often described as the time to slow down, but it can also be the perfect opportunity to finally master the skills that were pushed aside during a busy working life. Careers, family commitments and everyday responsibilities can leave little time for personal development....