In today’s increasingly complex world, legal matters can arise when you least expect them. Whether it’s a personal issue, a business decision, or a major life event, navigating the legal landscape without professional guidance can expose you to unnecessary risk. While it may be tempting to...
As the seasons change and cooler weather approaches, autumn is the ideal time to prepare your property for the challenges of winter. A proactive approach to maintenance can significantly reduce the risk of damage, prevent costly repairs, and minimise the likelihood of insurance claims. Whether you’re...
A slight easing in Australia’s headline inflation rate before the Iran war will do little to ease the Reserve Bank’s fears, as economists expect price growth to bounce back with a vengeance in March. Consumer prices rose 3.7 per cent in the 12 months to February,...
Autonomous cars could slash transport pollution by driving more efficiently, avoiding traffic snarls and reducing the need for car parks. But with the wrong policy settings, the technology could undo those savings by putting more cars on the road, discouraging public transport and encouraging urban sprawl. Researchers...
Australia and the European Union have signed a free trade agreement and defence and security partnership as both sides seek closer ties amid global instability. TRADE *More than 99 per cent of tariffs on EU goods coming into Australia will be cut. *35,000 tonnes of Australian beef can...
Nearly three million low-paid workers would receive thousands more in annual wages under a union push for a five per cent pay rise. The ACTU will ask industrial umpire the Fair Work Commission to increase the minimum wage to $26.19 per hour, up from $24.95, in...