A surge in new apartments has fuelled a rebound in sluggish housing approvals, as the coalition floats the possibility of withholding GST payments from states if they don’t meet construction targets. There was a 10.4 per cent increase in the number of dwellings given the green...
Australians have been urged to remain positive about the economy despite the government’s forecast sluggish growth. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the Reserve Bank of Australia was “smashing the economy” through its cash rate rises, pre-empting the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ national accounts release on Wednesday. The data...
The Australian economy is on track for another feeble quarter of growth propped up by firmer government spending. June quarter national accounts due on Wednesday are expected to show an economy growing but only just, prompting the federal treasurer to manage expectations and fend off accusations...
A long stretch of elevated interest rates has likely produced another tepid three months of growth, experts predict ahead of the quarterly economic check up. A slower economy is by design, with the Reserve Bank of Australia trying to weigh on inflation by encouraging more saving...
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and dads love nothing more than being spoiled and surrounded by family. To make this Father’s Day extra special, here are ten thoughtful ideas to show your dad how much he means to you. Musical Nostalgia – Does your...
Defamation is a legal term for making false statements about a person or an organisation that can harm their reputation. Defamation can occur in two primary forms: Libel: Defamation in written or published form, including online content, newspapers, books, and social media. Slander: Defamation that is spoken or...