People in WA’s Kimberley region will be better prepared for cyclones under a multi-government funding plan to boost Australia’s disaster defences. More than 160 projects will share in $387 million from the second round of Disaster Ready Fund distributions, with initiatives including levee upgrades, coastline restoration,...
Energy rebates handed out to all households are expected to influence monthly inflation figures due for release this week. Wednesday’s consumer price index from the Australian Bureau of Statistics is tipped to show a sharp decline in headline inflation as the federal government’s power relief kicks...
Telco companies will be forced to inform customers about major network outages under new rules directed by the communications watchdog. The Australian Communications and Media Authority will be able to require telcos to let customers know online, by email, social media, radio and TV about the...
Allowing workers to ignore messages from their bosses out of business hours could have widespread benefits, but business groups are concerned about how the “right to disconnect” will work. Australians can refuse to monitor, read or respond to work communication outside of paid hours, unless doing...
WHAT IS THE AVIATION WHITE PAPER? * The document outlines ways to improve the sustainability, competitiveness, efficiency and safety of the aviation sector through to 2050 CONSUMER RIGHTS RECOMMENDATIONS * The government will establish an industry watchdog called the Aviation Industry Ombuds Scheme, which could direct airlines and...
Poorer Australians are copping the brunt of increasing prices for everyday goods and often have no savings buffer due to wealth inequality and tax breaks favouring the rich, a new report says. Anglicare Australia’s Widening the Gap report reveals the richest people hold 90 times the...