Household spending has simmered down in the absence of one-off events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Barbenheimer and football finals. Payment data from Commonwealth Bank revealed a sharp slowdown in spending in October after a spate of major events kept overall consumption elevated over the...
Electric cars have dominated the annual Carsales Car of the Year Awards with one of the cheapest models in Australia claiming top spot, while another two ranked as runners-up over their petrol-powered equivalents. The MG4 electric hatchback was named as the best new vehicle of 2023...
Premiers are bristling after the federal government announced its state counterparts would have to foot at least half the bill for new infrastructure projects. In a major funding overhaul, the Commonwealth will contribute to major infrastructure projects on a 50-50 basis with states and territories, where...
Almost a third of GPs plan to retire in the next five years, prompting a call from their professional body to boost doctor numbers in the community. The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has released its 7th annual Health of the Nation report, which focuses...
With the holiday season on the way you may be planning to celebrate with your staff. Before you hire a restaurant or book an event, make sure you work out if the benefits you provide your employees are considered entertainment related, and therefore subject to fringe...
Having a toad hunting arachnid named after you may not appear flattering. But former children’s TV host Stacey Thomson says she is honoured to receive a nod after almost 50 new species of spiders across Australia were identified. Known as “Ranger Stacey” on TV show Totally Wild,...