Economy

Tertiary Access Payment : Australians Urged to Claim $5,000

Regional students can access up to $5,000 through the Tertiary Access Payment to help cover relocation costs for higher education. This financial boost aims to bridge the gap in education…

College Student Tertiary Access Payment

Sydney Train Delays Worsen as Fierce Rail Dispute Escalates

Sydney Train services are grinding to a halt as unions and the government remain deadlocked over pay disputes. Commuters brace for slower journeys and widespread disruptions across the network.

Sydney Train Delays Worsen as Fierce Rail Dispute Escalates

NSW Motorists Encouraged to Check Eligibility for $140 Million Toll Rebate Program and Claim Their Share

Eligible motorists across New South Wales are being urged to check their entitlement for toll rebates, with $140 million in unclaimed funds still available. The state government’s $60 weekly toll…

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How the Falling Australian Dollar Affects Your Spending

The Australian dollar has dropped roughly 10% against the US dollar in recent months, with experts attributing this to a mix of domestic and global factors.

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Outraged Drivers Battle $556 Fines Over ‘No Phone in Sight’ Accusations

The deployment of mobile phone detection cameras has sparked significant backlash, with drivers contesting fines over alleged inaccuracies. Calls for transparency and reform grow as legal challenges and public mistrust…

Mobile Phone Detection

RBA’s Next Move: Will February Be the Month of Rate Cuts?

Will 2025 unlock savings for mortgage holders? Economists hint at upcoming rate cuts that could ease financial pressure, but the timing and impact remain uncertain. How much could your repayments…

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Australia’s January 1 Changes: What You Need to Know About Welfare, Wages, and Costs in 2025

Sweeping changes that will affect millions of people across the country are quietly taking effect as Australia rings in 2025. From subtle shifts in welfare payments to new workplace protections…

Who Benefits from Today’s New Laws in Australia

Canstar Predicts Financial Relief in 2025: Rate Cuts and More Support for Aussies

In 2025, Aussies may see some welcome changes to their finances. Canstar has predicted potential rate cuts and new support payments that could offer relief for households. But will these…

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Victoria Bushfires: Out-of-Control Fires Engulfs 68,000 Hectares, Force Evacuations and Threaten Towns

Out-of-control bushfires are tearing through Victoria's Grampians National Park, threatening nearby communities as winds reach 100 km/h. With 68,000 hectares already scorched and emergency evacuations underway, residents face an uncertain…

A massive bushfire is currently devastating Grampians National Park

Shocking Data Reveals Why Australians Are Getting Poorer Faster Than Ever

Australia’s living standards are slipping, and the culprit might surprise you. A startling drop in productivity, compounded by record-high government spending, is leaving households and businesses struggling. What’s really behind…

Data Reveals Why Australians Are Getting Poorer

Westpac Reveals Key Dates for RBA Rate Cuts in 2025—What You Need to Know

When will the Reserve Bank of Australia finally bring relief to borrowers? Westpac has pinpointed key dates for interest rate cuts in 2025, offering a light at the end of…

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