Super access won’t lower hurdles for young home hunters
27 March
Many young Australians living in the capital cities will not be able to pay for a house deposit, even if they drained their entire retirement savings, a report has found. Rates of home ownership are declining for young Australians as prices climb...[Read More]
Contractors in line for rewards over gender pay wins
27 March
Large employers will have to make concrete progress on gender equality targets if they want to stay in the running for future government work. Under a planned policy change, businesses with more than 500 employees will need to choose three...[Read More]
‘Full-time, always-on’ senior roles lock out women
27 March
Job sharing and more part-time senior roles are among ways employers are elevating more women into leadership and narrowing gender pay gaps. Only seven per cent of managers work part-time compared to 22 per cent of non-managers – percentages the...[Read More]
‘Deliberate demand destruction’ of gas stings consumers
27 March
Demonising gas is adding to the cost of living crisis, exacerbating the domestic supply gap and threatening investment in Australia, according to the gas industry. Senex Energy chief executive Ian Davies has accused the federal government of...[Read More]
Attempt to break up supermarkets labelled ‘deficient’
27 March
Ending supermarket price gouging without unintended consequences is important, the Nationals say, but can be done through a deal with the Liberals rather than the Greens. As Coles and Woolworths record more than a billion dollars in profits,...[Read More]
PM says minimum wage workers ‘should not fall behind’
27 March
Millions of workers covered by awards and minimum rates of pay will be hoping for a sizeable wage boost this year to help cover cost of living pressures that are only recently starting to ease. The annual wage review debate has kicked off this week...[Read More]
Empowering Your Future: The Top 10 Reasons to Start Your Own Business
21 March
Starting your own business is a journey filled with challenges, opportunities, and personal growth. It’s a path that many choose to embark upon for a myriad of reasons, each unique to the individual’s aspirations and circumstances. Here are...[Read More]
10 Empowering Strategies for Boosting Self-Esteem, Mental Health, and Physical Fitness
21 March
Maintaining a positive outlook on life, nurturing mental health, and staying physically fit are key components of overall well-being. Feeling good about yourself is a holistic process, encompassing mind, body, and spirit. Here are the top...[Read More]
Exploring Earth’s Majestic Splendors: A Guide to the Natural Wonders of the World as Holiday Destination
21 March
Visiting the natural wonders of the world as holiday destinations can offer unique and unforgettable experiences, each with its own set of activities, sights, and cultural significance. Here’s what you might expect when visiting some of these...[Read More]
What’s a Guarantor?
21 March
Issuing loans or lending money comes with certain risks. This is why the majority of lenders require that borrowers provide a guarantor for their loan. If the borrower is unable to repay the debt on their own, a guarantor promises to do so in...[Read More]
Doctors pitch federal budget remedies for health issues
20 March
DOCTORS’ PRIORITY ISSUES * More than half of patients waiting for urgent care in emergency departments are not seen within a recommended 30-minute window * One in three patients languish in emergency departments for more than four hours * More...[Read More]
Workers underprepared as AI reaches turning point
20 March
Only one in 20 Australian businesses are ready to deploy and leverage AI despite research suggesting almost all jobs will be affected, a report says. The crucial lack of understanding about generative artificial intelligence comes as workers already...[Read More]
Voters open-minded on investor tax break reform
20 March
Three in five Australian voters favour scaling back negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount, new polling suggests. One in five want investment property tax breaks to stay the same, according to the polling by independent consultancy...[Read More]
Calls for four-year forecast in GST carve-up
20 March
Four-year forecasts for state and territory shares of GST are being sought as the pushback against the annual carve-up of the tax continues. A longer forecast window from the Commonwealth Grants Commission would help secure budget bottom lines and...[Read More]
Energy bills to fall as regulator reveals draft offer
20 March
WHAT IS A DEFAULT OFFER? * The default market offer is a price cap on how much retailers can charge customers on their default energy plans * It is a reference price for market competitors, according to the energy regulator, and is what retailers...[Read More]