Government spending not blamed for inflation rise: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the latest rise in inflation was driven by housing pressures, holiday spending and expiring energy rebates, not government spending.
Most mortgaged homeowners unlikely to see repayments rise
Australian bank signage and suburban homes illustrating why most mortgaged homeowners may avoid higher repayments if rates rise this week
Home price growth accelerates early in 2026
Australian home prices hit a new record in January, rising 0.8 per cent nationwide as Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide led growth despite rate fears in 2026!!
Food delivery riders face extreme heat with little protection
Food delivery riders are working through extreme heatwaves, with experts warning gig workers lack protections and shouldn’t have to risk health for income.
Elderly residents to be relocated as Victoria confirms demolition of seven public housing towers
Elderly public housing residents in Melbourne face relocation after Victoria earmarks seven over-55s towers for demolition under rebuild plan now here
