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RBA warns of mounting supply shocks threatening global economy
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock cautions that rising oil prices and supply vulnerabilities pose fresh challenges for Australian monetary policy.
28 July 2026US businesses challenge Trump's tariffs on Australian exports
American companies are suing the Trump administration over import tariffs that will directly impact Australian exporters and small businesses.
25 JulyTrump imposes 12.5% tariff on Australian imports
The US government has implemented a 12.5 per cent tariff on Australian exports effective immediately as part of a broader protectionist trade policy.
24 JulyDairy farmers boost profits by tapping fast food beef demand
Australian dairy farmers are capitalising on fast food chains' commitment to source more dairy beef, adding value to their operations.
24 JulyWA's south hit by massive winter tourism slump
Tourism businesses across Western Australia's Great Southern region face a steep decline in winter visitor numbers, threatening revenue and sector stability.
22 JulyHunter Valley coal mine seeks 19-year extension to 2045
Australia's largest coal mine is seeking a controversial 19-year extension, with operators claiming it will save 1,500 jobs amid heated climate debate.
16 JulyGlobal oil reserves depleted, economies face price shock risk: IMF
The IMF warns that strategic oil reserves used to shield economies from Middle East conflict impacts have run dry, leaving nations vulnerable to future price volatility.
15 JulyAustralia's Wine Grape Crush Falls to 26-Year Low
Australia's wine industry faces a crisis as grape yields plummet to their lowest levels in over 25 years, signalling weakening global demand.
15 JulyBuffett cuts Gates Foundation donations over Epstein revelations
Warren Buffett has ended his support for the Gates Foundation following revelations about Bill Gates's interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
15 JulyNational Trust unfairly dismissed former director: Fair Work ruling
The Fair Work Commission has found that Scott Carlin, former managing director of the National Trust of Tasmania, was unfairly dismissed from his position.
13 JulyFalling home prices offer little relief to struggling buyers
Despite declining house prices, affordability remains a critical challenge for Australian home buyers facing one of the nation's most persistent crises.
12 JulyBroken Hill corner store closes as wage rises crush small business
A 70-year-old Broken Hill corner store has closed, with owners blaming mounting costs and minimum wage increases for the shutdown.
5 JulyDairy giant fined $59,400 for false 'fresh milk' claims
The ACCC penalises Lactalis Australia for misleading consumers by marketing milk products as fresh when they contained substitute ingredients.
2 JulyElectric mine trucks: promise and diesel reality
Mining giants showcase electric trucks while expanding diesel fleets, signalling the long road ahead for decarbonising Australia's resources sector.
1 July
Australia's property auction market slumps below 50% clearance
Residential property auction clearance rates remain stubbornly below 50 per cent across major Australian capitals as the housing market deteriorates.
28 JuneSydney and Melbourne braced for major housing price falls
Australia's largest cities face significant property price declines as major analysts forecast a national market correction over the next 12 months.
25 JuneASIC warns of 'extremely high' car loan fees amid complaints
Australia's financial regulator has warned of predatory lending practices in car finance, identifying excessive interest rates and inflated vehicle valuations.
24 JuneMarinus Link will break energy deadlock, economist argues
Independent economist Saul Eslake defends the multi-billion-dollar Marinus Link interconnector as a strategic national investment despite growing controversy.
22 JuneAuction clearance rates hit six-year low as buyers pull back
Australia's property market signals sharp downturn as auction clearance rates fall below 50 per cent for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic.
21 JuneWomen entrepreneurs drive Queensland flower farm renaissance
Female growers are transforming agricultural land across tropical north Queensland into thriving flower farms, despite facing pricing challenges in the industry.
20 JuneRinehart suggests Qld hand islands to Musk for space ventures
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has proposed Queensland offer some of its islands to Elon Musk to attract space industry investment.
18 JuneVodafone network crash leaves millions of Australians without service
Vodafone Australia's mobile network experienced a significant crash on Wednesday evening, affecting millions of customers across the country.
18 JuneSpaceX IPO launch could make Musk world's first trillionaire
SpaceX's record-breaking Nasdaq debut positions Elon Musk to become the world's first trillionaire, marking a historic milestone in financial markets.
13 JuneBluesfest may have traded while insolvent, liquidator finds
A liquidator's investigation into Byron Bay's Bluesfest collapse reveals the music festival's corporate entity may have continued trading while technically insolvent.
12 JuneSpaceX IPO: Government warns Australians of security risks
Federal officials privately warn of national security concerns as tens of thousands of Australians prepare to invest in Elon Musk's SpaceX following its June IPO.
11 JuneMajor imaging provider investigates Medicare billing allegations
Integral Diagnostics launches external audit into improper Medicare billing practices at its Kalgoorlie Health Campus facility in Western Australia.
9 JuneAustralian farmers embrace regenerative practices with growing optimism
A comprehensive report shows Australian farmers are increasingly adopting innovative land management practices, signalling a significant shift in agricultural approaches.
5 JuneRBA Chief Dismisses Stagflation Fears Despite Geopolitical Risks
RBA Governor Michele Bullock has ruled out concerns about stagflation and wage-price spirals in Australia, though geopolitical tensions remain an economic headwind.
4 JuneAI reshapes Australian jobs market as human skills gain value
Australia's labour market faces disruption from artificial intelligence, with some roles declining while demand grows for workers combining technical expertise with uniquely human capabilities.
4 JuneIconic Boag's brewery to close after 145 years in Tasmania
James Boag's, one of Australia's oldest breweries, will cease production in November, with industry experts citing rising costs as a key factor in the shutdown.
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