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Refinery blaze may impact Australia's petrol production 'for some time'
Energy Minister Chris Bowen says the fire in Geelong appears to be an accident at this stage and there are no suspicious circumstances.
LMG expands lending support with BDM appointments
New hires take up state roles in South Australia and Western Australia
Consumer spending rises on high fuel prices: NAB
New data show spending shifts towards non-discretionary items
Mortgage holders stay with current lenders rather than switch
Loan upgrades with the same lender outpace switching as borrowers prioritise certainty
Oil shock could force rates higher, says RBA deputy governor
Warning of a “stagflationary shock” as fuel prices lift inflation expectations
Global tour operator Intrepid invests millions in outback tourism
Australian-based global tour operator Intrepid has announced a multi-million-dollar investment in Central Australia's Ooraminna Homestead, 30 kilometres south of Alice Springs.
Live: Markets set to open lower as fuel crisis likely to worsen
The fuel crisis is set to worsen after a massive fire at one of Australia's two oil refineries. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Appeal for witnesses after 4yo boy dies in suburban crash
A four-year-old boy has died in hospital after being hit by a car on a suburban street in Dubbo.
Mortgage fraud accelerates as scams become more sophisticated
Here's what brokers can do to protect themselves
Supermarkets stalling over pressure to lift milk prices
Supermarket milk price rises linked to the war in Iran are predicted in the coming months as hundreds of dairy farmers battling increasing costs receive more for their product.
Arrest warrant issued in legal battle for $27k in unpaid long service leave
It's now been over three years since two women left their jobs at a small business. Two courts later, they want their combined $27,000 in long service leave paid out to them, and say they won't give…
Flexible work in demand as employees try to dodge rising fuel costs
More employees turning to flexible jobs to cushion the impact of rising gas prices
Why The Next 10 Years Will Change Australia Forever | Property Investors and Business Owners, Pay Attention.
Australia is heading into a decade that will reshape not just our economy, but the way we live, work, invest, and build wealth. Most people sense that “something is changing,” yet they struggle to…
Who will receive your super when you die? And the simple step many Australians forget
Most Australians assume their superannuation will simply pass to their family when they die. After all, that’s how most assets work. Your house, your investments, your bank accounts - they’re…
The affordable professional development every small business needs
The ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and strategically is no longer optional - it is a core leadership competency. The post The affordable professional development every small business…
AI-driven platform incorporates metaphysics to take reading to a new level
The platforms offers AI-personalised action steps generated for every chapter, calibrated to each reader's specific goals, career stage, and challenges. The post AI-driven platform incorporates…
Five smart questions to optimise your business payments setup
Taking the time to ask a few questions can help ensure your payment setup continues to support your business. The post Five smart questions to optimise your business payments setup appeared first on…
Tokenisation Could Matter More to Real Estate Finance Than to Real Estate Listings
For many years, the real estate industry's talk about cryptocurrency was often centred on one glitzy concept: real estate trading on the blockchain. That was an attractive proposition for marketing…
Record failure rate: Cost pressures mount for coffee businesses
A franchise coffee chain executive said coffee prices may continue to rise due to current economic pressures. The post Record failure rate: Cost pressures mount for coffee businesses appeared first…
Australian housing market update | April 2026
The national housing market recorded a 0.7% rise in March, taking the quarterly growth to 2.1%. While values continue to trend higher, the pace of appreciation is gradually losing steam compared to…
Leading with purpose: Ruth Van Eeklen on leadership and lifting up others
'One of the most important things is understanding the impact you can have on someone else’s development,' says the broker
Sydney property market forecast for 2026 and 2027 | Why the short-term softness is a long-term opportunity
Thinking of investing in Sydney property? You’re not alone—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. "Sydney's too expensive.""You’ve missed the boat.""Now’s not the time to invest." These are just a few of…
Rates, war jitters, and tax talk spook Sydney property buyers
Caution replaces FOMO as mid‑market Sydney buyers step back
Fuel shock hits household budgets but spending holds up
Fuel prices surge as household spending tilts to essentials
Uluu secures $2.1 million in federal funding to scale its seaweed-based plastic alternative
Perth startup Uluu has secured $2.1 million through the Industry Growth Program to supercharge its mission to replace plastic with seaweed. The post Uluu secures $2.1 million in federal funding to…
Broking industry tells banks: Mortgage fraud thrives when communication falters
It's time to 'cut the head off the snake' as scale of suspected fraud escalates
Revolut bets on Aussie SMEs as it pushes beyond travel cards
Revolut is expanding in Australia, targeting SMEs and gaps in local banking as it shifts from a travel card to a financial platform. The post Revolut bets on Aussie SMEs as it pushes beyond travel…
New home sales jump in March despite rate rises
Population growth and low unemployment continue to support housing demand
Rental affordability sinks to record low as supply stays tight
New report shows rents picking up again, with Sydney still the priciest capital
Mid-market boom looms in Brisbane as market reprices
Expert says first-home buyer demand below $1m is pushing price pressure into the $1.4m bracket
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