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Postcodes hardest hit by COVID-19 fallout
Scott Morrison has delivered his strongest warning as new figures reveal the postcodes hardest hit by COVID-19’s economic fallout.
MasterChef’s Melissa hits back at minister
MasterChef judge Melissa Leong has hit back after the Immigration Minister used her popularity to prove Australia isn’t racist.
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Accountants spill on the more unusual items people can claim deductions on, from handbags and gym memberships to Netflix subscriptions.
Phone call you want to receive
It’s a moment most of us have dreamt of – and one lucky Queensland man has shared what it’s really like to get this life-changing call.
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Surprising reason for Aussie dollar’s lift
The local currency has surged to an 11-month high aided by an underappreciated factor but the rise could be short lived.
World on brink of ‘enormous shock’
Markets are surging to record highs, but experts have warned it is premature, with the world on the brink of its worst economic drop in decades.
Coronavirus infections rise sharply
The coronavirus outbreak in Brazil is accelerating, with the country now reporting the second highest number of global cases.
| Index / Security | Price | Change | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Ords | 6269.3 | +6.4000 | 0.10% |
| S&P/ASX 50 | 6038.8 | -6.1000 | -0.10% |
| ASX200 | 6148.4 | +3.5000 | 0.06% |
| S&P/ASX 300 | 6117.0 | +4.7000 | 0.08% |
| S&P/ASX MidCap | 6870.4 | +45.500 | 0.67% |
| S&P/ASX Small Orders | 2751.8 | +15.600 | 0.57% |
| S&P/ASX 20 | 3384.4 | -2.1000 | -0.06% |
| S&P/ASX 100 | 5079.4 | +0.80000 | 0.02% |
Aussie banks’ sneaky $6.3 billion move
Shocking new research has revealed that Australia’s banks have “effectively stolen” billions of dollars from customers over the past decade.
Jeff Bezos shares ‘sickening’ racist email
The world’s richest man has taken aim at customers who have slammed Amazon for supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
Coles sued over ‘racist’ servo incident
An Aboriginal activist has launched legal action against Coles after he was made to pre-pay for fuel at a petrol station in Townsville.
AAP Newswire to continue under new owners
A deal to keep Australian Associated Press Newswire operating is in the final stages of negotiation with a consortium of investors and philanthropists.
Surprising products Target is dumping
A sale is usually a cause for celebration – but the struggling retailer’s major markdown could be a grim indicator of things to come.
10 words prove HomeBuilder is doomed
Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s controversial scheme has already been lashed by critics – but a crucial sentence has exposed its true fatal flaw.
MasterChef’s Melissa hits back at minister
MasterChef judge Melissa Leong has hit back after the Immigration Minister used her popularity to prove Australia isn’t racist.
Injured protester reacts to Trump’s ‘smear’
The 75-year-old who was shoved to the ground by police in footage that shocked the world has responded to Donald Trump’s conspiracy theory.
Aussies to face harsh new job reality
As businesses re-open, the government is making changes to how it deals with Australia’s jobless. There are fears it will return to “harsh” measures.
’Disgraceful’ Aus Post move slammed
Many Aussies have faced frustrating delivery delays in the past – but there’s a “disgraceful” reason why the problem could soon get worse.
Postcodes hardest hit by COVID-19 fallout
Scott Morrison has delivered his strongest warning as new figures reveal the postcodes hardest hit by COVID-19’s economic fallout.
Boss takes blame for JobKeeper stuff-up
Australia’s Treasury Secretary has accepted responsibility for the JobKeeper bungle that saw the government over-estimate its cost by billions.
JobKeeper detail that allows early cut-offs
Finance Minister Mathias Cormann has refused to guarantee more workers won’t be kicked off JobKeeper as a Senate hearing turned fiery.
Former western Sydney nudist retreat up for sale
The site of a former western Sydney nudist retreat has been listed for sale with great potential for the new owner to restore the once-popular lifestyle destination.
CommBank boss joins rush of bankers selling up
Scott Wharton, part of the executive leadership team at the Commonwealth Bank, is quietly shopping his $9 million Bellevue Hill mansion around.
Rose Bay ‘jaw-dropping’ house sells in ‘low $13 millions’
Developer Robert Burger’s Rose Bay home was withdrawn from sale as COVID-19 hit, but little surprise it’s sold in the ‘low $13 millions’ range as restrictions ease.
Celebrity renovators reveal incredible forever home
Kyal and Kara from The Block are offering a peek inside their ‘Australian coastal meets Mediterranean villa’ style home on the Central Coast after completing their dream build.
Insane manor comes with 15m indoor pool
A jaw-dropping Southern Highlands estate built in 1890 as a country retreat for a noted Australian politician and featuring a 15m indoor pool has hit the market.
Weirdest items you can claim at tax time
Accountants spill on the more unusual items people can claim deductions on, from handbags and gym memberships to Netflix subscriptions.
Phone call you want to receive
It’s a moment most of us have dreamt of – and one lucky Queensland man has shared what it’s really like to get this life-changing call.
Secret codes buried in Aussie banknotes
A viral TikTok video has revealed the secret codes hidden in Aussie money – and what they really mean.
New tax deadline you need to know
Millions of Australian businesses that have faced a “very tough” time during the coronavirus crisis will get a $300 million helping hand.
There’s still time for small business to thrive
As restrictions ease, silver linings are appearing for many small business operators, like BodyMindLife yoga and pilates, who saw opportunity to pivot and took the risk.
Is your business ready for Stage 3 of COVIDSafe?
With Stage 2 of the Government’s three-stage road map to a COVIDSafe Australia currently rolling out, small businesses should be preparing to enter and remain in accordance with Stage 3.
Bachelor of the Year finalist’s genius idea
A new Aussie business is on a mission to turn wine into water – and business is booming, with every bottle of plonk sold changing lives.
Good news, you can still buy showbags
The Royal Easter Show was cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak but you don’t have to miss out on the popular showbags.
Ban on gatherings of 100 people
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced tough new limits on indoor crowds effective today.
How under-30s have screwed themselves
It was supposed to help struggling Australians get through the COVID-19 crisis – but this controversial policy could harm one particular group.
Tax office freezes super scheme
Early access to superannuation will be temporarily halted after up to 150 Aussies lost a combined $120,000 through identity theft.
Corporate watchdog warns of virus scams
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission is urging consumers to watch out for unscrupulous operators trying to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic.
