Business
Liberalsâ first female leader promises strong policies
14 May
The federal Liberalsâ first female leader has pledged unity as she works to rebuild the party after a blistering electoral defeat. Sussan Ley, the former Liberal deputy under Peter Dutton, defeated former shadow treasurer Angus Taylor 29 votes to...[Read More]
How AI is being weaponised to attack Aussie businesses
14 May
More online criminals are weaponising artificial intelligence to steal from Australian businesses, including using the technology to create deepfakes of employeesâ voices and appearance. Small and medium-sized businesses were at highest risk from...[Read More]
Industry must step up to fund research: Shorten
14 May
Industry needs to âlift its gameâ in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday...[Read More]
A glimmer of hope for nuclear dream after election bomb
14 May
Outspoken engineer Jasmin Diab still hopes a nuclear power reactor could be operating in Australia before the second half of the century. But the advocate for the technology admits the federal election campaign has severely damaged its reputation...[Read More]
Pledges Labor offered voters to reach the promised land
7 May
LABOR POLICIES TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN SECOND ALBANESE TERM * HECS debts will be cut by 20 per cent for those with student loans. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese flagged this as the first piece of legislation that will be introduced when parliament...[Read More]
Navigating a career change with financial confidence
1 May
Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges. Whether youâre pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adapting to new life circumstances, the...[Read More]
âObsoleteâ childcare activity test in election focus
30 April
Early childhood education is in the spotlight ahead of the federal election but the path to high-quality, universal and affordable childcare is unclear. Minister for Early Childhood Education Anne Aly, Liberal MP Angie Bell, Greens senator Steph...[Read More]
Businesses decry glaring omission from election debate
30 April
Theyâre called the âengine room of the economyâ, employing more than five million Australians, and they may have a big sway on the federal election result. Chasing the votes of small business owners, the major parties have offered a slew of...[Read More]
10 Cybersecurity strategies for small businesses in the digital age
24 April
Integrating cybersecurity into the fabric of small business operations requires both strategic planning and practical measures.  Here are the top 10 tips to fortify small businesses against cyber threats, underscoring the necessity for...[Read More]
Nuclear power could take the shine off Aussie aluminium
23 April
Australiaâs position as the worldâs sixth-largest aluminium producer could be put at risk by a shift to nuclear power due to higher energy prices and lower generation. Three out of Australiaâs four aluminium smelters would be âat severe risk...[Read More]
Voters turn out in droves as pre-polling proves popular
23 April
More than half a million Australians have cast their vote early on the first day of pre-polling while parties scramble to lock in last-minute preference calls. Around 542,000 voters made their decision across Australia on Tuesday, 70 per cent up on...[Read More]
Biggest election pledges â and how much they cost
16 April
BIGGEST POLICIES FROM THE MAJOR PARTIES AT THE 2025 FEDERAL ELECTION LABOR: * Tax cuts â $17.1 billion over four years. All taxpayers will get a $5 per week tax cut from July 2026, which will then increase to about $10 per week from July 2027. *...[Read More]
Keeping coal clunkers alive risks power price surge
16 April
Delaying coal generator retirements under the federal coalitionâs plan for adding nuclear plants to the grid risks power supply shortfalls and price spikes. Australiaâs fleet of old and unreliable coal power stations, prone to outages and extra...[Read More]
Social media and free speech: where the legal boundaries are being tested
10 April
Social media has revolutionised how we communicate, offering a global platform for individuals to share opinions, challenge authority, and connect with others instantly. However, while platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and...[Read More]
Business hungry for more despite Labor tax sweetener
9 April
Small businesses are being tempted with a $20,000 sweetener to re-elect Labor, but the offering still falls short of the coalition pitch to traders. Labor has vowed to extend the instant asset write-off â which allows businesses and tradies with a...[Read More]