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Coles Misled Shoppers With ‘Down Down’ Discounts, Federal Court Finds
The Federal Court says Coles misled shoppers with its ‘Down Down’ discounts, and could have used other discount methods.
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8 Takeaways From the Opposition Leader’s Official Budget Reply
The Liberal leader has pledged an overhaul of tax system and the ‘biggest’ cut to immigration in Australian history.
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Tax on Leaving Australia to Rise to $80
A family of four will pay $320 in departure taxes under the changes.
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Taylor Vows to Block Labor’s Negative Gearing and CGT Changes
We’re going to fight, even if it gets through the parliament. We’re going to make life hell for this government,' said Angus Taylor.
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Key Things to Know About Labor’s Overhaul to Negative Gearing, CGT
The treasurer says the overhaul is aimed at providing future tax relief for workers earning a salary compared to investors.
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One Nation Criticises Labor Budget for ‘Marxist, Socialist, Communist’ Direction
‘A budget basically that says … we’re going to strip wealth, we want to disperse wealth right across [society],’ said Pauline Hanson.
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Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell Switches to Labor Party
Former Jacqui Lambie Network senator says joining Labor gives her ‘a seat at the table’ to deliver more for Tasmania.
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Tax Changes Create $77 Billion War Chest for Future Pre-Election Tax Cuts
With a federal election scheduled for 2028, it opens the door for more tax cuts in coming years.
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Australian Opposition Proposes Restricting Welfare Access for Non-Citizens
Australia’s welfare bill is forecast to reach nearly $309 billion in 2026-27, accounting for 37.1 percent of the budget.
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How Microplastics Can End up in Tomato Crops—Researcher Gives ‘Best’ Solution
New research from Griffith University in Australia suggests organic fertiliser may not be as environmentally friendly as previously thought.
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UK Reportedly Bans Australian Influencer Amid Move Against ‘Far Right Agitators’
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to block right-leaning attendees flying in for a rally led by British influencer Tommy Robinson.
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Treasury Predicts Labor’s Tax Overhaul to Raise Rents by Less Than $2 a Week
Treasury says Labor’s policies will create more housing supply that will put downward pressure on rent.
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Budget Locks in NDIS Cuts as Labor Tries to Rein in $38 Billion in Costs
Some individual support packages now exceed $400,000 a year.
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Australia Winds Back EV Tax Breaks Amid $12.3 Billion Net Zero Pledge
The ‘free ride’ for electric vehicle incentives is nearing the end of the road.
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Proposed Gold Coast Trump Tower Axed Amid Pressure From Left-Wing Activists
What would have been Australia’s tallest building will no longer go ahead as planned.
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Australia Forecast to Add Over 1 Million Migrants by 2028
Federal Treasury estimates 305,000 migrants entered the country in the last financial year 2024-25.
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Labor Allocates $50.4 Million for Afghanistan War Crimes Investigations
Funding will go to the Office of the Special Investigator to review evidence and prepare cases for prosecution.
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Coach Cleary Expected to Call Time on Penrith Tenure
The 55-year-old is contracted until the end of next season.
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Labor Increases Funding for Public Broadcasters ABC and SBS
The federal budget also reveals tax breaks for commercial television and radio outlets.
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8 Key Takeaways From Australia’s 2026 Federal Budget
Major changes to wealth creation channels, high government spending, and net debt nearing $1 trillion.
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