In Canberra, Treasurer Jim Chalmers faces scrutiny over a rate rise while insisting blame lies elsewhere. The political narrative intensifies as voters watch costs on household budgets.
An Amsterdam-based band with Indonesian roots previews a psychedelic take on traditional Indonesian folk for WOMADelaide, blending heritage with contemporary textures for Australian audiences.
Analysts weigh whether a Federal Reserve leadership change triggers a market-wide shift as gold retreats from record highs, while queues form at Perth’s Mint.
Victoria Police extend firearms testing in Mount Buffalo National Park as part of the Dezi Freeman case, with searches continuing in rugged bushland and investigators pursuing leads.
A new Australian study by Diversity Council Australia suggests nearly half of LGBTIQ+ employees faced discrimination and harassment in the past year, with broad implications for wellbeing and retention.
The Reserve Bank lifts the cash rate to 3.85% and major banks signal the path ahead may not be over. Here’s what is known and what remains uncertain.
The Reserve Bank of Australia lifts the official cash rate to 3.85%, warning inflation may stay above target longer. Markets rally while gold and silver rebound.
The Reserve Bank lifts the cash rate for the first time since 2023, signaling tighter policy ahead. Plus, Cory Bernardi joins One Nation and the Wallabies’ World Cup schedule is announced.
Millions of Australians face a period of severe weather with elevated fire danger in the southeast and potential tropical storm activity in Queensland. Here’s what’s known and what remains uncertain.
In Canberra, the Reserve Bank of Australia ends a two-year pause with a rate rise, prompting a national discussion over whether spending or private demand drives inflation.
