ASX climbs ahead of RBA decision as markets brace for rates
Australian shares rose ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia rate decision, as traders weigh the outlook for rates, sectors and the global backdrop.
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What it costs to travel Australia full-time in a caravan
An Australian couple shares what it really costs to travel full-time in a caravan, outlining major budget areas and the uncertainties that come with life on the road.
Signing date on property sale contract could trigger a double tax on the deal
Home sellers should note the signing date on a property sale contract; timing can influence tax outcomes and may lead to a double tax on sale if misapplied. What is known and what remains uncertain.
ASX and AUD rise as markets brace for the RBA rate hike
Australian shares and the Aussie dollar firm after a Wall Street rally as investors await the Reserve Bank of Australia and its next move, with traders weighing inflation clues.
Zac Lomax and the door open in rugby as legal stoush looms
Australian sports watchers eye a potential cross-code move for Zac Lomax as a court date with his former NRL club looms; union circles keep the door ajar under careful watch.
Antarctica’s hazards: how crews stay safe on ice today
A focused look at the risks of living and working in Antarctica and how Australian expedition teams rely on survival specialists to manage blizzards, crevasses and sea ice.
Lily Allen feared public reaction to her revenge album West End Girl
Australian editor looks at Lily Allen’s fear of the public reaction to her revenge-themed West End Girl album, outlining what’s known and what remains unclear.
New sanctions target Iran’s human rights abuses
Australia unveils a new round of sanctions aimed at Iranian officials linked to the crackdown on peaceful protesters, signalling ongoing Western pressure over human rights abuses.
LDV D90 becomes Australia’s second-cheapest seven-seat SUV amid bold pricing move
A substantial pricing adjustment places the LDV D90 near the bottom end of the seven-seat SUV market in Australia, widening its appeal for value-focused families.
Rugby Australia keeps Lomax option open for home World Cup
Rugby Australia has not ruled out Zac Lomax joining a World Cup on home soil, with cross-code talks continuing as Angus Crichton and other NRL stars are considered.