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Global group backs cuts, rate rises to curb inflation

Global group backs cuts, rate rises to curb inflation

Australia's inflation rate will peak higher than previously forecast, as surging oil costs cause consumer prices to increase, a Paris-based policy body says.

Long-lived cyclone intensifies as it skirts coast

Long-lived cyclone intensifies as it skirts coast

Long-lived cyclone intensifies as it skirts coast

Long-lived cyclone intensifies as it skirts coast

After traversing three states, Cyclone Narelle could intensify into a category five system as it passes a series of isolated coastal communities.

Triple-zero text function could be piloted after outage

Triple-zero text function could be piloted after outage

Triple-zero text function could be piloted after outage

Triple-zero text function could be piloted after outage

Liberal senator Sarah Henderson asked an inquiry why text-to-triple-zero had not been implemented in Australia as a solution after a fatal outage last year.

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Man charged over plan to fight in Myanmar's civil war

Man charged over plan to fight in Myanmar's civil war

An Australian faces the prospect of life in prison after being charged with intending to join an armed group to fight in a southeast Asian nation's civil war.

Bigger fines for dodgy servos but fuel fears remain

Bigger fines for dodgy servos but fuel fears remain

Fresh produce is likely to go up in price as higher fuel costs flow through the nation's supply chains, but relief to petrol shortages is on the way.

Australian shares slip as markets mull Iran situation

Australian shares slip as markets mull Iran situation

Uncertainty around US-Iranian peace talks have prompted a slightly negative day for Australian stocks, with risk aversion trumping cautious optimism.

Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia and Germany will make it easier for troops to operate from each other's countries as the two nations look at deepening defence co-operation.

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Hidden breast cancer costs increase burden of disease

Hidden breast cancer costs increase burden of disease

Hidden breast cancer costs increase burden of disease

Hidden breast cancer costs increase burden of disease

The financial, emotional and social cost of breast cancer has been revealed in a report that has found many Australians delay or skip treatment due to costs.

Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid

Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid

Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid

Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid

Wage increases have not been driving recent inflation pressures and low-paid workers deserve a real pay rise, the government says.

Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work

Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work

Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work

Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work

ABC staff are leaving the door open to more strikes, as union figures say their message about job security and wages is not getting through to management.

Tech giants could face more lawsuits after US ruling

Tech giants could face more lawsuits after US ruling

Tech giants could face more lawsuits after US ruling

Tech giants could face more lawsuits after US ruling

An unprecedented legal finding that social media giants failed to protect young users from harm could have major ramifications for tech companies in Australia.

Sunscreen overhaul unlikely to fix 'trust deficit'

Sunscreen overhaul unlikely to fix 'trust deficit'

Sunscreen overhaul unlikely to fix 'trust deficit'

Sunscreen overhaul unlikely to fix 'trust deficit'

Consultations have begun on new rules designed to help Australians slip, slop, slap with confidence but not all are convinced the fix will be so simple.

Oil exec handed largest ever fine over contract rigging

Oil exec handed largest ever fine over contract rigging

Oil exec handed largest ever fine over contract rigging

Oil exec handed largest ever fine over contract rigging

A court has fined an oil company $5 million and its chairman $1 million for cartel conduct in a case brought by the competition watchdog.

NAB trims domestic workforce, bolsters offshore staff

NAB trims domestic workforce, bolsters offshore staff

NAB trims domestic workforce, bolsters offshore staff

NAB trims domestic workforce, bolsters offshore staff

NAB has proposed reducing its Australian workforce by 170 roles, while increasing staffing at its "innovation centres" in India and Vietnam.

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Lunchbox staples prove costly for families

Classic school snacks are proving costly for families, with the price of a large basket of everyday lunchbox items varying between supermarket giants.

Hard time for renters as landlords squeeze tight market

Rising interest rates and living cost pressures mean it will be a tough year for the housing market, and even more so for renters.

Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge

Enquiries about new and second-hand electric cars are setting records as motorists look for ways to avoid the rising price of petrol and diesel.

Art and creativity tackle taboos in remote communities

Public health advocates say long term funding and commitment is needed to achieve Closing the Gap targets and improve outcomes for Indigenous people.

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'Joyful' car park for the future wins design award

Joy probably isn't the emotion felt by commuters embarking on a long trip from the suburbs, but a multi-storey car park hopes to bring a little happiness.

Billions for Rio smelter rescue hailed as 'slam dunk'

An aluminium smelter will get billions of dollars in government funding to stay open and save thousands of jobs in the latest bailout of a metals manufacturer.

Industry bailouts defended as Iran war smashes markets

Industry Minister Tim Ayres has outlined the government's industry-science strategy, saying global instability and the conflict in Iran demands stronger ties.

Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Hopes of de-escalation between the US and Iran have catapulted the bourse higher, on reports the US wants a month-long ceasefire to discuss a path to peace.

Calm before storm: RBA braces for spikes and hikes

The economy is expected to be hit with a savage inflation spike which will in turn increase the chances of more interest rate hikes.

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Innovative fuel-saving ideas are being tossed up to tackle Australia's shortages as the Iran war throws global oil trade into chaos and prices soar.

ABC staff lament poor wages as strike, re-runs roll on

The ABC will rely on foreign content and repeats of old shows to fill 24 hours of broadcasting as its workers down tools for their first strike in decades.

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