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JB Hi-Fi entering holiday period with 'good momentum'

JB Hi-Fi entering holiday period with 'good momentum'

Same-store sales at JB Hi-Fi's namesake consumer electronics stores grew five per cent in Australia in the first quarter, the retailer says.

DV-related suicide to be probed in urgent inquiry

DV-related suicide to be probed in urgent inquiry

DV-related suicide to be probed in urgent inquiry

DV-related suicide to be probed in urgent inquiry

Data shows Australia's "national shame" of domestic violence is worsening, as the impact on victim-survivors is set to be examined in a parliamentary inquiry.

Rush for home care spots ahead of landmark reforms

Rush for home care spots ahead of landmark reforms

Rush for home care spots ahead of landmark reforms

Rush for home care spots ahead of landmark reforms

All 20,000 home care spots promised before the end of October have been allocated as older Australians prepare for major aged care reforms to take effect.

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Toyota to make Supercars debut in Sydney for 2026

Toyota to make Supercars debut in Sydney for 2026

Toyota will open its Supercars chapter at the Sydney 500 as the championship prepares to host its first New Zealand double header in 2026.

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

Don't forget gas: industry calls for renewable support

More than 50 companies are calling on the Australian government to extend support for renewable gas projects.

Pre-Christmas rate relief dashed after inflation spike

Pre-Christmas rate relief dashed after inflation spike

All four major banks predict mortgage holders will have to wait until 2026 for rate relief after a larger-than expected inflation rise.

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Top cop eyes 'crime-influencers' amid social media ban

Parents are encouraged to have hard conversations with children about online safety even as a world-first social media ban for Australian kids is set to begin.

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Aussie shares dip as inflation rains on rate cut parade

Aussie shares dip as inflation rains on rate cut parade

Aussie shares dip as inflation rains on rate cut parade

Aussie shares dip as inflation rains on rate cut parade

Hotter-than-expected price growth has battered market expectations for interest rate cuts, prompting a broad sell-off as investors recalibrate expectations.

Optus execs, regulator get date for Senate grilling

Optus execs, regulator get date for Senate grilling

Optus execs, regulator get date for Senate grilling

Optus execs, regulator get date for Senate grilling

The fallout from the deadly Optus triple-zero outage in September will ramp up as those in charge at the telco face a probe into the tragedy.

Gambling lobby floats ad limit as uncertainty lingers

Gambling lobby floats ad limit as uncertainty lingers

Gambling lobby floats ad limit as uncertainty lingers

Gambling lobby floats ad limit as uncertainty lingers

Betting companies are searching for a middle ground on gambling advertising reform as the communications minister weighs up a response to a landmark inquiry.

'We need energy': leader touts gas to save smelter jobs

'We need energy': leader touts gas to save smelter jobs

'We need energy': leader touts gas to save smelter jobs

'We need energy': leader touts gas to save smelter jobs

The fate of 1000 workers hangs in the balance as leaders debate the best way to save Australia's biggest aluminium smelter from closure.

Anthony set for historic crack at Olympic title defence

Anthony set for historic crack at Olympic title defence

Anthony set for historic crack at Olympic title defence

Anthony set for historic crack at Olympic title defence

Jakara Anthony has spoken of overcoming fears in her return from injury and the great leaps of her rivals ahead of a historic bid to defend her Olympic title.

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Labor's Irish roots prompt call for referendum help

Drawing on politicians' personal connection to his homeland, a touring senator and peace negotiator is encouraging Labor to keep pushing for a united Ireland.

Latex giant Ansell bullish despite Trump's tariff moves

Latex giant Ansell bullish despite Trump's tariff moves

Latex giant Ansell bullish despite Trump's tariff moves

Latex giant Ansell bullish despite Trump's tariff moves

Tariffs and a national security probe into PPE aren't fazing Ansell or its investors, with an improved share price off the back of its AGM.

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Record loss of outdoor work hours due to heat: report

Heat exposure, drought and natural disasters are causing deaths and economic havoc in Australia and around the world, according to a major global report.

Demands for review of BOM site after mass complaints

Federal politicians are calling for a review of the Bureau of Meteorology’s revamped website after it was labelled difficult to navigate and missing key tools.

Nurse turned shearer awarded for busting rural stigmas

When a shearer heard of several deaths across her industry, she knew she had to start making mental health a priority in the nation's wool sheds.

Auditor to probe social housing fund's value for money

The nation's auditor will investigate whether a massive housing fund set up in 2023 was designed correctly and is delivering value for money

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From chaos to code: why AI is boosting developer ranks

Artificial intelligence tools are inspiring more people to create their own software and could help to address Australia's skills gap.

Nation must 'choose courage' as it enters treaty era

Australians are being urged to put aside politics and "choose courage", as one state prepares to enter into treaty with its First Nations people.

Heatwaves, climate extremes 'normal' for oceans by 2040

Even if the Paris Agreement is met, Australia’s marine life will still be under pressure to adapt or move in response to climate pressures, and fast.

Short finger blow for Australia's T20 series with India

Allrounder Matt Short faces time on the sidelines after undergoing finger surgery, in a setback for Australia's T20 hopes against India.

Luminary wants brave choices to halt Australia's slide

A former Reserve Bank governor has called for courageous decisions from Australia's leaders on the nation's budget, economy and strategic interests.

Aussie shares fall as miners, major companies drag

A strong banking sector performance wasn't enough to rescue Australia's share market from a negative session, as miners and two segment leaders tumbled.

Optus, minister to be grilled as inquiry gets go-ahead

Optus executives and the minister in charge of the triple-zero network will be probed as an inquiry into emergency outages is given the green light.

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