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Little guys in limbo as indebted retail giant collapses

Little guys in limbo as indebted retail giant collapses

Major brands are pulling their stock from shelves and local businesses face uncertainty as David Jones enters administration, marking the end of an era.

'Very sad': shoppers dismayed at Aussie icon's fall

'Very sad': shoppers dismayed at Aussie icon's fall

'Very sad': shoppers dismayed at Aussie icon's fall

'Very sad': shoppers dismayed at Aussie icon's fall

The fate of David Jones is under a cloud as shoppers recall their favourite childhood memories involving the Australian retail institution.

High fuel prices hit the brakes on petrol car sales

High fuel prices hit the brakes on petrol car sales

High fuel prices hit the brakes on petrol car sales

High fuel prices hit the brakes on petrol car sales

Australian motorists are kicking the tyres of more electric and hybrid vehicles as the price of petrol and diesel continues to sting.

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Ticketing giants dealt booby prize for dynamic pricing

Ticketing giants dealt booby prize for dynamic pricing

Major ticket retailers have copped a sharp rebuke on a leading consumer advocate's 2026 naughty list for alleged roles in soaring event costs.

AI-driven workplace surveillance sparks rights warning

AI-driven workplace surveillance sparks rights warning

Worker's rights must be considered as part of the rollout of artificial intelligence, say experts fronting an inquiry into the emerging technology.

Over-tyred: inquiry calls for a recycling overhaul

Over-tyred: inquiry calls for a recycling overhaul

Fewer end-of-life tyres would be buried in the ground and more recycled into new roads under changes recommended by a parliamentary inquiry.

Penfolds owner in no rush to sell discount labels

Penfolds owner in no rush to sell discount labels

Australia's biggest winemaker continues to look to luxury to turn its fortunes around, but changing drinking habits and a tough US market pose challenges.

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Consumer watchdog cracks down on alleged egg cartel

Consumer watchdog cracks down on alleged egg cartel

Consumer watchdog cracks down on alleged egg cartel

Consumer watchdog cracks down on alleged egg cartel

Australia's biggest egg suppliers have been accused of banding together to block their competitors and inflate prices, allegations the companies deny.

National plan to put electric vehicle charging on a map

National plan to put electric vehicle charging on a map

National plan to put electric vehicle charging on a map

National plan to put electric vehicle charging on a map

Electric vehicle charging bottlenecks and areas of high demand will be targeted by a $1.43 million national project as more motorists make the switch.

Greens launch campaign with public grocery pledge

Greens launch campaign with public grocery pledge

Greens launch campaign with public grocery pledge

Greens launch campaign with public grocery pledge

The Greens have taken a leaf out of the New York mayor's playbook as they launch a state election campaign promising bold ideas to tackle the cost of living.

Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall

Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall

Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall

Electric vehicles surge ahead as petrol car sales stall

Diesel and petrol-powered vehicle sales are slowing as figures show more Australians are getting behind electric and hybrid cars.

One-two punch for small business as card-ban row flares

One-two punch for small business as card-ban row flares

One-two punch for small business as card-ban row flares

One-two punch for small business as card-ban row flares

Businesses are deciding whether to absorb card payment fees or pass the costs on as a ban on surcharges starts, but one government agency has another solution.

Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal

Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal

Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal

Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal

Australians are buying electric cars in record numbers and one fuel retailer has announced a deal to expand its coverage.

Pass the parcel: Australia Post urged to ease dominance

Pass the parcel: Australia Post urged to ease dominance

Pass the parcel: Australia Post urged to ease dominance

Pass the parcel: Australia Post urged to ease dominance

A rural shopper could face a 165km round trip to pick-up a package, while the national postal service dominates the parcel market, an inquiry has been told.

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Tenfold surge in EV sales needed to meet climate goals

Australian drivers are buying electric vehicle sales in record numbers but even more will need to hit the road for the nation to meet its climate target.

Apples and oranges: watchdog's comparison site warning

Savvy consumers might be getting less than they bargained for from price comparison websites, as the corporate watchdog sniffs out dodgy operators.

Electric switch could save households $5000 a year

More than 30 organisations will urge the federal government to do more in backing electric appliances, equipment and vehicles to cut costs and emissions.

Electric car surge strains Australia's charging network

Motorists are adopting electric vehicles in record numbers but the nation's public charging is struggling to keep pace with demand.

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Renovation nation: Aussies plan $85b in energy upgrades

Spending on home energy upgrades such as insulation and solar panels is on the rise but renters and younger households may be left behind.

Electric cars outsell petrol rivals for the first time

Fuel prices are up and so are electric vehicle sales, with Australian drivers now buying more battery-powered cars than either petrol or diesel models.

'Solar coaster': industry fears renewable rebate end

Solar and battery installation firms are booming with the help of government rebates but most fear a crash will hit when the support ends.

Power prices fall but risks remain for life after coal

Renewable energy and batteries are pushing down wholesale power prices but a report warns they could rise again when coal-fired plants power down.

Coffee machines brew a caffeine hit for Aussie firm

Breville Group has delivered a rise in profit on record revenue and played up opportunities for its coffee machines, especially in the Middle East.

Retail sector woes continue after online icon slumps

Leaders of Australia's largest online furniture and homewares retailer has talked up its growth prospects, despite a tough retail environment.

Half a million and counting: Aussies power battery boom

Australians have installed more than 500,000 household batteries in a move experts say will keep putting downward pressure on power bills.

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