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November rate hike a lock after 'ugly' inflation result

November rate hike a lock after 'ugly' inflation result

All four of Australia's big banks are betting on a Melbourne Cup day rate rise after hot inflation figures heaped more pressure on the Reserve Bank.

Debt business booming as households struggle with bills

Debt business booming as households struggle with bills

Debt business booming as households struggle with bills

Debt business booming as households struggle with bills

Australia's largest listed debt buyer and collector and consumer finance provider, is on track for more record earnings as households grapple with tough times.

AI surveillance, conspiring bots on watchdog's radar

AI surveillance, conspiring bots on watchdog's radar

AI surveillance, conspiring bots on watchdog's radar

AI surveillance, conspiring bots on watchdog's radar

Shoppers have been warned of discriminatory pricing, more convincing scammers and putting their faith in a bot to find them the best deal as AI marches on.

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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.

Businesses not buying positive spin on surcharge ban

Businesses not buying positive spin on surcharge ban

The Reserve Bank says small businesses are expected to benefit the most from its card surcharge reforms, but restaurant and cafe owners say they are losing out.

Smaller banks baulk at regional branch plan

Smaller banks baulk at regional branch plan

Smaller banks have criticised a proposal to pool banking resources in multi-bank hubs rather than individual branches.

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.

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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.

Energy policy gaps leave households with higher bills

Energy policy gaps leave households with higher bills

Energy policy gaps leave households with higher bills

Energy policy gaps leave households with higher bills

The size of your energy bill could depend on where you live as Australian states and territories take different approaches to electrification and efficiency.

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.

RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike

RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike

RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike

RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike

A November rate rise is still on the cards for the Reserve Bank, even after a slightly softer-than-expected underlying inflation outcome in August.

Tenfold surge in EV sales needed to meet climate goals

Tenfold surge in EV sales needed to meet climate goals

Tenfold surge in EV sales needed to meet climate goals

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.

Cafes, shoppers at a crossroads as surcharge ban looms

Cafes, shoppers at a crossroads as surcharge ban looms

Cafes, shoppers at a crossroads as surcharge ban looms

Cafes, shoppers at a crossroads as surcharge ban looms

Shoppers may benefit from cash discounts, but retailers will still have to pay the price on merchant fees when a card surcharge ban comes into effect.

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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.

Wharfies make way to the MCG, whatever the price

Airlines are being accused of "un-Australian price gouging" of Fremantle Dockers fans looking to reach this year's AFL grand final.

Electric check-out: Coles opens greener grocery store

It is not just the bags that are green: a Melbourne supermarket will use renewable energy and customised technology to reduce its environmental footprint.

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.

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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.

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.

Inflated charges: push to make landlords pay gas bills

Australian renters are paying $440 million to keep gas connected whether they use it or not, and one group is calling for change.

Gas customers face higher bills sooner as exodus grows

Australians who remain connected to gas could face rising prices under reforms proposed to deal with changing energy use.

Banks tipping November rate hike after 'hot' inflation

Despite headline inflation falling to 3.5 per cent - the lowest level since November - an above-expectations result adds to the case for more rate hikes.

'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.

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