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Treasurer swipes left on tax office credit card ban

Treasurer swipes left on tax office credit card ban

Businesses owners will continue to be able to use their credit cards to pay the tax office until mid-2027, after Labor bowed to backlash from the sector.

Labor has 'real concerns' over ATO credit card ban

Labor has 'real concerns' over ATO credit card ban

Labor has 'real concerns' over ATO credit card ban

Labor has 'real concerns' over ATO credit card ban

The government is accused of peddling a double standard as the tax office refuses to absorb credit card surcharges it can no longer pass on.

'And that's finance' ABC guru retires

'And that's finance' ABC guru retires

'And that's finance' ABC guru retires

'And that's finance' ABC guru retires

A revered finance journalist has announced he is retiring after 31 years with the ABC, and a media career that spanned more than half a century.

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Dad support crucial in calls for parental leave changes

Dad support crucial in calls for parental leave changes

A parenthood advocacy leader has called on the federal government to assess how it funds parental leave and child care amid falling birthrates.

Super dreams for a champagne lifestyle in retirement

Super dreams for a champagne lifestyle in retirement

Many Australians have high expectations for a glorious retirement, yet one retail superannuation giant urges them to check their nest eggs are truly on track.

Rising costs: study shows how expensive kids' sport is

Rising costs: study shows how expensive kids' sport is

The cost of playing community sport is rising throughout Australia, with some clubs taking it upon themselves as codes mull how best to reduce expenses.

Watchdog warns novice investors of hidden risks

Watchdog warns novice investors of hidden risks

Australians who want to invest their money aren't always properly informed about the perils that seemingly low-risk products entail, a watchdog has warned.

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How trust in the RBA could help keep interest rates low

How trust in the RBA could help keep interest rates low

How trust in the RBA could help keep interest rates low

How trust in the RBA could help keep interest rates low

Increased knowledge and trust in the Reserve Bank correlates with lower expectations of inflation, which has implications for setting interest rates.

How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes

How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes

How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes

How first-time homebuyers can save $8,500 in taxes

A little-known scheme allows first-time homebuyers to use their superannuation fund as a tax-advantaged method for saving for a deposit.

King won't live at Buckingham Palace after refit

King won't live at Buckingham Palace after refit

King won't live at Buckingham Palace after refit

King won't live at Buckingham Palace after refit

King Charles and Queen Camilla will break with centuries of tradition and not live at Buckingham Palace once its refurbishment has been completed.

Inflation lying in wait to strike another rate blow

Inflation lying in wait to strike another rate blow

Inflation lying in wait to strike another rate blow

Inflation lying in wait to strike another rate blow

Despite a fall in headline inflation, a larger-than-expected rise in the underlying figure leaves the door open to more Reserve Bank rate hikes.

Caddick's widower 'shoulder-barged' elderly dog walker

Caddick's widower 'shoulder-barged' elderly dog walker

Caddick's widower 'shoulder-barged' elderly dog walker

Caddick's widower 'shoulder-barged' elderly dog walker

Missing fraudster Melissa Caddick's hair-stylist husband has denied an allegation he knocked over a 73-year-old woman during an evening coastal park walk.

Just half of Australians feel prepared for retirement

Just half of Australians feel prepared for retirement

Just half of Australians feel prepared for retirement

Just half of Australians feel prepared for retirement

Women described themselves as less prepared for retirement than men, according to a fresh report, which also demonstrated the value of financial advice.

Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve

Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve

Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve

Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve

A cut in the fuel excise caused annual headline inflation to fall, but the underlying impulse for price pressures is still gathering steam.

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'Green fatigue' sweeps the ethical investments market

Retail money flows into funds adhering to an environmental, social and ethical investment framework have fallen sharply since peaking in 2021.

The adopted family members being dumped in hard times

Looking after a family is difficult in a financial crisis but animal welfare groups are concerned about the growing number of pets being banished altogether.

Watchdog puts bite on 'finfluencers' deceiving Gen Z

The financial services watchdog has sent warnings to social media accounts providing deceitful advice on platforms used by two thirds of young Australians.

Harvey Norman facing class action for 'misleading' ads

A retail giant is set to battle a class action lawsuit after the Federal Court ruled it misled consumers with a widespread advertising campaign.

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Credit card points schemes in firing line after tweaks

Savvy punters who have been cashing in on credit card rewards schemes might have to find a new life hack after the central bank changed the payments game.

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.

Super funds urged to improve advice to help retirees

A major superannuation research company has found just six funds including ART, Hostplus and Unisuper do a good job advising members when they retire.

Debt group sees upside in higher credit card balances

Debt collection business Credit Corp, which also owns lender Wallet Wizard, expects its profit to grow by up to 17 per cent as cost-of-living pressures bite.

Cheapest grocery prices revealed for Christmas parties

One supermarket chain has stayed on top as the best for shoppers' bucks for the festive season, ahead of a crackdown on price gouging.

Cost pressures sideline children from organised sports

Children are missing out on participating in summer sporting competitions as families struggle to afford expensive registration fees and sports equipment.

Timeline set for easing of student debt burden

Some three millions Australians carrying a student debt will enjoy a 20 per cent reduction in what they owe before Christmas.

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