The newly launched Alert SA app is now operational, designed to keep users informed about various weather emergencies across South Australia, including fires, floods, severe storms, and hazardous materials incidents. …
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Government Unveils List of Apps Subject to Social Media Ban for Under-16s and Those That Are Exempt
by adminThe definition of “social media” has caused some confusion regarding the recent legislation aimed at restricting access for users under 16, alongside significant penalties for non-compliance. The government has made …
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Westpac has revised its forecast for the first cash rate cut, now expecting it in May 2025 instead of February. This update aligns with NAB’s recent predictions. In a positive …
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Controversial US YouTuber “IShowSpeed,” whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr, is launching his first tour in Australia with a live-stream event scheduled for 10 am AEDT today. Recently, he …
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Australians Are Feeling the Pinch: Increased Income Required to Cover Rent and Mortgage Payments
by adminA recent report from ANZ and CoreLogic highlights the escalating financial burden Australians face regarding housing costs. On average, households earning around $101,000 are now dedicating an unprecedented 33% of …
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The Reserve Bank of Australia’s decisions on cash rates significantly affect the 3.2 million Australians with home mortgages and influence the broader economy. Key factors governing these decisions include inflation …
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Businesses to be Required to Accept Cash for Essential Services Under New Government Proposal
by adminThe Albanese government intends to require businesses to accept cash for essential purchases from 2026 as part of its strategy to phase out cheques. This move aims to support Australians …
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NAB has announced a pre-Christmas reduction in its basic variable home loan rate, targeting new mortgage customers despite the Reserve Bank’s interest rates potentially remaining steady for months. The bank …
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Australia’s unemployment rate holds steady at 4.1 per cent for the third consecutive month, aligning with economists’ forecasts, although subtle signs of market weakness have emerged. Recent Australian Bureau of …
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Australian consumers have recently displayed a modest uptick in spending, with a 0.8 per cent increase reported in October, as revealed by the Commonwealth Bank’s Household Spending Insights (HSI) index. …