Consumer

An urgent recall has been issued for potentially hazardous table lamps sold at Panda Mart, a new discount store located in Cranbourne, south-east Melbourne. The warning was released by Energy …

Australian households are bracing for increased electricity costs in the coming months, further intensifying the current cost-of-living crisis. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) announced a draft decision that will raise …

Australian households are experiencing newfound financial confidence, marking a significant turnaround after an extended period of economic struggle. In March, consumer sentiment rose by 4 per cent, bringing the index …

Shoppers in Melbourne’s south-east have been advised to refrain from using products purchased from a new discount retailer, Panda Mart, due to safety concerns. Consumer Affairs Victoria issued an urgent …

In anticipation of the forthcoming Federal Election, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a proposal to freeze taxation on draught beer served in pubs. If Labour is re-elected, the biannual …

Microsoft has announced the discontinuation of Skype, the video-calling service it acquired for $8.5 billion in 2011. This decision, set to take effect in May, comes as the tech giant …

Coles Recalls Chicken and Salad Sandwich Due to Allergy Concerns Coles supermarkets across Victoria have announced a recall of the Coles Kitchen Chicken and Salad Sandwich (194g) due to potential …

An eight-storey car park in Melbourne’s CBD is set to undergo a significant transformation into an entertainment hub, comprising an array of restaurants, cafes, bars, a hotel, retail spaces, and …

Fruit and vegetable traders at the Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne have undertaken a strike for the first time in 150 years, citing financial mismanagement by the Melbourne City Council …

An outbreak of the H7N8 avian influenza strain has been confirmed at a farm in Euroa, Victoria, which is near other infected locations. This has led to significant egg shortages …