A significant number of Australians are unprepared for financial emergencies, with almost 7.9 million people lacking enough savings to cover three months’ worth of essential living expenses. A recent Finder …
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The Reject Shop, a popular discount retail chain in Australia, is poised for a significant transformation following its acquisition by Canadian budget retailer Dollarama for $233.6 million. This purchase encompasses …
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Australians stand to save an estimated $1.2 billion annually on shopping expenditures through a new recommendation from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). This initiative could see the end of …
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A substantial reduction in interest rates is anticipated today as the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) gears up to announce its decision regarding the national cash rate. Following meetings scheduled …
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A prominent Australian accounting organisation, CPA Australia, has proposed the possibility of increasing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as discussions arise around the tax system reform in the country. …
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Starting July 1, nearly 10 million Australians will benefit from an automatic increase in their superannuation, as the superannuation guarantee rate rises from 11.5% to 12%. This change, noted by …
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Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Australia’s Food System: The World’s Most Expensive Per Capita, According to CSIRO
by adminAustralia’s food system, valued at around $800 billion, carries significant “hidden costs” potentially amounting to $274 billion, making it one of the highest per capita figures globally. This alarming data …
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Over a quarter of a billion dollars in Medicare refunds is currently unclaimed in Australia, with eligible individuals encouraged to retrieve their owed amounts. Services Australia estimates that over $260 …
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Australia’s most economical state has been identified, with recent analysis from Compare the Market highlighting a growing trend among consumers turning away from brand-name products. Leading the way is Victoria, …
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Woolworths CEO Amanda Bardwell has announced a significant initiative aimed at reducing prices for shoppers, vowing to lower on-shelf prices for “hundreds” of products starting this week. The supermarket chain …