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This Easter, shoppers should brace for higher prices on festive treats, with recent data from Compare the Market indicating an average increase of around 10 per cent compared to 2024. …

Peter Dutton, the Opposition Leader, is set to announce a significant pledge during the Coalition’s budget reply speech, promising to cut the fuel excise by 50%. This reduction will lower …

The federal government has committed to reducing medicine prices if it secures re-election, with the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) under scrutiny from US lobby groups. The Albanese government asserts that …

A survey by Finder of over 1,000 Australians highlights that 10% of respondents, or around two million people nationwide, have lied about their income. Among those who deceived others, nearly …

Recent research has revealed alarming financial challenges among Australians, with nearly one in five having less than $100 in their savings. A study by Compare the Market found that 18.7% …

A prominent farmers’ organisation has challenged supermarkets, questioning why prices for fruits and vegetables have not decreased in line with the recent fall in inflation. The Australian Bureau of Statistics …

A Sydney council has come under criticism after it narrowly approved a significant rate rise of nearly 40 per cent during a contentious meeting. The Northern Beaches council’s decision for …

A prominent economist is urging Parliament to enact the federal government’s proposed tax reforms on superannuation, described as “essential changes.” The government aims to increase the tax on superannuation balances …

In Australia, many parents are feeling overwhelmed by the rising costs of education, with a recent study indicating that families spend a staggering $23.5 billion annually on educational expenses. Research …

New research indicates that Australians could potentially generate nearly $1 billion by selling unwanted gifts this festive season. An average of two unwanted gifts per person was reported by eBay …