Despite recent positive trends in Australia’s inflation and the anticipated interest rate cuts, consumer sentiment remains disheartening. The Westpac consumer confidence index has recorded a slight rise to 92, yet …
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Big Four Bank Moves Early on Fixed-Term Interest Rate Cut, Ahead of RBA’s Official Announcement
by adminANZ has taken proactive measures by reducing its fixed interest rates, just 11 days prior to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s upcoming cash rate decision. The bank’s latest announcement reveals …
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Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) indicates an increase in living costs for households across Australia during the March 2025 quarter. The rise in costs ranged from …
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Disappearing Act: Supermarkets Ditching Tactics That Save Shoppers $315 Annually at the Checkout
by adminAustralian consumers are significantly reducing their grocery expenses, saving an average of $315 annually by purchasing fresh food items nearing their expiration dates. A recent ING survey indicates that 86% …
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Macquarie Bank Under Intense ASIC Scrutiny for ‘Disappointing’ Inaction on Suspicious Trading
by adminMacquarie Bank, one of Australia’s major financial institutions, has come under scrutiny from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), which has imposed licence conditions due to various compliance breaches. …
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has highlighted some of the most absurd claims people made for tax deductions last year, demonstrating a widespread misunderstanding of what constitutes a legitimate work-related …
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Woolworths has announced that, starting from June 1, it will discontinue offering double Everyday Rewards points for its Delivery Unlimited customers. This adjustment aims to streamline the Delivery Unlimited programme, …
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A recent Finder report has revealed compelling insights about salary negotiations among Australians. It shows that around 20% of Australians, equivalent to about 2.8 million individuals, asked for a pay …
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NAB Anticipates Major Interest Rate Reductions Ahead, Offering Hope to Home Loan Borrowers
by adminIn a promising update for homeowners, National Australia Bank (NAB) has forecasted multiple interest rate cuts in the coming months. Sally Auld, the bank’s chief economist, indicated that the Reserve …
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A man from Epping, Sydney, is overjoyed after winning a substantial $2.4 million in the recent Saturday Lotto draw. With dreams of purchasing his family’s first home now within reach, …