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Albanese cracks down on ‘dodgy supermarket practices’, boosts ACCC with additional $30 million

"We’re taking steps to make sure they get a fair go at the checkout."

Reserve Bank of Australia to Hold Steady on Interest Rates Amid US Fed Cuts

The bank has indicated that it plans to focus on underlying price pressures rather than temporary cost-of-living relief measures

International students grapple with soaring living costs and tuition fees

An exclusive look into the lives of these students reveals their financial challenges and their demands for more equitable treatment compared to domestic students.

Australian economy struggles, weakest outside of a recession

Australians who oppose immigration might want to reflect on whether they would prefer a recession.

Australia’s 3.8% inflation rate is concerning, but not enough to trigger a interest rate rise

A rate of 3.8% is what the Reserve Bank had forecast. It is in line with market expectations, and well down on the 6% recorded this time last year.

Trudeau’s economic and migration policies blamed for historic decline in Canada’s living standards

"Weak economic growth combined with a fast-growing population over the last several years have resulted in Canadians experiencing a marked and prolonged decrease in living standards."

Are canned veggies or frozen fruit just as good as fresh produce?

Fruit and vegetables are crucial for a healthy, balanced diet, providing a range of vitamins and minerals as well as fibre.

Australians urged to have more babies

Drawing inspiration from Costello's exhortation in the 2004 budget for Australians to "have one for mum, one for dad, and one for the country," Chalmers expressed support for boosting childbirth rates.

Inflation is slowly falling while student debt is climbing

While some may see this as suggesting that the “last mile” of bringing inflation to heel might be difficult, not too much should be read into it.

Reserve Bank Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Moderating Inflation

RBA emphasised its commitment to closely monitor global economic developments, domestic demand trends, and the labor market outlook.

Must-read

Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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