UK records strong growth but Iran war casts shadow
Britain’s economy grew unexpectedly in March to cap another strong first quarter, suggesting it was in better shape as the Iran war escalated than many feared, though economists say seasonal…
Unions ramp up minimum wage rise demands as costs soar
Unions have lifted their minimum wage demands to six per cent after the federal budget warned inflation would hit five per cent by the middle of the year. The Australian…
Taylor faces ‘strategic error’ in seizing on migration
Presenting Australians with a plan to crack down on migration would prove a “strategic error” for Opposition Leader Angus Taylor who faces a growing challenge from One Nation. Mr Taylor…
Middle ring could be ‘hollowed out’ by tax overhaul
Rental supplies in the middle ring of Australian capital cities could be hollowed out by changes to investor tax concessions in the federal budget. Real estate agents expect investor interest…
Global glut hits grain handler as farmers hold back
A global oversupply of grain has compressed margins for a leading Australian agribusiness and food processor, putting a dent in its interim earnings. GrainCorp on Thursday reported a $5 million…
NSW antisemitism hearings drowned in the Bondi Royal Commission
The NSW Parliament’s antisemitism report was folded into the Bondi Royal Commission, missing the airing of contesting views and rigorous questioning. Stephen Lawrence MLC writes. Throughout 2025, I served on…
ASX steadies, Coles drops after dodgy discounts ruling
Mining giant BHP has extended its record-breaking run, while Coles shares have buckled under the weight of a landmark court decision as the local bourse heads towards a fifth straight…
‘Disgusting’: Hearts see off Falkirk but McInnes fumes as late Celtic penalty tilts title race
Hearts players and supporters had this much in common; they did not have a clue how to act or react. For eight minutes, with this game already at an end,…
Should Liverpool stick with Arne Slot or is it time for a change?
Slot won the league in his first season but Liverpool’s title defence has been disappointing. Should he stay or go? By Opta Analyst The rare sound of boos rang out…
Foden inspires Manchester City’s win against Crystal Palace to close gap at top
No Erling Haaland, no Rayan Cherki and no Jérémy Doku from the start. The result: a canter to victory against Crystal Palace that takes Manchester City back to within two…