Nepal lifts social media ban after 19 killed in protest
Nepal’s government has lifted a ban on social media platforms a day after violent street protests that left at least 19 people dead. Platforms including Facebook, X and YouTube were…
Banks back scrapping card surcharges for consumers
Australian banks strongly support banning debit and credit card surcharges but want the Reserve Bank to rethink its proposed cap on the fees merchants pay card issuers. The RBA in…
Law to help renters escape domestic violence lease trap
Renters will face fewer hurdles to flee abusive relationships under tenancy changes to help people in dangerous living situations. NSW is expanding its existing provisions for leases to be terminated…
‘Unhinged’: 4500 jobs to be slashed in bank restructure
Thousands of jobs will be slashed in a major bank restructure, sparking criticism of the “unhinged” decision. ANZ announced on Tuesday that 3500 staff and 1000 contractors would be laid…
Vanuatu pact fate uncertain as PM lands in Pacific
Anthony Albanese has arrived in Vanuatu for crucial talks on a long-awaited security and economic agreement with the Pacific nation. A guard of honour greeted the prime minister on Tuesday…
Consumer confidence dips as households slowly recover
Australian households are feeling slightly less optimistic about the economy after reeling in their expectations for further interest rate cuts. The Westpac-Melbourne Institute consumer sentiment index fell 3.1 per cent…
‘Sovereign citizens’, far-right a threat to nation: PM
Sovereign citizens and the far right pose a serious threat to Australia’s social unity, the nation’s leader warns after the funerals of two police officers whose accused killer remains on…
Aged care “free market” where a home care package deal masks a crisis
The Labor Government continues to prevaricate on actioning the recommendations from the Aged Care Royal Commission. Aged care advocate Sarah Russell reports. Last week, the Labor Government announced the immediate…
Future Fund eclipses $250b after bumper return
Australia’s Future Fund has smashed its investment target, delivering a 12.2 per cent return to send the nation’s sovereign wealth fund above $250 billion for the first time. The bumper…
Big four bank to lay off thousands in restructure
One of Australia’s largest banks will lay off thousands of employees over the next 12 months under a major restructure. ANZ has announced 3500 staff and 1000 contractors will be…