NAB warns tax cuts won’t deliver much economic boost
National Australia Bank modelling has cast doubt on the belief the tax refunds that will soon start flowing into taxpayers’ bank accounts will stimulate the economy in a meaningful way.…
Donald Trump salutes ‘American freedom’ as rain falls on controversial Fourth of July parade
Donald Trump become the first president in nearly seven decades to address a Fourth of July parade in Washington DC, in an event criticised by opponents as a waste of…
Nick Kyrgios out of Wimbledon after epic against Rafael Nadal as Ash Barty calmly rolls on
In the wee small hours, long after those most likely to have their tennis-loving senses offended had finished their Bovril and shortbreads and turned in, Nick Kyrgios again produced the…
ATO eyeing tax return claims for cars, travel, mobile phones, internet and rental deductions
Unsubstantiated or higher-than-expected tax deductions relating to cars, travel, clothing, mobile phone and internet use, and rental properties are among the top claims the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will be…
What you need to know before building a granny flat
More than half a million homeowners across the eastern seaboard could build a granny flat if they wanted to, a recent CoreLogic report revealed. And there are plenty of reasons…
Lincoln Lewis catfish appeal set for 2020
The catfish stalker convicted of using a soap star’s profile to harass and stalk women online will remain free on bail until her appeal is heard in October 2020. Lydia…
PM needs to placate Trump’s ego to end US-China trade war
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has used his first foreign policy speech to call for calm between China and the US. Now his real challenge lies ahead: Talking Donald Trump out…
Federal Court imposes $2.3 million penalty on Birubi Art for selling fake Aboriginal art
A company has been handed a $2.3 million fine by the Federal Court for selling thousands of pieces of fake Aboriginal art. The court found Birubi Art breached Australian consumer…
The common theme in triumphant Aussie trio’s success
One wanted a hug. Another thirsted for a beer. A third wept tears of joy. A triumphant trio of Australian women reacted with a common theme after delivering an unheralded…
Mobile phones to be banned in Victorian state schools from ‘first to last bell’
A ban on mobile phone use in Victorian public schools aimed at curbing distraction and cyberbullying has divided opinion among teachers and students. Education Minister James Merlino said the ban,…