Cost of Living

The Epoch Times spoke with several members of the community to hear their thoughts.

Rent growth eases slightly, but affordability pressures persist as capital city rates stay elevated and regional markets show mixed movement.

The election will be held on May 3, but 7 million Australians have already voted.

Canadian discount chain Dollarama has paid a pretty penny for The Reject Shop, with plans to open hundreds more stores across Australia.

Anglicare is arguing for tax incentives for investors to be cut, but some say the issue is more about migration.

He argued Labor had not only shown enthusiasm for responsible economic management but had built a strong track record.

NAB banker Claudia Dior mentioned that these findings go against common beliefs about how adolescents handle their finances.

Once a stronghold of the Labor Party the area is showing signs of volatility amid the ongoing inflation crisis.

The housing crunch forces new urban living norms.

The accounting industry warns that a standardised system could short-change taxpayers despite promise of simplicity.

‘Parties and candidates who are vying for votes must step up and deliver the policies that will shift the dial on the housing crisis.’

Dutton was campaigning with his son, who is currently saving for a house.

Peter Dutton says he will restore the ‘dream of home ownership.’

The Coalition campaign launch will be held in Sydney on April 13. Labor will launch an official campaign in Perth.

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the Coalition, if elected, will keep standards for low emission vehicles in place, but won’t enforce penalties.

‘Bans and other actions aimed at stopping or reducing forestry in Australia only shift this activity to areas of the world,’ the Coalition said.

Meanwhile, the Australian Treasury said China’s impact will be ’significant.’

Australia has recorded 29,000 small business closures in three years.

Michael Sukkar said research shows nearly 40 percent of first-home buyers fail to secure finance due to serviceability buffers.

RBA holds rates steady, citing inflation risks, global uncertainty, and tight labour markets despite easing price pressures and recovering demand.