Albanese Refuses To Budge On Key Trade Issues Ahead Of US Tariff Announcement
"The idea that we would weaken biosecurity laws is like cutting off your nose to spite your face. In order to defend the exports that total less than 5% of Australia's exports, you undermine our biosecurity system," Albanese told reporters in Adelaide.
Australia's Financial Watchdog Warns Crypto ATM Operators Over Inadequate Anti-Money Laundering Measures
Crypto ATMs, or kiosks, are machines that allow users to buy or sell cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin using cash or cards, often without requiring the same level of identity verification as traditional financial services.
Apple Maps' Latest Update Recognizes Indigenous Lands Across Australia And New Zealand
Apple Maps will display over 250 dual place names for cities and towns across both countries, along with the land borders of Indigenous protected areas and reserves.
Albanese Calls Opposition 'Delulu With No Solulu' In Gen Z-Inspired Jab As Tax Cuts Pass
As Australia gears up for the next election, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are set to outnumber baby boomers for the first time.
Australia's 2025 Budget: Labor Unveils Tax Cuts, Medicare Relief, And Energy Support
In his fourth budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has also introduced new measures to strengthen economic resilience and competitiveness, recognizing the growing global risks from trade wars and geopolitical tensions.
Australian Opposition's WFH Ban Sparks Heated Debate: Rising Costs, Traffic Chaos, And Gender Disadvantage
According to the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU), which represents nearly 2 million workers, one-third of all workers could face negative consequences from a blanket return-to-office policy.
Australia Faces US Trade Backlash As Tech Giants Push Trump For Retaliation
A total of 766 submissions have been made to the Trump administration's review of "unfair trade practices," with U.S. industry groups pushing for more favorable trade rules from President Donald Trump.
Major Australian Universities Hit By US Funding Cuts Amid Trump's 'America First' Policy Shift
The suspension of research grants affects six universities -- Monash University, ANU, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, University of New South Wales, and University of Western Australia.
US Pharma Lobby Targets Australia's AU$18B PBS, Urges Trump To Impose Punitive Tariffs
On March 11, a formal complaint was submitted to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, urging the Trump administration to take strong action against Australia's "damaging pricing policies."
Australians Now Need At Least AU$130K To Afford A Typical Rental Unit: Report
Even high earners are seeing housing costs eat up more than 30% of their income, particularly in major cities and many regional areas.
Australia's AU$5 Note Redesign: Honoring First Nations' Connection To The Land
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) revealed that the redesign will focus on replacing the Queen's portrait with an image that reflects Australia's history and growth, especially the strong bond First Nations peoples have with the land.
Albanese Government To Require Employers Make Superannuation Payments On Payday
The change is expected to benefit nearly nine million Australians, adding an estimated AU$7,700 to their retirement savings.
Electricity Bill Hike By AU$200 From July 1: What It Means For Your Wallet
AER chair, Clare Savage, acknowledged that it is still a challenging time for energy consumers, particularly for those affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
ASIC Sues AustralianSuper Over Delays In Processing Nearly 7,000 Claims
The regulator stated that from July 1, 2019, to Oct. 18, 2024, the fund took between four months and four years to assess these claims. In 254 cases, AustralianSuper took between 15 and 213 days just to provide the claim form.
ASX Loses AU$26 Billion On US Recession Fears Over Trump's Trade Policies
The drop came after a US stock market's sell-off on Wall Street the previous day, as investors questioned the potential economic impact of Trump's trade decisions.
Cyclone Alfred Alert: Essential Insurance Tips To Secure Your Coverage Before Landfall
"I'm confident that the insurance companies know what they need to do, I'm confident that they're putting in place the arrangements to process lots of claims," Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated.
US Government Workers With Top Security Clearances Fired By Musk's DOGE Without Exit Briefings: Report
Authorities have long warned about foreign espionage agencies, particularly from China, using social media platforms to target individuals with access to U.S. government secrets.
Australia's Gender Pay Gap: Why Women Still Earn Significantly Less Than Men
According to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, nearly three-quarters of Australian employers still pay men more than women. For the 12 months leading up to March 2024, women earned on average AU$28,425 less than their male counterparts. This means that for every dollar a man earns, a woman earns only 78 cents.
Massive Federal Workforce Shakeup: HHS, SEC And Education Dept Offer Early Retirement, Cash Buyouts
The health department also asked employees to respond to a request for information about their recent accomplishments from DOGE, changing its previous stance that allowed them to ignore the request without consequences. Employees were told to submit their responses by midnight.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Intensifies: New South Wales Faces First Storm Watch In 35 Years
The coasts of Queensland and NSW were expected to be the most affected starting Wednesday, with the most severe conditions anticipated on Friday, when Alfred was forecast to make landfall.
Australia Rejects Crypto Reserve Plan As US Moves Forward With Digital Currency Stockpile
Cryptocurrencies experienced a sharp rise in value on Monday following President Trump's announcement that five major digital currencies -- Ripple (XRP), Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), along with the well-known Bitcoin and Ethereum -- will be included in the newly created U.S. Crypto Reserve.
Zelenskyy Hopeful On US Ties After Tense Trump Talks, Gains European Support For Ukraine Peace
European leaders vowed to ramp up efforts to support Ukraine, including discussing the formation of a "coalition of the willing" to create a peace plan and present it to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Australian Employees Can Claim Compensation For Injuries: Know Your Work-From-Home Rights
The coverage extends to include injuries occurring during authorized breaks, such as lunch or short rest periods throughout the workday.
Trump Administration Calls For Program Mergers, 'Significant Reduction' In Federal Workforce
In a memo to agency heads, Budget Director Russell Vought and acting director of the Office of Personnel Management Charles Ezell described the federal government as "costly, inefficient, and deeply in debt."
Medibank Announces AU$160M Giveback As COVID-19 Relief: How Much Will You Get?
Customers holding an active hospital or extras policy with Medibank as of June 30, 2025, will qualify for the refund, which will be processed by the end of September.
Tulsi Gabbard Fires Over 100 Intelligence Officers Over Sexually Explicit Chats On NSA Tool
DNI Tulsi Gabbard ordered the termination and revocation of security clearances for the employees, condemning their actions as a breach of trust and professionalism.
Australia-US Trade Talks: Jim Chalmers Leverages AU$4 Trillion Super Fund To Avoid Trump Tariffs
Chalmers met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday morning to discuss the tariffs on steel and aluminium, as Australia sought an exemption from the 25% tariffs, which were set to take effect on March 12.
Bitcoin Drops Below AU$145K: Australians Weigh In on Trump's Influence As Markets Slide
The U.S. market, including cryptocurrencies, reacted negatively after Trump confirmed that tariffs would be imposed on Canada and Mexico, starting March 4.
Australia Hits Telegram With Nearly AU$1M Fine For Delayed Response To Child Abuse, Terrorism Concerns
The fine was issued for Telegram's delayed response to questions regarding its measures to combat child abuse material and terrorism on its platform. If Telegram fails to comply with the fine, the eSafety Commissioner may pursue additional legal actions, including seeking civil penalties in federal court.
Social Media Age Checks: 80% Of Australian Kids Under 13 Bypass Restrictions, Report Finds
For children under 13, signing up for an account on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snap is a straightforward process that only requires them to declare their age. With no further age-checking tools, the children are able to bypass the age limits.