A major pay rise for nurses and midwives in New South Wales is set to cost the state government billions, following a landmark court decision that could reshape public sector wages across Australia.

The ruling comes after a prolonged pay dispute between healthcare workers and the NSW Government, delivering a significant win for tens of thousands of...

Australia is facing increasing pressure to address the ongoing cost of living crisis, and a coalition of welfare organisations is calling for bold tax reforms. More than 50 community groups, including Australian Council of Social Service and Oxfam Australia, have urged the Albanese government to introduce a 25 percent tax on exported gas.

The proposal is part of a ...

Australia’s share market ended Friday on a cautious note, with the ASX 200 closing slightly lower despite a powerful surge in technology stocks.

The benchmark index slipped by 8.10 points, or 0.09 per cent, to finish at 8,946.90. Meanwhile, the broader All Ordinaries also edged down, losing 5 points or 0.05 per cent to settle at 9,168.60.

Mixed Market Perfor...

Australia has announced a four-month extension allowing higher sulphur levels in petrol, a temporary measure introduced to manage fuel shortages during the recent global energy disruption.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed the extension will now remain in place until the end of September 2026. The decision comes as global supply conditions begin to stabilise fo...

Seedlab Australia has welcomed a new cohort of founders into Bootcamp 13, with the latest intake highlighting a clear shift in FMCG: products are no longer designed for individuals, but for the complexity of the modern family household.

From lunchbox-friendly nutrition to mul...