Australia tops clothing purchase rankings
Australians have become the world’s biggest per capita purchasers of clothes, according to new research released today.
The Australia Institute think tank says we have
Read more29 May 2024Economy
Cautious consumers hold back spending
Retail spending in Australia remains sluggish as cautious consumers continue to grapple with cost of living pressures.
Seasonally adjusted retail turnover data, released
Read more28 May 2024
China puts flying cars on economic agenda
China is aiming to be the first country in the world to allow flying taxis.
This follows the Chinese Government’s declaration that a “low-altitude economy” is now
Read more27 May 2024
$1000 tool boost for first-year apprentices
First-year apprentices can access $1000 to tool up for their careers.
A Queensland Government “Free Tools for First Years” program will provide $1000 cashback for
Read more27 May 2024
Finance sector riding wave of post-COVID growth
The finance sector in Queensland is working at carving out a unique identity as it enjoys significant post-COVID growth and burgeoning career opportunities.
Queensland
Read more27 May 2024
Early retirement dream abandoned for most
The dream of “early retirement” for Australians is steadily evaporating with the average expected age to finish work pushing out beyond 65.
Australian Bureau of
Read more27 May 2024
Twenty-somethings hit brakes on spending
The spending gap between age groups is widening with young people in their late twenties the most frugal and those over 60 increasing their spending.
CommBank iQ Head of
Read more26 May 2024
Nuclear option more expensive than renewables
Nuclear power is a more expensive energy option compared to renewables, according to a new CSIRO report.
The latest GenCost report also found a nuclear-powered energy
Read more22 May 2024
Floods sink Brisbane’s global status
Climate change is having an impact on Brisbane’s status among global cities ranked in the latest Global Cities Index.
Placed 27th in the world and fourth in Australia,
Read more22 May 2024
Robophobia scaring away cafe workers
Use of robots in hospitality settings is causing human workers to leave the industry due to high levels of stress and fears around their job security.
Washington State
Read more22 May 2024