‘Finfluencers’ the new sharks at tax time
The rise of ‘finfluencers’ has promoted a warning from Australia’s accountants as tax time looms.
CPA Australia is urging tax payers to beware of online financial
Read more13 May 2025Finances
Business turnover figures maintain momentum
Business turnover continued its upward trend in March, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data.
ABS Head of Business Statistics Robert Ewing
Read more9 May 2025
Fake products close in on $750 billion in sales
The global trade in fake good is approaching $750 billion each year, with a new OECD report providing fresh insights into the illegal activity.
OECD Secretary-General
Read more8 May 2025
Living cost increases hit every household type
All Australian households experienced increases in the cost of living last quarter, with welfare recipients the hardest hit.
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics
Read more7 May 2025
Finance stars converge for Queensland summit
A raft of leading finance executives will share their insights at this year’s Queensland Finance Summit.
Hosted by the Queensland Futures Institute (QFI), the summit,
Read more7 May 2025
Millions opt out of Mother’s Day celebration
Almost three million fewer Australians are expected to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, compared to last year.
A survey by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA)
Read more7 May 2025
Household spending and building approvals take a hit
Both household spending and housing approvals fell in March.
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data shows household spending fell 0.3 percent, while the
Read more6 May 2025
Cyclone Alfred gives then takes away in retail figures
Queensland residents stockpiling in the lead-up to Tropical Cyclone Alfred was not enough to prevent a drop in retail turnover in the State in March.
The latest
Read more2 May 2025
Time to wake up to $75 billion sleep problem
The annual economic impact of sleep-related health issues in Australia is growing, soaring past $75 billion.
A new report, led by Flinders University, revealed that
Read more1 May 2025
Inflation drops despite Brisbane-based power spike
Australia recorded its lowest annual inflation rate since late 2021, despite a large quarterly rise.
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Head of Prices Statistics
Read more30 April 2025