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Consumer confidence hits decade low

Consumer confidence has hit a decade low, with households pessimistic about their financial conditions over the next 12 months, and their economic conditions over the
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Grocery habits expose generational divide

New research has uncovered a vast generational divide in shopping habits, with young people far more likely to make spontaneous purchases. The Vypr report, titled Six
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Ed Sheeran to “pop up” in Australian retail centres

Music superstar Ed Sheeran will make a temporary foray into the Australian retail scene during his national tour later this month. The singer today announced pop-up
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Mixed views emerge on the importance of buying local

By Susan Luckman and Michelle Phillipov We have now passed the annual Australia Day peak of calls urging us to “buy Australian” – especially lamb. The iconic
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Valentine’s Day gift ideas for all budgets and tastes

By Susan Schwartz Ahhh Valentine’s Day – the day for lovers and also for the loved-up confused. Do you buy your beloved something? Or have you got an agreement
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How to save your disintegrating swimwear

There is nothing more annoying than your favourite swimsuit starting to disintegrate after a few months. To help you add more life to your beach and pool wear, RMIT
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Online marketplaces fail button battery safety test

The vast majority of a random selection of toys purchased from popular online marketplaces have failed safety tests. CHOICE Director of Campaigns Rosie Thomas said 24
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Seaweed and beer the essence of friendship

South-east Queensland seaweed has been used to produce a “friendship” beer strengthening ties between the City of Moreton Bay and the Japanese city of
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Albert Street re-opening begins in December

The Queen Street Mall expansion down Brisbane’s Albert Street will beginning opening next month. Brisbane City Council Planning Chair Adam Allan said the major
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Business red tape a $15 billion handbrake

Queensland businesses are tipped to spend more than $15 billion on red tape this year. Business Chamber Queensland’s latest Efficient Regulation Report shows the
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