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Google forced to move 'mystery' barge
GOOGLE has been told to move their 'mystery barge' out of San Francisco Bay after a commission found their permits weren't in order. More Business Technology news
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RBA leaves cash rate on hold
THE Reserve Bank has left interest rates unchanged at 2.5 per cent. more interest rate news
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What really happens to your rubbish?
DENIM into dollars and iPhones into 'woodchippers.' Here's the surprising truth about the things you dump and the $500 billion rubbish industry. more business news
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Aussie market opens sharply lower
THE Australian share market has opened more than one per cent lower after Wall Street fell more than 300 points overnight.
'Time is short' for US debt ceiling
NOT this again. The US government is set to face a second debt ceiling crisis with temporary measures due to expire at the end of the week.
Yellen sworn in as Fed chair
JANET Yellen has officially taken the reins as chair of the world's biggest economy, ready to begin the delicate task of unwinding economic stimulus.
ASX200 - Top Gainers & Losers at 04:35PM
| Code | Name | Price | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTY | Country Road Li.. | 700.0 | 44.9275% |
| SRQ | Straits Resourc.. | 0.7 | 16.6667% |
| DTE | Dart Energy Lim.. | 12.0 | -14.2857% |
| MRP | Macphersons Res.. | 15.0 | -11.7647% |
Google forced to move 'mystery' barge
GOOGLE has been told to move their 'mystery barge' out of San Francisco Bay after a commission found their permits weren't in order.
What really happens to your rubbish?
DENIM into dollars and iPhones into 'woodchippers.' Here's the surprising truth about the things you dump and the $500 billion rubbish industry.
Then and now: 'The Facebook' turns 10
IN 10 years Facebook has gone from a college project to a company worth $US151 billion with lawsuits, movies, backlashes and the rest. See how it all started.
European hunt is on for zombie banks
IN EUROPE, the zombie hunt is on. Not for undead humans, that is, but zombie banks - the walking dead among lenders.
What would happen if Myer and DJs merged?
IT WAS an earth-shattering idea: What if the two behemoths of the retail industry became one? Here's what it would mean for you.
SPC decision shows PM's credentials
PRIME Minister Tony Abbott understands that a job in an unprofitable company is a job already lost, writes Jessica Irvine.
10 things that are killing your career
BEING cool, too happy or looking important aren't the fastest ways to a corner office. Here's how to avoid the seemingly innocent things that are setting you back.
How to cope with burnout
WE'RE only one month into the year and already everyone is feeling burnt out. How can we change the go-go-go culture of the workplace?
Is this the worst job offer ever?
NO MATTER how hard up you are, some things you just won't do. One millionaire learned this the hard way when he offered his ex-wife an unusual job.
The most stressful jobs in the world
WHILE all jobs come with their own level of stress, research shows some have more than others. Where does yours sit?
How do our winter Olympians actually earn money?
SPORTS in the Winter Olympics don't always guarantee lucrative sponsorship deals for their athletes. In fact, many members of our Sochi team have to work regular jobs.
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Suckers for chocolate: No votes, no cash
A CADBURY election campaign indulgence has come back to bite the Coalition Government's attempts to put Australians on a spending diet.
'The age of entitlement is over'
TREASURER Joe Hockey has warned Australians the age of personal responsibility has begun and it's time "everyone do the heavy lifting''.
Approvals down but still strong
WHILE building approvals dropped in almost every state of Australia in December, last year was still a strong one for housing construction
Steady rates good for property
THE property industry has tipped further improvements in the housing market following a decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia not to change interest rates today
Start with basics to snare a deal
YOU may still find a buyer if you set the pricing wrong, don't tidy up and make no effort at marketing but you're unlikely to get top dollar without following these tips
Property values on the rise
HOUSING values are continuing their upward climb with the latest figures revealing a strong start to the year and values now higher than their previous 2010 peak
Is this a ghost caught on CCTV?
STRANGE breakages and bumps in this night have rattled the owners of this Sydney Hotel and CCTV footage is raising more questions than answers. Take a look.
How to retire before you're 65
WANT to retire before you're 65? Or consolidate multiple loans when you're a credit liability? Financial guru Noel Whittaker answers your questions.
Teaching kids the value of a dollar
MOTIVATING children to learn and care about money seems to be getting tougher in our modern world.
What makes the sharemarket tick?
UNDERSTANDING what makes the sharemarket tick is vital for investors. Here's everything you need to know to protect yourself and your portfolio.
Marketing key for small business success
MARKETING is vital for small business so it's important to get the most bang for your buck, writes Nhada Larkin
Which online businesses are set to boom?
THERE's a lot of money to be made in setting up your own online store with some categories more lucrative than others. Where will your cash cow lie?
SPC Ardmona assistance rejected
THE Federal Government has announced it will not give struggling food processor SPC Ardmona an assistance package.
Make your business idea successful
CREATING a new business is a difficult process, Nhada Larkin has some tips to make it work
Why property is the best investment
LESLEY Ratz is a self-employed Lorraine Lea Linen area manager from Brisbane. Here she talks about her best investment.
Tips to give women a super lift
WOMEN often end up trailing men when it comes to super. Now the ATO offers up five easy tips to improve your nest egg.
Super time to review insurance
CHANGES to superannuation rules make now a good time to have a look at your insurance cover within super.
Super funds recoup GFC losses
RETIREMENT funds had their best year in two decades last year, and are now tracking well above their pre-GFC highs, according to new industry analysis.
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Then and now: 'The Facebook' turns 10
IN 10 years Facebook has gone from a college project to a company worth $US151 billion with lawsuits, movies, backlashes and the rest. See how it all started. More Business Technology news
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