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Is Karl Stefanovic set to sell family home?
DRONES spotted taking photos of the Today host’s family home spark speculation the couple is set to sell after shock split.
Why we should smile at Chinese tourists
THERE’S been a massive boom in Chinese tourists travelling to Australia, it’s just one of the ways we are benefiting from China’s rise.
Property prices spark renovation craze
THEY can’t afford to upgrade to a new property, so homeowners are rolling up their sleeves.
Truth about overseas buyers
PROPERTY buyers from overseas backgrounds should be treated differently from locals, a new study claims. But the reason is not what you might think.
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Dollar slips on US rate rise hopes
THE Australian dollar has slipped amid renewed hopes of a US rate rise before Christmas.
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SYRIAN refugee children have been working in factories in Turkey making clothes for ASOS, an investigation has found.
Australian market set to open flat
THE Australian market looks set to open flat, despite the S&P 500 hitting a two- week high on the back of strong earnings.
Australian Market Data at 07:50PM
Index / Security | Price | Change | Percent |
---|---|---|---|
All Ords | 5523.3 | +34.20 | + 0.62% |
S&P;/ASX 50 | 5409.0 | +34.10 | + 0.63% |
ASX200 | 5442.8 | +34.30 | + 0.63% |
S&P;/ASX 300 | 5406.8 | +33.20 | + 0.62% |
S&P;/ASX MidCap | 5650.1 | +40.60 | + 0.72% |
S&P;/ASX Small Orders | 2396.0 | +9.00 | + 0.38% |
S&P;/ASX 20 | 3129.2 | +19.00 | + 0.61% |
S&P;/ASX 100 | 4497.4 | +28.90 | + 0.65% |
Why we should smile at Chinese tourists
THERE’S been a massive boom in Chinese tourists travelling to Australia, it’s just one of the ways we are benefiting from China’s rise.
Gumtree slammed for Nazi trade
GUMTREE has been slammed for selling Nazi memorabilia including Hitler Youth badges, swastikas and swords, with some fetching up to $2000.
Transgender teen’s ‘female ID’ rejected
A TRANSGENDER teen was refused service trying to buy tobacco with his “female ID”. The supermarket said he “appeared different” to his photo.
Bank cuts off widow in bizarre act
AFTER Deb Hallyburton left her husband’s funeral, she found herself locked out of their accounts because of a rogue employee.
Airbnb facing its biggest test yet
AIRBNB, the online lodging service now worth $39 billion, is facing legal challenges that could drastically reduce listings in some of its biggest markets.
$386 million bid puts pressure on Gina
AUSTRALIA’S richest woman Gina Rinehart has been outbid by $21 million for an empire she really wants to get her hands on.
‘He was getting laid like crazy’
A PROMINENT writer has made shocking new claims about what went on at Donald Trump’s lavish parties in the 1990s. Almost nothing was off-limits.
Calculator to find out if you have been underpaid
IT’S the thought that goes through everyone’s head — are you being paid enough for the hours you put in? Now there’s a calculator to test how fair your wage is.
Are bank clerks about to get sexier?
CHIC designer Carla Zampatti unveils new 2017 collection - plus a fresh corporate wardrobe look for Westpac employees.
‘Sure she’s never been grabbed before’
DONALD Trump has publicly responded to an adult film performer who alleged he offered her $US10,000 to come to his private suite.
Truth about overseas buyers
PROPERTY buyers from overseas backgrounds should be treated differently from locals, a new study claims. But the reason is not what you might think.
The most over budget road in Australia
THE final cost for this highway was five times its original budget. It’s just one of a slew of projects costing taxpayers more than $28bn.
Watch your back NSW, they’re coming for you
NEW South Wales may has been named Australia’s best-performing state, but it’s not all good news. The crown could soon pass to its biggest rival.
Is Karl Stefanovic set to sell family home?
DRONES spotted taking photos of the Today host’s family home spark speculation the couple is set to sell after shock split.
Property prices spark renovation craze
THEY can’t afford to upgrade to a new property, so homeowners are rolling up their sleeves.
Home renovation frenzy
HOMEOWNERS who can’t afford to upgrade to a new property because of growing property prices are sparking a renovation frenzy.
The Qld suburbs where rents are set to fall
FEAR not if you don’t have a rung on the property ladder yet, it’s a great time to be a tenant. Vacancy rates are at a record high, so rents are likely to fall – as long as you’re in one of these suburbs. FULL LIST
House gets a ridiculous new neighbour
A NEW apartment complex has been built next to a single-level brick semi, in what is every homeowner’s nightmare.
Final countdown to avoid a tax hit
TAX returns must be lodged a week from today. But fear not— lodging is now easier than ever.
New warning for festival fans
BIG Day Out, Soundwave, Stereosonic. As summer season approaches, here’s how to make sure you don’t get burned if the festival falls through.
Money really doesn’t buy happiness
HAPPINESS, not money, is now viewed as the greatest measure of success by Australians, new research has revealed.
No happy endings on ‘Uber of massage’
A NEW start-up describing itself as the “Uber of massage” wants to give massage therapists a happy ending — by tidying up a “dodgy” industry.
College in court over $360m ‘scam’
A TRAINING college shut down over allegations it ripped off students could be forced to repay hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars.
Should bosses pay for work drinks?
STINGY bean counters are putting end-of-year shenanigans at risk by refusing to fork out for work drinks. But experts say it could be their loss.
‘I turned $5k into $3.3 million’
IT’S HARD not to hate Iyia Liu. The 23-year-old is set for life after making herself rich selling an obscure product.
From living in this castle to totally broke
BETH lived in a castle, and had staff on call at all hours. That all changed when she lost her business, but she says it’s the best thing that ever happened.
Can you afford to live to 1000?
ONE of the biggest fears of older Australians is running out of money before they die, but they should spare a thought for younger generations.
No super hope for first-home buyers
THE Australian Taxation Office has responded to claims it plans on relaxing super rules. And it isn’t music to your ears.
The holy grail of property buying
PEOPLE who are struggling to buy a home now have some more hope, with the holy grail of property one step closer.