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The ABC of free TV: Canberra's favourite shows of 2016 revealed
Sporting, cooking and renovating contests dominated free-to-air TV ratings in Canberra in 2016. But Aunty was the overall victor.
Investors brace for oil selloff should OPEC deal fail
"Hot money" is set to flow out of the energy sector if the OPEC cartel fail to reach a production cap agreement.
Andrew cancelled gym membership five times before direct debit stopped
The warning follows numerous complaints relating to misleading and deceptive conduct, unfair contract terms and unapproved charges.
Thrifty slugs man with late fee after West Gate traffic chaos
A Melbourne man claims Thrifty slapped him with a late fee after he became stuck in Monday morning's traffic chaos while attempting to return a hired van.
China turns to 'The Art of War' as Trump signals trade battle
There's a Chinese saying that stems from Sun Tzu's ancient text The Art of War: You can kill 1,000 enemies, but you would also lose 800 soldiers.
Norfolk wants a fibre-to-the-island connection
Stuck with a 2G mobile network and slow internet speeds, a group of Norfolk Islanders are agitating to get the ultimate technology boost: fibre-to-the-island.
'Extremely unfortunate' public servants right to feel aggrieved, says boss. -
ACCC boss's admissions come as public service disputes spill over into submarine builder.
Fresh wave of strikes to hit Centrelink, Medicare
Union pledges four days of disruption in December.
'They're robbing you already': backpackers lament new tax
British 28-year-old Chloe Pincho is pretty clear about the impact of backpackers paying more tax.
ASIC bans former Westpac financial planner
A former Westpac financial planner has been banned from providing financial advice for eight years after an investigation found he gave clients inappropriate advice, costing the bank $1.1 million.
Why no consumer will be paying 884pc interest any more
New laws will be introduced to stop dodgy companies ripping off the poorest Australians.
ASX falls ahead of OPEC meeting
The ASX fell almost 1 per cent as investors ignored climbing metals prices and instead sold energy stocks after oil dropped sharply.
From birdseed loaf to a pulled pork rort, site swaps cheap, cheap tips
For 10 years, the OzBargain site has been drawing the value-conscious together to share deals and money-saving ideas.
Alarm bells on a credit card Christmas
You won't believe how much you are spending on presents this year.
Markets Live: ASX slips on oil
Shares fall in a cautious start to the week as a sharp fall in the oil price weighs on energy stocks, while Metcash jumps on results.
Win the election, buy some wheels. Seriously
Coalition voters spent up big on cars after Tony Abbott's 2013 win.
Unreality TV: The spin on yearly television ratings
The scorecard has been released for the annual ratings battle, and there are no real winners.
Metcash says no news on Amazon
US retail giant Amazon has yet to contact Metcash about its mooted launch in Australia, as the wholesaler declares the past six months as the most competitive the country's $90 billion grocery sector has ever seen.
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Trusting our politicians
Mike Baird has played a key role in making NSW Australia's top performing state, but now it looks like cheap politics is getting in the way of sound economics. Michael Pascoe comments.
Coalition escapes, but vote could be challenged
Coalition carries workplace vote, just, but result could be challenged.
People trust the policies of politicians they trust
Mike Baird's weakened position won't matter for the NSW economy right away, but it will down the track.
Venezuela's currency is so devalued it no longer fits in wallets
Some ATMs now need to be filled every three hours, since the machines can hold only so much cash.
Telstra failing to plug earnings hole with myriad investments
The ability of telecoms company Telstra Corporation to offset the fall in its traditional revenue streams by diversifying into a range of technology and other businesses is in doubt.
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Can ASIC deliver?
It will take time and much more than speeches by the Chairman to build ASICâs credibility as a regulator with the will and the fists to go in hard and early on the shonks. Michael Pascoe comments.
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Beware MYEFO myopia
Guesstimates are rolling in about whether this yearâs budget deficit forecast has blown out on low wages growth or is holding on thanks to higher commodity prices. Michael Pascoe comments.
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China's coal revival
At the centre of China's fluctuating coal prices is Yanzhou Coal Mining's Dongtan mine. The Financial Review's Lisa Murray was lucky enough to be given a tour.
Aldi still undecided on tax transparency code
German discount supermarket Aldi is still making up its mind on whether to join a code has led to more big businesses, particularly multinationals, releasing information about the tax they pay.
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Will OPEC announce much-anticipated production cuts?
All eyes fall on OPEC to announce broad agreement on the levels of output for each member nation, with oil and ASX 200 energy sector expected to take centre stage. (This video was produced in commercial partnership between Fairfax Media and IG Markets)
8@eight: ASX eyes new highs ahead of annual purple patch
The local share market will open the week on a modest positive after copper gained 2.5 per cent on Friday.
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'It's like putting up the middle finger to other companies'
These company founders are not regretting they left Australia for New Zealand.
Five ways to affordably create the perfect office
If you're an entrepreneur setting up your business, these tips will be invaluable.