Same-sex marriage bill clears Senate
Gay marriage has one final hurdle to jump to become law after senators passed a private members bill allowing same-sex couples to wed by 43 votes to 12.
Gay marriage has one final hurdle to jump to become law after senators passed a private members bill allowing same-sex couples to wed by 43 votes to 12.
Low wages growth is not going away any time soon and is driving the natural rate of unemployment lower: that's great news for young jobseekers.
Bill Shorten has put Sam Dastyari on notice after the government accused the ALP Senator of acting against the national interest.
Bitcoin's hyper-frenzy saw exchanges pummelled with trading volumes on Wednesday as Bitcoin surged above $US10,000 for the first time.
Office tower values have hit an unsustainable high, giving listed landlords opportunity for a $5 billion sell-down, says JPMorgan.
Shares are climbing today, with gains from the banking sector shoring up the index. Bitcoin tops $10,000 for the first time.
A survey by the investor relations industry says proxy advisers are prone to factual inaccuracies and should be more tightly regulated. Proxy advisers say the survey is a "slur".
ANZ has sacked an offshore banker for sexual harassment and reminded staff that illegal activity in their private lives can put their jobs at risk.
CBA is set to launch a major overhaul of its lending policies in a bid to "ensure the long-term sustainability of the property market".
Investing would be so much easier if the auditors of publicly listed companies were able to reveal to shareholders the failings of management.
Capitol Health plans to create one of Australia's biggest providers of diagnostic imaging after making a $356 million takeover offer for Integral Diagnostics.
Expert witness says transcripts of "gung ho" traders who believe they could move the rate is not proof they could actually do it.
'Continuity candidate' Jay Powell is poised to take the top job at the Federal Reserve at a time of increasing debate around how monetary policy should be implemented.
Federal Reserve chair nominee Jerome Powell's steady comments and tax cut progress explain why US stock markets are again hitting record highs.
The scenario goes something like this: a populist politician gets elected sometime in the 2020s on the back of a promise to end the super guarantee levy.
The raw material may fall to $US60 a tonne in three months, $US55 in six and $US50 in 12, according to the New York-based bank.
Apple investors are hoping history repeats itself. They also hope it doesn't.
Investing would be so much easier if the auditors of publicly listed companies were able to reveal to shareholders the failings of management.
For the Turnbull government, the likely bank inquiry is another humiliating example of being dragged into a political spectacle beyond its control.
It always comes as a shock to see just how uncompetitive Olympic Dam actually sits on the slate of BHP Billiton's mines.
Aurora Funds Management has appeared to make a mockery of the governance infrastructure that has been put in place to protect the interests of investors in managed funds.
Education Minister Simon Birmingham says there's a disconnect between some of the courses universities are offering and the jobs on offer.
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has condemned North Korea's latest ballistic missile test.
The Greens have threatened to withhold their support for the Nationals' commission of inquiry into the financial services sector, but the numbers may still be there.
The Queensland election loss has sparked calls for a break-up of the Liberal National Party but will that be enough to save Queensland Nationals?
Voter discontent is leading many to question democracy, with some even thinking a strong leader who doesn't bother with Parliament is the way to go.
The White House claims tax cuts will lead to soaring wages, but others fear that surging deficits will crush the growth benefits.
The Trump administration has taken an unusual action against what it said were unfair Chinese trade practices, dusting off a weapon last used in 1991.
Solar power in Papua New Guinea is a win for everyone.
The US Defence Secretary says North Korea's latest ballistic missile surged higher than before and threatens peace "everywhere in the world".
The Argentine Navy says water entered the snorkel of the San Juan submarine, causing its battery to short-circuit before it went missing two weeks ago.
The majority of unlisted property funds could miss targeted returns as commercial property yields tighten and capital growth slows.
As NSW edges towards changing its Airbnb planning laws, are we finally seeing shark teeth behind its broad Californian smile?
Uber, Tesla, Snap and bitcoin may have inflated valuations, but their tide lifts many better boats.
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s satisfaction rating among its customers is a staggering 96 per cent. Its trust levels are the highest of all the banks.
Yarra Valley Water is solving two problems with one project.
Bank remuneration structures have built strong signals to executives and boards that financial returns above all else should be pursued.
Aurecon is hoping to benefit from increased government spending as depleted agencies look outside for expertise.
BDO is looking for growth in areas as diverse as forensic investigations, cyber security and migration advice.
A large global study suggests that if you want to protect yourself against dementia, put a ring on it and be married.
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