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Scott Morrison dumps plan to raise retirement age to 70
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Scott Morrison dumps plan to raise retirement age to 70

"The pension age going to 70, gone," the Prime Minister said, in a decision that would reverse a policy announced by the Abbott government.

  • by Fergus Hunter & Stephanie Peatling

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How much Sydney's Airbnb hosts are raking in

How much Sydney's Airbnb hosts are raking in

Sydney’s inner city, eastern suburbs and north shore have more Airbnb listings, but they're not earning the highest rates. 

  • by Matt Wade
Nike shares fall as 'Just Do It' ad divides America

Nike shares fall as 'Just Do It' ad divides America

Nike's controversial ad has people talking (and burning their shoes) - and investors are getting jittery.

  • by Amy B Wang and Rachel Siegel
Unlicensed electricians linked to tradie's death: police

Unlicensed electricians linked to tradie's death: police

Police say the syndicate has offered Sydney homeowners cheap wiring and unmetered access to the power grid.

  • by Rachel Clun
Trump's chief of staff called him an idiot, new book claims

Trump's chief of staff called him an idiot, new book claims

“We’re in Crazytown. I don’t even know why any of us are here," John Kelly said, according to an explosive new book.

  • by Phillip Rucker
David Leyonhjelm in hot water over backyard pool

David Leyonhjelm in hot water over backyard pool

David Leyonhjelm is used to stirring controversy on the national stage. Now he's making waves in his own backyard.

  • by Angus Thompson
Minister ignores draft report on children for nine months

Minister ignores draft report on children for nine months

Nine months after receiving a draft that he demanded, Corrections Minister David Elliott has not had a look.

  • by Jacqueline Maley & Patrick Begley
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The one thing at work that trumps money for most Australians

This will be music to the ears of miserly managers everywhere. But before everyone gets too excited, let’s take a reality check.

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    Even goldfish could be banned  under strata laws - until now

    Strata scheme blanket bans on pets are bad. Now they are under challenge but that's not the end of the matter.

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      Why the banks will ignore customer anger and match Westpac's rate rise

      Australia's big banks have graduated to much worse than exploiting their customers’ loyalty and inertia. 

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        Scott Morrison drops plan to increase pension age to 70 in sudden policy u-turn
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        Scott Morrison drops plan to increase pension age to 70 in sudden policy u-turn

        Cabinet is set to next week approve the surprise policy reversal, keeping the pension age at 67.

        • by Fergus Hunter & Stephanie Peatling

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        This slow-paced town is just like Byron Bay was 20 years ago

        This slow-paced town is just like Byron Bay was 20 years ago

        This area is a quieter, more relaxed alternative for those looking for a sea change that locals say is one where commuting isn't a huge concern.

        • by Kate Farrelly
        From fibro shack to design triumphs: What the beach house looks like now

        From fibro shack to design triumphs: What the beach house looks like now

        These days, architects are in high demand along the coast. We take a look at five modern day beach "shacks" set to get you dreaming of summer.

        • by Larissa Ham

        Business

        What Airbnb hosts really make

        What Airbnb hosts really make

        Study finds it is not as financially beneficial to host a property on Airbnb rather than renting to a long-term tenant in either Sydney or Melbourne..

        • by Matt Wade

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        Kevin Spacey escapes charges over sexual assault allegation

        Kevin Spacey escapes charges over sexual assault allegation

        LA's D.A. office also rejected charges against Steven Seagal and actor Anthony Anderson, who faced similar allegations in the wake of the #MeToo movement.

        • by Richard Winton
        No place like home: FBI recovers stolen ruby slippers from Wizard of Oz

        No place like home: FBI recovers stolen ruby slippers from Wizard of Oz

        A rare pair of red sequined slippers that Judy Garland wore in the classic film The Wizard of Oz have been found

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        Nike celebrates 35 years of its greatest running shoe

        Nike celebrates 35 years of its greatest running shoe

        The iconic Air Pegasus shoe, first appearing in 1983, has lasted the test of time.

        • by Laura Hill
        Furbo Dog Camera review: remote doggy daycare

        Furbo Dog Camera review: remote doggy daycare

        Keep tabs on your pooch via camera, talk to him, get alerts when he barks and even toss some of his favourite treats.

        • by Peter Wells

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        Tonga to meet Australia for first time in rugby league history

        Tonga to meet Australia for first time in rugby league history

        Australia will play Tonga in an historic rugby league Test in Auckland next month.

        • by Daniel Gilhooly
        Cinderella man Millman always believed he belonged near the top

        Cinderella man Millman always believed he belonged near the top

        The 29-year-old could have given up plenty of times in his tennis career. Instead, he fought through the pain to produce an upset for the ages.

        • by Phil Lutton

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