Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - August, 2019
Infrastructure Australia says the nation should be in an almost perpetual construction boom.
Domestic gas efforts increased
The Coalition has brought forward a review that it says will help reduce domestic gas costs.
Robo-cars to deliver billions
A new report says moving to electric and autonomous vehicles in Australia could deliver massive economic boosts.
Jail time for tax scam
A South Australian man has been sentenced to 2 years and 4 months jail for attempting to obtain nearly $1.5 million in false ATO refunds.
RBA sees 'turning point'
The RBA governor says Australia’s economy may have reached a “gentle turning point”.
Westpac slapped for data fail
APRA has fined Westpac for failing to meet legal obligations to report data.
Centrelink suspensions unpicked
New data shows over 120,000 welfare recipients had payments suspended despite having a valid reason.
Palmer reaches partial deal
Clive Palmer has settled the majority of the $200 million lawsuit over the collapse of Queensland Nickel.
Indigenous pay claim revived
A prominent Aboriginal leader has announced plans to sue the Commonwealth Government ...
Jab policy allows wealthy choice
The Australian Government’s ‘No Jab, No Pay’ vaccination policy may disproportionately impact low-income families, new research suggests.
Australia plugs trade talks
Australia has expressed disappointment at increasing global tensions between the world's two largest economies.
Slow growth hits EBAs
Slow wage growth has been locked into recent enterprise bargaining agreements.