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Was your car one of 40,000 damaged in hailstorms? Here's what to do next
Insurers are urging those with damaged cars to make their claims as soon as possible in the aftermath of hailstorms across Queensland and parts of New South Wales. Source link
One player's case against the world's biggest crypto casino
Chat logs and gambling data show the tactics used by Australian-run online casino Stake to keep one user hooked. Source link
Watchdog flags 5 per cent fall in power prices amid renewables surge
An energy watchdog says more renewable energy is projected to lower prices, but others warn the promise is illusory and more pain is coming. Source link
GDP figures a beautiful set of numbers with a sting in the tail
Australia’s latest economic growth numbers show an economy in generally rude health, but that might result in a rude shock for mortgage borrowers earlier rather than later in 2026. Source link
State insurer exacerbated stress of Victorian homeowners, damning report finds
Staff used vile and derogatory terms to describe people dealing with the collapse of their builder, according to a Victorian Ombudsman’s report. Source link
Shoppers warned of grocery price rise as parasite hits crop production
Beekeepers say the escalating cost of pollinating crops will be passed onto consumers as the industry battles a devastating bee killer. Source link
Father and son accused of illegally sinking fishing vessel
Two Ulladulla fishermen have been charged under federal sea-dumping laws over the alleged deliberate sinking of an unseaworthy trawler. Source link
Live: Wall Street wobbles as Bitcoin continues to dive
Cryptocurrency prices continue to come under pressure, while global stocks fell and bond yields rose overnight. Follow the day’s events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Source link
Secret audit reveals millions pocketed in hidden travel management deals
The document, prepared for the Queensland government, has been exclusively obtained by the ABC. Source link
You should read the fine print when purchasing a gift card
If you receive a gift card for Christmas this year you might fall foul of “activation rules”. Here’s how. Source link