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The Australian share market has finished at a record high for the second-straight day after strong growth in commodity prices. Source link

The Royal Australian Mint is encouraging people to check their change for the new 50-cent coin.  Source link

Jetstar says charging passengers to use overhead lockers brings it into line with many overseas low-cost airlines. But is “unbundling” fees and charges actually making it more expensive to fly budget? Source link

Credit default swaps for US big tech companies are soaring to record highs. It means investors are fearful of a major Wall Street company collapse. Source link

Passengers boarding a Carnival cruise ship are promised a world of endless food, relaxation and oceanic luxury. But for the crew who make these escapes possible, life is vastly different. Source link

Thousands of households with batteries installed under the federal government’s scheme are choosing not to sign up to be a so-called virtual power plant that sells stored energy back to the grid. Source link

Nearly 1.3 million hectares of the South Australian outback has been bought by billionaire Adelaide businessman Charlie Shahin, whose family founded the OTR petrol station and convenience store network. Source link

An interim report has confirmed a runaway coal train reached speeds well in excess of the safe limit and rolled backwards for 5 kilometres before coming to a halt. Source link

Consumer and regional advocates are urging the government to intervene and mandate domestic roaming now, arguing the ACCC’s 12-month inquiry will take too long. Source link

Over the past year, electric car sales have tripled, as anxiety about fuel shortages and rising petrol prices continues. Source link