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Marinus will break energy 'deadlock' hobbling Tasmania, economist says
An economist says Marinus Link remains an investment in the national interest and will shore up Tasmania’s energy security. It follows a report last week questioning the project’s business case. Source link
'All eyes are on the performance' as Canberra to Bali flights take off again
Virgin Australia launches direct flights from Canberra to Bali, becoming the first Australian carrier to fly internationally out of the capital. Source link
Bus fleet set to connect southern Gold Coast to existing light rail
The Queensland government has released the plan nine months after controversially scrapping stage 4 light rail amid community pushback. Source link
Live: ASX set to slip as fragile Iran war ceasefire keeps markets on edge
While Wall St was closed for a public holiday on Friday, global markets remain on edge as US-Iran peace talks falter. Follow the day’s events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Source link
Auction clearance rates fall to lowest level in six years
Not since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic have sellers seen such disappointing results at auction, with Cotality predicting “a further loss of momentum” in the housing market. Source link
'New solutions': Modular homes set for NSW to help solve housing crisis
The modular home model would involve sections of rooms being constructed off-site in a dedicated facility before being transported to new developments across NSW. Source link
Australian wool is 'back in vogue' as the sector experiences a resurgence
A strong wool price is inspiring optimism among young professionals as the industry bounces back. Source link
Could the 'bliss' trade set millions up for a comfortable retirement?
Does “bliss” — big lasting state support for financial entities deemed too big to fail — make the stock market a one-way bet? Source link
Proposed urea plant secures $2.4b worth of deals without being built
The Australian Fertilizer Corporation has secured offtake agreements with international and domestic customers to sell its entire production capacity, despite not yet being built. Source link
KMPG 'not full of bad apples', former CEO says during parliamentary grilling
Federal senators have accused senior leaders in Australia’s accounting and auditing industry of behaving disgracefully as more revelations emerge about KPMG’s whistleblower scandal. Source link