business
Cooperation critical for 'future growth' is key message at mining forum
The struggle for control of the world’s rare earths market will be front of mind as thousands of mining industry figures descend on Western Australia’s Goldfields. Source link
Outback businesses blame Live Traffic NSW for customer downturn
Small businesses in the outback say inaccuracies on Live Traffic NSW about whether roads are open or closed, or if they even exist, are causing confusion among travellers and a loss of vital income. Source link
Single mum has front-row seat to first home buyer struggles
Tess McKenna is an example of how hard it is to find an affordable home in Perth, saying it is not getting easier despite the market cooling. Source link
ASX finishes strongly to gain 0.5pc after a poor start to session — as it happened
The ASX has reversed its earlier fall after Wall Street rallied strongly on Friday. Source link
Global shockwaves as South Korea's crash rattles markets
Balance is a fundamental principle of everyday life on the Korean peninsula, but the worst stock market crash in the nation’s history threatens the livelihood of millions. Source link
Housing market seeing 'rapid deterioration' as downturn deepens
Australia’s housing downturn is spreading across the country, with the latest property price data showing previously resilient markets that had recently set record-high prices are now experiencing a decline in values. Source link
Prices to jump at the bowser as fuel excise cut ends
The price of unleaded and diesel will climb in the next week as the government’s fuel excise cut officially ends. But experts say prices won’t go as high as they did due to increased supply. Source link
To understand how war abroad impacts Australia, look to the price of milk
This century’s biggest oil shock is entering its sixth month, with no end in sight as war in Iran continues. Is it showing up in your daily budget? Source link
Unions confirm new 24-hour strike against BHP
BHP is facing renewed industrial action at its Port Hedland operations in Western Australia, with unions planning a 24-hour strike against the mining giant on August 9. Source link
ASX200 closes higher, ASIC sues auditors after First Guardian collapse — as it happened
Australian shares rose for a fourth consecutive month on Friday, and corporate regulator ASIC announced it is suing auditors linked to the collapsed First Guardian Master Fund. Source link