Author Archives: feedsy
Voters open-minded on investor tax break reform
20 March
Three in five Australian voters favour scaling back negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount, new polling suggests. One in five want investment property tax breaks to stay the same, according to the polling by independent consultancy...[Read More]
Calls for four-year forecast in GST carve-up
20 March
Four-year forecasts for state and territory shares of GST are being sought as the pushback against the annual carve-up of the tax continues. A longer forecast window from the Commonwealth Grants Commission would help secure budget bottom lines and...[Read More]
Energy bills to fall as regulator reveals draft offer
20 March
WHAT IS A DEFAULT OFFER? * The default market offer is a price cap on how much retailers can charge customers on their default energy plans * It is a reference price for market competitors, according to the energy regulator, and is what retailers...[Read More]
Google under scrutiny in digital platform probe
20 March
Australiansâ access to internet search engines, search quality and the increasing use of generative AI will face further scrutiny from the consumer watchdog. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is probing the provision of general...[Read More]
Increased R&D spending to boost economy by $100 billion
20 March
Australiaâs economy would receive a $100 billion boost if investment in research and development was increased to three per cent of GDP, the nationâs peak science body says. For more than a decade, Australian funding for research and development...[Read More]
Extra paid parental leave welcomed but unions want more
20 March
A jump in paid parental leave to 26 weeks will help address the gender pay gap and stop working parents from losing out when they have children, the peak union body has said as legislation cemented the move on Monday. The 20 weeks of paid leave...[Read More]
Rising price of instant coffee a bitter blend
20 March
The cost of a morning brew came under fire in parliament as it was revealed a tin of coffee has almost doubled in price within a year at some major supermarkets. Labor MP Steve Georganas lifted the lid on the price hike of Nescafe-branded coffee...[Read More]
Calls to heat up competition in nationâs postal sector
20 March
Australian entrepreneur James Chin Moody loves to make curry, but he wonât settle for any old supermarket spice. âWe get our curry powder sent from Humpty Doo, itâs fantasticâ Mr Chin Moody tells AAP of the Northern Territory culinary...[Read More]
What does ethical investing mean? How does it relate to ESG investing?
14 March
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesnât need to stay. Â People have become...[Read More]
Work from home like a pro: tips for setting up your home office
14 March
The advent of digital technology has transformed the business landscape, ushering in a new era where working from home is no longer a rarity but a common occurrence. This shift has necessitated the need for entrepreneurs to create conducive...[Read More]
Are the Lipstick and Beer Indexes Reliable Measures of Consumer Behaviour?
14 March
Traditional indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and inflation indicators are used to measure the health and performance of an economy. These are commonly used by economists and policymakers in gauging a countryâs economic growth and...[Read More]
How to ask your boss to work remotely
14 March
The remote work trend has gained significant momentum in recent years, offering employees the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Â If youâre planning to join the ranks of remote workers, convincing your employer to grant you...[Read More]
Why are Australians underinsured? What can be done to change this?
14 March
Australians can probably consider themselves fortunate. Compared to other nations, Australiaâs social security, healthcare services, and living standards are quite competitive. Â However, the problem with knowing this for some people is that it...[Read More]
Swifties boost spending
14 March
The Australian economy got a leg up from Taylor Swift concerts but the much-anticipated visit was not enough to counter penny pinching elsewhere. Spending as tracked by Commonwealth Bank has been generally subdued and fell 0.3 per cent over the...[Read More]
Businesses to save as government scraps tariffs
14 March
Toothbrushes, sanitary products, washing machines and freezers may become cheaper in a move retailers say will reduce the costs of doing business. Almost 500 nuisance tariffs will be scrapped in the new financial year, saving companies more than $30...[Read More]