Business
Red tape âlayersâ peeled back to build homes quicker
12 November
Ground-breaking planning reforms aimed at speeding up the construction of homes in one state have been hailed as generational but some critics say serious environmental concerns are being brushed aside. The reforms passed in the NSW parliament with...[Read More]
Tapped out: cash advocates suss on mandate plan
5 November
When a power outage struck on one of Mitta Mitta Brewing Companyâs busiest days of the year, three things kept the family-run business ticking over. Wood for the pizza oven, gas in the barbecue and beer lines, and cash in customersâ...[Read More]
Government set to plant seed of new environment regimen
29 October
Environmental protection reforms are expected to be introduced to parliament on Thursday after six years of wrangling in the halls of power. PROPOSED ENVIRONMENT LAWS * Better protections for natural sites are the key benefit the government will...[Read More]
Understanding the essence of inspiration and how to harness it
30 October
Self-inspiration is a transformative process, igniting our internal drive and pushing us toward our goals with newfound energy and enthusiasm. It is the spark that fuels our passion, creativity, and resilience. Inspiration is not a fleeting moment...[Read More]
Why tech could change Gen Alpha careers for the better
29 October
Former MythBusters television host Kari Byron is visiting Australia to challenge another misconception: that science, technology, maths and engineering jobs of the future will be the same as they are now. And she says Generation Alpha is not only...[Read More]
Why you should take your annual leave
23 October
In the whirlwind of modern life, itâs easy to forget what really matters. Deadlines loom, inboxes overflow, and the âurgentâ often takes precedence over the important. But if thereâs one thing we can all agree on, itâs this: time is the...[Read More]
Navigating a career change with confidence
9 October
Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges. Whether youâre pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adapting to new life circumstances, the...[Read More]
National economy still stuck in âproductivity malaiseâ
24 September
Australiaâs productivity performance improved in the June quarter, but weak capital investment is still holding back growth in living standards, the Productivity Commission says. Growth in labour productivity â or doing more with less â...[Read More]
Push to take advantage of solar on big buildings
17 September
Australia is missing out on harnessing solar power from industrial and commercial properties which could boost energy for the grid while driving down bills. However, installing solar panels on businesses is a job thatâs either too big to too small...[Read More]
Future Fund eclipses $250b after bumper return
10 September
Australiaâs Future Fund has smashed its investment target, delivering a 12.2 per cent return to send the nationâs sovereign wealth fund above $250 billion for the first time. The bumper result for 2024/25 exceeded the fundâs mandate of 6.9 per...[Read More]
The way to happiness and success in both life and work
21 August
Happiness and success are deeply intertwined but arenât always the result of material gains or high-status positions. Instead, a fulfilling life and career stem from aligning your values, passions, and actions in ways that promote well-being and...[Read More]
Essential tips for setting up your home office
21 August
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]
Real wages boost for workers, but costs might worry RBA
20 August
Workers have enjoyed the strongest annual growth in real wages in more than five years, but the Reserve Bank will be on alert in case labour costs cause inflation to fire up again. Wages grew by 3.4 per cent in the year to June, slightly above...[Read More]
Cutting ânightmarishâ red tape may awaken productivity
20 August
Border-crossing tradies and other small business owners are being hammered by regulatory burdens, but a sweeping plan to slash red tape could save them more than $1 billion a year. Canberra-based deck builder Xavier Duffy is forced to navigate a...[Read More]
AI not a âstraightforwardâ fix for ailing productivity
20 August
Australia has been warned against the âseductiveâ pull of artificial intelligence as the federal government looks to the technology to help solve its productivity woes. AI is expected to take centre stage during the second day of the...[Read More]