Owners of a Melbourne cafe have called for public donations in what they describe as a “humiliating” last-ditch attempt to keep their doors open after struggling with no government support during the pandemic. Samantha Hitt and Beth Hancock, owners of Milk and Wine Co., in Heathmont in Melbourne’s east, haveContinue Reading
Millions of Australians who withdrew their super savings during Covid-19 will be left dramatically worse off in their retirement, with taxpayers potentially facing a $85bn bill over the next 60 years to support poorer retirees. The Morrison-era early release of the super scheme was rolled out during the height ofContinue Reading
A dad who purchased a one-bedroom apartment in a prime Sydney location is set to lose $450,000 from the potential sale of his home. Like the 132 other owners of the bungled Mascot Towers apartment block, Anthony Najafian is in financial ruin because of his 2009 purchase. More than fourContinue Reading
Queenslanders whose homes were damaged during severe storms over Christmas-New Years period will be able to access their share of financial assistance. The state’s southeast was lashed by heavy weather between Christmas Day and the first days of 2024, that left 6000 homes without power for days and caused damageContinue Reading
One state government is delivering a $500 boost to some families and small businesses as its second round of energy bill relief payments begin. The second instalment of relief is now flowing to thousands of South Australians, providing vital support in the lead up to Christmas. Worth approximately $254 million,Continue Reading
The mother of an 11-year-old boy who suffered such a severe reaction to his Covid vaccine that he was sent home from hospital with highly addictive painkillers including oxycodone has slammed the “disgusting” treatment of her family by the government. Alex, who asked not to use her real name toContinue Reading
Billions of dollars worth of “targeted” and “responsible” cost of living measures will this month begin flowing through for millions of Australians feeling the pinch at the checkout or when paying their bills. While the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data indicates inflation is moderating – up 4.9 per centContinue Reading
Qantas has posted an underlying profit before tax of $2.47 billion for the financial year. The airline said it was expecting $2.45 to $2.47 billion for the 2023 financial year and it appears it was right on the mark. It had a statutory profit after tax of $1.74 billion. ItsContinue Reading
Australians have been warned to strap in for further rent increases as landlords get hit with additional taxes under what’s been labelled the government’s attempt to “patch up holes in a leaking bucket”. A group of landlords surveyed on social media this week indicated they would “raise the rent” onContinue Reading
Young Australians are being pushed to the brink of homelessness as rents soar above their incomes, new analysis has revealed. The study, by Homelessness Australia, found the average 16 or 17-year-old renter would now be paying about 73 per cent of their income on housing. The advocacy body compared theContinue Reading