Jim Chalmers

Business chiefs criticize the Albanese government's policies, feeling undervalued and stifled by regulations and taxes.

Chalmers claims to be a good economic manager as Australia's debt reaches $1 trillion.

Rents have spiked up to 80 per cent in some areas since the COVID-era rent freeze ended.

Tony Wright reflects on 30 years in the press gallery, recalling lessons and nostalgia from Bob Hawke to Anthony Albanese.

The federal Coalition faces an existential crisis after election defeats and rising competition from One Nation.

Labor defends superannuation against One Nation's proposed changes.

Experts debate loosening superannuation access rules amid concerns of exploitation.

Barnaby Joyce accuses Labor of planning to hike taxes on retirement savings, citing past broken promises.

Federal police will investigate a leaked memo related to the Australian government and Japan.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers vows to defend compulsory superannuation amid threats from One Nation leader Pauline Hanson.

Labor misses chance for reform as Liberals face internal criticism.

Australia's misery index has risen sharply this year due to inflation, unemployment, and interest rates.

Liberal frontbencher Andrew Bragg calls for an economic revolution, slashing taxes and overhauling the GST.

Australia's Reserve Bank held interest rates steady amid housing market weakness and inflation concerns, while a Colombian earthquake killed over 250 people with thousands missing, and political tensions escalated domestically over the Prime Minister's controversial remarks.

The Reserve Bank of Australia holds the cash rate at 4.35% but may hike again if needed.

Australia retains its AAA credit rating due to tax changes and spending cuts.

Motorists are buying electric vehicles to avoid high fuel prices, with half of new vehicles sold being EVs or hybrids in the past quarter.

Business chiefs criticize the PM's message as "consume, be silent, die" amid frustrations with legislation and economic policies.

Prime Minister Albanese backs a GST deal, committing future taxpayers to billions in costs.

Rents have spiked up to 80 per cent in some areas since the COVID-era rent freeze ended.

Tony Wright reflects on 30 years in the press gallery, sharing lessons and nostalgia from his time covering Australian politics.

The federal Coalition faces an existential crisis after election defeats and rising competition from One Nation.

Arthur Tzaneros resigned as CEO after downplaying sexual assault allegations in WhatsApp messages.

The ACTU proposes two-year leases to protect renters from "gouging" landlords.

Barnaby Joyce accuses Labor of planning to hike taxes on retirement savings, citing past broken promises.

Top officials warned Labor about an influx of New Zealand migrants before a policy change eased access to welfare and citizenship.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers vows to defend Australia's compulsory superannuation system amid threats from One Nation leader Pauline Hanson.

Labor squanders its chance for reform as Liberals face criticism for a speech on policy options.

Australia's misery index has risen sharply, fueled by inflation, unemployment, and interest rates.

Liberal frontbencher Andrew Bragg calls for an economic revolution, slashing taxes and overhauling the GST.

Australia's central bank held interest rates steady amid housing market weakness and inflation concerns, while a Colombian earthquake killed over 250 people with thousands missing, and political tensions escalated domestically over diplomatic remarks.

Northern Minerals divested from Australia's rare earths operations as China maintains significant involvement in the sector, reflecting shifting competitive dynamics in critical mineral markets.

Australia retains its AAA credit rating due to tax changes and spending cuts.

Sliding housing prices helped the Reserve Bank slow the economy.

Inflation persists, and consumers will ultimately bear the cost.

Prime Minister Albanese backs a GST deal, committing future taxpayers to billions in costs.

Chalmers retreats on foreign renewables tax in a policy backdown.

Australia's gross national debt exceeds $1 trillion, sparking debate among politicians.

Critics claim Labor's tax changes will raise Australian rents by 30%, but experts say this is unlikely.

The ACTU proposes two-year leases to protect renters from "gouging" landlords.

Labor and Coalition struck a deal, passing controversial NDIS changes despite outcry from advocates.

Labor defends Australia's superannuation scheme amid criticism from the Coalition and One Nation.

Top officials warned Labor about New Zealand migration surge before policy changes.

Sally McManus is stepping down as Australian Council of Trade Unions secretary after nearly a decade.

The Productivity Commission finds the Morrison-era GST deal with WA is a costly mistake that should be reversed.

Coalition plans to scrap energy rules for new homes, sparking criticism as a "cost-of-living timebomb".

The Opposition will propose cutting migration to 180,000 to aid housing supply.

The RBA leaves interest rates on hold at 4.35 percent, signaling inflation remains too high.

Labor faces debates on tax, migration, and gambling as parliament resumes next week.

Australia's 5% deposit scheme helped nearly 1,500 first-home buyers convert properties into investments.