Lifestyle
NSW looks to poach from SA with regional-living push
31 January
A NSW push to poach interstate essential workers has been dismissed by South Australia as a desperate effort to fill the more populous state’s skill “chasms”. The Make the Move Campaign is aimed at boosting the number of essential workers in...[Read More]
Electric vehicle shipping problems cause a real stink
25 January
Australia has missed a major electric vehicle milestone and the reason for it stinks. Sales of low-emission vehicles had been tipped to top 100,000 for the first time in 2023 after their popularity more than doubled throughout the year. But just as...[Read More]
Inspiring Australians gather as they vie for top honour
25 January
Community leaders, educators, volunteers and medical researchers are among finalists descending on Canberra for the Australian of the Year awards. The winners of the four categories of the prestigious national gong will be announced on Thursday,...[Read More]
Australia’s population tips over 27 million
25 January
Australia’s population has surged to more than 27 million as births and migrants arriving outstrip deaths and residents leaving the nation. The Australian Bureau of Statistics population clock tipped over the mark on Wednesday and continues to...[Read More]
Fares lose altitude as more flights cleared for takeoff
24 January
Australians travelling overseas can expect cheaper airfares in 2024 as new carriers and bigger aircraft bring more seats to key destinations online. After reaching historic highs following the COVID-19 pandemic, international airfares fell in the...[Read More]
Saving for rainy days even on a tight budget
18 January
When you have a tight budget, it may seem impossible to save money. And with rising inflation, it’s not difficult to understand why the personal savings rate in Australia decreased last year. However, conserving money while you’re short on cash...[Read More]
Family Law – can be a complex and stressful journey
18 January
Family law encompasses a wide range of legal issues, including divorce, child support, and custody, and navigating through these matters can be an intricate and emotionally challenging experience for all parties involved. In Australia, family law...[Read More]
Forgotten and expired gift cards leave billions unspent
18 January
Australians could be nearly $200 richer if they kept track of their gift cards instead of letting them go to waste. Across the nation, about $1.4 billion worth of gift cards have gone untouched, according to data from comparison website...[Read More]
Under 35s driving cruise ship resurgence
18 January
One in four Australians plan to go on a cruise this year, with younger people the most likely to set sail, a new survey has revealed. The figure is more than three times that of last year, representing a much-needed recovery for the cruise industry...[Read More]
Electric car charging stations tipped to double again
17 January
Electric vehicle charging sites will double in Australia again over the coming year, according to a new report, on top of record-breaking growth over the past 12 months. The analysis, released by consulting firm Next System on Tuesday, found...[Read More]
What you need to know to successfully improve your home
11 January
Embarking on a home improvement can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can transform your living space and increase the value of your property. With so many informative videos and other great resources online, there’s a thriving culture...[Read More]
Need ChatGPT in the car? Crazy vehicle tech at CES 2024
11 January
Vehicles driven using game controllers, delivery vans you can turn into taxis, and cars with ChatGPT on the dashboard have been revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The annual innovation summit kicked off on Tuesday, Australian...[Read More]
Study asks: what’s love got to do with it?
11 January
Romantic love isn’t just an emotion but a broad collection of feelings and behaviours key to human evolution, researchers say. A study by Australian National University researchers is one in a limited field of research on romantic love. Earlier...[Read More]
New leader in the race for cheapest electric vehicle
10 January
The title of Australia’s cheapest electric car has been nabbed by a new vehicle after its maker launched a $4000 discount to boost sales. GWM has driven away with the title after launching the price cut on its entry-level Ora vehicle that will now...[Read More]
Top 5 things to do as you plan for the year ahead
4 January
People typically associate the new year with hope — a time for fulfilling plans, whether those are financial, personal or professional. The past year is finally over and you can now look forward to what the new year has in store. While it’s also...[Read More]