Making the Most of Your Solar Panels
29 August
Solar energy offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution to powering your home, 12-volt setup, or caravan. The benefits of harnessing the sun’s energy are substantial, ranging from reduced electricity bills to minimising your carbon...[Read More]
Slow progress on unpaid super sparks calls for action
28 August
Australian workers are still missing out on billions in unpaid super each year, with the average affected worker left $30,000 worse off at retirement. Affecting nearly one in four workers – particularly younger people, women in low-paid...[Read More]
PM lays down budget challenge on coalition cuts
28 August
The prime minister has challenged the opposition to detail planned budget cuts should the coalition win government, after it said it could make “significant” reductions in spending. Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor flagged that the coalition has...[Read More]
Power struggle: why solar batteries are tipped to soar
28 August
Sydney consultant Greg Spencer had been weighing up whether to install a next-generation solar battery when his energy provider warned him about a 12-hour power outage. The warning felt like a sign and motivated his four-person household to become...[Read More]
Funding boost to help protect Aussies from disasters
28 August
People in WA’s Kimberley region will be better prepared for cyclones under a multi-government funding plan to boost Australia’s disaster defences. More than 160 projects will share in $387 million from the second round of Disaster Ready Fund...[Read More]
Cost-of-living relief to show up in inflation readout
28 August
Energy rebates handed out to all households are expected to influence monthly inflation figures due for release this week. Wednesday’s consumer price index from the Australian Bureau of Statistics is tipped to show a sharp decline in headline...[Read More]
Pacific seasonal workers to receive family support
28 August
The Australian government will spend $8 million assisting Pacific workers and their families managing separation through the PALM scheme. Around 35,000 workers are recruited by Australia from the Pacific and East Timor through the Pacific Australia...[Read More]
Telcos to dial-up customer communication during outages
28 August
Telco companies will be forced to inform customers about major network outages under new rules directed by the communications watchdog. The Australian Communications and Media Authority will be able to require telcos to let customers know online, by...[Read More]
Right to disconnect dials in on wellbeing amid discord
28 August
Allowing workers to ignore messages from their bosses out of business hours could have widespread benefits, but business groups are concerned about how the “right to disconnect” will work. Australians can refuse to monitor, read or respond to...[Read More]
Flight refunds, prices under spotlight in aviation plan
28 August
WHAT IS THE AVIATION WHITE PAPER? * The document outlines ways to improve the sustainability, competitiveness, efficiency and safety of the aviation sector through to 2050 CONSUMER RIGHTS RECOMMENDATIONS * The government will establish an industry...[Read More]
International student enrolments capped at 270,000
28 August
The number of international students coming into Australia could be capped at 270,000 in 2025, as the government attempts to reduce migration levels. This will cover 145,000 enrolments at public universities, 95,000 foreign student commencements in...[Read More]
NASA’s Mars rover begins steep climb to crater’s rim
28 August
NASA’s Perseverance rover is tackling a steep new challenge on Mars. The six-wheeled rover has spent the last three-and-a-half years roaming around the bottom of a crater. On Tuesday, it began climbing to the top. The rover will go up 305m to the...[Read More]
Green hydrogen developer pumped as partners ink deal
28 August
The Sunshine State is adding to its green hydrogen credentials as Australian regions compete to refuel future bus and truck fleets powered by the alternative fuel. Hydrogen developer Lion Energy announced on Monday a $10 million partnership with...[Read More]
New director-general of cybersecurity agency appointed
28 August
The national cybersecurity agency will get a new leader after its head Abigail Bradshaw was appointed the Australian Signals Directorate’s next director-general. Ms Bradshaw will take the reins of the organisation from September 6, replacing...[Read More]
10 Strategies for staying upbeat and productive (and what to avoid)
22 August
Here are the top 10 things to do to stay positive and productive, along with the top 10 things to avoid falling into negativity or becoming non-productive: Firstly, here are the top 10 Things to Do to Stay Positive and Productive: Practice...[Read More]