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Weakness in economy continues as rate rises bite
The Australian economy continues to limp along despite a pause in rate rises and a strong labour market. The latest Westpac-Melbourne Institute Leading Index of Economic Activity, released on Wednesday, …
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Wages and jobs on economic agenda for the week
The economic spotlight this week will be on wage growth and jobs. The Australian Bureau of Statistics will release its wage price index on Tuesday. CommSec economists expect a modest …
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Migrants and refugees could boost economy: report
The Australian economy could benefit to the tune of over $1 billion if more was done to harness the skills of migrants and refugees. That is the conclusion of a …
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Inquiry backs unamended laws on Indigenous voice
A cross-party parliamentary committee has backed laws setting up a referendum to enshrine an Indigenous voice in the constitution. The inquiry report, released three days earlier than expected on Friday, …
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What we know so far about the federal budget
WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE 2023 FEDERAL BUDGET SO FAR Treasurer Jim Chalmers will deliver his second federal budget on Tuesday, focusing on cost-of-living relief while ensuring spending does not …
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Indigenous voice has migrant community backing: PM
Anthony Albanese is confident ethnic communities will rally in favour of an Indigenous voice, despite claims to the contrary. Proponents of the case against the voice, campaigning under the Recognise …