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S&P 500 ends near flat with data, megacap earnings eyed

US stocks closed flatter, with investors awaiting big tech earnings and key economic data later in the week.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:46:07 GMT

Market wrap: ASX200 jumps on renewed tariff hopes

The ASX200 continued to trade higher on Monday on the back of renewed hope of a tariff back down.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 08:20:11 GMT

‘Misleading’: ACCC warns businesses on excessive charges

Misleading surcharge practices and other add-on costs have come under the consumer watchdog’s eye in the new financial year.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 06:32:56 GMT

Australian shares gain more ground as tariff talk eases

The Australian share market has gained for a third straight session as hopes of US trade deals help investor sentiment settle after weeks of uncertainty.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 02:27:20 GMT

Asian stocks hang onto hope amid trade talk confusion

Asian stocks have closed mostly higher as investors watched to see what might come of negotiations over US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 01:36:56 GMT

Australian households tipped to get rate relief after May RBA meeting

Households will get a rate cut in May regardless of April’s inflation reading, one major bank’s chief economist has boldly declared.

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 01:17:50 GMT

Wall St posts weekly gains, focus on tariffs, earnings

US stocks have closed higher as investors look to China-US trade negotiations which show signs of softening.

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:01:36 GMT

Problem child no more: surprise rise in state rankings

Western Australia has cemented its spot at the top of the latest CommSec State of the States rankings, but another state's climb comes as more of a surprise.

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 17:32:43 GMT

‘Breaks my heart’: Charity founder reveals reason why he turns struggling Aussies away

The founder of a Sikh food charity has revealed the devastating reason why his charity is forced to turn struggling Australians away amid the cost-of-living crisis.

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 08:26:25 GMT

How Trump’s tariffs could drive RBA rate cuts and mortgage relief for Australian homeowners

US-China trade tensions and Trump’s tariffs are reshaping Australia’s economy, prompting expected RBA rate cuts that could bring much-needed relief to mortgage holders nationwide.

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:11:26 GMT

‘For solo use’: Outrage over fine print in landlord’s listing for two-bed apartment in Nelson Bay

A landlord has been slammed for adding an insane clause in the rental listing for their ‘fabulous’ two-bedroom apartment.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 23:05:59 GMT

House That! Fremantle Dockers legend Shaun McManus sells investment property in Secret Harbour

Owning a property in Secret Harbour is a bit like being a Freo fan. Just ask former star footballer Shaun McManus.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

China eases some US tariffs, denies Trump's talk claims

China has denied US President Donald Trump's claims the countries are negotiating tariffs, but has exempted some US-made imports from its steep tariffs.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:20:58 GMT

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient'

China says economic fragmentation and trade tensions have disrupted supply chains, weakening the momentum of global economic growth.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:10:10 GMT

Global stocks eye weekly rise on hints of tariff relief

Asian and European stocks have risen as world markets head for another weekly increase following signs of easing trade tensions between the US and China.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:25:42 GMT

Aussie sleep apnoea firm Resmed locks in Trump tariff exemption

One of Australia’s leading healthcare companies has locked in an exemption from Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:49:57 GMT

Wall Street gains on tech boost, easing trade tensions

US stocks have closed higher as investors digested corporate earning results from various companies.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:58:25 GMT

China denies there are talks with US over tariffs

China isn't negotiating with the United States over tariffs, Beijing says, as signs emerge that the Trump administration might de-escalate its trade war.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:37:11 GMT

Best week of the year: ASX jumps on tariff talk

The ASX 200 closed a shortened trading week in the green, following talk the US is considering stepping back on its tariff policies.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:03:03 GMT

Bouncer Sports Centre: Beloved indoor sports centre in Perth’s northern suburbs to close after 30 years

The announcement has shocked the local sporting community in the northern suburbs.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:48:01 GMT

The North Face Women’s Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots recalled

Incidents have occurred where a person has been seriously injured due to the fault.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 03:46:38 GMT

ANZ bank outrages customers with QR codes for simple information such as opening hours and branch details

‘Most people who actually ... visit branches are older and are generally not as up to date with technology.’

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 02:59:44 GMT

Australian shares finish short week on a high note

Australian shares have posted a second consecutive week in the green, as cooling rhetoric from the Trump administration over tariffs lifted investor confidence.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 02:23:34 GMT

Rally fizzles as traders try to grasp Trump's U-turns

European and Asian shares have fallen as President Donald Trump's back-and-forth over tariffs and the US Fed keep markets guessing.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:26:22 GMT

Proposed IGA in Guildford set to blend heritage with modern retail, but not everyone is convinced

The proposal is not without controversy.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Old and new Anzac Day commemorative ceremonies back throughout WA

The City of Perth and the Returned & Services League WA will again host major Anzac Day commemorative services over April 24 and 25.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Wall St ends higher on hopes of trade war de-escalation

President Donald Trump soothing fears about the Federal Reserve and revived hoped for progress on US-China trade have led Wall Street stocks to gains.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:27:59 GMT

WEF probes allegations against founder Schwab

The World Economic Forum says it has launched an investigation into its founder, Klaus Schwab, following a whistleblower letter alleging misconduct.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:52:57 GMT

Apple and Meta cop massive EU fines in digital cases

Apple and Meta have been hit with hundreds of millions of euros in fines after falling afoul of the European Union's digital competition rules.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:05:32 GMT

ASX 200 jumps on latest Trump tariff announcement

Major energy and mining stocks drove the ASX 200 higher, as the United States talks peace with China.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:11:33 GMT

Simple trick to boost Australia’s productivity as workers turned off by bad bosses

The nation is missing out on billions of dollars in productivity gains for one key reason.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:05:54 GMT

Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels

The Australian share market has rallied alongside its Asian counterparts as glimmers of hope appear on the horizon of the US-China trade war.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 02:24:19 GMT

Shakespeare's four folios set for action in London

William Shakespeare's four folios, which compile his plays, will go on sale at Sotheby's in London a month after the Bard's birthday.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 02:06:11 GMT

Guzman y Gomez employee slammed for standing on grill to clean rangehood at Melbourne restaurant

The chain has said it is investigating the incident.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:17:39 GMT

International Monetary Fund lifts Australian inflation forecast, tips economic growth to slow

A dark cloud looms over the Australian economy, with the latest global forecasts predicting higher inflation and slower growth.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:53:39 GMT

No plans to fire US Fed Chair Powell, Trump says

Donald Trump's latest remarks about US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell could defuse tensions over the central bank chief's future.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:40:58 GMT

Musk to spend more time with Tesla as profits dive

Tesla's first-quarter profits have fallen drastically and Elon Musk says he'll spend more time at the company, amid backlash over his US government activities.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:14:33 GMT

Australia urged to walk away from gas for renewables

Both major parties are going into an election promising to increase gas production, even though the majority of Australians want more renewables.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:02:17 GMT

Wall St ends higher on hopes of easing tariff tensions

US stocks have closed higher as investors digested quarterly earnings from several companies.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:43:39 GMT

Plans for seven-storey apartment building across from Westfield Booragoon given green light despite concerns

The development is planned to be metres from a popular shopping complex.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:26:06 GMT

Santos gets final tick for flagship Barossa gas project

Santos has received final approval to start production on its flagship $5.8 billion Barossa gas project in the Timor Sea after years of legal delays.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:29:36 GMT

‘Get out’: ASX recovers despite Trump’s wild comments on Fed chair

Australia’s stock market has recovered from a sharp fall at the start of trading thanks to the banks and major mining companies.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:16:57 GMT

‘Disincentivises innovation’: Income taxes lift in new ABS data

Australian households have picked up the bill for the country as mining companies pay less, a breakdown of the nation’s tax revenue reveals.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:57:09 GMT

Commonwealth Bank investigates ‘issue’ that has locked thousands out of account

‘We are very sorry for the inconvenience. Thanks for your patience.’

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:30:42 GMT

Gold shines as share safe haven after Trump Fed threat

Local shares have recovered to finish slightly lower as a US sell-off sends the Aussie dollar to its highest level against the greenback in four months.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 02:59:30 GMT

European stocks struggle, gold hits $US3,500

President Donald Trump's attack on the Fed chair is worrying investors, with European stocks lower, US bond yields rising and gold hitting a fresh record.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 01:59:07 GMT

Rate cut on horizon amid fears of more stock turmoil

Donald Trump's latest attack on a pillar of the global economy could renew market stress as Australian homeowners eye a supersized rate cut.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:35:35 GMT

Wall St ends sharply lower after Trump's Powell tirade

US stocks closed sharply lower after President Donald Trump's tirade against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:51:00 GMT

PomTown Perth: The Camfield to host city’s ‘biggest British party’ in June

‘Australia’s largest pub’ in Perth is set to be taken over by a night of nights for poms, alongside bands, DJs, UK drinks and food.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:39:21 GMT

‘Band aid solutions’: Albo, Dutton lashed for election spending

Australia’s major parties have been accused of ditching rational economic policies in favour of a “spendathon” to win votes ahead of the May 3 election.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 02:05:47 GMT

World stocks slide as Trump's Fed attacks jangle nerves

Gold prices have reset record highs while stocks slid as investors fret over tariffs and President Donald Trump's criticism of the Federal Reserve chair.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 01:54:28 GMT

S&P 500 ends up as Eli Lilly jumps, UnitedHealth drops

US stocks closed stronger, buoyed by President Donald Trump's positive talk about trade deals with Japan, China and Europe.

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 21:01:19 GMT

Tamira Hutchinson: Family travel vlogger shocked by absence of alcohol at Woolworths during Perth holiday

The British traveller and her family were left ‘very confused’ after a trip to the supermarket during their holiday in Perth.

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 06:40:20 GMT

No walk in the park for nuclear reactors at life's end

All energy infrastructure has an expiry date and for nuclear power plants, radioactive elements mean retirement is no picnic.

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 22:01:42 GMT

Illuminate Yagan Square: Family-friendly festival returns one year since $8.4 million redevelopment

Yagan Square is just days away from exploding into a kaleidoscope of light and colour as it celebrates one year since its mammoth $8.4 million redevelopment.

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 06:43:00 GMT

Banksia Grove Village: Approval given for $22 million redevelopment of northern suburbs shopping centre

The project will include a swim school, three fast food outlets, a tavern with a capacity for 750 patrons and an adjoining kids’ playground, and a drive-through liquor store.

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 03:08:28 GMT

Paris Hilton says she wants to ‘build the next Disney’ with her media company

Paris Hilton may be best known as a pop culture icon, but she has big plans to cement her place in the world of business and the future of entertainment.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 22:52:53 GMT

Even Easter Bunny cannot hide from high cost of living

Australians are feeling the pinch of sky-high chocolate costs this Easter despite falling global cocoa prices, with some finding other ways to get their fix.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:31:49 GMT

Indonesia to increase US imports and lower other orders

After being slapped with US tariffs of more than 30 per cent, Indonesia has agreed to buy more American food and commodities at the expense of other countries

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:29:26 GMT

Trump feuds with Fed, says Powell's 'playing politics'

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has said he has no intention of leaving his post before his tenure is up in May 2026.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:46:12 GMT

‘Tax on dining out’: Surcharge spikes set to hit Aussies back pocket

Collectively Aussies will spend millions of dollars in additional costs as the price of visiting cafes, pubs and restaurants is set to soar over the long weekend.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:32:56 GMT

Huge black swan lands at Elizabeth Quay to raise money for Telethon

The City of Perth has welcomed a huge black swan (Maali) at Elizabeth Quay as part of its Lotterywest Boorloo Heritage festival aiming to raise money for Telethon.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Google holds illegal monopolies in ad tech: US judge

Google has been branded an abusive monopolist by a federal judge for the second time in less than a year, this time for its digital ad network.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:32:18 GMT

S&P 500 ends up as Eli Lilly jumps, UnitedHealth drops

US stocks closed stronger, buoyed by President Donald Trump's positive talk about trade deals with Japan, China and Europe.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:08:09 GMT

ASX shares jump despite Wall Street wobbles

A surge in energy stocks and Australia’s major miners has driven the ASX 200 higher.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:26:33 GMT

‘Loyalty tax’: Why it pays to switch electricity providers

A new energy provider is vowing to free customers of the ‘loyalty tax’ by automatically switching Aussies to the cheapest provider on the market.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:02:37 GMT

Perth family who refused to sell Hammond Park block finally offloads property after 40 years in $4 million sale

The Australian couple has lived on the land for 40 years and watched an entire suburb be built around them.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:39:35 GMT

Global stocks wobble as Fed's Powell urges caution

Shares in Europe have fallen and gold has hit a fresh record after the Fed chair wariness about growth, while US and Japanese trade talks helped the dollar.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:51:46 GMT

Tapped out: Fox Friday Brewing goes into administration

A popular brewery has entered voluntary administration after its major financial backer collapsed, triggering challenges at venues in Perth, Melbourne and Hobart.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:32:52 GMT

Australian shares grind back losses from US trade war

The Australian share market has continued its march higher and is within reach of its value before "Liberation Day" US tariff announcements.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:20:31 GMT

Cyclones, President Trump’s surprising impact on Aussie workers

Thursday’s unemployment figures showed a spike in Aussies finding a job, but it might not be a boom in the Australian economy.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:03:04 GMT

Pfizer: Danuglipron development for a pill alternative to Ozempic canned after liver side effects recorded

Pfizer has confirmed it has halted development of a once a day pill after concerning side effects were discovered that has left a recipient with a ‘liver injury’.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:43:21 GMT

Zoom outage: Video conferencing platform down globally for hours, now finally back online

Popular video conferencing tool Zoom, which is used by 300 million users daily, went down early on Wednesday, sparking panic around the world.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:51:09 GMT

$1M revamp of Mirrabooka Town Square underway as part of major community renewal

The $1 million upgrade to Mirrabooka Town Square is part of a broader effort to revitalise and transform Mirrabooka.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

City of Belmont backs huge Ascot Precinct developments

The City of Belmont have endorsed the Ascot Racecourse precinct structure proposal with some modifications to the draft plan.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT

WTO slashes its 2025 global trade growth forecasts

The World Trade Organisation says global trade in goods will likely fall by 0.2 per cent in 2025, down from its prediction in October of 3.0 per cent expansion.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:22:15 GMT

House That! Soccer great Brad Jones flips Applecross home and scores highest property sale of the week

The two-storey abode sits on 1432sqm, with the floorplan covering an extensive 644sqm.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:40:13 GMT

Woolworths faces another shareholder resolution over Tasmanian salmon

Woolworths is facing the heat again with another shareholder resolution over its salmon farming practices lodged with the company today.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:20:58 GMT

Major shoe retailer Wittner falls into administration, seeks buyer

A 100-year-old company that survived two world wars has been taken down by the cost-of-living in 2025.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:38:38 GMT

‘Takes a breath’: ASX marginally lower on slow trading day

The local market slid on sea-sawing session as investors wait to see the fallout from the latest Trump announcement.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:17:54 GMT

China's economy grows but US tariff shock looms large

China's economy has begun 2025 with robust growth but analysts fear the Asian powerhouse will stall in the face of US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:17:40 GMT

Footwear retailer Wittner appoints administrators amid rising operating costs

The business, which was founded over a century ago, collapsed into administration amid a tough operating environment for retailers.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:59:40 GMT