The Australian sharemarket finished the week in the red as banks and energy companies fell, while gold miners had another positive day. Events
The Australian sharemarket had lost ground at lunchtime as banks and energy companies fell, while gold miners had another positive day. Events
The Australian sharemarket has shot up after a rise in unemployment fuelled bets the Reserve Bank may cut interest rates. Economics
Australians are increasingly choosing to start their families at older ages. Society
Australia conjured another miracle World Cup win against India, this time thanks to heroics from Alyssa Healy. Their opponents now expect it. Politics
Unit rents rose $35 a week over the past year as some tenants seek more economical options than houses, hitting their affordability ceiling. Events
The gold price has hit a record overnight, topping $US4000 an ounce. Donald Trump, political dysfunction and rising global debt levels are all helping to drive its gains. Politics