63 m. ago Liberal contenders share a Thai dinner as Ley’s leadership is tested

Angus Taylor, Andrew Hastie and a group of conservatives met last night at the Kingston Foreshore precinct where Malcolm Turnbull once met allies to discuss Tony Abbott’s fate.

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2 h. ago How does the government’s three free hours of solar power work?

Energy Minister Chris Bowen is promising there is “no catch” for customers who sign up to get three hours of free power under his new Solar Sharer plans.

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7 h. ago Lehrmann’s fears of ‘Christmas raid’ by national corruption watchdog

The former federal Liberal staffer has told the Federal Court he has been questioned by the National Anti-Corruption Commission in two separate investigations.

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7 h. ago ‘Peace President’ Trump is driving a share bonanza for weapons makers

As the US president brands himself as the world’s peacemaker, defence stocks are absolutely booming.

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7 h. ago ‘The cheapest option’: Why Gen Z couples are moving in together sooner

Shared living and other cost-cutting measures are beginning to take a toll on relationships, as young couples come up with creative solutions.

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8 h. ago ASX slips ahead of RBA decision; Miners, energy stocks, utilities fall

The Australian sharemarket opened lower on Melbourne Cup Day as investors await the Reserve Bank’s interest rate decision and outlook for future rate cuts in the afternoon. 

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12 h. ago ASX set to fall ahead of RBA decision; AI stocks prop up Wall Street

The Australian sharemarket is set to open lower on Melbourne Cup Day as investors await the Reserve Bank’s interest rate decision and outlook for future rate cuts in the afternoon. 

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14 h. ago Richard White was selling $20 million in WiseTech shares during AFP raid

The sale was scheduled before White knew about a raid connected to an insider-trading probe that has sunk WiseTech’s share price.

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14 h. ago Richard White sold $20 million in WiseTech shares during AFP raid

The sale was scheduled before the co-founder knew about an insider trading probe that has hit the company’s share price.

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28 h. ago As the world’s greatest human crisis takes a hideous turn, Trump turns away

For a White House that loves a quick deal and a photo-op, a US-led answer to this crisis – which has rapidly deteriorated in the past week – seems unlikely.

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30 h. ago Bank shares drive ASX into the green; Westpac gains 2.8 per cent

The Australian sharemarket moved higher on Monday, as Westpac’s results helped to spark a rally in the big four’s shares.

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30 h. ago Westpac boss says selling $21.4b RAMS loan book will help cut costs

The country’s second-largest mortgage lender will lose market share under a plan to sell RAMS, but CEO Anthony Miller says the move makes sense.

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31 h. ago As world’s greatest human crisis takes hideous turn, Trump turns away

For a White House that loves a quick deal and a photo-op, a US-led answer to this crisis – which has rapidly deteriorated in the past week – seems unlikely.

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37 h. ago ASX set to dip, Wall Street boosted by Amazon; RBA day on Tuesday

The Australian sharemarket is set for a tepid start to the week while mortgage holders are unlikely to get a helping hand on Tuesday.

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62 h. ago Selfies can be a bit cringe, but here’s how to take a good one

An expert shares tips on the right lighting, make-up and poses, and what to do if it all gets too much.

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62 h. ago ‘She always said no’: The one politician Annabel Crabb couldn’t pin down

The decorated journalist and TV presenter also shares how she’s learnt to live with personal loss, and why her latest project is ripe for our “turbulent times”.

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62 h. ago Fancy a brain boost? A dietitian recommends this popular sushi ingredient

Chef Vincent Lim shares his day on a plate.

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62 h. ago ‘I couldn’t sleep for days’: The Sydney designer making shoes with Adidas

Song of the Mute co-founder Melvin Tanaya also shares the items on his wish list, including a very fancy watch.

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3 d. ago Derby Day best dressed: My Fair Lady and gangster vibes the big winners

People love a dress code. “It makes things easier,” says stylist Lana Wilkinson about the tradition of wearing black and white to Derby Day. Here’s who cracked the code.

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3 d. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Flemington awash in black and white as Waller storms to win on Derby Day

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the Spring Racing Carnival continues.

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