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The royal commission into antisemitism has been told the Jewish community feels ‘exhausted’ by the hypervigilance required to navigate their daily lives Queensland’s only pumped hydro project under construction is delayed, adding further pressure to the state government’s energy plans. The treasurer’s fifth budget confirms intentions to put higher taxes on wealth but without reducing income taxes, cutting spending or boosting productivity. Every argument being made now and in the next few weeks could have been made before the last election – and carried.

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As largely expected, the 2026 Federal Budget has delivered a twin tax blow to landlords and property investors in a bid to make it easier for Australians to buy their own homes. Get news, reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarGuide, ACM’s exclusive motoring partner. Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs, politics and more. Perry Williams writes on business from our Sydney newsroom, specialising in gaming and resources.

The disgraced businessman already resigned as executive chairman of Australian Community Media last week. Markets run on information, but in the age of artificial intelligence, fake news and social media, investors must always question it or risk catastrophic results. Our three tax cuts, instant deduction and the new offset are the equivalent of up to $54 back in the average earner’s pocket each week. A government with a massive parliamentary majority, an opposition in disarray and no election imminent.

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• Emergency services were called to Karreman Quarries on West Mount Cotton Road in Sheldon about 2.20pm yesterday following reports a man had been critically injured in a forklift incident.
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• A 10-minute set-up for automated deposits and sustainable spending buffers prevent minor financial lapses from derailing long-term prosperity.
• The pokies giant said on Monday it had known about the overseas criminal investigation since 2019, but the board determined it did not need to inform the ASX.
• A government with a massive parliamentary majority, an opposition in disarray and no election imminent.

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The Sydney pokies and pub billionaire has fought off top payid online pokies australia a legal challenge that tried to reduce the number of gaming machines in two of his Alice Springs hotels. States and territories will review information-sharing systems and alcohol laws under an agreement for urgent action. There are the men who perpetrate financial abuse, but there are also the platforms which have for too long been unprepared to confront the damage they facilitate. Only a week after the club played a “respect” game for gender equality, new data shows its reliance on revenue that experts say is linked to relationship abuse.

Kjerulf Ainsworth has made the move to stop an off-market takeover by major shareholder Novomatic. Documents show executives at the gaming machines giant were paid $15 million by its billionaire founder shortly after he offloaded his 53 per cent stake. Emergency services responded to reports of a crash shortly after 7.45 am today, with multiple crews, including a helicopter, now at the scene.

See how the government plans to help younger Australians into the housing market, increase taxes on Baby Boomers and rein in NDIS spending. The reason today’s senior executives are ‘shy’ about ESG is that their efforts have not prevented major scandals. Investors and CEOs say non-financial issues remain a key risk for businesses, but we may have outgrown the phrase ‘environmental, social, governance’. Spanish daily “El Pais” reported that the passenger left MV Hondius between April 22 and 24, 10 days after the first reports of death from a strain of hantavirus.

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Anika Wells has repaid $10,116 to the public purse for four taxpayer-funded trips, which included $8093 in expenses and a $2023 penalty. April has been working as a journalist for 10 years and has worked in Australia, Scotland and England for magazines and newspapers and as a digital journalist. Your digital replica of Today’s Paper.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Only Tangalooma offers the largest selection of day tours from Brisbane to Moreton Island, making this experience Brisbane’s best day out. If you are searching for the best things to do in Brisbane, Tangalooma’s day trip cruises are jam-packed with activities, tours, beach time, and they also have lunch included. Tangalooma Beach has been awarded the prestigious title of the ‘World’s Best Beach to See Nature’ by Lonely Planet, securing its place among the top 100 beaches globally.

The warning from the Australian Institute of Company Directors came despite concerns Australia is “cherry-picking” global sustainability reporting standards. The Swiss-based commodities giant had proposed spinning off the fossil fuel into a separate company but has decided to retain the division. Institutional investors see natural capital as the next force in corporate governance, with big implications for companies growing and selling food.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers today confirmed the tax break will be officially enshrined in law and will come into effect in time for the 2027 tax season next year. The Mark Zuckerberg-founded company plans to cut its global workforce by 10 per cent and will cancel around 6000 open positions as Meta offsets its AI spend in a ruthless pursuit of “efficiency”. James Susler, a business owner and contestant on season eight of the reality show, only opened his Chery Melbourne City dealership five days ago. The government is still hanging its hopes on global oil prices declining by mid-way through the year, and stabilisation by the same time in 2027. Stay in the know on news that matters to you with twice weekly newsletters from The Senior. Smart property news for Newcastle

Look at the companies whose shares have hit all-time highs this week and what do you see? The Australian Financial Review ESG Summit 2025, where Australia’s top leaders shape the future of responsible business in an era of rising scrutiny and accountability. The big investor says it was drawn to the miner’s shift to metallurgical coal and remains committed to net zero by 2050 after buying shares last week. Australian Institute of Company Directors chair Naomi Edwards says the business community could live with annual elections of directors. How to balance good governance with financial return for shareholders remains a burning issue when it comes to ESG investing.

If I lived here I’d be going every week for sure. Inside, calming rooms, a nurturing day spa, indoor bath house, and dining harnessing fresh, seasonal flavours complete the experience. Ladbrokes has withdrawn a betting product offering instant online wagers on live sports because of the Coalition government crackdown on the service. James Packer’s Crown Resorts will split its international business off from its Australian operations. James Packer’s Crown Resorts will split its international business off from its Australian operations