by Scott | Feb 6, 2026 | HOUSEHOLD ECONOMICS
The ASX 200 closed the week at 8,708.80, down approximately 1.8% for the week.
by Scott | Feb 5, 2026 | ENERGY SECURITY
Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham have been named as Australia’s flag bearers for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Both are veteran moguls skiers — Anthony is the defending Olympic champion in women’s moguls, and Graham is a silver...
by Scott | Feb 4, 2026 | GOVERNMENT & POLICY
The Federal Government has confirmed the divestment of 64 Defence sites and partial sale of three others, including HMAS Penguin and RAAF Williams, with funds redirected to strengthen northern and western bases in line with shifting strategic priorities.
by Scott | Feb 4, 2026 | HOUSEHOLD ECONOMICS
Annual living costs rose for every household type in the December 2025 quarter, with age pensioner households hit hardest (+4.2%) due to rising electricity and housing costs, while employee households saw the smallest increase (+2.3%) as mortgage interest charges fell...
by Scott | Feb 3, 2026 | HOUSEHOLD ECONOMICS
The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85%, marking the first rate hike of 2026 as inflationary pressures persist, according to the official RBA media release.