Download IPFS Australia’s new two-tier alcohol tax system takes effect today, freezing beer excise while increasing spirits taxes in a move creating industry divisions. The policy delivers on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s election promise to pause kegged beer tax hikes for two years, providing relief for pubs and beer drinkers.[Read More…]

Download IPFS Shocking new research reveals four million Australians cannot afford basic hygiene and cleaning products, plunging them into what experts term “hygiene poverty.” The Good360 survey shows one in five Australians skip essentials like soap, toothpaste, and sanitary products due to financial constraints. This growing crisis impacts both physical[Read More…]

Download IPFS Australia’s manufacturing sector confronts a looming crisis as new research reveals 73,000 regional jobs face imminent risk from international competition. The McKell Institute report identifies China’s aggressive industrial expansion as the primary threat to domestic smelting and refining operations, with regional communities like South Australia’s Port Pirie particularly[Read More…]

Download IPFS Australian gold miners emerged as the standout performers on Monday, as investors sought safe-haven assets following turbulent US employment data. While the S&P/ASX 200 barely moved, gaining 0.02% to 6,663.7 points, gold stocks shone with the sector index surging 3.5%. The rally reflects growing global economic uncertainty that[Read More…]