Oliver’s Insights – The RBA cuts for the third time – expect a further gradual easing to 2.85%
14 August
Key pointsThe RBA cut its cash rate by 0.25% taking it to 3.6%. This is the third rate cut in this easing cycle.The RBA sees inflation running around target but has revised its growth forecasts down again. Its forecasts assume that the cash rate...[Read More]
Pride swells as zoo’s lion cub roars into action
13 August
A new lion cub is on the prowl in the nation’s capital.Lion cub Nyra was in a playful mood on Friday at the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra.With mum Nairibi and dad Mlinzi, Nyra lazed in the winter sun and snuggled with her parents as the...[Read More]
The Showgirl must go on: Taylor Swift reveals new album
13 August
Superstar Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.Swift, who has won 14 Grammys including an unprecedented four trophies for album of the year, announced the album in a podcast episode with her boyfriend and US...[Read More]
Downsizing danger: How unlocking home equity could cost you your age pension
7 August
For many older Australians, the family home is their most valuable asset. As retirement progresses and the kids move out, downsizing to a smaller, more manageable property can seem like a smart financial move. It can free up cash, reduce maintenance...[Read More]
Star-studded push to lure tourists to Australia
6 August
Robert Irwin and English television chef Nigella Lawson are among the stars enlisted to tempt tourists to visit the land Down Under in a “tried and tested” representation of Australia.Shots of the celebrities set against the country’s most...[Read More]
Harris puts gold stamp on Australia’s swim world titles
6 August
Swimming with her eyes shut, Meg Harris has put a golden exclamation mark on Australia’s world titles with victory in the women’s 50m freestyle.Harris’ gold medal on Sunday’s last night of the titles in Singapore came amid silver medals to...[Read More]
Who’s top dog? Wave-riding canines compete for glory
6 August
Charlie the yellow lab likes surfing so much he’ll grab his surfboard and run towards the water, so much so that his humans sometimes have to hide it if they want to chit-chat with friends on the beach.On Saturday, Charlie was set to join about 20...[Read More]
Oliver’s Insights – Poor Australian productivity – why all the fuss? And what to do about it?
31 July
Key pointsThe last decade has seen productivity stagnate in Australia. This has curtailed growth in living standards and real wages.Policies to boost productivity include: deregulation; more housing supply; a cap on public spending; and tax...[Read More]
Musicians, actors, writers call for protection from AI
31 July
Most creative workers want the government to intervene in the unrestricted use of artificial intelligence software, a study has found, and more than half are “extremely concerned” about use of the technology and its impact on jobs.Actors,...[Read More]
Eddie Murphy to play Clouseau in new Pink Panther movie
30 July
Eddie Murphy has confirmed he will play Inspector Clouseau in the next Pink Panther movie.The Shrek star was first reported to be in talks to take on the iconic character back in 2023, and he has now revealed it’s among his upcoming roles.He told...[Read More]
A great straight eight as Aussies sweep up T20 record
30 July
Australia have created a slice of cricket history after completing an eight-match clean sweep of their West Indies tour with a three-wicket win in the fifth and final T20I in St Kitts.After bowling the home team out for just 170, their lowest score...[Read More]
Guaranteed income for life
24 July
As you get closer to retirement—or if you’re already enjoying it—you might be wondering how to make your money last. One option that’s getting more attention in Australia is something called a lifetime guaranteed income stream. It might...[Read More]
‘The Happiest Place on Earth’ celebrates turning 70
23 July
Disneyland is celebrating 70 years of being ‘The Happiest Place on Earth’.The summer-long festivities in southern California include the opening of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life”, a show featuring a lifelike animatronic of the company’s...[Read More]
Superman a movie about kindness in mean and petty world
16 July
Donning the famous red cape for the first time in the new Superman movie gave actor David Corenswet a big confidence boost.A relative newcomer, Corenswet follows in the footsteps of Christopher Reeve and more recently Henry Cavill as Clark Kent and...[Read More]
Olympic champion Trew, 15, skates into record books
16 July
Teenage Olympic champion skateboarder Arisa Trew has made history by winning more gold medals in the X Games summer disciplines than any other woman – and she has no intention of slowing down.The 15-year-old Australian beamed a wide smile as she...[Read More]