With Christmas right around the corner, the prospect of shopping for presents looms large but it certainly doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s how.
Elizabeth Pike
Aussies are divided after spotting a backyard tent being rented out for over $80 a night as the housing and cost of living crises reach a shocking new low.
The federal government could suspend the export licence of a major Tasmanian meat processor amid allegations of animal cruelty.
Ethan James
Footage shows Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann going through security before being taken to a senator’s office. What happens next is the subject of conflicting stories.
Steve Zemek
The average home loan borrower who hasn't refinanced has paid more than $25,000 extra since the start of the interest rate hiking cycle, research shows.
John Kidman
The Albanese Government knew what needed to be done to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, but once again it has been found to be sadly lacking.
Paul Murray
There are many different definitions of a brand, but my favourite one is ‘your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room’ (thanks to Amazon’s Jeff Bezos for that one).
Lanna Hill
A Neerabup property with arguably Australia’s best man cave — complete with a quintessential bush pub — is looking for a new owner.
Kim Macdonald
When property editor Kim Macdonald decided to help vulnerable women in the domestic violence crisis, she came up with a bold plan.
Kate Emery
It’s party time, with a bunch of music events and Christmas markets around Perth.
Belle Taylor
See the top 10 property growth hotspots for 2023 and the 10 most expensive suburbs.
West Aussies have been issued with a stern Christmas warning that if the remainder of the hotly debated industrial relations bill becomes law, it could spell trouble for consumers and workers alike.
Dan Jervis-Bardy
China has publicly confirmed it has accepted Australian barley, likely to be made into beer, for the first time in three years – news that will set the grains industry cheering.
Katina Curtis
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have notched their highest closing levels since early 2022 after a robust jobs report fuelled hope of a soft landing for the economy.
Noel Randewich and Amruta Khandekar
US job growth accelerated in November according to the country's Labor Department.
Staff Writers
New data from PropTrack shows which suburbs saw the biggest price hikes this year, and which are Australia’s most expensive overall.
Anthony Anderson
There could be scandals and headlines in decades to come thanks to plans unveiled by the Albanese Government this week to create a pervasive new class of modestly-qualified financial advisers.
Neale Prior
Competition concerns, political intrigue and shareholder value: The West Australian looks in-depth at the potential $80 billion Santos and Woodside mega-deal.
Matt Mckenzie, Adrian Rauso and Adrian Lowe
When the Boomtown Rats, an Irish band, released “I Don’t Like Mondays” in 1979, the song became an instant hit.
Rio Tinto does the right thing after big boss Dominic Barton’s visit thwarts Wesfarmers’ Christmas party plans.
The West Australian
The University of Western Australia’s childcare centre will be put up for sale after being handed over to administrators.
Matt Mckenzie
West Australians were careful to not to overspend during the Black Friday sales last month in another sign higher inflation and interest rates are weighing heavily on household budgets.
Cheyanne Enciso
APM Human Services’ share price has extended its gradual descent since listing on the ASX more than two years ago, dipping to a new low during the week.
Simone Grogan
A formerly high-powered female executive has been charged with corruption after an investigation into her business practices.
Adelaide Lang
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