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Surcharges are added to most purchases, but what are the rules behind these extra fees?

Written by Steve Worthington, Adjunct Professor, Swinburne University of Technology

You head to the register at the cafe to pay for your lunch, swipe your card and suddenly realise you’ve been hit with an extra small but unexpected charge.

It might be listed on your receipt as a service or merchant fee, but either way it’s because you’ve used a credit or debit card.

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Surcharges are added to most purchases, but what are the rules behind these extra fees?

Want a dog-friendly workplace? Here’s what you’ll need to get right

This little-known government scheme can help retirees tap into $3 trillion of housing wealth

Could NZ’s next Christchurch Call be a push for fairer, safer AI?

Telstra Business launches Telstra’s Managed IT Services - a first-of-its kind offering from the Australian telco industry to help small-mid sized businesses boost productivity and security

Housing construction costs are already rising, increasing risks of builders going bust

In the age of AI, why do Australian company boards have so few technology experts?

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Brisbane Facilities Managers Pivot Under Staffing Pressures

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How to Apply for More Jobs in Less Time Using AI Automation

Why Middle Australia Is Quietly Driving the Shift Away From Car Ownership

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