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NSW is again cleaning up after major floods. Are we veering towards the collapse of insurability?

Written by Kate Booth, Associate Professor of Human Geography, University of Tasmania

Once again, large parts of New South Wales have been devastated by floods. It’s estimated 10,000 homes and businesses may have been damaged or destroyed and the Insurance Council of Australia reports more than 6,000 insurance claims have been received for the Mid North Coast and Hunter region.

Hundreds of families are displaced. With many...

Australia is in the firing line of Trump’s looming ‘revenge tax’. It’s a fight we’re unlikely to win
Alexey_Arz/ShutterstockThe Australian Labor Party just won an election victory for the ages. Now, it may be forced to walk ba…
Virgin Australia is coming back to the share market. Here’s what this new chapter could mean
Petr Podrouzek/ShutterstockIt is finally happening. After five years of being a private company, Virgin Australia will relist…
In the trade wars, there are lessons for the US from Brexit. Australia and our trading partners should take note
General_4530/GettyWhile the Trump administration’s on-again, off-again trade wars wreak havoc on the business plans of …
Extreme weather events have slowed economic growth, adding to the case for another rate cut
Australia’s economy slowed sharply in the March quarter, growing by just 0.2% as government spending slowed and extreme…
Australia’s charity sector is growing – but many smaller charities are doing it tough
Revenue for Australia’s charity and not-for-profit sector has reached record highs, and total donations have grown. But…
Tax concessions on super need a rethink. These proposals would bring much needed reform
fizkes/ShutterstockThe federal government has proposed an additional tax of 15% on the earnings made on super balances of ove…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

We should simplify our industrial relations system, but not in the way big business wants
www.shutterstock.comAs Australia contemplates its post-COVID economy, industrial relations reform has been repackaged by some as the way to “kickstart” growth.The Business Council of Australia (BCA) has called for our workplace…
NZ’s clean car discount is a turn in the right direction, but how much will it drive consumer demand?
www.shutterstock.comNew Zealand faces two enormous challenges if it is to meet its international climate change commitments under the Paris Agreement: biogenic methane emissions from agriculture, and carbon emissions from industry…
Food you need to try in Beijing
Beijing is a beautiful and interesting destination for any kind of traveler. However, foodies will find a new heaven and will be able to try out tasty, flavorful and sometimes…

Deputy Launches Payroll in Australia: Purpose Built for Shift-Based Businesses

Deputy, the global people platform purpose-built for shift work, officially launched Deputy Payroll in Australia today — a seamless experience desig...

How Notion is Addressing Australia's Tech Bloat and Productivity Challenges

In Australia's rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are facing an unexpected challenge : tech bloat. This phenomenon is causing a signific...

Konica Minolta Australia partners with Box to drive Intelligent Content Management

Konica Minolta Australia has announced a strategic partnership with Box, the leader in Intelligent Content Management, to deliver a transformative...

TP Leverages AI for Accent-Translation to Improve Customer Engagement

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The quiet majority: why marketers need to cater to low intent shoppers

When shoppers are browsing online, whether for a new phone, holiday, or pair of shoes, they usually know exactly where they stand. Sometimes they’...

Lack of Salary Transparency is Costing Businesses Top Talent, Says Recruiters

As end-of-financial-year reviews approach, new research reveals a growing disconnect between Australian employers and employees on the issue of sa...