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‘Extremely hostile’: Trump lashes China over trade controls but there may be a silver lining

Written by Marina Yue Zhang, Associate Professor, Technology and Innovation, University of Technology Sydney

The trade dispute between the United States and China has resumed. US President Donald Trump lashed out at the weekend at Beijing’s planned tightening of restrictions over crucial rare-earth minerals.

In response, Trump has threatened 100% tariffs on Chinese imports.

But with the higher tariff rate not due to start...

SBCo Appointed Strategic Communications Partner for THE PILLARS - Sydney’s Private Members Club
SBCo, Founder/Director, Sally Burleigh has been appointed as the retained strategic PR and communications partner for Sydne…
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Get ready for a budget slowdown. But Chalmers insists we won’t see a recession
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The federal budget takes some big swings, with reforms to capital gains tax and negative gearing. There are also major spends…
A budget with a bundle of reforms in a time of ‘extreme uncertainty’
This year’s budget combines fiscal policy – taxes and spending – with a heavy focus on better regulation.Th…
Aurecon bolsters South Australian leadership to support major infrastructure growth
Asia Pacific design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon is reinforcing its investment into South Australia by annou…

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…

NEW SOUTH WALES ABORIGINAL LAND COUNCIL LODGE COMPLAINT WITH THE AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION ON CROWN LANDS BILL
The New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) has formally lodged a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) regarding the Crown Land Management Amendment (Statutory Review) Bill 2026…

What Steps Should Restaurant Workers Take When Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim?
When it comes to submitting a workers' compensation claim as a restaurant employee, the process can be as complicated as completing a delicate puzzle. Understanding your rights and ensuring you…
The RBA is stuck in a tug-of-war, as it holds rates steady
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has ended the year with a steady hand, keeping the cash rate at 3.6% at its final meeting of 2025. The decision was widely…
Ordermentum reaches $1bn in annual gross merchandise value
The number #1 food and beverage platform is primed for accelerated growth Sleeping hospitality tech giant, Ordermentum, has reached a whopping $1 billion in annual gross merchandise value; a figure that has advanced…

Bunji dog treats to hit Ritchies shelves

Cooee Native Superfoods’ Bunji range of dog kibble and treats is rolling out across Ritchies Supermarkets now, with stock already on shelves in se...

Pre-Budget Expectations

“Australian corporates and SMBs are under pressure. Competition from global players is intensifying, margins are under strain, and technology adop...

“Time is running out to get Payday ready,” Brighter Super urges

Superannuation fund Brighter Super is encouraging business owners to prepare now for Payday Super, ahead of the new laws taking effect from 1 July...

PayNuts Unveils Expanded Integrated Solutions and Refreshed Brand to Support Australian SMEs

PayNuts, one of Australia’s fastest-growing payment service providers, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and an expanded suite of integrated b...

BizCover Brings Australia’s First AI-Based Insurance Quotes to ChatGPT

Australian small business owners can now receive and compare business insurance quotes directly inside ChatGPT, in a move that signals a major shi...

VistaPrint Research Reveals Australian Small Businesses Face a Succession Cliff

With only 16% of retiring small businesses having a succession plan, tens of thousands risk closure as one in three owners nears retirement. Ne...

‘Extremely hostile’: Trump lashes China over trade controls but there may be a silver lining

SBCo Appointed Strategic Communications Partner for THE PILLARS - Sydney’s Private Members Club

Feeling the pinch? Here are some ways to find savings – and even fight inflation

Get ready for a budget slowdown. But Chalmers insists we won’t see a recession

At a glance: budget 2026

A budget with a bundle of reforms in a time of ‘extreme uncertainty’

Aurecon bolsters South Australian leadership to support major infrastructure growth

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

NEW SOUTH WALES ABORIGINAL LAND COUNCIL LODGE COMPLAINT WITH THE AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION ON CROWN LANDS BILL

What Steps Should Restaurant Workers Take When Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim?

The RBA is stuck in a tug-of-war, as it holds rates steady

Ordermentum reaches $1bn in annual gross merchandise value

Bunji dog treats to hit Ritchies shelves

Pre-Budget Expectations

“Time is running out to get Payday ready,” Brighter Super urges

PayNuts Unveils Expanded Integrated Solutions and Refreshed Brand to Support Australian SMEs

BizCover Brings Australia’s First AI-Based Insurance Quotes to ChatGPT

VistaPrint Research Reveals Australian Small Businesses Face a Succession Cliff

The risks of underinvesting in CX

Why Your Business Is Being Left In the Economic Dust: Nimble Risk Management During Uncertainty

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers