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Rudd's rental affordability scheme was a $1 billion gift to developers; Abbott was right to axe it

Written by Brendan Coates, Program Director, Household Finances, Grattan Institute

Labor's so-called Rental Affordability Scheme did little to make those who most needed it, but it helped landlords.Shutterstock

Most Australians are spending more of their income on housing than they used to, but low-income households are being squeezed the hardest.

Many are in poverty, and many more are suffering financial stress. A growing number...

Australia was once a world leader in innovation. A new report shows the system is now ‘broken’
Sinem Görücü via Better Images of AI, CC BYAustralia’s research and innovation system is “broken&r…
Yes, what you think about inflation can influence what the RBA does next
Zhang Na/Xinhua via Getty ImagesAfter two back-to-back interest rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) in February…
Why millions of JB Hi-Fi customers are getting these texts and emails about a court case
It looks like a scam. But if you’ve received an unexpected email or text message, starting withThe Supreme Court of Vic…
RBA narrowly votes to lift interest rates. The Middle East war may determine if there’s more to come
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted official interest rates for the second time this year as it struggles to bring…
The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you too
Getty ImagesAs well as checking the news for updates on events in the Middle East, many New Zealanders are also nervously che…
Matt Canavan is keen on income splitting. Here’s what it would mean for couples
Newly elected Nationals leader Matt Canavan has proposed allowing couples with dependent children to split their income for t…

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…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

Ross Gittins on the government's 'surplus obsession'
The Australian economy is growing slowly, with people not opening their purses and businesses uncertain about the future. The Reserve Bank has cut interest rates three times this year -…
Do's and Don'ts: 5 Tips for Discounting Products Without Compromising Profitability
Whether your product is a cheap and cheerful ceramic cookware set or a luxury car, offering a discount can be a double-edged sword. While it will certainly entice customers and…
6 Ways to Become More Productive in your Law Practice
Productivity is all about doing the right things at the right time, which necessitates completing a task in the most effective and efficient way that is possible. Undeniably, while many…

Time to punch above our weight and stop shadowboxing on AI

Australia prides itself on being an innovation economy. We celebrate startups, talk about productivity, and lean into our reputation for punching ...

Colter Bay Capital Launches as Australia’s Newest Institutional Private Credit Fund

Led by seasoned capital markets veteran Mark Wang, the fund is purpose-built to serve Australia’s most productive yet chronically underserved busi...

Global Thryv voices bring a sharper lens to International Women’s Day

Thryv® (NASDAQ: THRY), ANZ’s leading AI-enabled small business marketing software platform provider, marks International Women’s Day (IWD) with a bu...

AI curiosity fuels new wave of employee-led innovation in Australia

Leaders across Australia are asking themselves how they can ensure their employees get the most out of AI. We recently conducted research to help an...

Is your search bar your competitor’s best salesperson?

A few weeks ago, I was watching the Super Bowl. Traditionally, those halftime ad spots are reserved for the world’s biggest, most established bran...

AIIMS Group and AdVisible merge

Two of Australia’s most established independent agencies unite, creating marketing powerhouse backed by three decades of combined experience ...

Rudd's rental affordability scheme was a $1 billion gift to developers; Abbott was right to axe it

Australia was once a world leader in innovation. A new report shows the system is now ‘broken’

Yes, what you think about inflation can influence what the RBA does next

Why millions of JB Hi-Fi customers are getting these texts and emails about a court case

RBA narrowly votes to lift interest rates. The Middle East war may determine if there’s more to come

The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you too

Matt Canavan is keen on income splitting. Here’s what it would mean for couples

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

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

Ross Gittins on the government's 'surplus obsession'

Do's and Don'ts: 5 Tips for Discounting Products Without Compromising Profitability

6 Ways to Become More Productive in your Law Practice

Time to punch above our weight and stop shadowboxing on AI

Colter Bay Capital Launches as Australia’s Newest Institutional Private Credit Fund

Global Thryv voices bring a sharper lens to International Women’s Day

AI curiosity fuels new wave of employee-led innovation in Australia

Is your search bar your competitor’s best salesperson?

AIIMS Group and AdVisible merge

How Contiki is Redefining Travel for Young Adventurers

Navigating the Cosmetic Advertising Crackdown Before September Guidelines Hit

Defining Actionable AI for Australian IT Efficiency and Security