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The toxic 'trickle-down effect' that's killing some Aussies' sporting dreams
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 07:36 PM
by Unknown
Cruel locker room 'jokes' slowly tore Tim’s dreams of becoming an athlete apart. Harmful attitudes on the field are also driving people like him away. But are Australian sports fans ready to tackle toxic masculinity?
What does boosting Australia's defence spending to 3 per cent look like?
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 08:28 AM
by Unknown
Labor has accused the Coalition of "plucking a number out of thin air" after it pledged to significantly boost Australia's defence budget.
Chalmers, Taylor duel over company tax breaks in heated business debate
Smart Co •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 07:08 AM
by David Adams
A testy exchange over corporate tax rate cuts caught the attention of small business owners at Wednesday's business debate.
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Chalmers, Taylor duel over company tax breaks in heated business debate
Isentia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 07:08 AM
by David Adams
A testy exchange over corporate tax rate cuts caught the attention of small business owners on Wednesday, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers pressed Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor over the Coalition's post-election plans.
Appearing in Melbourne for the ...
After losing her daughter, Julie faced a 'horrendous' superannuation reality
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 06:58 AM
by Unknown
After losing her daughter Molly to suicide while trying to escape an abusive relationship, Julie Adams was devastated to learn Molly's abuser could legally claim her superannuation. It's a loophole Labor is now promising to close.
Dutton says Coalition would re-screen Palestinians and recognise new Israeli capital
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 04:17 AM
by Unknown
Peter Dutton has cited security concerns for re-screening Palestinians from Gaza — a stance previously criticised — and said the Coalition would reinstate the Morrison-era recognition of West Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
'I said what I said': Liberal MP grilled on 'women shouldn't serve on frontlines' remark
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 03:22 AM
by Unknown
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie has defended his views on women serving in combat roles, saying "I said what I said".
Why the IMF is slashing Australia's economic growth forecast
SBS Australia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 01:31 AM
by Unknown
In its latest assessment of the global economy, the International Monetary Fund has slashed its growth outlook for Australia.
Australian circular economy pioneer Zero Co is shutting down
Smart Co •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 01:02 AM
by David Adams
Zero Co, the Australian cleaning goods startup promising a sustainable alternative to throwaway packaging, will cease trading at the end of the month, says founder Mike Smith.
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Australian circular economy pioneer Zero Co is shutting down
Isentia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 01:02 AM
by David Adams
Zero Co, the Australian cleaning goods startup promising a sustainable alternative to throwaway packaging, will cease trading at the end of the month, says founder Mike Smith.
The announcement signals the end of a startup that championed the c...
Aussie founded Superpower raises $47 million to help people live longer
Smart Co •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 12:53 AM
by Eloise Keating
A who's who of tech and celebrity investors have backed Australian entrepreneur Max Marchione and his US co-founders in a $47 million Series A funding round.
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Aussie founded Superpower raises $47 million to help people live longer
Isentia •
Published: April 23, 2025 at 12:53 AM
by Eloise Keating
A who's who of tech and celebrity investors have backed Australian entrepreneur Max Marchione and his US co-founders in a $47 million (US$30 million) Series A funding round that values their health startup Superpower at more than $300 million.
...
ATO expands fixed rate WFH deductions to 70c per hour
Smart Co •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM
by David Adams
Taxpayers claiming deductions for home office expenses could receive a little more this financial year, after the ATO bumped the popular fixed rate deduction to 70 cents per hour.
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ATO expands fixed rate WFH deductions to 70c per hour
Isentia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM
by David Adams
Taxpayers claiming deductions for home office expenses could receive a little more this financial year, after the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) bumped the popular fixed rate deduction to 70 cents per hour.
The tax office quietly updated its...
Trump’s tariffs prompt IMF to cut Australia’s growth projection to 1.6%
Smart Co •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 11:10 PM
by Jacob Shteyman
Australia's growth outlook has taken a severe cut in a dire assessment of the global economy by the International Monetary Fund.
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Trump’s tariffs prompt IMF to cut Australia’s growth projection to 1.6%
Isentia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 11:10 PM
by Jacob Shteyman
Australia's growth outlook has taken a severe cut in a dire assessment of the global economy by the International Monetary Fund.
The United Nations financial agency said uncertainty has surged to unprecedented levels as a result of US Presiden...
Coalition pledges to increase Australia’s defence spend to 3 per cent of GDP
SBS Australia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 08:26 PM
by Unknown
The Opposition leader has cited the rise of authoritarianism and conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine as reasons for his increase in defence spending.
At 26, Michael learned a secret about his dad that changed his life — in a surprising way
SBS Australia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 07:45 PM
by Unknown
Everyone has secrets. Keeping them can feel lonely and isolating, but discovering them can be devastating.
A former Triple J host is hoping his Uber 'side-hustle' will help him unseat a Liberal MP
SBS Australia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 07:43 PM
by Unknown
Independent candidate Alex Dyson has been trying to unseat Liberal MP Dan Tehan for years. A new poll suggests an upset could be possible on 3 May.
'We don’t notice it': Meet the Aussie twins taking the internet by storm for speaking in unison
SBS Australia •
Published: April 22, 2025 at 07:32 AM
by Unknown
Australian twin sisters Bridgette and Paula Powers hope their resurgent fame from a viral video will help raise awareness about their efforts to save seabirds and pelicans.