Jun 19, 2026
Labor loses ground but treasurer says ‘it’s worth it’
Chalmers still says reforms are worthwhile but admits Labor has suffered from 'big partisan political campaign' against it.
Jacob Shteyman
Jun 18, 2026
Slowing economy may shut door on rate hikes
Stagnant productivity means households face higher inflation and lower living standards, but the treasurer hopes cheaper housing will ward off voter discontent.
Jun 17, 2026
RBA says economy ‘is going to shrink this quarter’
Economists predict interest rates to remain on hold for the rest of this year, with likely cuts to occur in 2027.
Jun 16, 2026
RBA keeps interest rates on hold for first time in 2026
After three straight interest rate hikes, the Reserve Bank has opted to leave the official cash rate steady at 4.35 per cent, as predicted by economists.
Jun 16, 2026
RBA ‘no knight in shining armour’ for mortgage holders
The Reserve Bank is unanimously expected to leave interest rates on hold but whether the next move up or down remains uncertain.
Jun 15, 2026
Money men say Budget plans may boost productivity
Tax expert says government's bid for tax neutrality 'will always get you more productivity'.
Jun 11, 2026
CGT share changes will ease home prices, treasurer says
The treasurer has warned leaving a 50 per cent capital gains tax discount for shares could perversely funnel more investor money into existing housing.
Jun 11, 2026
Higher debt as territory axes stamp duty
Stamp duty will be abolished for ACT first home buyers in an Australian first, despite the territory budget set to surpass $12 billion in debt.
Jun 10, 2026
ACT to abolish stamp duty for first buyers
Treasurer says his budget is about 'supporting younger generations of Canberrans to own their home'.
Jun 9, 2026
Economists predict better news for interest rates
NAB joins CBA and ANZ to revise their forecast and expect the Reserve Bank to keep interest rates on hold.
