Fresh data shows national wage growth has slowed
Stats chief says 'decline in the share of jobs with larger wage rises has contributed to slower wage growth overall'.
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Stats chief says 'decline in the share of jobs with larger wage rises has contributed to slower wage growth overall'.
Assistant treasurer says 'reforms are designed to disrupt some of the most damaging business models operating in the system'.
The treasurer has cautioned against a push for Australians to dip into their super early to deal with cost-of-living pressures.
One state's plan to act on the water and energy use of fast-tracked data centres could be a blueprint for national reform, a climate group says.
Unemployment and wage figures are the pick of the week's economic data, while traders will tune in to a "fireside chat" with the Reserve Bank deputy governor.
A call to expand early access to retirement funds to tackle cost-of-living pressures from Pauline Hanson has given the government a boost in a busy week.
Real estate and construction group Lendlease continues to struggle against a heavy share price, leadership departures and its exit from global operations.
One Nation calls for a relaxation of rules around withdrawing retirement savings to help people pay off their own homes.
Consumer confidence, which has been hit by three rate hikes in 2026 and the Middle East oil shock, remains deeply pessimistic.
Peak body says 'creating the right investment conditions is the only responsible, long-term housing affordability solution'.