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• Live: Economy grows by 2.1 per cent in 12 months, Wall Street falls, Australian dollar tumbles

  05-09-2023 23:38 via abc.net.au
  
  The latest GDP data shows an annual slowdown in the Australian economy because of interest rate hikes.  Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• Live: Economy expected to tread water, Wall Street falls, Australian dollar tumbles

  05-09-2023 23:38 via abc.net.au
  
  The latest GDP data is expected to show an annual slowdown in the Australian economy because of interest rate hikes.  Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• Australian economy slows down as rate hikes bite, ASX and Australian dollar lose ground — as it happened

  05-09-2023 23:38 via abc.net.au
  
  The latest GDP data shows an annual slowdown in the Australian economy because of interest rate hikes. The Australian share market loses ground and the Australian dollar drops below 64 US cents. 
  
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• 'Low cost' or 'bottomless pit'? Secret documents detail failed efforts to rescue huge coal plant

  05-09-2023 23:17 via abc.net.au
  
  Trove of confidential documents shed light on claims by energy giant that throwing a lifeline to an ageing coal plant could be 'low cost' for taxpayers.
  
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• Taiwan's iPhone billionaire is shaking up the island’s presidential election in his bid to fulfil the wishes of a sea goddess

  05-09-2023 22:25 via abc.net.au
  
  Taiwan's iPhone billionaire is running for president with a lofty election promise to broker peace between Taiwan and China. But observers believe his election bid may result in a less China-friendly candidate securing the presidency.
  
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• Could electric vehicles charge the way to a net zero emissions future?

  05-09-2023 22:01 via abc.net.au
  
  On a sunny spring day, Robin can fully charge both his and his wife's electric vehicles by lunchtime. It could be a big step on the path to net zero.
  
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• Could electric cars charge the move to a net zero emissions future?

  05-09-2023 22:01 via abc.net.au
  
  On a sunny spring day, Robin can fully charge both his and his wife's electric vehicles by lunchtime. It could be a big step on the path to net zero.
  
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• Less than a year on, undersea cable project blows out by almost $2b

  05-09-2023 21:35 via abc.net.au
  
  The Tasmanian government details the $1.7 billion reason for downgrading the Marinus Link electricity interconnector from two to one cables, but opposition parties say many questions about costs remain unanswered.
  
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• A $1.7b cost blowout for Marinus Link revealed, but what will Tasmanians pay?

  05-09-2023 21:35 via abc.net.au
  
  The Tasmanian government details the $1.7 billion reason for downgrading the Marinus Link electricity interconnector from two to one cables, but opposition parties say many questions about costs remain unanswered.
  
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• New Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson faces an uphill battle to restore the public's faith as Alan Joyce departs

  05-09-2023 21:21 via abc.net.au
  
  With Alan Joyce announcing his abrupt departure from Qantas two months ahead of schedule, Vanessa Hudson is now in control of an airline with a reputation problem — and disgruntled customers say it will be tough to win them back.
  
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• Liz spent years trying to get her late mother's Qantas flight refunded. She wants the airline to 'do better' under its new boss

  05-09-2023 21:21 via abc.net.au
  
  With Alan Joyce announcing his abrupt departure from Qantas two months ahead of schedule, Vanessa Hudson is now in control of an airline with a reputation problem — and disgruntled customers say it will be tough to win them back.
  
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• Sean and Jane paid $720,000 for an apartment with no car parks and shared laundry. It was their path out of renting

  05-09-2023 20:55 via abc.net.au
  
  Medium- and high-density development in established suburbs is being spruiked as the solution to Australia's housing crisis. But there are still some risks. 
  
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• Australia is in a housing crisis and experts say the solution is building up, not out

  05-09-2023 20:55 via abc.net.au
  
  Medium- and high-density development in established suburbs is being spruiked as the solution to Australia's housing crisis. But there are still some risks. 
  
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• Anthony Albanese starts summit season talking trade ties and regional security, with China in mind

  05-09-2023 20:50 via abc.net.au
  
  The PM will use a speech to the ASEAN summit on Wednesday to release the government's South-East Asian Economic Strategy, a blueprint aimed at driving trade and investment north into the region.
  
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• Where you sit on this chart determines your level of housing stress

  05-09-2023 20:48 via abc.net.au
  
  Housing costs are at record highs, and we can show you who is bearing the brunt of the crisis.
  
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• A deeper look at housing stress reveals who's hurting and who's not

  05-09-2023 20:48 via abc.net.au
  
  Housing costs are at record highs, and we can show you who is bearing the brunt of the crisis.
  
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• These ski slopes would normally still be dusted with snow, but a warm winter put an end to that

  05-09-2023 10:20 via abc.net.au
  
  Selwyn Snow Resort has had a rough few years following the 2019/2020 Black Summer bushfires, with operators hoping 2024 will be kinder.
  
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• Senate to scrutinise planned $1.5bn Middle Arm industrial hub near Darwin

  05-09-2023 09:41 via abc.net.au
  
  The federal Senate votes to establish an inquiry into the NT government's controversial planned industrial precinct on Darwin Harbour.
  
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• Senate inquiry to scrutinise planned $1.5bn Middle Arm industrial hub near Darwin

  05-09-2023 09:41 via abc.net.au
  
  The federal Senate votes to establish an inquiry into the NT government's controversial planned industrial precinct on Darwin Harbour.
  
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• Controversial wind farm planned near World Heritage area downsized again and renamed

  05-09-2023 09:17 via abc.net.au
  
  The Chalumbin Wind Farm, which will now be known as the Wooroora Station Wind Farm, is scaled back to 42 turbines.
  
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• Malaysia lifts suspension of live cattle and buffalo exports

  05-09-2023 07:12 via abc.net.au
  
  Malaysia is once again accepting live cattle and buffalo exports from Australia. Will Indonesia follow suit?
  
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• Interest rates remain on hold as Philip Lowe calls time on his seven-year stint as RBA governor

  05-09-2023 06:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The Reserve Bank leaves interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent for the third month in a row, but says further increases to rates may be needed to bring down inflation in line with its target.
  
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• Interest rates on hold at 4.1pc for third-straight month after chief Lowe's final RBA meeting

  05-09-2023 06:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The Reserve Bank leaves interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent for the third month in a row, but says further increases to rates may be needed to bring down inflation in line with its target.
  
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• Hannah is one of thousands of home owners seeing the light as RBA leaves rates on hold again

  05-09-2023 06:30 via abc.net.au
  
  The Reserve Bank leaves interest rates steady at 4.1 per cent for the third month in a row, but says further increases to rates may be needed to bring down inflation in line with its target.
  
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• NSW government moves to delay closure of Australia's largest coal-fired power station

  05-09-2023 02:54 via abc.net.au
  
  The NSW government will "engage with Origin Energy" on a proposed extension of the life of Australia's largest power plant.
  
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• Live moment: NSW government moves to delay closure of Australia's largest coal-fired power station

  05-09-2023 02:54 via abc.net.au
  
  The NSW government will "engage with Origin Energy" on a proposed extension of the life of Australia's largest power plant.
  
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• Future of Australia's largest power station to be revealed this morning

  05-09-2023 02:54 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia's largest coal-fired power station at Eraring in the NSW Hunter Valley may have its life extended by the NSW government.
  
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• Cars and property seized after Westpac failed to respond to hardship requests, ASIC alleges

  05-09-2023 02:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Westpac is facing civil court proceedings from ASIC, which alleges it failed to respond to hardship requests within the time required by law. 
  
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• ASIC takes Westpac to court, alleging it failed to respond to hardship notices in time

  05-09-2023 02:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Westpac is facing civil court proceedings from ASIC, which alleges it failed to respond to hardship requests within the time required by law. 
  
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• Alan Joyce to leave Qantas early after tumultuous week and 'many ups and downs' to make room for 'renewal'

  05-09-2023 00:49 via abc.net.au
  
  Embattled Qantas boss Alan Joyce brings his retirement forward by two months after a horror period for the airline.
  
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• Alan Joyce to leave Qantas after tumultuous week to make room for 'renewal'

  05-09-2023 00:49 via abc.net.au
  
  Embattled Qantas boss Alan Joyce brings his retirement forward by two months after a horror few weeks.
  
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• Alan Joyce abruptly departs Qantas after scandalous week and 'many ups and downs'

  05-09-2023 00:49 via abc.net.au
  
  Embattled Qantas boss Alan Joyce brings his retirement forward by two months after a horror period for the airline.
  
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• 'Would be hilarious if it wasn't real': Inside the property called an 'absolute dump' by social services council

  05-09-2023 00:29 via abc.net.au
  
  A property listed for rent for $250 per week in Ballarat, with an outhouse and a missing weatherboard, leads to criticism of Victorian laws designed to protect renters' rights.
  
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• Giant offshore wind farm has 'potential to cause real harm', SA government says

  05-09-2023 00:13 via abc.net.au
  
  The developers of the Kingston Offshore Windfarm are hopeful the federal government will one day consult on an offshore wind farm zone for an area in south-east SA known for its fishing industry and whales.
  
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