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• ASX recovers, but Wall Street sell-off intensifies as rate hike fever persists

  29-08-2022 23:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares claw back some of yesterday's heavy losses despite another slump in global markets over the possibility of more aggressive US and European interest rate hikes ahead.
  
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• ASX recovers as Woodside profit and oil prices surge, but Wall Street sell-off intensifies

  29-08-2022 23:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares claw back some of yesterday's heavy losses despite another slump in global markets over the possibility of more aggressive US and European interest rate hikes ahead.
  
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• ASX likely to recover, Wall Street sell-off intensifies as rate hike fever persists

  29-08-2022 23:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares are likely to claw back some of yesterday's heavy losses despite another slump in global markets over the possibility of more aggressive US and European interest rate hikes ahead.
  
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• Automation is usually associated with machines. But it's office jobs that are most under threat

  29-08-2022 23:15 via abc.net.au
  
  That's according to new research by an Australian teaching organisation that's urging people to upskill so they don't find themselves out of work.
  
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• A machine is already taking over your job. Women are most at risk

  29-08-2022 23:15 via abc.net.au
  
  That's according to new research by an Australian teaching organisation that's urging people to upskill so they don't find themselves out of work.
  
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• Live: NSW Now: Man found dead in Hawkesbury was victim of 'foul play' police believe

  29-08-2022 23:05 via abc.net.au
  
  MORNING BRIEFING: Detectives reveal CCTV footage of Hongli Qi's movements in May, after his decomposed body was found by council workers in bushland in the Hawkesbury.
  
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• Dragon fruit popularity is growing, and farmers hope the industry can keep up

  29-08-2022 22:51 via abc.net.au
  
  Whether it's the rise of the breakfast smoothie bowl or the controversy of TikTok's viral "pink sauce" craze, exploding demand for dragon fruit has pushed the fledgling Australian industry into a recruitment drive.
  
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• Confidence in energy system plummets as the bill shock we've been bracing for becomes 'extremely real'

  29-08-2022 22:27 via abc.net.au
  
  With wholesale electricity prices skyrocketing to the highest levels on record amid the crisis engulfing the east coast market, a survey finds that consumer confidence has hit an all-time low.
  
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• Sleepless nights and a reply-all email: Why Emily quit her job for the climate

  29-08-2022 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Emily Townsend very publicly quit her job at News Corp over its bushfire and climate change reporting. She thought she was burning her bridges. Then the messages arrived.
  
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• At the height of the bushfires, Emily sent an explosive reply-all email. Then she walked out of News Corp

  29-08-2022 21:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Emily Townsend very publicly quit her job at News Corp over its bushfire and climate change reporting. She thought she was burning her bridges. Then the messages arrived.
  
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• Queensland inquiry into Star casino should have scrutinised gambling regulator, insiders say

  29-08-2022 11:54 via abc.net.au
  
  Queensland's casino regulator and its actions should be scrutinised by the state's inquiry into the Star Entertainment Group, industry insiders say, as the commission prepares to release its final report. 
  
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• Queensland inquiry into Star casino leaves many questions unanswered

  29-08-2022 11:54 via abc.net.au
  
  Queensland's casino regulator and its actions should be scrutinised by the state's inquiry into the Star Entertainment Group, industry insiders say, as the commission prepares to release its final report. 
  
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• Northern Star in $300m buy-back

  29-08-2022 10:27 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Northern Star Resources will buy up to $300 million in shares back from investors over the next 12 months.
  
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• Starlink to connect remote Kimberley businesses, scientists

  29-08-2022 10:04 via abc.net.au
  
  The new satellite-based internet service has not been officially rolled out in the Kimberley, but a remote worker and conservation organisation say it could be a "game changer" for them. 
  
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• Qube snaps up industrial, residential land for $10.6m

  29-08-2022 09:51 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Qube Property has bought a Canning Vale industrial site for $6.3 million, while handing over $4.29 million to the state to acquire more land in Hammond Park.
  
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• Worst drop in eight weeks for ASX

  29-08-2022 09:46 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The local bourse has suffered its worst loss since early June following a hawkish speech by US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.
  
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• ASX falls 2.0pct in worst drop in 8 weeks

  29-08-2022 09:46 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The local bourse has suffered its worst loss since early June following a hawkish speech by US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.
  
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• Gaines leaves iron ore on a high

  29-08-2022 09:33 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Andrew Forrest has lauded outgoing iron ore boss Elizabeth Gaines as one of Australia’s most inspiring leaders as the miner prepares to navigate new challenges and pick up the pace on renewables.
  
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• Decmil still claims Homeground advantage

  29-08-2022 09:19 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Contractor Decmil still hopes to sell its Homeground Accommodation precinct in Queensland within a year, providing a major boost to working capital.
  
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• Industrial disputes in New Zealand could lead to toilet paper shortage

  29-08-2022 08:59 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian-based head offices are swept up in two industrial disputes in New Zealand, one of which could lead to a toilet paper shortage.
  
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• At Close of Business 29 August 2022

  29-08-2022 08:45 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Senior editor Mark Beyer talks about his interview with Multiplex's global boss John Flecker about highlights from the history of the 60-year-old construction business.
  
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• Green light for Heytesbury hotel plan

  29-08-2022 08:08 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Heytesbury’s $8.5 million plan to revamp the Margaret River Hotel has been given the green light, despite councillors withdrawing support over a move to waive the public art contribution.
  
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• Meet the Northern Territory's top tour guide

  29-08-2022 08:01 via abc.net.au
  
  With a background in painting, this Brit in the bush never planned for a career move into tour guiding in the outback.
  
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• OTR agrees to $5.8m settlement over wage-theft class action

  29-08-2022 06:44 via abc.net.au
  
  South Australia's largest private employer and convenience store chain, OTR has agreed to pay almost $6 million to resolve long-running wage disputes with employees.
  
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• OTR agrees to $5.8m settlement over underpayment class action

  29-08-2022 06:44 via abc.net.au
  
  South Australia's largest private employer and convenience store chain, OTR, has agreed to pay almost $6 million to resolve long-running underpayment claims with employees.
  
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• Lucindale school renovation overcomes 'obstacles' as students embrace learning areas

  29-08-2022 06:14 via abc.net.au
  
  After learning in makeshift classrooms, public library spaces and in the front office, students are beginning to reap the benefits of the $2 million upgrade.
  
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• After almost two years of learning in makeshift classrooms, Lucindale students are celebrating

  29-08-2022 06:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Students were learning in makeshift classrooms and public library spaces while they waited for two years for renovations to begin. 
  
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• India backs helmet fitted with fan, air filters to combat smog problem

  29-08-2022 05:57 via abc.net.au
  
  As New Delhi prepares for the usual heavy winter smog, the government is promoting a helmet it says can remove 80 per cent of pollutants for the person breathing inside.
  
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• Council approves $65m Karratha apartments

  29-08-2022 05:45 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The City of Karratha has approved its own proposal for an apartment complex in the CBD, in a bid to increase the housing supply.
  
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• From new phones to future farms, this tech crunch is causing headaches

  29-08-2022 05:41 via abc.net.au
  
  Farmers turn to technology amid an ongoing worker shortage, but upgrading the farm may not be easy with a global shortage of one small piece of equipment.
  
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• Retailers up on inflation wave

  29-08-2022 05:37 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Retail spending was up 10.5 per cent in Western Australia in July compared to the same month in 2021, but most states substantially outperformed.
  
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• $3bn iron ore project underway

  29-08-2022 05:16 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Mineral Resources has formally commenced its $3 billion Onslow iron ore project and flagged further rapid growth in the business while also reporting a sharp fall in annual profit.
  
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• Regional migration still strong, but slowing, with housing the biggest issue

  29-08-2022 05:04 via abc.net.au
  
  The number of people moving from cities to the regions fell by 16.5 per cent during June to August, but the level of net migration is still higher than pre-pandemic numbers.
  
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• Australia is facing a tradie shortage. Why do nearly half of all apprentices drop out?

  29-08-2022 04:46 via abc.net.au
  
  Zac says he got an apprenticeship as the best way to learn a skill and land a secure job, but he is one of the 45 per cent of apprentices who have dropped out.
  
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• Pilots suspended for cockpit fight as French authorities call for tougher safety protocols

  29-08-2022 04:28 via abc.net.au
  
  France's air investigation agency finds some Air France pilots lack rigour in respecting procedures during safety incidents.
  
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• New recruits offered generous salaries

  29-08-2022 03:26 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Workers are likely securing higher pay by changing jobs, new data from SEEK reveals, but driving up real wages remains a problem.
  
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• Thiess sweetens MACA bid to $373m

  29-08-2022 02:52 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Thiess has tacked an extra $17.4 million on to its current offer to acquire all shares in MACA, with the target’s founding directors now backing an improved proposal of $1.075 per share.
  
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• ASX plunges on Powell comments, Fortescue drags on subdued earnings, A2 Milk soars nearly 10pc

  29-08-2022 02:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares have plunged, tracking Wall Street losses last week after US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated a hawkish tone to battling inflation, while miner Fortescue Metals skidded after posting a lower annual profit.
  
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• ASX plunges on Powell comments, Fortescue drags on subdued earnings, A2 Milk soars 8pc

  29-08-2022 02:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares have plunged, tracking Wall Street losses last week after US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated a hawkish tone to battling inflation, while miner Fortescue Metals skidded after posting a lower annual profit.
  
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• ASX plunges as Wall Street tanks after Jerome Powell's hawkish comments on US monetary policy

  29-08-2022 02:40 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian shares have opened sharply lower as risk appetite declined on the back of a negative finish in US stocks on Friday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated a hawkish tone to battling inflation.
  
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• Multiplex brings global perspective

  29-08-2022 02:23 via businessnews.com.au
  
  In a rare interview, global chief executive John Flecker outlines his growth plans and virtual approach to running the construction giant.
  
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