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• Power stations guzzle 2 million litres of diesel in union stand-off

  01-02-2023 22:31 via abc.net.au
  
  Two of Alice Springs' power stations, which normally run on gas, have been on expensive backup diesel intermittently since November due to a union stand-off.
  
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• Live: Wall Street rebounds as Federal Reserve pulls back on pace of rate hikes, ASX set to rise

  01-02-2023 21:30 via abc.net.au
  
  US stocks have rebounded as that country's central bank raised interest rates again, as expected. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• Live: ASX climbs on smaller US rate rise, RBA to ditch royals from $5 note

  01-02-2023 21:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian and US shares gain as the Federal Reserve opts for a smaller interest rate rise as inflation in North America cools. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. 
  
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• ASX climbs on smaller US rate rise, RBA to ditch royals from $5 note — as it happened

  01-02-2023 21:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Australian and US shares gain as the Federal Reserve opts for a smaller interest rate rise as inflation in North America cools.
  
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• 'The scariest thing was the speed': Firefighters' grim warning over EV lithium-ion batteries

  01-02-2023 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia is "not prepared" for the risk posed by lithium-ion batteries used in e-scooters, cars and bikes, which have been linked to hundreds of blazes across the country, a firefighters' union warns.
  
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• 'The scariest thing was the speed': Firefighter warning as EV batteries linked to fires, toxic gas and explosions

  01-02-2023 20:01 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia is "not prepared" for the risk posed by lithium-ion batteries used in e-scooters, cars and bikes, which have been linked to hundreds of blazes across the country, a firefighters' union warns.
  
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• Remarkable recovery of tiny radioactive capsule leaves questions unanswered amid 'silver lining'

  01-02-2023 19:50 via abc.net.au
  
  There was palpable relief when authorities found a Tic Tac-sized radioactive capsule after it "fell off the back of a truck" in Western Australia's outback, but many questions remain unanswered. 
  
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• Questions remain after radioactive capsule that fell off back of truck was found lying near road

  01-02-2023 19:50 via abc.net.au
  
  There is palpable relief after the recovery of a Tic Tac-sized radioactive capsule that was lost in baffling circumstances in outback Western Australia. And while the saga is not over, experts are hoping for a silver lining.
  
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• Defence force, emergency services, nuclear experts escort radioactive capsule to top-secret facility

  01-02-2023 19:50 via abc.net.au
  
  The Tic Tac-sized radioactive capsule is due to arrive in Perth on Thursday evening after its disappearance in Western Australia's outback sparked a frantic search. 
  
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• Back in safe hands, the radioactive capsule that led to a desperate search may have a silver lining

  01-02-2023 19:50 via abc.net.au
  
  Questions remain after the recovery of a Tic Tac-sized radioactive capsule that was lost in baffling circumstances in outback Western Australia, but experts hope lessons can be learned.
  
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• This tiny apartment was going to sell at a loss. Instead it's up for rent at $370 a week

  01-02-2023 18:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Home owners struggling with their mortgages who cannot sell because they are in negative equity are starting to turn to the booming rental market to avoid default.
  
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• This apartment was for sale. It's owner switched to renting it out. Here's why

  01-02-2023 18:18 via abc.net.au
  
  Home owners struggling with their mortgages who cannot sell because they are in negative equity are starting to turn to the booming rental market to avoid default.
  
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• Perth’s office vacancy dips

  01-02-2023 11:33 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The Property Council’s latest annual office market report shows a slight drop in Perth’s office vacancy in the six months to January 2023.
  
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• Anglicare WA, Mind Australia awarded $12.6m

  01-02-2023 10:26 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The WA Mental Health Commission awarded the two charitable organisations with a tender valued at $12.6 million.
  
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• How a US equity giant helped Australia's latest budget airline take flight

  01-02-2023 09:09 via abc.net.au
  
  Bonza promises cheap airfares and new routes but how sustainable is their business model? 
  
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• At Close of Business February 1 2023

  01-02-2023 09:05 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Senior journalist Matt Mckenzie interviews Liv Declerck on her latest feature on WA breweries.
  
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• Vlahos family divests Northbridge properties

  01-02-2023 08:51 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The buildings that house The Standard and Japanese restaurant Kobe Teppanyaki have sold for a combined $5.5 million.
  
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• Australian stock index hits highest level since April

  01-02-2023 08:16 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The local bourse has closed up 0.3 per cent, with the benchmark ASX200 index finishing at more than 7,500 for the first time since April 22.
  
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• Patriot names inaugural CEO

  01-02-2023 08:12 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Newly listed exploration company Patriot Lithium has announced the appointment of its inaugural chief executive after two months trading on the market.
  
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• Hunt for radioactive capsule over

  01-02-2023 08:11 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The radioactive capsule that went missing somewhere between Newman and Perth earlier last month has been found, emergency minister Stephen Dawson says.
  
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• Major fishing ground off limits in Northern Territory as barramundi season begins

  01-02-2023 08:09 via abc.net.au
  
  The barramundi season begins in the Northern Territory but some fishing boats remain in Darwin with commercial and recreational fishers banned from the Mini Mini and Murgenella areas following a request from traditional owners.
  
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• 'We've found the needle in the haystack': Tiny radioactive capsule found in outback WA

  01-02-2023 08:01 via abc.net.au
  
  The tiny radioactive capsule was found following an extensive search in Western Australia's outback that was likened to trying to find a needle in a haystack. 
  
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• Missing radioactive capsule found in WA outback during frantic search

  01-02-2023 08:01 via abc.net.au
  
  The tiny radioactive capsule was found following an extensive search in Western Australia's outback that was likened to trying to find a needle in a haystack. 
  
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• Distilling the entrepreneurial spirit

  01-02-2023 07:47 via businessnews.com.au
  
  There’s plenty of upside for WA’s emerging distilling sector.
  
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• Logging ban forces another mill closure

  01-02-2023 07:24 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Opposition spokesperson Steve Martin has called on newly-appointed forestry minister Jackie Jarvis to ‘immediately’ assist workers left blindsided by the closure of Manjimup Mill.
  
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• ‘Family firsts’ face unique hurdles

  01-02-2023 07:00 via businessnews.com.au
  
  First-in-family university students face extra challenges.
  
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• Former minister Alan Tudge says he was 'responsible for the implementation' of Robodebt, not its lawfulness

  01-02-2023 06:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Former cabinet minister Alan Tudge has told a royal commission he was not responsible for his department's failure to ensure the Robodebt scheme was lawful. 
  
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• Alan Tudge says he was not responsible for ensuring Robodebt scheme was lawful

  01-02-2023 06:00 via abc.net.au
  
  Former cabinet minister Alan Tudge has told a royal commission he was not responsible for his department's failure to ensure the Robodebt scheme was lawful. 
  
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• Travolta, Branson reminisce on 747 glory days as Boeing bids farewell

  01-02-2023 05:54 via abc.net.au
  
  Boeing bids farewell to the iconic 747, delivering the final plane to Atlas Air and marking the end of an era — when the first-ever "jumbo jet" ruled the skies.
  
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• Boeing delivers last 747, saying goodbye to 'Queen of the Skies'

  01-02-2023 05:54 via abc.net.au
  
  Boeing bids farewell to the iconic 747, delivering the final plane to Atlas Air and marking the end of an era — when the first-ever "jumbo jet" ruled the skies.
  
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• 'Ridiculously low': Prime Minister slams penalty for lost radioactive material as hunt drags on

  01-02-2023 05:24 via abc.net.au
  
  As the search continues for a dangerous radioactive capsule in WA, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has scoffed at the potential penalty that could be imposed on the companies behind the loss.
  
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• 'Ridiculously low': Prime minister slams penalty for lost radioactive material amid WA capsule drama

  01-02-2023 05:24 via abc.net.au
  
  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has scoffed at the potential penalty that could be imposed on the companies who mishandle radioactive material, as WA's lost capsule is found. 
  
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• New arts policy valued at $286m

  01-02-2023 04:46 via businessnews.com.au
  
  The Australian Government has launched the National Cultural Policy, allocating $286 million across four years to revive the arts sector.
  
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• WA timber towns to lose nearly 70 jobs in two weeks ahead of native timber ban

  01-02-2023 04:34 via abc.net.au
  
  Close to 70 jobs have gone in the WA towns of Nannup and Manjimup in two weeks, ahead of a looming ban on native timber logging.
  
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• WA timber towns to lose nearly 70 jobs in two weeks ahead of native logging ban

  01-02-2023 04:34 via abc.net.au
  
  The towns of Nannup and Manjimup are "stunned" by the speed at which the industry is shedding workers ahead of a ban on the widespread logging of native forests.
  
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• Fratelle merger to boost WA architecture

  01-02-2023 04:34 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Perth architecture firm Fratelle has merged with national urban design practice Rothelowman after a two-year partnership.
  
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• Stallholders 'blindsided' as longstanding inner-city market announces closure

  01-02-2023 04:01 via abc.net.au
  
  Management cited personal reasons for not continuing the outdoor Saturday markets, leaving stallholders with a month to trade.
  
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• One of inner Sydney's largest weekend markets to close at end of the month

  01-02-2023 04:01 via abc.net.au
  
  Management cited personal reasons for not continuing the outdoor Saturday markets, leaving stallholders with a month to trade.
  
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• Breweries surge sparks innovation

  01-02-2023 03:46 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Craft beer players know the value of local appeal.
  
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• West Coast posts $3.46m profit

  01-02-2023 03:35 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Poor performances on field did little to dent the West Coast Eagles’ financial position in 2022.
  
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• Noticed a bit less chook on the shelves lately? It's not your imagination

  01-02-2023 03:28 via abc.net.au
  
  A shortage of chicken meat is still affecting some retailers but there are signs the situation is easing.
  
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• Climate, diversity guide Murdoch plans

  01-02-2023 03:19 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Murdoch’s vice-chancellor talks to Business News about the university’s recently overhauled 2030 strategy.
  
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• 'Encouraging signs' for Australia, China trade row

  01-02-2023 01:49 via businessnews.com.au
  
  Australia and China's trade ministers are preparing for a virtual meeting as Canberra continues to pressure Beijing into dropping trade sanctions.
  
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• Luxury cruise company investigated to determine if there was 'insolvent trading' before collapse stranded tourists

  01-02-2023 00:30 via abc.net.au
  
  Administrators reviewing a luxury cruise company are investigating whether it was trading illegally when it left travellers thousands of dollars out of pocket. 
  
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• Versatile mencia making a mark

  01-02-2023 00:00 via businessnews.com.au
  
  European variety is finding its feet in Australia.
  
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