Consumers hang tough despite echoes of COVID headwinds Economic echoes of the post-COVID-19 period indicate global volatility will not break Australia's hunger for credit, lowering the odds of recession. AAP · May 5
Buckingham Palace Says Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Australia Visit Is “Pretty Outrageous Behavior”—But Does It Really Matter? At the end of the day, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have a hefty mortgage payment to think about. Marie Claire · May 5
Treasurer hoses down talk of big budget handouts The Reserve Bank governor was only talking about hypotheticals when saying extra government spending makes it harder to control inflation, the treasurer argues. AAP · May 5
Conservatives want more Australian oil and refineries – but is that really the answer to the fuel crisis? Experts say expanding oil infrastructure, instead of embracing electric vehicles, would ignore basic economics The Guardian - AU · May 5
Best TV shows and movies streaming in Australia this month Discover what’s streaming on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, Prime Video and more this month, including Wuthering Heights, Marty Supreme and Bugonia The Guardian - AU · May 5
Philip Morris uses secret Senate hearing to warn that illegal tobacco in Australia could wipe out legal trade by 2030 Exclusive: Company pushes for lower excise and claims threats warrant secrecy, while critics say it has ‘no interest in public health or safety’ The Guardian - AU · May 5
UK under-16 social media rules: Full ban among six options as government crackdown looms Britain is set to implement restrictions on social media for children under 16. Options range from a complete ban, mirroring Australia's approach, to targeted curbs on features like livestreaming, location sharing, and addictive elements. The government is also considering age limits on recommendation algorithms and mandatory screen time limits, with… The Times of India · May 5
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Vow Renewal Rumours: Duchess Jokes About Husband's 'Budgie Smugglers' Meghan Markle's playful comment on an Australian YouTube show has sparked rumors of a vow renewal with Prince Harry, though no formal plans have been confirmed. International Business Times UK · May 5
“Think You’re A True Blue Aussie?”: This 25-Question Quiz Stumps Even Lifelong Locals Think you know Australia inside out? 🌏 It’s one thing to enjoy the beaches and barbecues – but could you actually pass the country’s official citizenship test? This quiz is packed with 25 questions inspired by the real deal, covering everything from history and government to values and national traditions. Bored Panda · May 5
Afternoon Update: RBA hikes interest rates; Craig Silvey pleads guilty; and the best outfits from the Met Gala Reserve Bank of Australia delivers third straight interest rate hike The Guardian - AU · May 5
Backlash over secret Senate hearing for tobacco giants The federal government is asking what the coalition has to hide, after it was sprung offering a private hearing to tobacco giant Philip Morris. AAP · May 5
Three dead including two marine volunteers after rescue boat capsizes in Australia IN FULL The Independent UK · May 5
With no easy options, RBA raises interest rates for the third time to quell inflation The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lifted the official cash rate by another 25 basis points, the third hike this year as it struggles to keep inflation under control. The Conversation · May 5
Australia eyes security pact with Fiji as pushback from Beijing undermines agreement with Vanuatu Foreign minister Penny Wong visits Fiji this week to progress the security and economic agreement The Guardian - AU · May 5
The Conversation · May 5 Is Australian democracy eroding? Across the world, concern about democratic backsliding – the erosion of democratic institutions and civil liberties – is growing.
The Guardian - AU · May 5 RBA interest rates: Michele Bullock says Australians poorer with ‘no way out’ as she warns of more rate hikes Reserve Bank of Australia raises cash rate for third consecutive meeting as governor says increases ‘are not going to do anything for inflation’ in next six months
AAP · May 5 Goat slaughter footage could hold key to press freedom Whistleblowers and journalists stand to be disadvantaged if a ruling on copyright laws is not thrown out by Australia's highest court, advocates claim.
AAP · May 5 Electric car sales surge ahead amid fuel uncertainty Australian drivers have broken the record for electric car sales again, as petrol and diesel-powered vehicle sales stall.
AAP · May 5 Author Craig Silvey admits child exploitation crimes Australian author Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child exploitation material, as prosecutors dropped two other charges.
AAP · May 5 'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup Ellyse Perry says the review from Australia's ODI World Cup exit has allowed the national women's cricket team to know what must be fixed for the T20 showpiece.
The Guardian - AU · May 5 ‘He’s too young to retire’: Cam Smith and Australian golf ponder life without LIV’s riches With Saudi investment drying up, one of LIV’s highest-profile recruits may be having second thoughts as Australian officials call for the global golf ecosystem to come together
AAP · May 5 'Too young to retire': Aussie LIV golfers face unknown Australia's LIV golfers are being offered support by hierarchy after Saudi Arabia withdrew funding for the breakaway tour.
The Guardian - AU · May 5 NSW police urged Jewish man to drop claim he was subject to antisemitic slurs and death threats, commission told Nir Golan says he was told that there was not much police could do and the case would get thrown out
The Guardian - AU · May 5 Big tech wants to punish Australia over Albanese’s media bargaining code – and Trump might be inclined to listen The president’s contempt for the media is explosive and his ‘disappointment’ with Australia apparent. For Meta, Google and Oracle, it’s a powerful combination
The Conversation · May 5 Australia’s frighteningly unequal funding system favours private schools, argues Jane Caro. How can we fix it? Australia’s schooling system is among the most highly segregated in the OECD. Public schools educate the majority of disadvantaged students, while there is concentrated advantage in private schools.