Read The Times Australia

Daily Bulletin

Why rents will rise under Labor's negative gearing proposal

  • Written by: Nigel Stapledon, Andrew Roberts Fellow and Director Real Estate Research and Teaching Centre for Applied Economic Research, UNSW Australia

In the current housing tax debate a number of studies have come out arguing that while prices will fall (by varying amounts) rents will not be affected. That rents will be unaffected is surprising and (in my view) wrong.

Outside of the heat of an election, the Henry Tax Review’s comprehensive review of the tax system argued for lower taxes on...

Read more …

What now for Australian research in a post-Brexit world?

  • Written by: Andrew Holmes, President of the Australian Academy of Science, Laureate Professor Emeritus, University of Melbourne
imageAftershocks from the UK's withdrawal from the European Union will be felt in Australian research.Shutterstock/argus

Nobody can yet predict exactly what the ramifications will be now the United Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union but UK science commentators are already foreshadowing Brexit Mark 2 – a Brain Exit of researchers.

Brexit...

Read more …

Charging for credit and debit card use may become the norm under new rules

  • Written by: Steve Worthington, Adjunct Professor, Swinburne University of Technology

New standards on how much businesses can surcharge their customers for credit or debit card purchases start in September. However, it’s not clear how the rules will be policed and whether this will lead to all businesses enforcing a surcharge, rather than just those who choose to.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has revised the...

Read more …

A fringe group no more, the Greens put the frighteners on the two major parties

  • Written by: Narelle Miragliotta, Senior Lecturer in Australian Politics, Monash University
imageGreens leader Richard Di Natale will be hoping to snatch seats from the major parties in Saturday's election.AAP/Julian Smith

At the Greens campaign launch in Melbourne last Sunday, Richard Di Natale made it clear to the major parties that:

We’re here to stay. Get used to it.

Di Natale’s defiant declaration reflects the party’s...

Read more …

More Articles …

  1. Weekly Dose: new morning after pill makes it difficult to choose which to take
  2. Treasure from trash: how mining waste can be mined a second time
  3. Six ways to improve equity in Australian universities
  4. How the relationship between social media and traditional media has shaped this election
  5. If democratic citizenship is a universal right, how can we so neglect citizenship education?
  6. Coalition likely to win following Brexit
  7. Four game-changing lessons from Eating in Stockholm
  8. Policy primers: what you need to know before election day
  9. Election 2016: how well are the major parties meeting the needs of rural and regional Australia?
  10. Business Briefing: Zombie measures, crackdowns and Brexit worries
  11. Google's murky Washington lobbying is making Apple look good
  12. The system often forgets children of people with cancer: here's how to help them
  13. The next solar revolution could replace fossil fuels in mining
  14. Does a planet need plate tectonics to develop life?
  15. It's time for the 'science of sensibility' to return
  16. Engie's Hazelwood super profit highlights our tangled web of energy policy
  17. Coalition squeezes welfare lemon again
  18. Coalition targets welfare in $2.3b pre-election savings pitch
  19. Bill Shorten says the lesson of Brexit is that people shouldn't be left behind
  20. The off-topic Conversation #99
  21. Election FactCheck: Has the Coalition invested an average of $5 billion more per year into Medicare than Labor did?
  22. To eliminate misogyny, the AFL needs social change, not just crisis management
  23. Post-Brexit, Australia's best option is a trade pact with EU
  24. Ancient Deep Skull still holds big surprises 60 years after it was unearthed
  25. How the desire for masculinity might drive some disadvantaged young men to substance abuse
  26. The Rise of the Joyful Economy
  27. The voter paradox: we say we don't want a minority government, but we're happy to vote for one
  28. Risks, ethics and consent: Australia shouldn't become the world's nuclear wasteland
  29. What’s the 'ethnic vote' going to do in Australia's top-ten ethnic marginal seats?
  30. Full response from Pathology Australia
  31. Full response from Catholic Health Australia
  32. Election FactCheck: has the Coalition cut bulk-billing for pathology and scans 'to make patients pay more'?
  33. Despite the rhetoric, this election fails the feminist test
  34. Unit pricing saves money but is the forgotten shopping tool
  35. Labor's proposed competition reforms do little to address inequality
  36. Doctors still provide too many dying patients with needless treatment
  37. Bad behaviour in bars and pubs is a problem, but most of Australia's alcohol is drunk at home
  38. We can have fish and dams: here's how
  39. Let's talk about the space industry in Australia's election campaign
  40. Abbott would have lost 'resoundingly': Turnbull
  41. The Indi Project: 'Soft' voters trust Turnbull over Shorten to run the country
  42. Lessons from Brexit: the fruits of globalisation must be shared with low- and middle-income groups
  43. Brexit: act in haste...
  44. The Briefcase: does Australia's 'most exploitative reality show' breach broadcasting rules?
  45. Election FactCheck: Have 300,000 new jobs been created in the last calendar year and were almost two-thirds held by women?
  46. How time-poor scientists inadvertently made it seem like the world was overrun with jellyfish
  47. Australia should aim for a trade deal with the UK post Brexit
  48. Australia doesn't need a plebiscite on same-sex marriage – Ireland's experience shows why
  49. Higher education gets short shrift in the election campaign, and we are all the poorer for it
  50. Health Check: is caffeine actually bad for kids?

Business News

The Business Case for Choosing Australian Fabricators Over Imported Alternatives

For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Australian organisations are relying on business continuity plans built for a far more predictable world

Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How to Rent a Car for Uber in Melbourne: What Every New Driver Needs to Know

Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

When Should You Speak to a Lawyer About a Legal Issue?

Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The strategic rise of Bali as Australia’s next essential healthcare support hub

As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations,  including...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Cost Savings and Benefits of Using Used Pallets in Logistics

In today’s competitive logistics and supply chain industry, businesses are constantly looking for ways to reduce operational costs without compromising efficiency and reliability. One of the most prac...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

How Fulfilment Services in Australia Help Businesses Scale Efficiently

The growth of e-commerce and modern retail has transformed customer expectations. Consumers now expect fast shipping, accurate order processing, and seamless delivery experiences regardless of where...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Practical Ways Australian Workplaces Can Reduce Operating Costs

Reducing business costs doesn’t always mean cutting staff, shrinking services or making the workplace feel bare-bones. In many cases, the smarter savings are hiding in everyday operations: the light...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Executive Recruitment Solutions That Help Organisations Secure Exceptional Leaders

Leadership has a direct impact on organisational performance, employee engagement, strategic growth, and long-term success. Businesses operating in increasingly competitive environments require experi...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Daily Magazine

Why Clearer Communication Still Matters in a Digital-First Business

It’s never been easier for businesses to communicate, but that doesn’t mean they’re always communica...

What Happens After You Lodge a BYDA Enquiry? The Step Most Excavation Projects Miss

Every excavation project in Australia — from a backyard deck footing to a multi-storey commercial bu...

How to Choose the Right Dentist on the Gold Coast

Finding a dentist you trust is one of those decisions that quietly affects your health for years, ...

The Hidden Engineering Problem Inside Australia's Older Housing Stock

A significant share of Australian homes were built for a way of living that no longer exists. Houses...

DIY Rodent Control Vs Professional Help: When Is It Time To Call The Experts?

Rodents are one of the most frustrating pest problems for Australian property owners. Rats and mic...

Lighting Shop in Perth: How The Right Lighting Can Transform Your Home And Business

The right lighting can completely change the look, feel, and functionality of any space. Whether it ...

Traffic Light System Solutions For Safer And More Efficient Traffic Management

Modern cities and growing communities rely heavily on effective traffic management to ensure safety...

Gold Migration Lawyers in Liquidation: How the Closure Affects Your ART Appeal

If your appeal was with Gold Migration Lawyers, a recent change to how the Tribunal decides cases ...

The pressure cooker: life in urban Australia in 2026

Australian cities have always been demanding. Long commutes, rising housing costs, busy schedules a...