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'Another blow': CPI rises for fourth time this year

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed an elevated Consumer Price Index rate for September, which makes it more likely that the Reserve Bank will increase interest...

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Mining company fails to strike out in-house lawyer’s dismissal claim

28 October 2026

Staff bullying, cultural problems, and a pregnancy terminated in pursuit of a promised role are among the allegations an in-house lawyer...

Business | By Daniel Croft

NAB begins offshore hiring just days after axing 2,500 Aussie staff

28 October 2026

Banking giant NAB has begun the hiring process for offshore staff in five locations across Asia, just days after announcing the termination...

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'Another blow': CPI rises for fourth time this year

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NAB begins offshore hiring just days after axing 2,500 Aussie staff