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Jessica Rowe with mum Penelope says talking about scams is a way to help slow down scammers: Picture Supplied

MoneyPremiumStar’s advice on slowing down scammers

Jessica Rowe and her mum are spearheading a campaign to encourage Australians to talk to their loved ones as a way to help prevent scams spreading.

Cameron Micallef

Manono

MiningPremiumGates and Bezos miner hoping to cut AVZ deal

A cutting-edge mining company that counts the ultra-rich Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos as investors could reportedly throw Australian-based AVZ Minerals a lifeline.

Adrian Rauso

Mr Albanese said the funding was not a ‘blank cheque’ and would be tied to outcomes. NewsWire/ Pema Tamang Pakhrin

newsPremiumItem that clinched ‘historic’ schools deal

An olive branch in the form of a Sicilian favourite was the clincher in getting the final state to sign on to a “historic” schools funding agreement.

Jessica Wang

KMD Brands has appointed Ashley Reade (right) as chief executive of Rip Curl. Pictured with KMD Brands CEO Brent Scrimshaw.

RetailCommentsKMD Brands names veteran Nike exec to lead Rip Curl

KMD Brands has named veteran Nike executive Ashley Reade as the new chief executive of its surfwear brand Rip Curl.

Cheyanne Enciso

James Hardie CEO Aaron Erter.

ConstructionDecked! Investors turn backs on James Hardie’s $14b US punt

Investors have given James Hardie the cold shoulder after the building products supplier revealed an ambitious $14b merger deal.

Daniel Newell

The Nikkei and Hong Kong's Hang Seng climbed about 0.2 per cent in morning trade. (AP PHOTO)

MarketsPremiumFutures buoyant, dollar drifts as more tariffs loom

Financial markets are mixed amid ongoing economic uncertainty as investors brace for Donald Trump's vow to impose a complicated barrage of tariffs next week.

Tom Westbrook

Economist say the domestic labour market could be a reason to cut rates. NewsWire / Nicholas Eagar

FINANCEPremiumRBA could hold rates higher for longer over Trump’s tariffs

Australia’s central bank is likely to be nervous ahead of its next rate decision for one very good reason that’s out of its hands.

Cameron Micallef

The Australian share market has closed basically flat after a day of choppy trading. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

MarketsPremiumBanks help stock market edge higher after early slump

The Australian share market is off to a choppy start to the week, swinging between gains and losses ahead of the federal budget and key inflation data.

Adrian Black

Bayer has been ordered to pay $3.3b to a man who said Roundup weed killer caused his cancer. (AP PHOTO)

BusinessPremiumBayer ordered to pay $3b in Roundup weedkiller lawsuit

Bayer says it will appeal a US court order to pay $3.3 billion in damages to a man who says his cancer was caused by the company's Roundup weed killer.

Wyatte Grantham-Philips

Health care is a major focus of Tuesday’s budget. NewsWire / Gary Ramage

newsPremiumKey groups to win big in federal budget

Battling Australians are set to win big on Tuesday night as the Albanese government hands down its fourth federal budget.

Blair Jackson

A MinRes haul truck that tipped over in August last year.

MiningPremiumMinRes returns trucks to Onslow road after sixth rollover

Iron ore road trains are rolling once again on Mineral Resources’ contentious Onslow haul road, but the miner has given no details on any new safety measures put in place to avoid another rollover.

Daniel Newell and Adrian Rauso

James Hardie Industries has announced it will acquire US-based AZEK in a merger valued at nearly $14bn.

BusinessCommentsJames Hardie makes $14bn move with US merger

Fibre-cement maker James Hardie Industries has announced it will acquire US-based outdoor products manufacturer AZEK in a cash and stock transaction valued at nearly $14bn.

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newsPremium‘Intend to do’: Major vow on power prices

Nationals leader David Littleproud says the Coalition would bring down power bills after Labor failed to deliver on its 2022 promise.

Jessica Wang

Raisings continue to be dominated by companies established on the stock exchange as the appetite for new listings, including high-risk junior explorers, remains depressed.

MiningPremiumRocketing bullion boosts appetite for big-ticket raisings

Australian explorers and project developers have enjoyed a surge in capital raisings as investors seek exposure to the surging gold price.

Neale Prior

US stocks opened lower, but recovered on hopes impending tariffs may not be as harsh as expected. (AP PHOTO)

MarketsPremiumDow, S&P end flat, Nasdaq snaps four-week decline

US stocks have recovered from early losses after US President Donald Trump signalled there will be flexibility on tariffs due to begin in April.

Chuck Mikolajczak

Elon Musk has told Tesla employees to hang on to their stock.

BusinessCommentsMusk tells employees to keep Tesla stock and warns ‘psychos’

Protests and campaigns against Tesla, Musk and his work in the Trump White House have erupted around the world.

Laura Kolodny

The biggest inflection points in WA’s economic fortunes have followed a calculated leap of faith. 

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opinion
Rebecca TomkinsonCommentsPremium
opinion
We need a plan for future of resources sector

The biggest inflection points in WA’s economic fortunes have followed a calculated leap of faith. 

US President Donald Trump.

NICK BRUININGCommentsPremiumThe truth about that $8000 in super you’ve just lost

If we understand what’s been going on and what’s likely to happen next, we’ll see that history can provide some much-needed comfort.

Nick Bruining

Financial advice plays a critical role in helping people maximise their super. But most of us don’t seek professional guidance.

Your MoneyCommentsPremiumWhy do those most in need of money advice avoid getting it?

Financial advice plays a critical role in helping people maximise their super. But most of us don’t seek professional guidance.

Antonia Settle

Monday wasn’t always maligned.

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opinion
Gary MartinCommentsPremium
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Why Monday needs a rebrand to embrace its potential

Monday, it’s maligned by millions. A notorious villain of the week, its reputation precedes it.

Gary Martin

To understand the potential risks in fixed interest investments, it is critical to understand where your invested money ends up.

Return ServeCommentsPremiumCharlatans out to rob you blind as investment returns fall

With share markets in decline and interest rates trending lower, it should come as no surprise that questionable “safe” fixed interest rate investments are again popping up on social media.

Nick Bruining

The drop in share values could mean good news for pensions.

Silver Lining CommentsPremiumHow crumbling markets can actually boost your age pension

Seniors in receipt of a means-tested Centrelink benefit could be in a position to boost their pensions on the back of the recent market turmoil. All it takes is one quick update. Here’s how to do it ...

Nick Bruining

KKG founder Tammy O’Connor.

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REVEALED: The key seats where mining jobs could sway votes

The FIFO vote is looming large in key WA seats ahead of the Federal election, with new figures revealing 45 per cent of local jobs in the Swan electorate are linked to the booming resources sector.

Jessica Page

How much you need to retire depends on what’s right for you.

Nest EggsCommentsPremiumHow to do the math on how much you’ll need to retire

How much do you need to retire? It depends. It’s not a one-size-fits-all equation. Just as we live differently while we’re working, the same applies when we stop. Here’s where to start when doing the sums.

Raymond Pecotic