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CNBCCommentsPremiumG-7 to announce import ban on Russian gold

The leaders of the G-7 nations will announce a ban on Russian gold imports for Moscow’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.

Matt Clinch

politicsChaos over ‘misleading’ Labor call

Independent MPs and senators like David Pocock say they can’t do their job properly thanks to a massive rule change from the new Prime Minister.

Ellen Ransley

MarketsWall St posts big gains to end strong week

US stocks have closed higher amid tempered expectations among investors about the Federal Reserve's rate-hike plans.

Lewis Krauskopf, Sruthi Shankar and Anisha Sircar

Shocking statisticsPremiumGender pay gap worse for older women

New data reveals for the first time the extent of Australia’s workplace gender pay gap, and highlights just how much less female executives earn than their male counterparts.

Adrian Lowe

AgricultureNSW limits bee movements after mite alert

Movement of all hives and bee products in NSW has been halted to stop the spread of varroa mite, which poses a serious threat to the honey industry.

Staff Writers

Top priorty CommentsPremium‘Long overdue’ project to boost tourism in Perth

The top priority for reconnecting WA with the world has been revealed, with the tourism industry calling on the McGowan Government to pump funds into the ‘long overdue’ project.

Peter Law

Beat the systemCommentsPremiumThe tax hacks that will save you thousands

While there are a raft of new rules kicking in from Thursday, playing with the existing superannuation rules in a clever way can save you thousands in tax and interest on your loans.

Nick Bruining

Weigh it upCommentsPremiumPrioritising key to keeping luxuries as a first homeowner

Saving habits have been embedded in me from a very young age, and so while I now have a mortgage and bills to pay, knowing how to prioritise means I don’t have to cut all the luxuries I used to enjoy.

Cheyanne Enciso

Bruining Q+ACommentsPremiumWhat should we do with a $300,000 inheritance?

‘A little over $300,000 was bequeathed to us. Should we invest the inheritance into a term deposit amid the current market volatility or put it in super and be a little less aggressive with our portfolio?’

Nick Bruining

‘Humiliating and violating’CommentsPremiumScam victim says better cyber security education a must

A frustrated disability pensioner has called on the Federal Government and big four banks to provide better cyber security education, after a scammer swindled her out of $750 last month.

Caitlin Paroczai

CNBCCommentsPremiumThe biggest retirement challenge that no one talks about

Plan for your retirement

George Jerjian is the author of “Dare to Discover Your Purpose: Retire, Refire, Rewire.” An Emmy award-winning producer and author of 10 books, he earned his business degree from Bradford University in England and a master’s degree in Journalism from New York University. Follow him on Twitter @GeorgeJerjian.

RetailBooze now, pay later apps prompt concern

Experts are worried people using buy now, pay later services for alcohol will lead to "financial hangovers".

Cassandra Morgan

INSIDER MAGAZINE PremiumSuperyacht captain gives insights into billionaires

Rockingham’s Brendan O’Shannassy spent decades at the helm of luxurious superyachts. He shares what he learned, including the leadership lessons gleaned from the world’s most wealthy.

Katherine Fleming

Joost is bestForrests go Dutch in push to grow luxury resort operations

Andrew and Nicola Forrest’s Tattarang has recruited an international hotelier to run its hospitality and lifestyle arm Z1Z.

Neale Prior

banker’s clampPremiumWestpac joins $140m blue over Dunjey, Ascent assets

Financier Westpac is joining the legal battle over mountaineer Michael Dunjey’s investment activities as lawyers and insolvency accountants brace for a battle over his properties.

Neale Prior

Legal fightPremiumConsMin livid over $17m royalty bill from mines minister

Chinese-owned miner Consolidated Minerals has launched a $17 million-plus legal action against Mines Minister Bill Johnston after he fired off an extra royalties bill for its manganese production.

Neale Prior

politicsPremiumAlbo sparks crossbench war

The government has been forced to defend itself after a major decision sparked a war with the independents.

Courtney Gould

Alleged ponzi schemePremiumLegal showdown imminent for besieged WA philanthropist

Perth philanthropist Michael Dunjey’s life had all the trappings of success. But a Federal Court showdown will hear allegations of a $140 million investment scheme his company is accused of running.

Neale Prior

politicsPremiumTreasurer’s grim warning for Aussies

Australians hoping for an end to the price pinch have been issued a grim warning from the Treasurer.

Courtney Gould

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Police call for end to off-duty harassment in new campaign

WA police officers are fighting for the right to ’disconnect’ from their phones and emails when they are off-duty in the latest salvo in a battle for better working conditions.

Shannon Hampton

‘Scared’ PremiumLaidley reveals gender struggles as a child

Laidley spoke about how sport became both a battle and a refuge as she struggled to come to grips with her identity.

TravelPremiumMore airport chaos amid holiday rush

The disruption at Australian airports is set to continue as the winter school holiday rush sets in.

Catie McLeod

Forecast shut downCommentsPremiumRBA Governor rules out imminent 0.75pc rate hike

Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe has poured cold water on the prospect of a 0.75 per cent jump in interest rates next month – saying increases would be conducted in quarter or half-point increments.

Josh Zimmerman

Firey Gin PremiumNew gin ‘as strong as firefighters’ it pays tribute to

A distillery in the Perth Hills has released a flame-coloured gin “as strong as the firefighters” that saved it from burning to the ground during last year’s devastating Wooroloo bushfires.

Cally Dupe