Australia Government

Australian superannuation balances maintained their upward trajectory through February.

The Albanese government is facing fierce backlash from the Greens and crossbench after introducing emergency legislation to freeze temporary visas.

The Albanese government secured a key win as the Greens agree to pass the Division 296 super tax, targeting balances over $3 million.

Iran's Assembly of Experts has named Mojtaba Khamenei as the nation’s third Supreme Leader.

The escalating conflict between Iran, Israel, and the US has plunged the $17 trillion global travel industry into a "quagmire" surpassing any disruption since 9/11.

The Business Council of Australia and the Business Council of Canada have signed a pivotal memorandum of understanding to accelerate trade and investment between the two nations.

The Albanese government is considering a second raid on its flagship Cheaper Home Batteries program in just six months.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers hails a "stronger and broader" Australian economy as annual GDP growth climbs from 2.1% to 2.6%.

PM Anthony Albanese and Canadian leader Mark Carney meet to forge a strategic partnership, uniting on critical minerals and superannuation investment to counter global geopolitical shifts.

RBA Michele Bullock has cautioned that a potential oil price shock stemming from the conflict in Iran could exacerbate local inflationary pressures.

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has advised the 115,000 Australians currently in the Middle East that commercial airlines remain the fastest route out of the region.

The Australian Taxation Office has warned that self-managed superannuation funds will be a major target for compliance action in the coming year.