The RBA has binned surcharge fees on debit and credit card transactions, which it says will save punters $1.6 billion – if businesses pass on the savings.
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Posted inEnergy, Local News, Money, Travel
Push for free public transport this Easter as fuel prices reshape travel
The NSW Opposition is calling for free public transport over the Easter long weekend, as new data shows rising fuel prices are already changing how Australians plan their holidays.
Posted inLocal News, Money, NSW Politics
Push to cut rego costs for rural drivers introduced to Parliament
A proposal to cut vehicle registration costs for country drivers has been introduced to NSW Parliament, with Barwon MP Roy Butler arguing the current system unfairly penalises people living in rural areas.
Posted inHousing, Hunter, Money, Tamworth
Fuel, rates, and living costs drive new migration to the regions – if they have a good postcode
We may be looking at a second wave of migration to the regions, but a postcode lending lottery could make things hard for some looking to make the move.
Posted inGrants and funding, Volunteering
Next round of volunteer grants closing soon
Not-for-profit organisations across the New England and Parkes electorates are being urged to act quickly, with applications for the latest round of Australian Government Volunteer Grants closing soon.
Posted inGrants and funding, Local News, Politics
Chaffey calls for federal budget support for local councils
Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey is calling on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to address the urgent needs of regional councils in the May budget
Posted inEconomy, Local News, Seniors
State Government delivers crucial cost-of-living relief
The State Government will spend $30 million to extend two programs aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures for low-income households and older residents.
Posted inEmergency management, Grants and funding, New England Surrounds
Bellingen gets Disaster Declaration for Waterfall Way
The Bellingen Shire has scored a Natural Disaster Declaration that will provide some relief to businesses in Dorrigo, Thora and Bellingen affected by the Waterfall Way closure.
Posted inGlen Innes Severn Shire, Money, Uralla Shire
Last chance to comment on Glen Innes and Uralla major rate increases
Residents have just two weeks left to have a final say on proposed rates increases in Uralla Shire and Glen Innes Severn.
Posted inBusiness, Legal, Money
Coles accused of “utterly misleading” grocery prices
A major Australian supermarket misled consumers into believing its prices had been cut when in fact they had increased, a court has been told.