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Posted inGunnedah Shire, Housing

Independent tribunal approves Special Rate Variation for Gunnedah Shire

blankby Lia EdwardsMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025

The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has approved Gunnedah Shire Council’s application to increase rates above the rate peg.

Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Federal Politics

Budget week to bring inflation, cost-of-living news

blankby AAPMarch 23, 2025March 23, 2025

The Albanese government will look to further ease cost-of-living pressures without adding to inflation when it delivers its fourth budget.

Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Money

Subscription traps, dodgy deals and hidden fees to go

blankby AAPOctober 16, 2024

Subscription traps, manipulative sales tactics and hidden fees could be banned under proposed federal laws.

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