Family-run Happy Fortune brothel in Wollongong has applied to extend trading hours to 3:30am, arguing it will reduce antisocial behaviour and meet local demand. The DA is under council consideration.
The Maritime Union alleges Carnival Cruise Lines pays some staff a tenth of the minimum wage for 300-hour months. The company denies claims, citing international standards. Read the full investigation.
A rock fisherman's life jacket kept him afloat in heavy seas off Kiama, highlighting its critical importance. Surf lifesavers also responded to multiple after-hours rescues on Illawarra beaches over a scorching weekend.
The Australian share market closed slightly lower on Monday, with the ASX200 falling 0.1% amid thin trading volumes ahead of the New Year holiday. Discover the day's top performers and laggards.
Develop Global has overhauled its director disclosure protocols after its chairman sold over $700,000 in stock and the company failed to report another director's share purchases. Details here.
Automation now drives 85% of Australian equity trades, collapsing adviser numbers by 40% in five years. Explore the human cost and what remains irreplaceable in modern markets.
WA Premier Roger Cook confirms no changes to Perth's restrictive retail trading hours during this government term, citing a focus on other priorities. Read the full story.
Plan your festive season with our complete guide to opening hours for Services Australia, Australia Post, and major banks. Avoid the hassle and know when services are closed.
Plan your festive drinks run. Full state-by-state trading hours for Dan Murphy's, BWS, Liquorland, and Vintage Cellars over Christmas and New Year's. Check your local store now.
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas and New Year trading hours for Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, and IGA across Australia. Plan your shop now!
Your essential guide to Geelong's Christmas and New Year trading hours for 2023. Find out when supermarkets, shops, and services are open over the festive season.
Sunshine Coast caravan maker Zone RV collapses, leaving customers owed $18M. New allegations claim the company traded insolvent for over two years. Read the full investigation.
The City of Vincent moves to create a secure exchange zone for online marketplace deals, aiming to reduce scams and increase safety for residents. A detailed report is due in three months.
Western Power has restored electricity to over 104,000 customers after Sunday's summer storm, but bushfires leave 11,000 in the Mid West without power. Find out about outage payments.
Documents reveal ASIC was warned Zone RV was trading insolvent in September. The Coolum Beach caravan company's collapse has left customers, including a cancer survivor, out of pocket by hundreds of thousands of dollars just before Christmas.
Discover how digital trading platforms have democratised commodity markets, making them accessible to farmers and small producers across Australia. Learn about the transformation from exclusive old boys' clubs to transparent online systems.
Australia ranks poorly for work-life balance globally. Discover how increasing public holidays offers a quick solution to give Australians back their time and improve wellbeing.
Perth retailers claim outdated shopping hour regulations are forcing consumers online instead of supporting local businesses. Learn how these rules impact WA's economy.
Coco Austin explains her choice to breastfeed her daughter Chanel until age six, calling it a bonding experience. The model and Ice-T's wife details her parenting approach.
Western Australia's government, opposition and crossbench agree to extended parliamentary sitting hours to ensure critical legislation passes through the Upper House before winter break.
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Wesfarmers faces investor pressure as shares drop following cautious trading outlook across Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks divisions ahead of annual meeting.