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Tegan George

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The RBA ruling out interest rate cuts demonstrates that they continue to prioritise controlling inflation over unemployment

Markets are predicting two interest rate rises in 2026 but the Australia Institute’s chief economist has urged cash-strapped mortgage holders not to panic just yet.

Economy
The RBA ruling out interest rate cuts demonstrates that they continue to prioritise controlling inflation over unemployment

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“Maximum lethality”: the US military under the Trump administration

Australia’s allegiance to the US is being tested as the Trump administration faces accusations of illegal military action and escalating national security recklessness.

International Affairs
“Maximum lethality”: the US military under the Trump administration

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‘We call it rip it and ship it’: Canadian leaders slam Woodside’s pipeline projects

Canadian Indigenous leaders have warned Australian gas giant Woodside that pipelines in British Columbia (BC) are driving illegal land seizes, violent police raids and the destruction of pristine ecosystems.

Climate
‘We call it rip it and ship it’: Canadian leaders slam Woodside’s pipeline projects

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ACCC: private health insurers’ $4.8 billion covid windfall returned

Private health insurers have returned almost $4.8 billion to Australian customers after pledging not to profit from reduced access to health services during the pandemic. 

Society & Culture
ACCC: private health insurers’ $4.8 billion covid windfall returned
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