A consumer boom drives a surprise jump in economic growth to its fastest rate in two years, which may spell the end for rate cuts according to the RBA, while a **super fund giant [is] open to performance test tweaks and Bendigo Bank profit surges** as community groups are cut.
The government's **deportation deal with Nauru [is set] to cost $2.5b, with Prime Minister Albanese refusing to release Nauru deal details amidst accusations that a ‘divisive’ coalition [is] blamed for scapegoating migrants**; additionally, home care help kicks in sooner after a political backflip, and a defence reform update reveals suicide inquiry progress with limited recommendations implemented.
A proposed **FOI amendment bill [is seen as] a transparency counter-revolution, while questions arise about how billionaires control climate policy and the ethical implications of the price of privilege** potentially buying moral bankruptcy.
India cuts consumption tax to spur domestic demand amid global economic headwinds, and Putin says China to benefit from a new gas pipeline providing competitive energy advantages.
The **ABC [is] accused of ‘performative’ regret** over a fired journalist, following an unlawful termination case and a disputed apology regarding a substantial fine.