Intuit launches AI agents for small business

The Finance Agent brings cash flow, profit and loss, and financial trends together in real time. If income changes or expenses spike, it identifies the likely source. It functions like a lightweight... Read more »

ACT government flags bus network changes from February, fare-free summer weekend evenings

The ACT government has announced changes to the public transport network as major construction continues on Commonwealth Avenue Bridge. From February, Canberra’s bus timetable will be altered to allow for the project,... Read more »

Police officer’s claim about search for Lindy Lucena in Ballina tested at watchdog hearing

An officer who responded to where Lindy Lucena’s body was later found has told the police watchdog he recalls getting out of his vehicle to look for her, but conceded he could... Read more »

Local consortium races to rescue Sanjeev Gupta’s Tahmoor mine

A local consortium says it is “hastily” working on a bid to take over the mothballed Tahmoor mine, owned by British billionaire Sanjeev Gupta, to ensure operations start soon and “there is... Read more »

Parents urge testing after Northland baby flatlines in whooping cough battle

She and husband Kieran live in Kaipara on a street with other family members. He recently started a lawn-mowing business. Eden was a happy baby with a big personality, she said. She... Read more »

‘We miss having a dog but it’s the price you pay’: the village that banned pets to save wildlife | Ethical and green living

Bill Smart has never heard the word “solarpunk”. But the softly spoken 77-year-old lights up when given the definition from Wikipedia: a literary, artistic and social movement that envisions and works towards... Read more »

Celeste Barber’s no-BS Booie Beauty launches in Woolworths

Booie Beauty started with the conviction that makeup shouldn’t be so serious — but its national launch in Woolworths is one of the most significant retailer debuts for an Australian beauty brand... Read more »

Spotify wrapped: Perth’s favourite artists revealed by modern holiday tradition that dominates social media

Christmas lights and wickets falling in backyard games of cricket may signify the year’s end for many — but another viral holiday tradition dominating both social media and office banter has become... Read more »

What to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw

Australia’s Socceroos will soon learn who their FIFA World Cup 2026 opening stage opponents are, with the unveiling of the tournament’s draw.The World Cup draw will be attended by United States President... Read more »

Bruce Lehrmann dodges conviction over drunken joyride

Bruce Lehrmann has avoided a conviction for taking a drunken joyride in someone else’s Toyota Prado after his car keys were taken from him. But Lehrmann – who was previously threatened with... Read more »