Airlines are facing higher fuel costs and cutting fares at the same time. How does that work?
Trying to book a flight right now can feel absurd. Qantas and Virgin Australia are warning that higher fuel costs and disruption linked to the Middle East conflict are putting pressure on fares[1] and forcing capacit...
Slump for Labor in YouGov survey, but not in other federal polls
While a federal YouGov poll has Labor’s primary vote down three points to a tie with One Nation...
How court cases against Woolworths and Coles could change the future of shopping in Australia
The consumer watchdog’s Federal Court case[1] against Woolworths over its “prices dropped” promo...
President Trump’s Plan for Cuba: Pressure, Leverage, and the Politics of Proximity
Few bilateral relationships in global politics carry the historical weight and symbolic tension of…
It’s a chilly campaign for Matt Canavan in Farrer
Nationals leader Matt Canavan is giving the concept of the political “ground game” a new twist i…
Some senior bureaucrats earn more than $1 million a year. How did we get here?
The public service isn’t often considered highly newsworthy, but when it comes to how much senio…
Why cash has made an unexpected comeback in Australia: new study
After two decades of declining cash use, Australians are handing over more banknotes and coins f…
Australia
what the NDIS changes mean for participants
In sweeping reforms[1] to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) announced today, the government will cut[2] 160,000 participants from the scheme over the next four years and reduce funding for the average plan by A...
Government finally to cover full cost of showering under home care program
From October people will no longer have to pay to receive help with showering, dressing and support in managing continence, in changes to home care packages to be announced by Health Minister Mark Butler on Wednesday. Under t...
NDIS: What is it? Where does the money go?
Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is one of the most ambitious social policy reforms in the country’s modern history. It is also one of the most expensive — and increasingly…
The Coalition wants NDIS reform to focus on 3 things. Here’s what this would mean for users – and the…
The government is expected to announce further changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) this week, focused on containing the rising number of participants and the growth in costs…
Fuel: What It Has Done to Australian Air Fares, Flight Schedules and How We Think About Going Overseas
For decades, Australians have taken for granted that the world is accessible. A long-haul flight was expensive, yes—but predictable. Airlines scheduled routes years in advance, fares moved within …
Leaving School: What Career Options Will Make It Hard for AI to Replace You?
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it is here, embedded in workplaces, reshaping industries, and quietly changing what it means to have a “secure” career. For school leavers, t…
The Times Property Section
Inner Brisbane already rebuilding as Council pushes for more homes in low-medium density zones
Brisbane City Council wants more homes built in its low-medium density suburbs. But builders say...
Sydney Residential Property: What Is the Trend in 2026?
Sydney’s residential property market has entered 2026 in a state of transition — not collapsing...
Melbourne Residential Property: Up or Down in 2026?
Melbourne’s property market in 2026 is not delivering a simple answer. It is neither booming nor…
Power Bills: What Are the Options to Decrease What a Family Pays
Australian households are being told, repeatedly, to “use less power.” Turn off lights. Shorten…
How to Maximise Your Likelihood of Being Accepted for a Rental Home
Australia’s rental market is competitive, fast-moving, and increasingly selective. In many areas…
Why The Times Is a Valuable Place to Advertise Regional Property
Regional Australia has moved from the margins to the mainstream. Once considered secondary mark…
The Times Business
Why a Commercial Slush Machine Can Create New Revenue Streams for Businesses
Most business owners are always looking for that one addition that pays for itself quickly, keeps ...
Thinking of Creating a Business Startup? How to Use AI to Get Ahead of the Competition
In 2026, launching a startup is no longer just about having a good idea. It is about execution s...
The Hidden Threat Inside Data Centers: Why Fuel Degradation Demands Industry Attention
Data centers are designed with one overriding objective: uninterrupted operation. To achieve this...
10 Reasons to Hire a Slushie Machine for Your Next Party or Event
Planning a party or event is all about finding the right mix of fun, convenience, and making sure ...
Businesses tap UOW PhD researchers to accelerate innovation
Industry internship program connects businesses with research talent to fast-track innovation an...
Atlassian: What It Is, What It Does and Who Runs It
In an era where global technology giants are dominated by Silicon Valley, one of the most influe...
Times Advertising Launches to Connect Australian Businesses with Premium Digital Media Exposure
Sydney, Australia — A new digital advertising platform, Times Advertising, has officially launched, ...
Airfares: What the Iran Disarmament Campaign Means for Prices on Your Next Trip
For Australians planning their next interstate getaway or long-awaited overseas holiday, the cos...
Your AI is only as smart as your search
Enterprises are pouring billions into artificial intelligence, and many are not seeing the return ...
Technology
6 ways your smartwatch is lying to you, accor…
You check your smartwatch after a run. Your fitness score has dropped. You’ve burnt hardly any...
Local News
Court outcome reinforces wildlife traffick…
A 20-year-old man has been fined close to $50,000 and ordered to pay costs after pleading guilty t...
Culture
Gastric Sleeve Eligibility: Everything You Ne…
Thousands of Australians consider gastric sleeve surgery every year, but understanding whether the...
Travel
Holidays: How to Book a Flight — and Protect …
For decades, booking an overseas holiday was a straightforward transaction: choose your destinat...
The Times Features
Before vaccines, diphtheria used to kill hundreds each …
The Northern Territory[1] and Western Australia[2] are experiencing outbreaks of an almost-era...
realestate.com.au attracts the buyer for 9 in 10 listed…
New PropTrack data reveals the impact realestate.com.au has on property sales, with the platfor...
The Hidden Threat Inside Data Centers: Why Fuel Degrada…
Data centers are designed with one overriding objective: uninterrupted operation. To achieve this...
Holidays: How to Book a Flight — and Protect Your Money…
For decades, booking an overseas holiday was a straightforward transaction: choose your destinat...
Olivia Colman, Kate Box to join an exclusive Live Q…
Fresh out of cinemas, JIMPA - the new film by acclaimed director Sophie Hyde (Good Luck to you, ...
Homemade Food: Cheaper Than Takeaway, Healthier Than Yo…
As the cost of living continues to bite across Australia, households are taking a harder look at...
The Coalition wants NDIS reform to focus on 3 things. H…
The government is expected to announce further changes to the National Disability Insurance Sche...
Power Bills: What Are the Options to Decrease What a Fa…
Australian households are being told, repeatedly, to “use less power.” Turn off lights. Shorten...
The Times Launches Dedicated Property Advertising Platf…
In a significant expansion of its digital media offering, The Times has formally launched TimesA...