On knife’s edge: David Jones could appoint administrators by Thursday

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 4, 2026

The 188-year-old retailer is facing collapse after crucial negotiations with its landlords have failed.

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Dateline, US Govt fight to unlock billion-dollar gold-REE mine

Dateline Resources and the US Government have appealed a work ban at its Colosseum gold-REE project, arguing its 1985 mining plan at the billion-dollar prospect remains valid.

Nov 4, 2026

We’ve seen peak Trump, but the next two years will be a rocky ride

If a “blue wave” were to materialise in the elections, Trump would lose control of much of his domestic agenda. Expect him to double down.

Nov 4, 2026

Blow for gig economy as Uber loses $81m High Court battle

The rideshare giant lost its appeal of a landmark legal case - a setback likely to have a broader impact on the gig economy.

Nov 4, 2026

ASX slides; tech stocks track Wall Street gains

The Australian sharemarket had a soft start to Wednesday’s session, with investors digesting the latest rate hike by the Reserve Bank and waiting for news from the US midterm elections.

Nov 3, 2026

The fake job interview that helped spark a $9 billion theft

Binance has released a report into one of the biggest financial heists in history, detailing how hackers tricked their employees.

Nov 3, 2026

If the RBA gets its job wrong, the PM will pay with his

Anthony Albanese. He’s a man who’s taken little interest in the economy now being caught by the iron rule of politics: if the economy turns bad on your watch, you take the blame.

Nov 3, 2026

Summer Super Check

A six-part series featuring practical tips and advice to help you kick off the year with financial clarity.

Nov 3, 2026

Take this 15-minute financial pitstop before your summer road trip

You don’t need a marathon spreadsheet session - taking a few minutes before your summer break gives you a fresh financial start for the year ahead.

Nov 3, 2026

From fleecing fans to 25-hour washer-dryer cycle: Shonky’s top awards named

Virgin Australia, Ticketek, Ticketmaster and Sony are among this year’s winners of the infamous award from consumer advocate CHOICE.

Nov 3, 2026

ASX finishes higher on RBA day; retailers and airlines soar, oil stocks slide

The Australian sharemarket finished its session higher after the Reserve Bank - as expected - raised interest rates to an 18-year record but signalled a wait-and-see approach to further tightening.