Long Centrelink lines seen early in the pandemic. Photo: ABC

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New rules on how to handle young Aussies who can't find work

The Morrison Government is reconsidering who in the job crisis it should save first. It has promised more resources, but won’t hesitate to ditch those who don’t help themselves.

Business

Why Brisbane fuel refinery may turn its back on $1 billion government handout

Ampol will be getting up to $108 million a year in taxpayer subsidies to keep the Lytton fuel refinery open and up to 550 workers employed – for now.

Business

Game-changer: Gameloft says tax breaks breathe new life into industry

The Australian video gaming industry was on the threshold of “massive, historical moment’’ after the Federal Government announced tax incentives that could put the sector on equal footing with the rest of the world.

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Government takes scalpel to devices that push up price of our premiums

The federal Department of Health will again try to make medical devices cheaper, hoping to reduce pressure on premiums.

Business

Suncorp says it's time to act as flood costs rise to $250 million

The floods that hit southern Queensland and NSW have cost Suncorp up to $250 million with more claims likely.