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Secret examination of agency running Aukus submarine program handed to government – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Aukus in doubt as Pentagon reviews pact; Beach Boy Brian Wilson dies, Australia fight back at Lord’s

Pentagon to review if Aukus fits with ‘America first’ agenda; songwriter and producer seen as one of music’s all-time greats dies

The Guardian - AU

Four in five sunscreens fail SPF test: consumer group

The Cancer Council is disputing the findings of tests on popular sunscreens in Australia that show 16 out of 20 don't match the SPF 50+ ratings on their tubes.

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Several leading Australian sunscreens don’t provide the protection they say, Choice finds

Consumer group tested 20 popular SPF 50 and 50+ brands and found 16 didn’t meet the claims on the bottles

The Guardian - AU

What Cattle-on-Feed Report, EU Tariffs Mean for Live and Feeder Cattle Futures

The USDA’s monthly cattle-on-feed report was bullish for live and feeder cattle futures, but a deteriorating trade situation could spell lights out for bulls.

Barchart

Major Retailer Closing Its Store In A UK Shopping Centre As More People Shop Online, Other Branches Also Closing

Tessuti has closed its doors at Sheffield's Meadowhall Shopping Centre, reflecting a broader trend of store closures and retail restructuring across the UK.

International Business Times UK

Smaller, more expensive chocolate eggs may leave ‘bitter’ taste this Easter, warns Australia’s consumer watchdog

A Choice investigation has found seasonal treats from Cadbury, Nestlé and Aldi have all been hit by shrinkflation

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Prices dropping for all major supermarkets bar Woolies

Woolworths is the only major supermarket chain to flunk a government-funded report on grocery prices across Australia.

AAP

Groceries are getting more expensive at Woolworths but cheaper at Coles, report finds

Choice price tracker finds cost of shopping at Aldi barely changed between March and December 2024 in quarterly assessment of 14 common items

The Guardian - AU

‘Equally good untoasted’: Coles and Aldi top Australian supermarket hot cross bun taste test

In a blind taste test, judges found a ‘luscious’ chocolate bun came out on top, while gluten-free options are ‘much better than they used to be’

The Guardian - AU

Labor’s bid to bolster Australian airline passenger rights may prove weaker than existing law, Choice warns

Consumer advocacy group says draft charter should include the right to a replacement or a refund when a flight is cancelled or significantly delayed

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Trump tariff turmoil, new groups target Greens and teals, Gene Hackman’s death ‘suspicious’

Economists warning as US president says levies on Canada and Mexico will start on Tuesday; police investigate after Hollywood legend found dead

The Guardian - AU

Choice reveals Australian insurers with biggest price hikes in the past year

Kogan, RAC and Honey were the worst offenders, raising rates by more than 30%, while only one brand lowered its quotes

The Guardian - AU

Choice dishes the dirt on Australia’s best and worst stain removers: ‘Price doesn’t always equal performance’

Top-performing Sard spray is six times more expensive than second-best Aldi product, yet only marginally more effective, lab test finds

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Back-to-school shopping on a budget: savvy ways parents can save on costs

Experts share thrifty tips for avoiding a new-year blowout – from shopping late and sharing items to applying for grants and embracing secondhand

The Guardian - AU

Can you get a good night’s sleep for under $1,000? One couple’s tireless quest for the ‘Goldilocks’ mattress

In search of bedroom bliss, Andrew Herrick and his wife lay on every mattress in the showroom. But could they find one that was just right?

The Guardian - AU

New year goals: 25 ways to make your life easier, cheaper and more fun in 2025

Expert tips and handy hacks for saving on bills, bagging a bargain, kicking fitness targets and boosting your wellbeing

The Guardian - AU

If I have a small amount of credit left on a gift card, does the merchant get to keep that money?

I wouldn’t bank on a business allowing refunds on a gift card, writes Australian policy professional Kat George. But if they have misrepresented the terms you may be entitled

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Christmas dinner on a budget: plan your shop, trim the fat and change expectations

With many Australians still worried about the cost of living, experts say bargain shopping – and chipping away at a culture of excess – can help

AAP

Grocery giants 'throw shoppers a bone' for Christmas

One supermarket chain remains the cheapest option for a general basket, but those looking for a deal on a holiday banquet should try the two big retailers.

The Guardian - AU

Each time I leave a rental, my landlord withholds some of my bond. How can I defend my rights without legal action?

The stress and cost of dispute resolution can outweigh the loss of a bond, writes Australian policy professional Kat George. Here’s what you should do

The Guardian - AU

Lindt and supermarket home brands criticised by consumer group for ‘shrinkflation’ on items including chocolates, cakes, and tarts

The Guardian - AU

Christmas ham taste test: cheaper meats beat ‘Frankfurt-smelling’ premium option in Choice ranking

Consumer advocacy group sampled 10 hams from major Australian supermarkets, with the worst ham also the most expensive

AAP

Fists, knives, guns: why Bunnings turned to facial data

Lowest prices were just the beginning for hundreds of thousands of Australians whose facial data was recorded by Bunnings without their consent.

Newcastle Herald

Bunnings breached privacy with 'intrusive' facial recognition technology

Bunnings has already said it will review the decision.

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