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Employers, be warned: you might be short-staffed on Thursday, November 19, as gamers dive into Grand Theft Auto 6.

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A one-day closure of Finland's embassy in Canberra has sparked an unlikely international social media frenzy.

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CommBank allegedly overcharged tens of thousands of business customers without properly disclosing those fees, according to ASIC.

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Chartered accountant Jason Andrew shares his exclusive profitable discounting calculator and explains the financial tactics to guarantee profitability this Black Friday.

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The company pitches itself as "the #1 home solar and battery company in Australia" but the industry regulator is concerned it is not "fit and proper".

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Half of the stores in David Jones’ network will close by the end of the year as part of a massive restructure of the department store’s operations. In an update...

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The shapewear brand is refunding customers who bought a US$148 ($216) advent calendar containing little more than hair ties and keychains.

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Charles Edward Lloyd Jones worked for David Jones during its "golden era" and he says there's still a place for unique retail experiences.

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A new AI safety regulator will enforce the Australian AI Standards, with the power to impose significant penalties on companies that breach them.

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Businesses can now 'claim' their business on the popular AI platform, manage their information and gain insights into how potential customers are finding them through ChatGPT.

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Research has found that transaction costs can be “approximately two and a half times more than the prices of the products because of process inefficiencies.”

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A fast-tracked Senate inquiry into trust tax overhauls heard relatively simple questions about how distributions work, as experts fear unintended consequences.

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The Coalition has pledged to cut 25% of Commonwealth red tape, promising billions in savings for Australian businesses.

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ASIC Commissioner Simone Constant says the collapse of Bathla Group is a cautionary take for the private credit sector.

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Bendigo's Frankie & Co says it will stock Australian labels left hanging by David Jones' spectacular collapse.

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Smaller consultancies are seizing on the troubles facing Australia's Big Four accounting firms, snapping up experienced talent and moving into lucrative markets once dominated by the industry giants.

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Exotic Bazaar plans to expand to New Zealand as the Australian food brand forges ahead with its latest manufacturing and fulfilment facility goals.

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How did a once prestigious store – which until 2011 boasted “There’s no other store like David Jones” – get to this point?

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Shoppers flocked to David Jones stores nationwide, eager to secure clothing, homewares, and personal goods on clearance before Christmas.

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