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Bacardi-Martini Australia, CCEP sign distribution agreement
Food & Drink Business
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BCA will lead both the consumer marketing and influence for its brands and the on-premise channel. The company said its goal is “to strengthen relationships and set new standards for brand advocacy and execution” in Australia’s most respected...
Australia: ACMA orders blocking of more illegal gambling sites
Gambling Insider
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Four additional services found in breach of Interactive Gambling Act. By Gambling Insider Key points: - ACMA directs internet service providers to block four more illegal gambling websites - 1,296 illegal sites and affiliates blocked since 2019 -...
Australia's wage growth steadies after more than a year of declines
Nikkei Asia
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SYDNEY (Reuters) -- Australia's annual wage growth steadied in the April-June quarter after more than a year of declines, led in large part by gains in the public sector, implying a solid rise in real earnings that should support consumer...
CBD Insomnia Clinical Trial Researchers Seeking to Recruit 500 Patients in Australia
Cannabis Science & Technology
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August 13, 2025
Avecho Biotechnology Limited (Avecho) announced in a recent press release that the company is looking to recruit Australians for a clinical trial exploring the use of a pharmaceutical cannabidiol (CBD) product for insomnia (1). Researchers are...
'There are so many great beauty products on sale. Here are my best recommendations under $100.'
Mamamia
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August 14, 2025
The best part about a beauty sale is that feeling when you score a product you already love - or have been low-key stalking online for months - for a fraction of the price. And guess what… if you've been waiting for that feeling to kick in, now is...
Australia, NZ dollars find support in US rate cut wagers
Business Recorder
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August 13, 2025
SYDNEY: The Australian and New Zealand dollars consolidated quietly on Wednesday as mounting expectations of a US rate cut undermined the greenback and offset looser policy at home. The Aussie was down a fraction at $0.6519, having bounced from a...
SeaLink leverages technology to improve accessibility for customers
Breaking Travel News
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August 14, 2025
Creating a brilliant experience for every customer, from the moment they go online to book, to the time they step onboard, is central to SeaLink Marine & Tourism’s customer-first approach. With an estimated 5.5 million Australians (21.4% of the...
Australian coffee in demand as international prices soar
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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August 13, 2025
The spike in price of coffee around the world means consumers are likely to pay more for their morning flat white, but it could prove a boom time for Australian growers. For the first time, the usually more expensive Queensland-grown beans are...
Snapchat research reveals Gen Z’s social-first approach to shopping in Australia
Mumbrella
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August 14, 2025
New research from Snapchat shows young Australians are prioritising authentic connections, self-expression and interactive shopping experiences over brand loyalty this holiday season. With brands of all sizes gearing up for the major moments on...
Vietnam is confirmed as K9 SPH’s first Southeast Asian customer
Asian Military Review
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August 14, 2025
A loosely held secret has now been confirmed – Vietnam is the latest customer for the K9A1 155mm self-propelled howitzer (SPH) from Hanwha Aerospace. This means Vietnam becomes the first Southeast Asian customer for this popular tracked artillery...
Australia equity market rises as S&P/ASX 200 closes at record high
Kalkine Media
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August 13, 2025
Highlights,Utilities, Financials, and Consumer Discretionary sectors led the gains on the S&P/ASX 200,JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX:JBH), CAR Group Ltd (ASX:CAR), and Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) topped the performance chart,Commodities trade mixed...
Infosys to purchase 75% stake in Australia’s Versent for $152m
Verdict
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August 14, 2025
Indian tech major Infosys, has agreed to purchase a 75% stake in Australian digital transformation solutions provider Versent Group from Telstra Group for A$233m ($152.4m). The deal also includes an additional deferred payments contingent on...
Australian Prime Minister Radio interview – ABC Brisbane
The National Tribune
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August 13, 2025
Prime Minister And look what came in with the cows. The Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Thank you very much. Great to be here, Steve, although I’m not sure about the introduction. STEVE AUSTIN: Have...
Netflix quietly hikes prices in Australia again
Forbes Australia
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Published on August 14, 2025 Netflix has quietly raised subscription prices for Australian users – yet again. With the Premium tier now nearing $30 a month and cheaper plans disappearing, competition is heating up for the streaming giant. Netflix...
Canyon Solar installs 250 kW modular PV canopy overnight in Australia
pv-magazine
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August 14, 2025
Modular PV manufacturer Canyon Solar has successfully installed 250 kWp of solar in a single night as part of a three-week build at a shopping center in northeastern Australia. August 14, 2025 David Carroll From pv magazine Australia Canyon Solar...
Breaking News: Australia to Produce Its First Naval Strike Missile Launchers for Export to Europe
Defense News Security News Army Recognition
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Two export contracts worth a total of USD 80 million have been awarded to Kongsberg Defence Australia for the supply of missile launchers and command and control consoles to several European countries. Announced on 14 August 2025 by the Australian...
Australia’s central bank cuts rates marginally, warning again of world “uncertainty”
World Socialist Web Site
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August 13, 2025
Following in the footsteps of other central banks, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board yesterday tentatively and fractionally lowered its official interest rate for the third time this year. The board decided, reportedly unanimously, to...
Aldi strategies that create the most loyal customers
Nine
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Every week it seems there's another Aldi product that has changed, is experiencing a temporary supply issue or has been discontinued altogether. Aldi customers are the most loyal grocery shoppers you will find, so when their favourite discount...
Netflix Australia price increase pushes premium plan near $30 a month
The Economic Times
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August 14, 2025
Netflix has implemented a Netflix Australia price increase, raising fees for all subscription tiers in the country. The changes took effect on Aug. 8, 2025, for new customers and will apply to existing subscribers during their next billing cycle,...
Australia’s wage growth steadies in Q2, supported by public sector
WKZO - Michigan
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August 13, 2025
By Stella Qiu SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australia’s annual wage growth steadied in the June quarter after more than a year of declines, led in large part by gains in the public sector, implying a solid rise in real earnings that should support consumer...