The Reserve Bank has left interest rates on hold at 3.6 per cent, as widely expected. The Australian share market finished lower. Here is a look back on how the trading day unfolded.
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ASIC's deep dive into the hazy world of private lending
The corporate regulator is threatening Australia's nascent private lending industry with tighter regulation if it does not see a significant lift in standards.
Commbank, Temu and electricity retailers named 'shonky' in annual awards
Five companies have been handed the infamous annual award by consumer group Choice, in a bid to name and shame "dodgy products, services and companies".
Regional WA residents fear 'beyond a joke' airfares as cap scheme unclear
Regional West Australian residents booking flights to Perth beyond June 30 next year face a $400 jump in airfares, as uncertainty clouds the future of the state's price cap scheme.
China extends visa-free entry for 45 countries, including Australia
The extension, which is until the end of 2026, covers 32 European countries as well as Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and several nations in South America and the Gulf region.
Cheaper avocados on the cards with record set to tumble
WA growers say they are on track to "smash" the record season they enjoyed two years ago, but the volume of production means it is crucial to increase exports.