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Space economy hype grows, as businesses pull back on investments because of fuel costs

Australian businesses are feeling the pressure from rising fuel costs and supply issues, with new ABS data showing nearly three quarters have been negatively impacted. Business NSW Executive Director David Borger joins Ricardo Gonçalves on the SBS On the Money Podcast to discuss how companies are responding and what it means for prices and inflation ahead of key data tomorrow.

Why New Zealand property is suddenly drawing attention in Australia

As Australians furiously debate changes to housing taxes, discussion has emerged about whether investors could look to New Zealand for more favourable tax treatments. That's because New Zealand does not impose a broad capital gains tax on investment properties like Australia does. But experts warn there's a catch.

What are the Abraham Accords - and why do they matter?

US President Donald Trump has called on a range of Gulf countries to improve their relationship with Israel as negotiations continue with Iran on an agreement to end the war. In a post on Truth Social, Trump has called on more Arab and Muslim states to sign up to the Abraham Accords, which were brokered during his first term in office. Here, we explain what the accords are, and why they're so significant.

Ebola numbers continue to rise

Cases of Ebola continue to rise in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the number of suspected cases approaching 1,000, and suspected deaths at more than 200. Aid groups are warning they need more funding to tackle the disease, and health workers and volunteers are working to educate people and quash misinformation.

Sorry won't cut it anymore: calls grow for action on Bringing Them Home recommendations

Almost three decades on from the landmark Bringing Them Home report on Stolen Generations, the government has implemented just six per cent of recommendations. This National Sorry Day, advocates are calling for government action to better support survivors and their families.