The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates for the third time this year, pushing the cash rate to 4.35 per cent, even as other major economies pause. In this episode, PWC Chief Economist Amy Lomas unpacks what’s driving the decision and what it signals for the months ahead. The ASX edged lower, falling 0.2 per cent, with Todd Hoare from LGT Wealth Management breaking down how investors reacted. And with borrowers facing rising costs, Sally Tindall from Canstar explains what the latest rate hike means for mortgage repayments and how to assess whether your loan is still competitive.
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Folge vom 05.05.2026Interest rates rise again as markets slip and mortgage pressure builds
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Folge vom 05.05.2026Seven cases of hantavirus now identified on cruise ship stranded off west AfricaSeven cases of the deadly hantavirus have now been identified in a suspected outbreak on a luxury cruise ship off West Africa. The outbreak has caused global concern, as the disease is considered rare among humans. What is happening with the ship, and what does hantavirus actually entail?
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Folge vom 05.05.2026Does the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion go far enough?The first two days of public hearings for the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard from 24 witnesses who are Jewish Australians with lived experience of antisemitism. While there is broad community support for a Royal Commission, some argue it should be expanded to include other minority perspectives including Muslim and First Nations Australians' experiences of racism.
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Folge vom 05.05.2026FIFA World Cup preparations ramp up for the SocceroosThe Socceroos are ramping up their World Cup preparations, with just over a month until the 2026 tournament begins in North America. Coach Tony Popovic has a lot to do... and everyone has a lot to look forward to.