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The Four-Day Week Verdict: What Two Years of Australian Trial Data Actually Show

The Four-Day Week Verdict: What Two Years of Australian Trial Data Actually Show

Australia’s two-year four-day work week trial offers fresh evidence on whether shorter work weeks really work. From productivity and employee wellbeing to business adoption, here’s what the data reveals and what it could mean for the future of work.

By Jonathan H. Westover
HSBC Sells A$36 Billion Australian Loan Portfolio to Blackstone
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HSBC Sells A$36 Billion Australian Loan Portfolio to Blackstone

HSBC is exiting Australian consumer lending by selling its A$36 billion loan portfolio to Blackstone as part of its global restructuring strategy.

By Shivangi
What the 2026 Semiconductor Shortage Means for Australian Manufacturers
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What the 2026 Semiconductor Shortage Means for Australian Manufacturers

Australian manufacturers are once again facing semiconductor supply challenges in 2026 as AI-driven demand for memory chips tightens global availability. Here’s how the shortage is impacting production costs, delivery timelines, and supply chains, and the steps businesses can take to stay ahead.

By Shivangi
Australia’s Inflation Slows to 3.8% in June
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AusAlert Clears Major Test, Faces Gaps

Officials hailed the nationwide trial as a success, but technical shortcomings and Queensland's opt-out remain unresolved before launch. 

By Pooja Malik

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