| Abbott 'admits parent scheme hikes costs' TREASURER Wayne Swan turned the tables on the taxes issue, saying Tony Abbott has admitted he will increase the cost of living. news.com.au |
Housing affordability nears record low HOUSING affordability nears record low due to higher interest rates and rising home values in the June quarter, says a survey. news.com.au |
CAW head decries end of EI extension Ken Lewenza, the president of the Canadian Auto Workers Union, says the federal government's decision to end stimulus measures on employment insurance is premature. cbc.ca |
Dollar lower on weak shares THE dollar was weaker at noon, weighed down by a weak share market ahead of the Reserve Bank's interest rate decision this afternoon. news.com.au |
Shares fall in morning session THE share market was lower at noon as investors remain cautious over concerns about the sovereign debt of European countries. news.com.au |