With the official interest rate differential with NZ now at 1.85%, the Australian dollar is at historic highs against the NZD.
The RBA changed course in February and increased rates, and is likely to move again tomorrow in response to the Middle East crisis.
Qantas has doubled fares on some international routes as fuel prices surge along with demand.
The bank executive had sued over bonuses he said were part of his contract.
With polls showing plummeting support, the party has elected a conservative as leader as it seeks to differentiate itself from the Labor Government.
Helen Lofthouse is stepping down as chief executive, with no replacement announced as the ASX goes on a global search.
Australia, along with Japan, are the only developed economies where the central bank is tightening policy. This has implications for the exchange rate, and for growth.
The market is pricing in more rate increases as Australia's Reserve Bank seeks to cool the economy down.
The audit of the company – founded by NBR Rich Lister Lucy Liu – will look for fake ‘mule’ accounts, often used for criminal activity.
Renewable generation is at record highs, but there are issues with grid distribution infrastructure.