Australian holiday home investors face a perfect storm of new tax threats and soaring costs, yet properties continue defying economic logic with strong returns.

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Aussie injured in deadly Swiss bar blaze An Australian is among more than 100 people injured in a horror blaze that has killed dozens at a crowded bar in the Swiss Alps.

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Fire tore through a packed New Year’s Eve bar at Crans-Montana, killing about 40 people. An Australian is among more than 100 injured.

Aug 1, 2025 · The Australian’s Political Editor Geoff Chambers at Parliament House in Canberra.

Aug 18, 2025 · Israel has revoked the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority and warned of tighter entry restrictions for officials, in a sharp escalation of diplomatic tensions after ...

Feb 11, 2025 · Australian Workers Union members at the Tomago smelter near Newcastle in NSW will begin stop work action after reaching a stalemate with management over a new pay deal.