Australia's complex awards system is a real barrier to workers being paid properly by small businesses, the head of Australia's industrial relations umpire says. But that's about to change.

Australia's complex awards system is a real barrier to workers being paid properly by small businesses, the head of Australia's industrial relations umpire says. But that's about to change.

ABC Melbourne radio host Hilary Harper's purse was stolen by some "very shady people" earlier this year and she's still dealing with the aftermath. Here's how to avoid it happening to you.

ABC Melbourne radio host Hilary Harper's purse was stolen by some "very shady people" earlier this year and she's still dealing with the aftermath. Here's how to avoid it happening to you.

The Australian economy beats expectations with a strong 3.1 per cent annual increase in GDP, but economists warn that may be "as good as it gets" with weak wages growth and low savings limiting consumer spending.