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Top Stories - The Tradie News You Should Know
🇦🇺 Inmate Sues For Vegemite Rights
A Victorian prisoner is taking legal action claiming a ban on Vegemite breaches his human rights to “enjoy his culture as an Australian.” Read More @ The Times of India
🧲 Copper Theft Spike = Site Risk
As copper prices run, thieves are ripping cable and pipes from jobs and depots. 9 News shows a surge across multiple states - lock it down after hours. Check Out on 9News YouTube
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📈 Construction Costs Spike: +$21k on Every $300k Build
A new Altus/ABS outlook warns homeowners and builders are set to cop an extra $21k on every $300k build or reno as material and energy costs surge. Copper, concrete, bricks, timber and plasterboard are all rising faster than official ABS numbers, driven by soaring electricity and supply pressure across Brisbane’s booming projects. Read More @ Realestate.com.au
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More Stories - Tech, Tools, Laughs & Industry News
CBA’s CEO told parliament refunding “excessive” fees to low-income customers could be taking shareholder money - cue backlash and comparisons to peers. Read More @ The Guardian
First all-new Navara in 11+ years debuts 19 Nov; Aussie tune/validation by Premcar confirmed, AU launch 1H 2026. Eyes on towing, payload, pricing. Read More @ Nissan Australia
💵 Wage Growth Hits 3.4%, Just Ahead of Inflation
Wages grew 3.4% over the year to September - slightly ahead of inflation - giving workers a tiny bump in real purchasing power. But economists warn the lift won’t last, with rising inflation expected to push real wages negative again next year. Public sector workers led the gains, especially state government employees. Read More @ ABC News
🚔 Police Reviewing Bob Katter “Weapon Flick” Video
Yep he’s back in the news… 😂 Queensland Police are examining a video of MP Bob Katter flicking what appears to be a prohibited weapon after the clip surfaced online, sparking fresh controversy. Watch More @ 10 News
🛥️ Jet Ski Crackdown Hits Sydney - Policing Safety or Policing Fun?
NSW Police launching a summer blitz after horror crashes - expect checks, fines and impounds on busy waterways. Good for safety, bad for fun. Check Out on @7newssyd Instagram
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