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ASX: Aussie shares extend streak but fall just short of mark
Markets

ASX: Aussie shares extend streak but fall just short of mark

The local share market rose 0.2% to equal its longest winning streak of the year.

AAP 21 Aug 2024
ASX: Aussie shares edge higher as winning streak hits seven
Markets

ASX: Aussie shares edge higher as winning streak hits seven

The ASX200 finished up 0.1%, as gains by the big banks and goldminers outweighed losses.

AAP 20 Aug 2024
Rising electricity costs hit BlueScope Steel's profit
World

Rising electricity costs hit BlueScope Steel's profit

BlueScope Steel has reported a slide in profit amid industry and market volatility.

AAP 19 Aug 2024
Nurse began at hospital in WWII. At 97, she still works there
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Nurse began at hospital in WWII. At 97, she still works there

“I love people and my health is good, so I’m happy to do what I can.”