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Each week, we unpack the biggest Australian headlines impacting businesses and everyday professionals — from policy changes and economic indicators to tech, compliance, and consumer trends. Expect a crisp recap, plain-English context, and practical takeaways you can act on in minutes. Reliable, jargon-free, and designed for busy listeners who want to stay informed without the noise. Updated weekly, so you never miss what matters.

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This week: Investor sentiment turns cautious as many landlords say theyd exit if negative gearing or CGT changes proceed, keeping pressure on rental supply and influencing loan demand. ANZ receives about $240m in penalties, while APRA boosts its capital add‑on, signalling tougher oversight and tighter bank processes; borrowers should engage early on hardship and keep refinance applications clean. Commonwealth Bank intensifies competition with a digital‑only home loan and up to 300,000 Qantas points, but borrowers should weigh perks against rate, features and total cost. Action point: compare across banks and non‑banks, run a free eligibility check, and keep documents ready for faster approvals.

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EPISODE 695 | Australian Internet Loans Weekly News Insights | Fri, 19th Sep 2025

23 Sep 2025 | Paige Estritori

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