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Australia Bans Card Surcharges From October 1: What Shoppers and Businesses Face
Australia’s card surcharge ban starts October 1, 2026. Businesses lose 0.43% to 1.36% in fees per transaction. Shoppers may see hidden price rises or higher bank fees.
Australian Army Retires Tiger Helicopters After 22 Years, Shifts to Apache Fleet
Australia retires its 22 Tiger attack helicopters after 22 years of service. The ADF transitions to 29 AH-64E Apache helicopters under a A$4.5 billion program, with six already delivered and all 29 expected by end of 2029.
Australia Bans Card Surcharges From October 1: What Changes at Checkout
Australia’s card surcharge ban starts October 1, 2026. Businesses must absorb payment fees or raise prices. Cash discounts and card-only policies emerge as retailers prepare.
Trump’s Canada Tariffs Backfire With Voters Ahead of November Midterms
Trump’s tariffs on Canada are backfiring politically, with 74% of Americans saying they raise prices. The trade war threatens Republican control of Congress in November 2026 midterms.
Australian Fuel Prices Hit $2.80 per Litre as Diesel Crisis Deepens
Australian fuel prices have climbed to $2.70-$2.80 per litre for diesel, costing travellers thousands more. Middle East conflict and expired excise discount are key drivers.
California’s Oldest Winery Files for Bankruptcy After 168 Years
Gundlach Bundschu Winery, California’s oldest family winery since 1858, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on September 23 with $39 million in debt. The company cut costs 50% but could not reach a deal with lenders.
OzCar Copped $50,000 Fine for High-Pressure Sales Tactics on September 24
OzCar fined $50,000 maximum penalty by NSW Fair Trading for unfair sales tactics, preselected cooling-off waivers, and selling substandard vehicles. Three directors also fined $11,000 each.
Coles Grocery Prices Jump 6% in Three Months as Inflation Bites
Choice survey finds grocery prices up 6% at Coles since March. Base basket of eight essentials now costs $43.62 on average across all four major supermarket chains.
Korea Finds Banned Chemicals in Popular Squishy Toys; 8 Products Unsafe
Korea Consumer Agency found banned preservatives and phthalates in squishy stress toys. All 8 wax puff balls contained banned chemicals; one toy had plasticizers at 6.6 times the safety limit.