RBA warns on inflation; Albanese welcomes Middle East plan; mega merger in media

Wednesday 1 October 2025

The Reserve Bank is getting a little more worried about inflation, as it leaves rates on hold. 

• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins global leaders in welcoming Donald Trump’s peace plan for the Middle East. 
• Seven West Media to merge with radio group Southern Cross Media. 
• Australia’s housing market heats up in September.
• Optus’ owner blames staff for network outages.
• The White House slaps 100 per cent tariffs on foreign made films.

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