Matthew Hall
@matthalljourno.bsky.social
Deputy Editor Business + Economy
at The Conversation Australia + NZ
at The Conversation Australia + NZ
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Starting a business is difficult for anyone, let alone in a new country.
How migrant business owners turn their identity into an asset, despite some bumps along the way
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July 31, 2025 at 3:51 AM
Starting a business is difficult for anyone, let alone in a new country.
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The foundations of our economic boom are shifting. Australia needs to position itself at the centre of new green industries.
July 30, 2025 at 3:49 AM
The foundations of our economic boom are shifting. Australia needs to position itself at the centre of new green industries.
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Has Australia’s beef industry been sold out for the benefit of a trade deal with the United States? Or is this just a poorly timed announcement? 👉 theconversation.com/austral...
July 25, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Has Australia’s beef industry been sold out for the benefit of a trade deal with the United States? Or is this just a poorly timed announcement? 👉 theconversation.com/austral...
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Covering the cost of someone else obviously makes a dent in your own bank account. But researchers found it could have some surprising impacts on your happiness.
Time to ditch splitting the bill? Shouting a close friend could actually make you happier
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July 26, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Covering the cost of someone else obviously makes a dent in your own bank account. But researchers found it could have some surprising impacts on your happiness.
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Keeping passengers safe is airlines’ highest priority. But rerouting flights to avoid conflict zones can create disruptions and increase operating costs.
The Middle East is a major flight hub. How do airlines keep passengers safe during conflict?
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June 17, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Keeping passengers safe is airlines’ highest priority. But rerouting flights to avoid conflict zones can create disruptions and increase operating costs.
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Australia is awash with cash looking for investment opportunities. So why do small and medium-sized businesses often struggle to access it?
Small businesses are an innovation powerhouse. For many, it’s still too hard to raise the funds they need
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June 15, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Australia is awash with cash looking for investment opportunities. So why do small and medium-sized businesses often struggle to access it?
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Industry figures have warned consumers to prepare for price rises, amid expected shortages of milk, butter and cheese.
Extreme weather could send milk prices soaring, deepening challenges for the dairy industry
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June 11, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Industry figures have warned consumers to prepare for price rises, amid expected shortages of milk, butter and cheese.
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A wealth tax on billionaires would require global cooperation and get us into the tricky territory of taxing unrealised gains. But we already do that in some circumstances.
Some economists have called for a radical ‘global wealth tax’ on billionaires. How would that work?
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June 9, 2025 at 8:29 PM
A wealth tax on billionaires would require global cooperation and get us into the tricky territory of taxing unrealised gains. But we already do that in some circumstances.
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Australian super funds, businesses and even the federal government could face higher costs, with the US on the brink of declaring a new tax war on much of the world.
Australia is in the firing line of Trump’s looming ‘revenge tax’. It’s a fight we’re unlikely to win
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June 6, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Australian super funds, businesses and even the federal government could face higher costs, with the US on the brink of declaring a new tax war on much of the world.
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The listing is a huge milestone for private equity firm Bain Capital, which acquired the airline in crisis five years ago.
Virgin Australia is coming back to the share market. Here’s what this new chapter could mean
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June 5, 2025 at 9:44 AM
The listing is a huge milestone for private equity firm Bain Capital, which acquired the airline in crisis five years ago.
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A new report shows revenue for the charity sector hit a record high in 2023. But if you leave out one huge single donation, total donations were flat.
Australia’s charity sector is growing – but many smaller charities are doing it tough
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June 4, 2025 at 8:29 PM
A new report shows revenue for the charity sector hit a record high in 2023. But if you leave out one huge single donation, total donations were flat.
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Borrowing is getting cheaper. But for aspiring homeowners, research suggests this could push house prices even further out of reach.
With interest rates on the way down, could house prices boom? Here’s what research suggests
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June 1, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Borrowing is getting cheaper. But for aspiring homeowners, research suggests this could push house prices even further out of reach.
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Right now, it’s not insurance companies we should worry about. It is the unfolding, real-time collapse of insurance for households, businesses and communities.
NSW is again cleaning up after major floods. Are we veering towards the collapse of insurability?
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May 29, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Right now, it’s not insurance companies we should worry about. It is the unfolding, real-time collapse of insurance for households, businesses and communities.
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A new report offers a roadmap to a healthier housing system. But its recommendations will require bold action.
Australia is forecast to fall 262,000 homes short of its housing target. We need bold action
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May 22, 2025 at 4:59 AM
A new report offers a roadmap to a healthier housing system. But its recommendations will require bold action.
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Refinancing means replacing your existing home loan with a new one – either from your current lender or a new one. Why? To take advantage of better loan terms.
Interest rates are coming down. Here’s what homeowners should know about refinancing
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May 21, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Refinancing means replacing your existing home loan with a new one – either from your current lender or a new one. Why? To take advantage of better loan terms.
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In 2024, 62% of Australian organisations used AI ‘moderately’ or ‘extensively’ in recruitment. Legal regulation is yet to catch up.
AI may be exposing jobseekers to discrimination. Here’s how we could better protect them
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May 20, 2025 at 4:14 AM
In 2024, 62% of Australian organisations used AI ‘moderately’ or ‘extensively’ in recruitment. Legal regulation is yet to catch up.
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Changing consumer tastes and the dominance of a few big players are putting sustained pressure on the industry – especially smaller producers.
Wine is still Australia’s most popular alcoholic drink – but many producers face an uncertain future
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May 18, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Changing consumer tastes and the dominance of a few big players are putting sustained pressure on the industry – especially smaller producers.
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Your wages go into your bank account every week or two. So why isn’t your super paid at the same time?
Soon, your boss will have to pay your wages and super at the same time. Here’s how everyone could benefit
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May 14, 2025 at 6:44 AM
Your wages go into your bank account every week or two. So why isn’t your super paid at the same time?
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As one chef put it: ‘Free steak dinners don’t pay my rent or stop my boss docking pay for smoke breaks.’
Free food and beer are common perks for hospitality workers – but are they masking unfairness?
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May 12, 2025 at 9:14 PM
As one chef put it: ‘Free steak dinners don’t pay my rent or stop my boss docking pay for smoke breaks.’
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Many of the snowsports instructors we followed built fulfilling careers – albeit often for lower pay. But the move didn’t work out for everyone.
Ever wanted to ditch the 9-to-5 and teach snowsports? We followed people who did it for 10 years
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May 8, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Many of the snowsports instructors we followed built fulfilling careers – albeit often for lower pay. But the move didn’t work out for everyone.
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Many countries around the world have become important hubs in the global system of film and TV production. Trump’s proposed tariffs could have a massive impact.
How do you put a tariff on movies? Here’s what Trump’s plan could mean for Australia
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May 7, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Many countries around the world have become important hubs in the global system of film and TV production. Trump’s proposed tariffs could have a massive impact.
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Superstar investor Warren Buffett has announced plans to retire. Whatever happens next will reveal the enduring power — or limitations — of his philosophy.
As Warren Buffett prepares to retire, does his investing philosophy have a future?
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May 6, 2025 at 5:29 AM
Superstar investor Warren Buffett has announced plans to retire. Whatever happens next will reveal the enduring power — or limitations — of his philosophy.
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Early findings from an ongoing three-year research project into side hustles raise questions about their merits as a pathway to financial freedom.
Are side hustles really a way to escape the rat race, or just passion projects for a privileged few?
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April 30, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Early findings from an ongoing three-year research project into side hustles raise questions about their merits as a pathway to financial freedom.
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Neither major party wants to change two longstanding concessions for property investors – negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount. We invited four experts to unpack who benefits, and how.
Housing affordability is at the centre of this election, yet two major reforms seem all but off-limits
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April 29, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Neither major party wants to change two longstanding concessions for property investors – negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount. We invited four experts to unpack who benefits, and how.
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Research finds concerning numbers of workers are using public AI tools in inappropriate ways, undermining work quality and increasing risks.
Major survey finds most people use AI regularly at work – but almost half admit to doing so inappropriately
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April 28, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Research finds concerning numbers of workers are using public AI tools in inappropriate ways, undermining work quality and increasing risks.