Plug-in solar could help renters cut power bills – if Australia’s rules catch up
Australia’s rooftop solar boom has helped many homeowners cut their electricity bills, but renters and apartment dwellers are still being left behind. An RMIT expert says plug-in solar panels and batteries could help more households access cheaper, cleaner energy, provided Australia gets the right rules, safety standards and consumer protections in place.
Should speed limits be increased along the Princes Freeway?
The Victorian Coalition has announced a new pledge to increase speed limits along the Princes freeway and highway, if elected in November. Under the proposal, speed limits on a major stretch between Colac and Melbourne would be increased from 100 km/h to 110 km/h. An RMIT expert weighs in on the proposed changes.
How changes to the Child Care Subsidy hourly rate caps will impact families
Child Care Subsidy hourly rate caps increased from July 6. An RMIT expert explains what it means for families, and whether it will help with affordability.
More than tax changes: What’s driving Melbourne and Sydney's softer housing market?
Auction clearance rates have stalled for a third consecutive week, while new quarterly data shows a softening to house prices in Melbourne and Sydney. An RMIT expert explains why these results reflect more than just the recent changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing – with interest rates and broader economic conditions continuing to shape buyer confidence.
