Eagle Waves Radio
Bulletins — 2026-07-29
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In a significant shift, Australia has supplanted China as the biggest lender and infrastructure investor in the Pacific, investing billions in the region through aid and loans. Meanwhile, a man's body has been recovered from a landslide at Solomon Islands’ only large-scale gold mine, a tragedy that highlights safety concerns in resource extraction.
In maritime news, Hobart's River Derwent is set to host one of the most complex maritime operations as a large heavy-lift ship prepares to dock. In energy, ACT independent MLA Thomas Emerson is calling for greater transparency from ActewAGL regarding energy bill disclosures.
KPMG faces scrutiny over its handling of a whistleblower complaint after confidential documents were mishandled. On the industrial front, an aluminium smelter in Tasmania has been denied funding under a green energy scheme, raising doubts about its future.
Finally, despite a spending slowdown, global retailers are betting on Australia for new stores, and the Startup Daily has announced its finalists for the 2026 Best in Tech Awards.
This is Eagle Waves Radio, keeping you informed about business in Australia.