Tuesday 17 February 2026

The competition watchdog alleges in Federal Court that Coles has used promotions to disguise big price rises. 

• JB HiFi surges as shoppers stock up on electronics
• New Liberal leader Angus Taylor outlines his vision
• Steel maker BlueScope becomes Santa Clause for shareholders
• Cherie Blair gives a very frank interview about her husband, former British PM Tony Blair

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