Appoint former PM Julia Gillard next SA Governor: MP

A crossbench MP is calling for former prime minister Julia Gillard to succeed Hieu Van Le as South Australia’s next Governor.

US-China trade war threatens global economy: Reserve Bank

The trade war between the United States and China poses the single greatest threat to the global economy, the Reserve Bank governor has warned.

The RBA says tax cuts and lower interest rates should prompt economic growth. Photo: AAP/Bianca De Marchi

Economy quietly hints at positive news: RBA

Australia’s economy may have reached a “gentle turning point” on the back of lower interest rates and recent tax cuts, Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Philip Lowe says.

Bishop rules herself out of SA Governor role

SA Governor Hieu Van Le appears set to continue in the role beyond this year, with former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop ruling herself out of the job.