The importance of seeking advice from your insurance adviser

5 December

Business insurance is more than a protective buffer—it is a critical long-term strategic decision that directly influences the sustainability and success of a business.  The potential loss of productive assets such as premises, machinery, stock,...[Read More]

Your accountant can be used as a mentor for a new business

5 December

Starting a business can be a tricky time, with so many systems to put in place and so little room for error. One of the best ways to get ahead of the curve is to develop a working relationship with a professional mentor, someone who has been through...[Read More]

Thirty licences to open a cafe: state red tape ranked

4 December

Before a cafe can get up and running in Victoria or Tasmania, operators must cobble together more than 30 different licences, permits and registrations. In the Northern Territory – the jurisdiction with the fewest licensing hoops to jump through...[Read More]

Lifeline for ex-steel workers from green iron exports

4 December

Australia will lose thousands of jobs to rival resource-rich economies if the federal government fails to kickstart the nascent green iron industry, experts warn. An independent report released on Tuesday by Mandala Partners found the industry could...[Read More]

Navigating small business success: top questions answered with tips

28 November

Running a small business demands dedication, resilience, and adaptability. Along the way, you’ll face numerous questions and challenges that shape your journey.  To help, we’ve answered five of the most common questions small business owners...[Read More]

Mandatory cybersecurity standards under new laws

28 November

Smart devices will be subject to cybersecurity standards and some businesses will have mandatory reporting requirements for ransom payments under new laws. The Albanese government’s legislative package passed federal parliament on Monday, and has...[Read More]

Workers are using AI but worry it makes them look lazy

28 November

More than one in three Aussie office workers are using AI tools but a growing number are concerned telling their bosses about it will make them look lazy or incompetent. Slack revealed the findings in its Workforce Index study on Tuesday, which also...[Read More]

Thousands wiped off student debt in pre-Christmas gift

27 November

Millions of university graduates and students will soon wake up to an early Christmas present after the government wiped thousands of dollars off their debts. Laws to cap the indexation rate for the Higher Education Loan Program at either the rate...[Read More]

Changing lives: childcare worker pay increase lauded

27 November

Early childhood educators and childcare workers have been recognised for their work after years of being underpaid and undervalued. More than 200,000 childcare workers will receive a 15 per cent wage increase over two years, after the pay bump...[Read More]

The benefits of financial planning and personalised strategies

21 November

Financial planning is a cornerstone of financial health, helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of managing wealth, preparing for the future, and achieving their unique goals.  Whether your aspirations are personal, such as...[Read More]

Protect your small business: recognise and prevent common scams

21 November

Scammers are constantly refining their tactics to target small businesses, making it essential to stay informed and vigilant.  The federal government’s Scamwatch website is an excellent resource for understanding current scams and reporting new...[Read More]

Social cohesion holds despite inflation, high migration

21 November

The vast majority Australians still view multiculturalism and immigration favourably despite growing concern about the number of new arrivals. Almost half of those surveyed in the 2024 Scanlon Mapping Social Cohesion report said migration into...[Read More]

Cash flows but small business fears paying the price

20 November

Australians will continue getting bang for their buck with safeguards to ensure cash remains king but small businesses are calling for a blanket exemption. Businesses such as supermarkets, pharmacies and petrol stations selling essential items will...[Read More]

Cybercrime ‘very real’ threat to Aussies, businesses

20 November

A new cybercrime report is received every six minutes with small businesses and everyday Australians bearing the brunt of the “very concerning” malicious attempts. More than 87,000 cybercrime incidents were reported to the Australian Signals...[Read More]

Pay gap narrows but leadership roles a drag on progress

20 November

Australia’s gender pay gap has narrowed further, helped by wage bumps in the aged care sector where four in five workers are women. Naming and shaming individual companies is also proving effective at pushing employers to root out the causes of...[Read More]