Business
Email scams: Why one click can cost more than you think
7 May
Email scams have become one of the most common and costly threats facing small businesses and everyday consumers. What used to be obvious — poorly written emails, strange attachments and unbelievable offers — has become far more sophisticated....[Read More]
What’s known so far about the federal budget
7 May
Jim Chalmers is putting the finishing touches on his fifth federal budget, with some of the measures starting to be revealed. WHAT’S ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THE BUDGET * The government has already flagged large cuts to the NDIS, with savings of $15...[Read More]
What Australia’s new $10b fuel security plan means
7 May
WHAT HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED * The federal government has included a $10 billion fuel security and resilience package in the upcoming budget * This is in response to the fuel crisis caused by the conflict in the Middle East, which has effectively closed...[Read More]
Extra annual leave, roster ‘justice’ urged for workers
6 May
Workers should be entitled to an extra week of annual leave and more stable rostering, unions have told a parliamentary inquiry. The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association, which represents retail, fast-food and warehousing workers,...[Read More]
Australia’s co-working boom moves from city to suburbs
6 May
More Australians are taking up desks in coworking spaces, as the flexible venues move beyond Australia’s capital cities and into the suburbs and regional areas. Flexible Workspace Australia’s 2026 industry report shows the client base of...[Read More]
End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge
6 May
Australian motorists should pay a fee for every kilometre they drive in order to maintain and build the nation’s road network, according to two studies into transport reform. But the reports, released on Wednesday, disagree over who should pay...[Read More]
Payroll: The quiet engine room of a small business
30 April
For many small business owners, payroll can feel like one of those back-office jobs that simply needs to “get done.” Wages are paid, payslips are issued, and everyone moves on. But in reality, payroll is one of the most important...[Read More]
Canaries in AI coalmine still chirping, jobs data shows
30 April
Artificial intelligence has yet to negatively impact hiring of graduates, although some occupations are starting to show signs of softening, says Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth. In a keynote address on Tuesday, Ms Rishworth will preview new...[Read More]
Tech ‘perfect storm’ needs ambitious online safety plan
30 April
A “perfect storm” of technological advancements requires governments to build a global network of online safety regulators to ensure women and girls are kept safe from tech abuse, Australia’s eSafety commissioner warns. Australia established...[Read More]
Female scientists transforming STEM knowledge gaps
29 April
A cohort of female scientists are working to close research gaps, improve health outcomes and increase representation in fields traditionally dominated by men. In 2024, the federal government ended the Women in STEM Ambassador initiative after a...[Read More]
Understanding the NDIS: Who it supports and how it works
23 April
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is Australia’s flagship program designed to support people living with permanent and significant disability. At its core, the NDIS provides funding to eligible individuals so they can access the...[Read More]
Financial security: key strategies to safeguard your financial future
23 April
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
Job market yet to feel impact of Iran war, rate hikes
23 April
The Iran war has yet to hit Australia’s robust labour market, but a double-blow to unemployment from higher oil prices and the Reserve Bank is on its way. The jobless rate held steady at 4.3 per cent in March, despite the Middle East conflict...[Read More]
AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it
23 April
It is not just about the office playlist: artificial intelligence technology could deepen Australia’s generation gap in the workplace. A study released by analytics firm Amplitude on Thursday found older workers were significantly less likely to...[Read More]
‘Tiny’ tax returns on gas has leading economist fuming
23 April
Australians deserve a fairer return on gas extracted from the ground than the embarrassing sums raised through existing resource tax settings, a leading economist argues. Former Treasury secretary and author of a prominent tax review, Ken Henry,...[Read More]