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The 2026 global economy: nervously muddling through
The world economy enters 2026 in a nervous state. Volatility and cautious consumers are the norm, even though growth has proven surprisingly resilient.
More support needed for small business to implement Respect@Work legislation
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) said although it welcomed the new federal Respect@Work legislative package to eliminate workplace...
Australian banks pledge support for flood victims
ABA chief executive Anna Bligh said with more rain expected over the coming days, banks are putting in place hardship teams to work with families...
Beekeepers can now apply for reimbursement
The limited owner reimbursement costs offer eligible registered commercial beekeepers two options: Commercial beekeepers can choose to euthanise...
ATO sees uptick in use of its voluntary disclosure service
In a recent update, the ATO said it received a total of 897 voluntary disclosures during the 2022 financial year, the highest amount received in...
2 tax agents banned to ensure superannuation integrity
The two agents were found to have prepared and lodged self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) annual returns with incorrect details about the...
New program will offer cyber crime training for small businesses
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Telstra have joined forces with the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) in the new...
Employees avoid annual leave because of cost-of-living pressures
And although it may be seen as a good thing in regard to staff shortages, the leave entitlements owed to employees could negatively impact...
Cash flow issues forcing SMEs to seek financial assistance
The new research has revealed that SMEs are seeking financial assistance to fund immediate needs such as wages or stock, but are unaware of some...
Consumers call for businesses to activate circular economy
The revelation comes from a new CommBank report that found consumers want to support businesses that boost their efforts towards the circular...
Business, industry groups warn against multi-employer bargaining
On Friday (14 October), the Productivity Commission released its sixth interim report in its five-year Productivity Inquiry and warned of a...
