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Why banks are now chasing your SME clients
Australia’s big banks and non-bank lenders have a new focus: small business. This pivot is driving competition and improving access to finance for SMEs.
FWC announces minimum wage boost
The Fair Work Commission has announced the 2.2 million Australians currently receiving the minimum wage are set for a slight wage hike,...
Palaszczuk government backs small business in budget
As part of the state's budget, the government has announced investments worth billions to further the small business community, including a...
Aussie SMEs advised to act now as tax time approaches
From snap lockdowns, to JobKeeper, to temporary relief payments for businesses, there has been a multitude of changes that may impact SME tax...
Businesses warned to remain vigilant as scams soar
The ACCC’s Scamwatch has shown Australian businesses were duped out of millions through payment redirection scams. False billing scams were the...
Top 5 mistakes business owners make
As commercial lawyers we see the same mistakes made by business owners time and time again, and most (if not all) of them are easily avoidable if...
Business funding support extended in Victoria along with the lockdown
Acting Victorian Premier James Merlino announced the new allocation of funding will go to those most at need – the small and medium sized...
Victorian government support announced for small businesses most impacted by latest lockdown
The Victorian government said it is backing those businesses most affected this time around, which includes operators in the hospitality, retail,...
Government supports Small Business owners with more budget funding for mental health
Aware of the impacts, the Australian government will provide an additional $0.9 million from that funding, to continue its online Ahead for...
Budget acknowledges small businesses are crucial to Australia’s economic recovery
Mr Billson said the budget represents a substantial financial and strategic commitment to making Australia the best place to start, grow and...
International students in hospitality and tourism can soon work more than 40 hours
While continued international border closure until 2022 may mean students cannot come or return to Australia to study, the government is allowing...
