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Omicron, staffing

Omicron variant hampering hospitality industry’s recovery

Following the government guidelines as well as using rapid antigen testing is a way to minimise the risk of spreading CO...
italian restaurant

Former Italian restaurant operators penalised for non-compliance with FWO

The FWO stated, "When Compliance Notices are not followed, we are prepared to take legal action to ensure workers receiv...

More work needed to level playing field between winemakers and grape growers: ACCC

"The wine grape industry has made important progress...but we [ACCC] believe more work is needed to improve price transp...
business travel

Business travel a potential answer to the “Great Resignation” issue

SMEs who have made the effort to travel and see employees and prospects face-to-face have been more successful in attrac...

Australia-UK trade agreement a big step on the road to recovery: Business Council

The trade agreement will offer Australians comprehensive tariff-free and mostly quota-free market access to the fifth la...
rural, farmers

Positive outlook for Aussie farmers for the year ahead

Australian farmers are predicting that the combined factors of high commodity prices, low-interest rates and good season...
brick and mortar online, online store, headless commerce, e-commerce, technology

Many small businesses still not digital-ready

Many SMEs are just staying afloat and simply can’t afford any additional investments in technology despite the boost it'...
diversity, womenpreneurs, fund

Funding boost for new generation of female entrepreneurs

Named in honour of the founder of Australia’s first all-woman motor garage and repair workshop, the Alice Anderson fund ...
Christmas survey, shoppers, small retailers

Aussie shoppers reluctant to go back in-store

With Aussies split on how they want to shop going forward, retailers need to be prepared for both online and physical sh...
asset financing, recovery, relief package, financial measures, funding, commercial brokers

Government’s loan scheme extended to help small businesses’ recovery

With the Government guaranteeing 50 per cent of loans secured under the scheme, it is hoped that the program will increa...