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Treasury promises small businesses exemptions from cash mandate
The Treasury has promised small businesses that they will receive exemptions from the Government's proposed cash mandate...
Teen entrepreneurs fear a social media ban could “end” their businesses
Teen entrepreneurs warn that a proposed social media ban could devastate their businesses, cutting off vital marketing a...
Even ASIC wants less complex regulation for small businesses
Red tape has long been an issue for small businesses. Now, ASIC’s Chair has announced a plan to simplify complex regulat...
Come 2025’s federal election, Aussie SMEs are voting for less red tape and more tech upgrades
With an election coming up in 2025, what are Australian SME's voting for? We asked what pain points they need help with....
PM reveals plans to ban ‘tricky tactics’. Online stores, gyms are top targets
The government hopes these changes will ease cost-of-living pressures and offer fairer treatment to consumers and suppli...
What is a “small business”? Debate rages on proposals to change its definition
The proposal to expand the definition of small business to 25 employees is meant to address the challenges small busines...
Tip-offs about tax-avoiding small businesses are on the rise
The ATO noted that it received almost 1,000 tip-offs every week from people who know or suspect tax evasion.
Small business Ombudsman releases guide on US copyright laws
The ASBFEO advised that in the event a takedown notice is received, the concerned small business should immediately seek...
AIHS urges government to make Standards free for SMEs
The Australian Standards are the guidelines, procedures, and specifications that help businesses stay safe, consistent, ...
Employers pessimistic about ‘right to disconnect’ laws
There are concerns that the requirement to allow employees to fully disconnect once they’ve clocked off may force employ...