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SME confidence declines as Omicron peaks
Support for the Federal Government continues to decline with 43 per cent of SMEs now dissatisfied, compared to 30 per ce...
SMEs staffing struggles worsen as Omicron surges
"Business owners have so much on their plates right now, and staff issues driven by Omicron are just one extra burden on...
Isolation rules lifted for critical industries
In order to prevent further 'virus explosions' in the essential workplace, the TWU wants transport workers to access fre...
What to do if your small business is plunged into a crisis
All messaging should be designed to assure your staff, customers, and stakeholders and emphasise calm even in the midst ...
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...
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...
New report details the pandemic pressures on retail’s workforce
Around Australia, retail workers have been physically and emotionally abused over the need to check customers’ vaccine c...
COVID has evolved my business, this is how I rose to the challenge
While it’s important when running a business to understand most aspects of its daily functions, wearing every hat is not...
Are you using an old business model in a new world?
It’s not about having the money to adapt, it’s about the desire, ability and will - crisis is a great teacher if we are ...
What family business legacies will survive beyond Coronavirus?
"Small family businesses have been completely forgotten - we’re out on our own, but those of us who survive this will be...