Matthew Elmas

Melbourne businesses are in crisis management mode today after a second wave of coronavirus infections forced the government to reimpose lockdowns.

Small business advocates are sceptical the Payment Times Reporting Framework will actually do what it says on the tin and improve payment times.

Financial advice vouchers could help SMEs navigate the complexities associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and government stimulus measures like JobKeeper.

Wodonga-based businesses Arnold's Fruit Market and Border Crane Consultants are waiting for permits to be able to continue trading as the border between Victoria and New South Wales is closed.

Commonwealth Bank EFTPOS machines are having issues, leaving some business owners unable to process payments on Monday July 7.

Rent relief measures will expire in September, but the Morrison government is considering whether to expand the code, amid pressure from retailers.

Three small businesses per electorate will be lucky enough to get federal government help with their power bills, under a new grant program launching today.

Seafolly Group will close 15 of its Sunburn branded stores as administrators for the collapsed swimwear retailer seek to slim down the business for sale.

Afterpay shares have recovered from their March lows to top $68.19 this week, amid a broader recovery in Australian technology stocks.

T.M. Lewin Australia has collapsed into voluntary administration following a decision by its UK parent company to close all its stores in an emergency restructure deal.

Travelsim has collapsed into voluntary administration but potential buyers are already circling. Optus and Australia Post are listed as creditors of the sim card provider.

The ATO has sent emails to business owners threatening potential back payments over ineligible JobKeeper applications, sparking concern among sole traders.