Melbourne gyms to reopen from November 9, but COVIDSafe restrictions threaten their viability Melbourne gyms and fitness studios may have a reopening date in sight, but restrictions mean they'll be lucky to break-even any time soon.
How SunDrive is revolutionising solar energy tech, with $8 million in the bank and backing from Mike Cannon-Brookes SunDrive has emerged from stealth mode, securing $8 million in VC and grant funding for its next-generation renewable energy tech.
“Now is the time”: Relief for Melbourne hospo and retail, as Andrews announces Wednesday reopening Hospitality and retail businesses in Melbourne will be able to reopen from Wednesday, as Victoria records zero new COVID-19 cases.
ASIC deputy chair steps down amid $187,000 expenses furore The deputy chair of ASIC, Daniel Crennan, has now resigned amid a review into excessive relocation expenses claims.
“Confused and inadequate”: Business groups slam inaction on Melbourne reopening, as state records zero new cases Business groups have reacted with anger and disappointment after Dan Andrews failed to announce any further easing of restrictions yesterday.
Tassie economy outperforms the pack, as borders reopen and events plan is rolled out Tasmania is leading the pack of Aussie states and territories in terms of economic performance, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Building barriers or creating space? A closer look at the Boosting Female Founders Initiative’s tight eligibility criteria The government’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative comes with some pretty strict eligibility criteria attached.
US streaming startup Quibi calls it quits after six months and says COVID-19 is to blame It raised billions in funding and roped in a support crew of A-list celebs, but streaming competitor Quibi is winding down after just six months.
Melbourne cafe faces threats of violence for “tongue-in-cheek” sign charging $1 extra for Dan Andrews supporters Melbourne cafe Arcobar has hired security after a sign taking a cheeky pop at supporters of Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews led to threats.
From Insta campaign to permanent marketplace: PayPal partnership cements Buy From The Bush in Aussie retail landscape Buy From The Bush has partnered with PayPal, turning what started as a humble hashtag into a permanent marketplace for regional businesses.
“Absurd”: Women-led businesses are being excluded from the government’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative The budget pledged $36 million to the Boosting Female Founders fund. But strict eligibility criteria means many women-led startups miss out.
The ATO is coming for overpaid JobKeeper cash, guidelines confirm The ATO has released guidelines on JobKeeper overpayments, confirming businesses that were wrongly credited will face repayments.
