Are snap lockdowns the best way to manage COVID-19 outbreaks, and what can state and federal governments do differently?
With snap lockdowns seemingly part of the small business landscape, do we need federal government support, or a new approach altogether?
Explained: What’s in Victoria’s $250 million business support package for SMEs?
Victorian businesses in industries affected by the lockdown can apply for grants from Wednesday as part of a $250 million support package.
Victorian budget: Treasurer announces payroll tax relief for SMEs and $160 million for tourism
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has today unveiled the state's post-pandemic budget, announcing a raft of measures to support small businesses including changes to payroll tax.
Queensland government unveils $7.5 million package to help regional tourism businesses find workers
Tourism businesses in regional Queensland are the focus of a new $7.5 million package aimed at attracting thousands of job seekers to take up work with grants and travel vouchers.
Treasurer hints at changes to COVID-19 employment schemes, saying an extension to JobTrainer and end of JobMaker are on the table
The federal government’s JobTrainer program is set to be extended for another 12 months, as part of a plan to ensure young Australians have in-demand skills.
ATO reviews thousands of rejected JobKeeper applications following Federal Court ruling
Thousands of SMEs will have their rejected JobKeeper and Cash Flow Boost applications reassessed by the ATO, following a Federal Court ruling.
Victorian coronavirus grants scheme reopens to 12,000 SMEs after Ombudsman finds application process ‘flawed’
An Ombudsman investigation has found the Victorian government unfairly rejected 12,000 business grant applications each worth $10,000.
Melbourne SMEs to suffer the most in the post-JobKeeper era
There’s still a big gap left by JobKeeper in Victoria, after repeated lockdowns left Melbourne businesses economically vulnerable.
New scheme offers NSW businesses $1,500 to offset government fees. Here’s what you need to know
Sole traders, small businesses and not-for-profit organisiations in New South Wales can now apply for a rebate of up to $1,500.
JobMaker isn’t filling JobKeeper’s shoes. There’s an urgent need for change
The economy seems on track for a rapid recovery. But with the pandemic continuing and the outlook uncertain, it’d be wise to take out insurance in the form of an updated JobMaker offering.
End of coronavirus support for business could lead to 5,000 insolvencies by June, financial agency warns
The temporary moratorium on insolvent trading has led to a drop in the number of insolvencies, but financial experts believe that is about to change.
JobKeeper fraud: ATO investigates false claims for JobKeeper, focusing on misleading turnover declarations and incorrect redundancy payments
The Australian Taxation Office has issued a warning to businesses engaging in “concerning and fraudulent behaviour” when making JobKeeper claims.
