‘Multiple systemic failures’: Telco cops $100,000 fine for breaching anti-scam laws
A telco has been fined more than $100,000 for failing to prevent mobile number fraud and reduce scam text messages over a five-year period.
White Fox Boutique says it is working overtime to fulfil delayed Black Friday orders
A behind-closed-doors report on White Fox Boutique has done little to quell customer concerns over delayed orders, as the Australian e-commerce giant rushes to fulfil purchases made during its Black Friday sale.
What SmartCompany’s editor in chief Simon Crerar is reading over the summer break
SmartCompany editor in chief Simon Crerar reveals his summer reading list. Take some inspiration from his top picks.
Amid record profits, supermarkets should come clean on their pricing strategies
Allegations of price gouging by Australian supermarkets have even led to a Senate inquiry into supermarket pricing.
Booked out: 19 entrepreneurs and business leaders share their holiday reading picks
We asked a bunch of founders, business leaders and entrepreneurs to share what's on their to-read pile these holidays. Here's what they had to say.
Australia Post to pay businesses $2.9 million in compo for lost, damaged parcels
Compensation could include a credit to their Australia Post account, a payment to a nominated bank account or a cheque.
All-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant Okami puts 16 venues into voluntary administration
Sixteen restaurants managed by all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant business Okami have entered voluntary administration, as its founder contends with delayed COVID-era costs and rising inflation.
Australian EV market charges up with PEP’s $250 million investment in EVSE
Private equity group PEP plans to invest $250 million in EVSE to expand its market presence and innovate in the EV infrastructure sector.
Eight Aussie beauty and skincare brands that won over shoppers in 2023
As we approach the end of the year, SmartCompany has put together a wrap-up of some of the beauty and skincare brands that won shoppers over in 2023.
Zoë Foster Blake’s $21.8 million Go-To deal is the latest BWX skincare buy-back
Go-To Skincare co-founder Zoë Foster Blake, who sold a majority stake in the cult-favourite brand for $89 million just two years ago, has reclaimed ownership in a deal worth $21.8 million.
Your afternoon Koffee Fix: How the skincare brand brewed post-lunch energy in the kitchen
Rose Herceg and business partner, Michaela Chanmugam, recently launched a new facial spritz called Koffee Fix; a light, coffee-scented mist, sprayed directly on your face and neck.
Seven Indigenous-owned businesses you can buy from this festive season
Whether it's during NAIDOC week or Christmas, consider shopping from these businesses and their award-winning products.