What do small businesses want in this year’s Federal Budget?
The first Labor budget in a decade will be dropped on Tuesday 25 October by the new Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Amidst an existing economic climate that’s replete with consecutive interest rate rises, mortgage pressure, soaring inflation and a higher cost of living — this will be an important budget for both individuals and small businesses.
Four grants SMEs can apply for in the flood aftermath
There are several grants you can apply for if your business has been affected by the flood disaster in northern NSW or southeast Queensland.
‘Empty shopfronts’: Albanese accuses Coalition of leaving business behind
Labor leader Anthony Albanese has accused the government of leaving Australian businesses behind as a 'light lockdown' and low consumer confidence keeps customers away.
Explained: When will COVID-19 business support end in Victoria, NSW and ACT?
Business support payments and one-off cash grants are coming to an end in NSW, Victoria and the ACT, as states reach 80% double vaccination targets.
Morrison government to scrap COVID-19 business support, leaving SMEs “screaming out” for clarity on reopening plans
The Morrison government will turn off the taps on COVID-19 business support, but a lack of detail has only led to more uncertainty for SMEs.
Accountants face a catch-22 over charging for accountants letters
Accountants are facing a catch-22 as small businesses ask them to issue so-called accountant letters for COVID-19 grant applications free of charge.
NSW Premier says 400 new staff added to Service NSW as confusion grows over COVID-19 business support
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said about 400 extra staff have joined Service NSW this week to help handle a spike in enquiries from small businesses about coronavirus support payments.
It’s never been more important to shop small. The future of our communities depends on it
We must all do more to support small businesses during lockdowns in Victoria, NSW and Queensland. The future of our communities depends on it.
COVID-19 lockdowns: A state-by-state guide to business support
As state governments across Australia continue to impose restrictions in response to the Delta strain of COVID-19, we've collated the business support available.
“When small business suffers, Australia suffers”: Jason Murphy on the cost of lockdowns
By this stage of the pandemic, weary small and medium business owners know the majority of the downside falls on them.
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?
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.
