Survive now, pay later: Why business owners should be wary of the government’s stimulus packages
Everyone is hoping the economy will bounce back in six months time. My fear is that, with the government's stimulus as it is, the real financial crisis will have only just begun.
During times of uncertainty, it is important to keep lines of communication open. But how honest should business owners be with their clients, customers, shareholders, board members and contractors about their struggles in this time of crisis?
"Communication is so powerful at a time like this; it can provide relief and confidence, or increase panic and doubt," writes Airwallex's Lucy Liu.
Hairdressers furious as Morrison balks at shutdown demands and lifts coronavirus restrictions
Hairdressers are furious with the Morrison government after it balked at demands for a forced shutdown of the industry amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Small wedding vendors won’t survive COVID-19, says Short Batch Ice Cream Co founder Scott Kilmartin
Many of the micro-businesses that operate in Australia's wedding industry won’t survive the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to one business owner.
“It will be bloody death”: Hairdressers slam Morrison over coronavirus exemption, 30-minute cuts
Hairdressers have taken aim at the Morrison government, claiming the government is killing businesses by refusing to order them to shut during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus shutdowns: Retail remains open, beauty salons close, and Aussies urged to avoid “non essential” shopping
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a new tranche of business closures, keeping shopping centres open but urging Australians to stay home.
Government announces a $66 billion second coronavirus stimulus: What’s available to small businesses, and how do I claim it?
Just 10 days after announcing its coronavirus stimulus package, the Morrison government has released a second, beefed-up and more robust version.
Australian banks to pause repayments on $100 billion in small business loans
Australian banks are set to defer repayments of small business loans for six months, for SMEs affected by the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Open for business: How to keep selling and doing business during COVID-19
Remember as the old saying goes, necessity is the mother of invention. So how can we keep selling and doing business during COVID-19?
These bookshops are offering free local delivery for readers isolated because of coronavirus
Independent bookshops in Victoria are delivering books for free to readers who are in isolation at home due to the ongoing spread of COVID-19.
