‘Struggling to pay debts’: Construction woes highlight need for sub-contractor protections
A spike in bad debt activity in the construction sector highlights an ongoing need for tougher laws to protect sub-contractors from being ripped off.
What does a Coalition government mean for small business?
The Coalition has been returned to government and work is already underway to flesh out the state of play in small-business policy.
Word on the street is a Labor victory is imminent — should we be nervous or intrigued?
In my discussions with business people, they have been less than enamoured with the Coalition. But that doesn’t translate into support for Labor.
Big promises and band-aid solutions: Will small business ever see respite from soaring energy costs?
Energy costs are a big issue facing the small-business sector ahead of the election on Saturday, writes Embertec president Domenico Gelonese.
Will the Coalition’s record win it the small-business vote?
By supporting several of the Coalition's flagship small-business policies, Labor has muted potential criticism and, in some cases, given itself an edge.
Election 2019: All small businesses need to know about what policies affect them
Election 2019: Here's what small-business owners need to know before they head to the polls on Saturday, covering everything from payment times to red tape.
“Systemic wage theft”: Workers to chase employers for stolen pay under new Labor plan
Workers will have access to a new small claims jurisdiction to chase employers for up to $100,000 in stolen wages if Labor wins the upcoming election.
Election 2019: A policy guide for startups
It's federal election time, and if you’re on the fence, or wondering which PM will boost your startup, we’ve got everything you need to know right here.
Greens propose $3 billion tax break for small businesses dealing with wage increases
The Greens have proposed giving small businesses $3 billion in tax breaks tied to employee pay rises and hiring more workers.
Pay guarantee for sub-contractors “ripped off” by illegal phoenixing under Labor plan
Labor wants sub-contractors to have access to a payment guarantee fund if they're left out of pocket by illegal phoenixing activity on government projects.
Scott Morrison doubles down on small business: Has Australia moved from Mr harbourside mansion to Mr neighbourhood chip shop?
Less than a day after fast-tracking $29.8 billion in SME tax cuts, Scott Morrison has opted to back small businses in a spat with large firms over energy.
