Three ways the federal budget could boost home grown tech talent
The budget is an opportunity for the government to close the tech talent gap. Here are three small changes that could make a big difference.
Frydenberg announces employee share scheme reform — what does it mean for Aussie startups?
The federal budget will introduce more changes to employee share scheme regulation, levelling the playing field for Aussie tech companies.
Australia’s economists want emissions cuts, not tax cuts, in the upcoming budget
Overwhelmingly, Australia’s top economists would rather the budget funds measures to cut carbon emissions than cuts income tax or company tax.
My best budget: James Cameron, partner at Airtree Ventures
This week SmartCompany is speaking to key members of the SME and startup communities to find out what they want to see in next week’s budget.
My best budget: Jon Burrell, CEO of Tentworld
This week SmartCompany is speaking to key members of the SME and startup communities to find out what they want to see in next week’s budget.
How supporting digital fluency in SMEs could unlock $10.5 billion for Australia’s economy
A digital skills gap means many Aussie SMEs aren’t in a position to scale or stay relevant in an increasingly digital world, writes MYOB's Helen Lea.
Budget 2022: Major PAYG overhaul in $800 million small business package
Millions of small businesses could benefit from a major overhaul to the way Pay-As-You-Go tax instalments are calculated, as part of an $800 million small business and sole trader package to be included in next week's federal budget.
Budget 2022: Six business measures we know about so far
The federal budget is almost upon us once again, and the government has been dropping hints — and full blown statements — about what we can expect to see in the papers.
Major parties urged to make digital a priority, as Aussie small businesses fall behind
Australian small businesses are significantly less likely to be earning revenue online or offering digital payment options, compared to their Asia-Pacific counterparts, according to research from CPA Australia.
Budget 2022: Frydenberg confirms “targeted” relief to help with cost-of-living pressures
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has confirmed this year’s federal budget will include “temporary targeted measures” to help Australian families combat rapidly rising costs of living.
Budget 2022: Fuel prices are soaring, but cutting petrol tax isn’t the best solution
New Zealand has just cut its fuel excise by 25 cents to ease cost-of-living pressures, and the Australian government is considering a budget measure along the same lines.
COSBOA’s 2022 federal budget wish-list
Each year, business groups and industry associations make submissions to the federal government ahead of the budget. Here's what's at the top of COSBOA's budget wish-list.