Government passes its controversial small business CGT concession legislation after months of uncertainty
The government has finally passed its controversial small business capital gains tax concessions legislation, providing certainty and some relief to SMEs.
Surplus here we come: What the government’s budget deficit tells us about the Australian economy
The government’s final budget outcome for 2017-18 is a deficit of $10.1 billion.
Scott Morrison “open-minded” about pay transparency, following Labor’s announcement of parent-focused superannuation plan
The Morrison government hasn’t yet completely ruled out a push to force companies with more than 1000 employees toward pay transparency.
It’s hard to make money in aged care, and that’s part of the problem
Aged care is where the challenges of population ageing are most apparent and where policy choices have a direct impact on the lives of Australians.
PM announces royal commission into aged care industry, as operators hit out at the “complete misappropriation” of funds
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a royal commission into aged care in Australia, and at least one SME is welcoming the move.
Leak reveals government plan to bring forward small business tax cuts and change $20,000 instant asset write-off
The government is seeking to bring its small business tax cuts into effect four years earlier than originally planned, costing $3.6 billion.
Scott Morrison ditches government plan to lift the retirement age to 70
Prime Minister Scott Morrison revealed this morning his government will scrap a plan to lift the retirement age to 70.
Australia’s infamous 5G mobile network: Here’s everything you need to know
Once Australia's 5G network is up and running, the main change visible for 5G users will be increased speed and reduced delay.
Support for STEM: Australia needs bravery from Karen Andrews, the new Minister for Industry, Science and Technology
Today Karen Andrews was sworn in as Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, and she joins the cabinet for the first time.
A disappointment or no big deal? Startup industry reacts to Morrison government’s decision to scrap Innovation Minister role
The federal government’s leadership scuffle last week has left the cabinet without an Innovation Minister, but what does that mean for Australian startups?
Real-time feedback: The driving force behind Australia’s frequent leadership spills
Public choice theory suggests our recent leadership spill is the result of feedback in real time and Australia’s comparatively small parliament.
Michaelia Cash appointed as Australia’s new Small Business Minister as ministry brought back to cabinet
Former Jobs and Innovation Minister Michaelia Cash has been appointed Australia's new Small Business Minister as part of a broad reshuffle
