Opinion: Adding extra complexity for already stressed SME owners is not helpful
Former CEO of COSBOA Peter Strong says the Australian workplace relations system is the most complex in the world, and it may be very difficult for small businesses to 'look at the detail'.
Peter Strong: It’s time to tackle the mental health crisis facing small business owners
The mental health crisis facing small business shows the failure of governments and those responsible for health policy.
One in five small business owners diagnosed with mental health condition, as stigma keeps Australians from seeking help
A new Treasury report details how the stigma around mental health is keeping many small business owners from seeking professional support.
Budget 2022: Government commits $15 million to SME mental health support and debt counselling as economic pressures mount
The federal government will commit nearly $15 million in funding to mental health support and debt counselling for small business owners in the upcoming federal budget.
Queensland government unveils $8.76 million mental health support package for small business
The Small Business Wellness Package is for Queensland business owners in the process of starting or currently running their own businesses.
To the business owners: The world is uncertain, but you can’t pour from an empty cup
It's okay to pause your business during the constant upheaval at home and around the world, writes Odette Barry, but it's okay to push ahead too.
Queensland’s Small Business Commissioner role made permanent to help SMEs facing hardship
The Palaszczuk government’s decision to make permanent the role of Queensland Small Business Commissioner recognises the ongoing hardship SMEs have endured during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You are not alone: The mental health resources tailored to entrepreneurs
If you’re feeling stress, anxiety or depression, here are some of the dedicated and specialised mental resources available.
Small businesses are bearing the brunt of the COVID-19: Here are four things governments can do to help
Here are four less obvious ways governments can create a favourable environment for small business during the coronavirus pandemic.
“Intrinsically linked”: COVID-19 financial stress causing mental health challenges for small business owners
The mental health of small business owners is suffering amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with Kate Carnell urging entrepreneurs to seek help.
Mortgage brokers rejoice as coalition backflips on trail commission ban
Mortgage brokers say they are encouraged by a coalition backflip on trail commissions and are urging Labor to follow suit.
Decision pending: Mental health concern as mortgage brokers face uncertain future
NAB has set up a mental health hotline for stressed brokers, but not everyone is a fan, with one broker rubbishing the move.