“In everyone’s hands”: Victoria won’t rule out ‘Stage 4’ restrictions as Melburnians urged to wear face masks
Businesses in Melbourne are staring down the barrel of tougher restrictions, as concern grows that Victoria will move to 'Stage 4' restrictions to tackle the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Webinar: SME recovery: The road ahead
Emerging from the pandemic, the JobKeeper review and your business health. SmartCompany editor Eloise Keating and ASBFEO Kate Carnell discuss the road ahead for SMEs.
EBay launches ‘Australian Made’ section as consumers flock to support local businesses
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a surge in EBay customers seeking locally made products, reflecting a growing interest in self-reliance.
Peter Strong: Small businesses are the beating heart of their communities, and they need those communities now more than ever
Small businesses are the beating heart of their communities, but they need the support of those communities now more than ever, says COSBOA's Peter Strong.
Music licensor APRA forced to spill the beans on fees as watchdog pushes for transparency
Small businesses are hoping music licensing fees will change in Australia after the ACCC decided APRA must provide more transparency.
Cormann: JobKeeper will end in September after all, with further support based on “assessed need”
Finance Minister Mathias Cormann says the "unbelievably generous" JobKeeper program will end, but struggling businesses will still be able to seek support.
Underpayment ‘flexibility’ for struggling SMEs as Fair Work targets corporate non compliance
Businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic can expect a proportionate and flexible approach from the wage theft watchdog.
“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.
Sweet success: A Melbourne bakery aims to fill a hole in home deliveries with Donut Dash virtual store
Donut Dash has been launched to make the most of an expected bump in demand for home-delivered goods amid Melbourne's second coronavirus lockdown.
Small business government assistance in Victoria
Looking for small business government assistance in Victoria? Here is what is currently available to business owners in Victoria.
National ‘Go Local First’ campaign urges Australians to support small businesses
Small businesses across the country are being invited to get involved with Go Local First, a new national campaign designed to encourage Australians to purchase from, and support, local businesses.
Morrison confirms “further phase” of income support after JobKeeper expires
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has flagged more income support past September amid an ongoing review of the JobKeeper wage subsidy program.
