Taxation for small business owners: EOFY preparation and working with your accountant

15 May

As the end of the financial year (EOFY) approaches, small business owners face one of the most critical periods in their business calendar. Proper preparation and a clear understanding of your taxation obligations can make a significant difference...[Read More]

How AI is being weaponised to attack Aussie businesses

15 May

More online criminals are weaponising artificial intelligence to steal from Australian businesses, including using the technology to create deepfakes of employees’ voices and appearance. Small and medium-sized businesses were at highest risk from...[Read More]

Gender diversity in workplaces could help boost profit

14 May

Harnessing the benefits of diversity and inclusion within Australian workplaces amid global pushback could boost company profits and improve conditions. That’s the verdict of the chief executive of UN Women Australia, which will launch a...[Read More]

Industry must step up to fund research: Shorten

14 May

Industry needs to ā€œlift its gameā€ in Australia and spend money on research and development, Bill Shorten says, while calling on universities to make their case to the public. Speaking at an online event hosted by La Trobe University on Tuesday...[Read More]

The redundancy checklist

8 May

Facing redundancy can be a challenging and emotional experience. It’s important to take a calm and considered approach to ensure you make the best financial decisions for your future.Ā  A qualified financial adviser can assist you in navigating...[Read More]

Navigating a career change with financial confidence

1 May

Changing careers is a significant life decision, one that can bring excitement, new opportunities, and challenges.Ā  Whether you’re pursuing a long-held passion, seeking better work-life balance, or adapting to new life circumstances, the...[Read More]

Remote work saving time and money with benefits for all

30 April

Australians who work from home have cut their commutes while increasing their working hours and saving money. The COVID-19 pandemic forced those who could to set up home offices and work remotely as lockdowns were implemented across the world. Five...[Read More]

Penalty rates see hospitality sector ā€˜haemorrhage’

30 April

The hospitality industry has defended surcharges on weekends and public holidays to help businesses cope with spiralling costs. In 2025, one in 11 hospitality businesses, a record 9.3 per cent, closed in the 12 months to February, CreditorWatch...[Read More]

10 Cybersecurity strategies for small businesses in the digital age

24 April

Integrating cybersecurity into the fabric of small business operations requires both strategic planning and practical measures.Ā  Ā  Here are the top 10 tips to fortify small businesses against cyber threats, underscoring the necessity for...[Read More]

Jobs market strong but Trump tariff bomb yet to explode

24 April

Global headwinds stirred by ā€œerraticā€ US policy decisions could still hit the Australian jobs market despite latest figures showing only a small uptick in unemployment. About 30,000 jobs were created in March after a shock 53,000 slump in...[Read More]

Call for workplace change to drive electric car take-up

24 April

The key to enticing employees back to the office may be the same thing that encourages more people to use an electric car, a study suggests. The Electric Vehicle Council released the findings on workplace vehicle charging on Thursday and called for...[Read More]