Business

Boundaries the key to long term business success, says SME owner

Small practice owners should set clear business boundaries to succeed professionally and personally, the founder of...

19 February 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

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3 in 4 SMEs predict further cost increases this year: NAB

The rising cost of doing business, red tape and cyber security risks have been flagged as some of the top challenges...

31 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Major tax reform critical to SME growth, government told

The business network has called for urgent tax reform to support Australian small businesses and taxpayers.

29 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

CBA launches SME cash flow management course

Australian small businesses continue to face barriers, with 80 per cent of SMEs experiencing cash flow challenges.

23 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

COSBOA issues workplace law change reminder for SMEs

The small business advocate has flagged important upcoming changes to workplace laws set to be effective this year.

22 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

COSBOA welcomes Coalition’s $20k tax deduction proposal

The Coalition has announced a proposed $20,000 tax deduction for business-related meal and entertainment expenses...

21 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

SME owners urged to consider benefits of tax-efficient exits

A small business can achieve a smooth tax-efficient exit if it reduces tax liabilities with proactive planning and...

17 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Defaults on tax debts a major driver for business insolvencies, data reveals

Thousands of Australian private businesses have become insolvent over the past 12 months after failing to fulfil ATO...

15 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SMEs dealing with ‘conflicting messages’ on cash payments, says IPA

The IPA has said that the government’s cash mandate may result in additional costs for businesses that previously...

10 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Government boosts SME program funding to ease challenges

The government has pledged to continue its commitment to easing small business pressures with an additional $11...

07 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

CA ANZ sued by female employee over sexual harassment at work party

An employee has claimed she suffered psychiatric harm and career repercussions after complaining about an “unwelcome”...

06 January 2025 • By Christine Chen

Business

SME owners must engage ‘exit planning’, says William Buck

Over 75 per cent of business owners expect to exit their businesses over the next 10 years, a William Buck report has...

03 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

5 common accounting mistakes SMEs must avoid in 2025

Bridging the gap between customer and financial data can help accountants avoid costly errors and inaccuracies in 2025.

02 January 2025 • By Rakesh Prabhakar, Zoho

Business

Accelerating insolvencies strike concern for SMEs, report reveals

Escalating cost pressures and assertive Tax Office collection activities is driving small businesses into insolvency,...

02 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Voluntary wage compliance code looms for SMEs

The Fair Work Ombudsman has reminded SMEs that from 1 January 2025, intentionally underpaying wages or entitlements...

24 December 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SMEs set to face 7 major challenges in 2025, research reveals

Tighter employee laws, increased competition and cyber attacks are among the seven challenges SMEs are set to face in...

20 December 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

COSBOA calls for comprehensive SME support following IR changes

Australian SMEs must “draw a line in the sand” against increased costs and complexities caused by recent industrial...

18 December 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Cash flow concerns a nightmare for Aussie SMEs: NAB

Cash flow remained the top concern for small business owners throughout Q3, according to NAB’s SME Business Insights.

12 December 2024 • By Imogen Wilson