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CreativeCubes.Co launches ninth Pitch for a Spot competition, offering 12 months free office space 

A new research revealed dramatic differences in workload demands across industries and occupations.

New data reveals 17% of Australian SMEs lose over $2,500 monthly to late payments, forcing businesses into survival mode.

New ABS data reveals $37.7 billion retail spending milestone, yet discretionary retailers face uncertain peak season prospects. 

Cashrewards ceased operations Monday after eleven years. Members have until October 24 to withdraw funds or face manual processing. 

CPA Australia demands mandatory disclosures for “sustainable” investment products, warning consumers about misleading greenwashing claims in Australia’s investment market.

Australian startup BuddyBee creates AI employees that work 24/7. Jeremy Hastings shows why small businesses are ditching traditional software for digital workers.

Generic green stock photos are dead. Jacqueline Bourke from iStock reveals what eco-conscious shoppers want to see from small businesses instead.

With 60% of Google searches ending without clicks, HubSpot’s Kipp Bodnar explains why the marketing funnel is broken and what comes next

False declines cost businesses billions globally as AI-driven scams force tighter fraud controls that accidentally block legitimate customers.

New AHPRA guidelines ban ‘tox’, ‘baby botox’ hashtags as regulators target cosmetic injectables advertising, warns ClearAds Director Alison Lee.

Xero launches AI superagent JAX to automate routine tasks and deliver insights, says Chief Product Officer Diya Jolly. 

Australia’s GDP grew 0.6% but temporary factors like election spending mask underlying weakness, warns CreditorWatch’s Ivan Colhoun. Rate cuts coming?

Premier Jacinta Allan announces legislation making working from home a legal right for eligible Victorian employees, saying “it works for families.”

Agriculture SMEs surge 13% while overall small business performance drops 5%. Paul Robson reveals which sectors are winning. 

Shopfully’s Brendan Straw shares retail tactics as Australian Father’s Day spending defies expectations with 78% participation despite economic pressures.

Former ARQ Group CEO Tristan Sternson explains why hiring rockstars often backfires and how team dynamics actually scale companies.

Luke Achterstraat departs COSBOA after securing ACCC status and Cyber Executive Council appointment. What’s next for small business advocacy?

Queensland competition offers ultimate prize: rent-free headquarters for five years plus $250k fit-out budget. Entries close November 14.

Open4Sale promised $57bn revenue with zero income history. Directors now face $2.8m penalty and decade-long corporate bans.