Labor blocks business flexibility with new penalty rate laws
Government blocks Fair Work Commission independence by banning penalty rate absorption models that could simplify Australia’s complex 994-rate retail award system.
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View MoreGovernment blocks Fair Work Commission independence by banning penalty rate absorption models that could simplify Australia’s complex 994-rate retail award system.
New research shows Australia falling behind in AI race with weak strategies and talent shortfalls threatening national productivity ambitions and workforce security.
With 2,146 AI deals raising $50B and 5,126 non-AI deals raising $51.5B, artificial intelligence dominance in venture funding is undeniable. Read full analysis here.
DB Brand Account
View MoreHow new U.S. tariffs could shake Australia and NZ’s supply chains — and why smart businesses must act now.
AI Video Cut and LALAL.AI help Australian SMEs create high-quality video and audio content affordably, efficiently, and at scale.
Discover 450+ brands, emerging talent, trends, and retail insights at Reed Gift Fairs Melbourne 2025 — Australia’s ultimate sourcing event.
Let's Talk
View MoreWe’ve all celebrated that first sale, only to watch customers vanish. Our experts reveal what keeps them coming back this week.
We asked industry experts to share their insights on leveraging project management software to bring order to the beautiful madness of running a small business.
This week, our experts discuss ways businesses can build effective fraud defenses without breaking their already stretched budgets.
Founder Friday
View MoreThis week’s Founder Friday spotlights Jooli Chan, who grew Tara Treasures into one of Australia’s first Fairtrade Certified children’s brand empowering women artisans.
This Founder Friday, we spotlight Lepa Flaiban, the entrepreneur who launched Burek on Wheels without a business plan into one of Australia’s most talked-about food brands.
For this week’s Founder Friday, we’re sitting down with Wanda Szychowska, founder of Estetika, whose daughter’s Mother’s Day disappointment sparked something extraordinary.
Expert
View MoreSmall businesses make up 98% of Australian companies but most hit a growth ceiling. Here are the six barriers holding them back.
Warwick Ryan, legal partner specialising in workplace safety shares proven strategies from recent court cases to help business leaders meet WHS obligations confidently.
Two things make or break FMCG brands before they hit shelves. Seedlab Australia’s COO reveals what separates winners from losers.
Tech Tuesday
View MoreHere are six practical knowledge management platforms that eliminate information hunting and turn organisational chaos into instant, actionable answers for teams.
This week, we’re exploring the Product Experience (PX) tools that are shaping the future of product development and user experience.
This week’s Tech Tuesday covers 5 top tools helping SMBs boost margins, cut churn, and improve forecasting, with deployment tips and benchmarks.
Weekly Funding Roundup
View MoreThis week’s funding highlights investor appetite for protein innovation and digital advertising platforms, totaling over $60 million in new capital.
Here’s this week’s funding and innovation roundup for startups and SMEs.
Here’s this week’s top startup fundraises across Australia and the Asia-Pacific:
International Women's Day
View MoreWomen founders are rewriting the rules. Here’s their unfiltered take on what it takes to win.
In honor of Women’s Day, we asked female founders to share the most outrageous (and insightful) investor questions they’ve faced—and how they pushed back
Only 39% of data and AI talent are women. With GenAI poised to shake up society, we need diverse crews crafting ethical AI—yesterday’s not soon enough
Export
View MoreChris Calverley of Avalara explains why mastering Harmonized System codes is crucial for Aussie exporters and how tech can prevent costly mistakes.
The hospitality industry’s battle: What these family-owned businesses want you to know
Discover Singapore—a thriving and sophisticated market offering tremendous opportunities for Australian exporters.
Accounting
View MoreHere are the seven signs that you have intercompany accounting issues and how you can fix them.
Here are seven ways to optimise your accounts receivable process and boost your cash flow and liquidity.
The ATO has released a small business tax time toolbox to help small businesses complete their income tax returns.