The Government’s decision not to extend the First Home Owners Grant beyond the June 30 2009 deadline could have serious consequences for the Australian economy, with the potential to cause substantial job loss. The Master Builders Association (MBA) has predicted that there will be substantial job losses in the Western Australian economy if the Government […]
Young innovators and entrepreneurs between 18 and 35 are being encouraged to enter the Science and Innovation Awards 2009. The competition is open for young people in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry with a great idea that will help boost the industries. There are 13 award categories up for grabs: animal welfare, dairy, eggs, emerging and […]
The Rudd Government have ruled that the first home buyers grant will not be extended past its June 30 deadline, despite industry groups urging the Government to extend the grant. The grant has been successful in luring many first home buyers into the market, and has helped to boost the economy. Mortgage Choice chief executive […]
Symantec Corp have announced the launch of Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition, designed to provide online security for small business that’s easy to set-up and use. Designed for small business customers who want comprehensive protection that is straight forward to install, deploy and manage, Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition offers built in tools, […]
PowerBuy, an online service designed to help small business save money on their IT costs, have announced the launch of exclusive Lenovo cash-back offers to PowerBuy small business members. PowerBuy cash-backs are available on the range of ThinkServer (server) and ThinkStation (desktop PC) products as well as the premium W-series laptops. Businesses simply need to […]
In order to help small businesses speed up in the economic slowdown, Google Australia has today unveiled a business stimulus, offering small businesses a free $75 search marketing campaign, to help them reach new customers and drive sales in tough times.
The South Australian budget will be the toughest for business in 40 years, according to Business SA as the global financial crisis reaps havoc on the local economy. Business SA chief executive Peter Vaughan says a survey shows business confidence in SA has dropped to its lowest level since 2001. “The Government had an enormous […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is predicting Australia’s economy will contract 1.4 percent this year, as unemployment continues to rise. The IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook has predicted a dire outcome, not just for Australia, but the world, with the global economy predicted to shrink by 1.3 percent. It has drastically downgraded its outlook for […]
Kwik Kopy Ringwood, in Victoria has been named as the Kwik Kopy Australia Franchise of the Year 2009, as the company’s annual conference. The winner of the award, judged by senior management at Kwik Kopy Australia, is chosen on the basis of meeting or exceeding a number of key performance indicators. David Bell, managing director […]
The Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) have announced Privacy Awareness Week will take place on May 3 – 9 across the Asia Pacific, with a theme of “Privacy: where do you draw the line?” and are encouraging all businesses to attend. The Week will see a variety of programs and initiatives hosted by public and […]
