A new survey has found the widespread use of social networks at home and work is increasing the risk of identity theft and infection, yet most social media users do not take the proper precautions to protect themselves.
Retailers have welcomed the Federal Government’s proposed changes to employment awards, with particular focus on penalty rates.
Despite signs that the economy is improving, the aviation industry is still struggling, as budget airline Virgin Blue saw its first annual loss and Air New Zealand and Qantas both announced a 90 percent drop in profits.
New data has revealed Australian business investment jumped 3.3 percent in the June quarter, a sign that the economy is improving.
Business development franchiser 10X Limited has today launched a new iPhone application designed to help SMEs manage their cash flow.
Skilled job vacancies rose 1 percent in August, the first increase since November 2007, according to new data.
Small Business Minister Craig Emerson said it is encouraging to see a spike in business and consumer confidence.
Australian Industry Group chief executive Heather Ridout expressed her concerns about the Federal Government’s new Fair Work laws in a speech given to the World Congress of the International Industrial Relations Association, held in Sydney this week.
Australians are becoming increasingly reluctant to take on more debt in the financial crisis, according to Veda Advantage’s latest Consumer Credit Demand Index.
New accounting standards proposed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) will impose huge costs on Australian businesses if adopted, warns BDO Kendalls.
