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Nearly all Australian employers now expect AI proficiency in new hires but 88% say finding that talent is a genuine challenge. 

Mental health workers’ comp claims in Australia have jumped 160% in 10 years. Here’s what rising premiums and new state reforms mean for small businesses today.

FinTech Australia has named 160 finalists across 22 categories for the 2026 Finnies Awards.

Adam Rosen of Email Outreach Company breaks down the cold email system small businesses can build right now without a sales team.

Microsoft has announced a $25 billion investment in Australia, including a commitment to train three million Australians with AI skills by 2028. 

If your marketing is not converting, the problem is probably not your content. Kate Toon, author of Six Figures in Sales, on the shift that actually moves money.

Caitlyn McDonough of Gartner on the workforce consequences of AI adoption that small businesses need to anticipate now.

The Fair Work Commission’s fuel cost recovery order is now in effect and applies to more businesses than many owners realise. Gazelle Kalk of Peninsula Australia explains who’s affected and what to do in four steps.

Zero-interest loans are now available for eligible Australian businesses. Here is what the program covers, who qualifies, and a question being raised about who is being left out.

The credit data for March is out and it shows a business economy moving in two very different directions

SEEK’s latest employment data has a clear message for Australian SME owners thinking about hiring right now.

The fuel crisis response is complex and moving quickly. Here is what it all means for your business

Australians will spend $1 billion on Mother’s Day. Here is how SMEs can earn a slice of it on social

Employment Hero has launched HeroForce, a new model where they become your legal employer and handle it all. Here is what SME owners need to know.

Australia’s Federal Court now has rules on AI. Here is what that means if you ever end up in legal proceedings

A new Fair Work order is forcing rate adjustments across road transport supply chains starting today.

Cicada Innovations is accepting applications for Cicada x Tech23 2026, its annual program selecting 23 of Australia’s most promising deep tech ventures. 

Before you demo another rostering platform or sign up for another scheduling tool, there is one question worth asking first.

Three years of AI infrastructure investment is now flowing into everyday business software, data shows

Canva and Constant Contact have expanded their integration so small businesses can design and publish across email and social without switching tools.