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The Australian government is contemplating the implementation of a fresh licensing framework tailored for the $135 billion franchise industry

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has opted to maintain its cash rate at 4.35% for the fourth consecutive meeting, deferring a 14th interest rate hike amidst lingering inflation concerns.

The Victorian government has introduced a new tax system for commercial and industrial properties called the Commercial and Industrial Property Tax (CIPT).

On the afternoon of May 7th, Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas presented the State Budget for 2024-25, marking his 10th budget announcement.

To address these concerns, 97% of surveyed organisations planned to adopt AI to improve customer experience.

The latest KPMG Enterprise pre-Budget survey reveals that most mid-market businesses in Australia maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook.

This Budget is crucial for small businesses facing challenges like high inflation, interest rate hikes, labor shortages, and decreased demand—a tough year indeed.

Startmate has curated an impressive lineup of 10 startups for its Summer 2024 Accelerator program. 

New research by Telstra suggests that Australian small businesses might be missing out on the benefits of technology.

In a bid to propel the growth of innovative startups and small to medium enterprises (SMEs), the Industry Growth Program has introduced enticing grant opportunities.

This fintech initiative aids founders in mastering financial operations through practical resources, networking, exclusive offers, and more.

A storm is brewing for Australian businesses. A recent report by illion paints a grim picture, with business failure risk surging across the nation.

Localsearch’s national expansion, will reduce the education gap between time- and resource-poor SMBs and the potential of AI.

Australian retail turnover fell 0.4 per cent (seasonally adjusted) in March 2024, according to figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

New solution enables businesses to create a dynamic and efficient hybrid workplace with a first-class employee experience.

Aims to provide a practical assessment toolkit for investing in the burgeoning AI sector

Online Retailer, Australia’s largest online retail conference and expo is returning to the ICC, Sydney on July 24th and 25th 2024, after a stellar event in 2023.

New Xero data reveals small business performance boost after late 2023

eGuarantee provides lease bonds as a cost-effective alternative to traditional bank guarantees and is now issuing a lease bond almost every week.

Australian consumer price inflation in the first quarter defied expectations, disappointing policymakers and quashing hopes for rate cuts this year