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Applications are now open and four companies will be selected for a first round of the new Cremorne Digital Hub (CDH) Scaleup Program

Dr Philip Bos explores the implications of the recent changes to the Privacy Act and their effects on small businesses in Australia.

Qualtrics announces top consumer experience trends for 2024

Research shows the demand for authentic Australian Made products remains strong with shoppers.

As interest rates and tax debts bite, the Big Four Banks and ATO are ramping up their court-initiated recoveries

Australian businesses are deploying key strategies to find efficiencies designed to unlock greater productivity.

The October Business Risk Index from CreditorWatch signifies the lowest average invoice value recorded since the tracking commenced in January 2015.

The 2023 Sendle Small Business survey reveals small businesses are divided on sales growth this peak sales season, with customer acquisition the top challenge in 2024

Free Entries open to the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion awards

Angus Sedgwick shares valuable insights on navigating cash flow challenges amid the upcoming busy holiday season.

Six shortlisted start-ups from Australia and New Zealand have received funding from Bupa through its Eco-Disruptive program.

The National Farmers’ Federation said that the reforms will create a fairer playing field for farmers and small business.

New data from Employment Hero reveals that 75 per cent of SMEs are struggling to compete for talent against multinational corporations

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has declared India’s commitment to spearhead global efforts in unlocking the potential of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).  This initiative aligns with the Jaipur Call for Action issued by G20 Trade Ministers in August, emphasizing improved information access for MSMEs. Sitharaman, ahead of the virtual G20 Leaders’ Summit, expressed India’s […]

Moody’s ‘negative’ US credit outlook due to rising rates may impact global finances, including Australian SMEs.

Ray Pastoors, founder of True Green, an Australian web-hosting company committed to sustainability, shares his inspiring journey in this week’s edition of Founder Friday.

New research reveals reasons why 90% of Aussies abandon their online shopping carts.

Seasonal hiring has started according to the SME Index, but the RBA’s rate rise will likely impact growth negatively over the holiday season.

RBA opted to raise the cash rate target by 25 basis points to 4.35%, alongside a similar 25 basis point increase in the interest rate paid on Exchange Settlement balances to 4.25%.

As privacy laws are reshaped to more closely align with Australians’ expectations, businesses are advised to review their own data-handling practices and respond proactively.