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A leading economist has warned petrol prices will start to climb over the coming months, as global oil costs hit new one-year highs.

Business owners are being invited to have their say on the first set of legislation to simplify GST rules.

Medibank Private has blamed rising unemployment and job fears for slow growth in its membership.

The ACCC has raised concerns over Woolworths’ proposed $87.6 million takeover of Danks Holdings, citing a reduction in competition.

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has released the minutes of its October 6 board meeting, revealing the decision to lift interest rates stemmed from concerns about inflation and “imbalances” in the economy.

Apple’s net income soared almost 50 percent in just three months, thanks in part to the popularity of the iPhone, the company has revealed.

According to a new survey, half of all Australian SMEs are willing to take action on climate change to become more sustainable, even if it has a negative impact on their finances in the short term.



Symantec Corp. today announced the findings of its Report on Rogue Security Software, revealing that cyber criminals are employing increasingly persuasive online scare tactics to convince users to purchase rogue security software.

Employers not buying into future skills shortage A new survey suggests that employers are not buying into the idea that there will be a skills shortage once the market recovers. A survey of 310 employers conducted by Aequalis Consulting found that more than 70 percent of employers have not focused on retaining good staff this […]

NAB predicts aggressive rate rise by RBA The National Australia Bank is predicting the RBA will take a more aggressive approach to interest rates over the coming months. According to NAB, the speech given by RBA Governer Stevens last week emphasised that by cutting the cash rate to three percent, the board were responding to […]

A new survey has revealed that many Australia companies are experiencing difficulties in accessing credit, forcing them to fall short on their growth targets.

Slow recovery for Australian economy Australia’s economy will face a slow recovery as world growth picks up and stimulus measures are withdrawn, according to Access Economics. According to Access, predicted higher interest rates, coupled with the withdrawal of the Federal Government’s stimulus measure and a slowing in Chinese growth will mean the recovery would be […]

According to reports coming out of the US, Apple has begun allowing businesses to sell content or services through applications given away for free at the iPhone online App Store.

TNT Express rewards customer loyalty International freight provider TNT Express is holding a competition to reward customer loyalty, offering users of TNT Express the chance to win fabulous prizes including a holiday, shopping spree and more. Customers who send an international consignment with TNT between 3 September 2009 and 30 October 2009 will go in […]

Google Android tipped to overthrow iPhone Market researchers have predicted that the dominance of Apple’s popular iPhone could soon be toppled by Google’s Android mobile platform within three years, reports The Sydney Morning Herald. According to the reports, the global sales forecast published by Gartner predicts that in 2012, Android, Symbian and Blackberry smartphones will […]

Time running out for Investment Allowance With time running out for the Government’s Investment Allowance, Finlease is urging businesses to take advantage of the generous tax break. According to Finlease, the Investment Allowances come at an opportune time for businesses looking to increase their capabilities, and with the 31 December 2009 deadline fast approaching, there […]

Cappuccino drinkers are being given the opportunity to help in the fight against global poverty with Gloria Jean’s ‘Cappucino for a Cause’.

The Hon Joe Hockey MP, Federal Member for North Sydney and the Shadow Treasurer yesterday opened a new ‘green’ education centre designed to compete in global markets.

The ACCC has called into question a fuel discount promotion undertaken by supermarket giant Coles, forcing them to withdraw the offer.

An online service that helps clubs and community groups organise events, manage volunteers and raise funds has won RMIT University’s prestigious 2009 Business Plan Competition.