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COSBOA welcomes the government’s decision to keep the VSBC, calling it essential for fast, accessible dispute resolution tailored to small business needs.

New research shows 81% of women believe they must work harder than male peers for the same opportunities.

Minister Danny Pearson announces the end of LaunchVic as an independent agency. Discover what’s changing for Victoria’s 3,500 startups

From deepfake CEO impersonations to AI-enabled malware, businesses face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats in 2026

Wellness leaders reveal their 2026 goals from scaling physiotherapy clinics responsibly to helping women build strength at midlife

Business leaders welcome the $20k instant asset write-off extension but warn late payments are forcing one in three SMBs into credit facilities

GDP figures show 2.1% annual growth. Economic analysis by Ivan Colhoun shows why rate cuts may be further away than hoped.

Australia launched its National AI Plan with $29.9 million for safety. But Xero’s Angad Soin argues the government’s curriculum approach ignores time-poor small businesses’ reality.

CPA Australia has identified six essential skills for finance professionals in 2026.

Every new SaaS tool expands your attack surface. Progress Software’s John Yang reveals three strategies Australian organisations can adopt to strengthen compliance

Greg Wilkes reveals how narrowing your target unlocks predictable growth for Australian SMEs.

Australian fintechs in payments, AI, and regtech tapped Southeast Asian banks and investors at Singapore FinTech Festival via Austrade’s Landing Pads, creating new market entry opportunities.

The Instant Asset Write-Off has been extended to mid-2026, but COSBOA says the $20,000 cap is too low for real investment 

Ashley Faithful, founder of AF Training, reveals how top Australian executives structure their days around protecting mental bandwidth and strengthening relationships

Australia’s climate tech sector attracted $680 million in 2025, yet most startups can’t scale past pilot stage.

Yonatan Bley warns businesses risk wasting resources on AI that creates complexity instead of efficiency. His five-step framework helps you choose tools that actually deliver results.

Business closures in discretionary spending sectors are easing for the first time in years, signalling consumers are ready to spend again.

Federal AI infrastructure worth billions now opens to private partnerships under Genesis Mission. 

Australia’s first complete monthly inflation report shows prices rising faster than needed to hit targets. CreditorWatch’s Ivan Colhoun explains why rate cuts remain distant.

From spreadsheets to scheduling software, NSW’s proposed law captures everyday business tools under safety regulations, says COSBOA Chair Matthew Addison.