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A report by Legal Guardian Digital examines how AI is affecting jobs across ten industries.

Outsourcing before you understand what you’re buying is costing founders a lot. It’s a marketing spend trap that often catches early-stage founders, but it can be avoided.

The finalists for the inaugural Creative Brisbane Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising the partnerships and collaborations shaping the city’s cultural identity.

One in three Australian small business owners plans to retire within five years, but just 16% have a documented succession plan.

Between Anthropic, Google, and GitLab, the biggest names in AI are racing to replace the tools your business pays monthly for. What the shift means and whether SMEs should follow the lead.

Founders over 55 grew 66.67% year-on-year. Queensland overtook the traditional startup corridor. And more businesses than ever are incorporating early. 

From 56-year-olds consolidating debt to first home buyers leaning on Mum and Dad, March credit trends reveal a lot about what’s coming. Here’s the SME read-between-the-lines version.

Cash flow stress is pushing Aussie SMEs away from the big banks, and a major shift in how business finance works is already underway. 

About 75% of corporate boards still lack real AI expertise. Without a framework, small businesses are at a disadvantage. These five questions are a practical place to start.

Barry Saad of Truck Tech writes on the practical fleet changes that deliver immediate fuel savings for SME operators.

Australians lost $18.5 million to job scams in 2025 making candidates more suspicious and legitimate SME job ads harder to trust.

MYOB and Microsoft have announced a five-year partnership to embed AI tools directly into the platform millions of Australian small businesses already use. 

The ATO has flagged work from home claims as a priority audit area for 2026. Mark Chapman looks at the most common mistakes small business owners make.

Two thirds of Australian shoppers are now spreading their spending across multiple retailers. Shopfully’s Brendan Straw says brands without a clear value offer risk losing them altogether.

Most employees are fine with their pay. So why are they still thinking of leaving? Nick Martin from Remote says Australian small business owners are asking the wrong question.

Matt Caffrey discusses why the free software shortcut is one of the costliest risks in small business today.

From 1 July 2026, Australian employers must pay superannuation on every payday rather than quarterly. The ATO is urging employers to act now

Australian FMCG is shifting away from one-size-fits-all health claims toward products that solve specific household problems. Seedlab COO Kenna MacTavish says it is no coincidence.

Australian businesses running on fuel now have a government backstop designed to keep supply flowing when global markets tighten.

AI customer service is transforming how big businesses talk to customers. For most small businesses, the cost and complexity still make it out of reach