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Bruce Billson removed as Minister for Small Business in bittersweet move
Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, announced yesterday that Victorian MP, Kelly O’Dwyer, will replace Bruce Billson as Small Business Minister in a move that sent “shockwaves” through the small business community. Peter Strong, CEO of the Council of Small Business of Australia (COSBOA) said “there is no doubt that the decision to remove Bruce Billson from […]
Amendment introduced to employee share scheme laws
Small Business Minister Bruce Billson introduced an amendment to the laws surrounding employee share schemes, a move he said will boost Australia’s start-up sector and drive innovation.
Government boosts contract protection for small business
The Commonwealth Government has announced an extension of the unfair contract protections currently available, a move to further protect the nation’s small businesses from imbalanced agreements brought on by big business.
Small Business Minister Bruce Billson responds to ACCI survey
Small Business Minister Bruce Billson has responded to the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Survey of Investor Confidence released yesterday, calling it “a reminder of the work that must be done.”
Funding for small business advisory services
Not-for-profit organisations that provide advice to small businesses will be able to apply for funding of $600,000 over three years through the Australian Small Business Advisory Services programme.
New engagement rules for regulators dealing with SMEs
The Abbott government is soon to release new guidelines to streamline interaction between government regulators and small businesses as part of its drive to further reduce compliance costs and red tape.
New start-up initiative sends entrepreneurs to school
Small Business Minister Bruce Billson hopes the latest initiative in the start up sector will usher in an entrepreneurship “renaissance” and encourage more Australians to go into business for themselves.
Small business helpline receives 100,000 calls
The Fair Work Ombudsman’s new small Business helpline has reportedly received more than 100,000 calls since it was established in December last year.
Tougher penalties for franchise sector
The government has moved to introduce fines for businesses that breach the soon to be updated Franchising Code of Conduct and reduce costly disputes in the sector. A bill introduced into the lower house last week strengthens the enforcement of the code and hands new powers to the competition watchdog. The code is currently being […]
Grants supporting small business success
Small businesses across Australia stand to receive a much needed cash injection with a number of lucrative grants currently on offer.
Billson promises further red tape reductions for SMEs
Small business Minister Bruce Billson has announced red tape reductions to ease tax compliance costs for SMEs by up to $56 million a year.
Government taking longer to pay small business
Government is lagging behind on paying invoices to small business according to the most recent survey of 40 government agencies.
ACCC issues recall over azo dye and cancer link
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued recalls for a number of clothing and bed sheet products containing the carcinogenic ‘azo dye’.
Small business to inform government on unfair contracts
The government is seeking feedback from small businesses on new protections guarding them against “unfair contract terms” imposed by larger players.
Budget 2014: the small business specifics
Small business has emerged as a relative winner from Joe Hockey’s tough first budget containing long-term structural reforms including painful savings in the areas health, welfare and education.
Small business welcomes creation of new ombudsman
Bruce Billson has announced a new $6 million initiative that will see the creation of a Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
North Sydney named Australia’s savviest ‘eTown’
North Sydney was named the eTown for 2013 at an event this morning, with Federal Treasurer and member for North Sydney Joe Hockey present to congratulate the council and local businesses.
Setting the bar high for small biz support
St.George bank has pledged a worthwhile offer to support small business – and you don’t even need to be a customer.
New Minister for Small Business talks to Dynamic Business
In Sydney to congratulate St George bank on funding a raft of new incubator spaces for start-ups, Dynamic Business caught up with new Federal Small Business Minister, The Hon. Bruce Billson.
New Small Business MP announced
The man tipped to become the new small business minister has officially been handed the portfolio – Bruce Billson, member for Dunkley will take the reigns all the way to cabinet.
Paid Parental Leave – how will it affect small business?
With the arrival of 2011, employers should familiarise themselves with their obligations under the paid parental leave legislation which came into force on 1 January 2011.
Opposition to cut red tape for small business on paid parental leave
Tony Abbott’s Coalition through Bruce Billson, Shadow Minister for Small Business, Competition Policy and Consumer Affairs will introduce legislation to cut red tape and compliance burden for small business under Labor Government’s paid parental leave scheme.
Small business slugged with $500 ‘Counter-Terrorism Tax’
An examination of the Attorney-General’s portfolio has revealed a new tax levied against many small businesses, requiring them to pay a flat $500 annually to the anti-money laundering regulator.
Lowest paid lose with Henry Review superannuation changes
The lowest paid workers will lose out under the Henry Review superannuation changes, with employers forced to cut wages to pay the increased superannuation rate.