#Minister For Small Business
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 […]
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.
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.
War on red tape heats up: ‘Repeal Day’ tabled
The Statute Law Revision Bill and the Amending Acts 1901-1969 Bill will propose the repealing of some 8,000 redundant federal laws, some dating back to 100 years.
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.
Govt’s Super Clearing House marks $1bn
The federal government’s Super Clearing House has marked a $1 billion milestone making payments on behalf of small business.
Industry veteran argues small business cabinet seat is token move
The decision to give small business cabinet-level representation in Federal Parliament is nothing more than a token appointment, according to Servcorp COO Marcus Moufarrige.
Brendan O’Connor named new Minister for Small Business
Julia Gillard has named Brendan O’Connor as new the Minister for Small Business, with the portfolio getting a boost to the federal cabinet for the first time after last Monday’s leadership ballot led to a cabinet reshuffle.
Plan for business emergencies with new iPad app
The federal government has launched its first iPad app for businesses, designed to give SMB owners access to emergency planning information anytime, anywhere.
Small business urged to innovate under new incentive
The Gillard Government’s research and development tax incentive could allow thousands of small businesses to innovate and boost business operations.