New contactless payment technology, which launches in Australia today, enables small businesses to quickly and securely accept tap-and-go cards, mobile wallets such as Apply Pay and Android Pay, and chip cards. Developed by global payments technology company Square, the contactless + chip card reader is available online at square.com.au for $59, with free shipping nationally. […]
These days our mobile phones are an extension of ourselves – we access them for almost everything. With so much time dedicated to the small screen in our hands, it makes sense for start-ups and entrepreneurs to consider launching online-only businesses. There are a number of benefits of being solely an e-commerce operation, particularly from […]
As with any online activity, running an ecommerce business can leave you exposed to a variety of risks. Before you launch your new venture, take some time to understand the risks of selling online, and how best to deal with them. [Note: This article is Part 4 in a seven-part series by Chris Dahl providing an […]
Partnering with the right suppliers will give you a head start in running an efficient ecommerce business, potentially saving you thousands of dollars each year. [Editor’s note: This article is the second article in a seven-part series by Chris Dahl of Pin Payments, providing an essential guide to setting up an ecommerce business. Read part one: Ecommerce Success […]
It’s time: you’ve found the perfect opportunity, written your plan, and forecast your financials for the next year. You’re finally ready to get your ecommerce business up and running. But how? [Editor’s note: This is the first of a seven-part series by Chris Dahl of Pin Payments providing an essential guide to setting up an […]
The minimum wage in Australia has now risen by $16 per week, a result of the annual wage review decision that came into effect yesterday.
Medium and large-sized businesses now have more time to ensure they are SuperStream compliant after the ATO extended the June 30 due date.
South Australia’s Saturday penalty rates will be abolished and Sunday rates cut in half as a result of a landmark agreement between the Shop Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association (SDA).
A crackdown on cleaning contractors has revealed 1,212 of Australia’s cleaners have been underpaid almost $763,000.
As of 1 August 2014, Australian credit and debit card users will no longer be able to sign for purchases.
