Accounting groups back calls for taxpayer bill of rights to better protect SMEs
A committee has recommended the federal government introduce a taxpayer bill of rights, giving small businesses better legal protections when they engage with the tax office.
Net-zero by 2050: Morrison pledges $20 billion for clean energy tech
The Australian government has officially committed to net-zero emissions by 2050, and clean energy tech is part of the plan.
Australia is “stepping into the ring” with proposed sweeping crypto reform
The fintech and cryptocurrency community in Australia has welcomed the prospect of more regulation in the sector, saying it brings much-needed clarity.
Peter Strong: Net zero attracts net stupidity and net self-righteousness
The first step on climate is to agree on the need for action, and defeat the very loud and belligerent few who care nought about the future and only about themselves and their beliefs, says Peter Strong.
Bruce Billson backs calls to improve ATO handling of small business disputes
The small business ombudsman is backing calls for the tax office to better inform SMEs of their rights, after a report found many tax professionals and business owners think communications are ineffective.
JobMaker scheme meets just 1% of 450,000 new jobs target
The $4 billion JobMaker hiring credit was designed to employ job seekers between 16 and 35 years old between early October 2020 and Wednesday last week.
“Nobody can make plans”: Queensland tourism businesses left in the dark ahead of Christmas
Queensland tourism businesses are anxiously waiting for borders to reopen as Delta outbreaks in multiple cities and an ongoing international travel ban threaten to keep visitors away for another summer.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet considers new business support package
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet is considering a new business support package one day after taking on the top job in the country’s most populous state.
‘There’s still uncertainty’: Travel agents blast government’s vague plan for international travel
Travel agents welcome the government’s announcement that international borders will reopen from late November, but the lack of detail is deterring eager travellers from making bookings.
Six things you should know about the new NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet
NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet has been named the state's next Premier, after outgoing Gladys Berejiklian announced her shock resignation last week.
Gladys Berejiklian resigns as NSW Premier
Berejiklian said standing aside was not an option, as NSW residents need certainty during the pandemic. Her resignation will take effect once the NSW Liberal Party elects a new leader.
Better late than never: Coalition finally makes move on climate
The Coalition seems to be finally accepting that it needs to commit to net zero, and that win for the climate is worth acknowledging.
