The Voice is coming and your business needs to take a stance
The government's information campaign on the Voice to Parliament referendum is in full swing. What does it mean for your business?
UK-Australia free trade agreement may be “gold standard” but misses the mark on climate action
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade analysed the impact of the free trade agreement with the United Kingdom but did not raise concerns over its climate ambition.
Victorian budget: Small businesses get payroll tax relief, but big businesses will pay more
The Andrews Labor government says it plans to make payroll tax “fairer” for Victorian small businesses by lifting the payroll tax-free threshold in two stages over the next two years.
Victoria will abolish stamp duty for commercial property, as business support funding hangs in balance
The abolition of stamp duty for commercial and industrial properties will be a cornerstone of the new Victorian 2023-2024 state budget, while millions of dollars in COVID-era business support funding hangs in the balance.
Housing and small business portfolios go hand-in-hand, Julie Collins says
Small businesses are "at the very centre" of the Albanese government's policy agenda, Small Business Minister Julie Collins says, declaring her responsibility for the housing and homelessness portfolios overlaps with the needs of today's small business sector.
PwC internal inquiry under fire as government plans stricter review on the use of consulting firms
A company director will review the culture of embattled accounting firm PwC as the federal government works out how to deal with the consequences of the tax leak scandal.
Trade minister vows to “persevere and persist” in quest to overturn China’s barley, lobster, wine bans
Despite the in-person meetings in China, Senator Farrell said it would take time for trade relations to return to normal.
Government plans to push for $1 billion small business tax break ahead of June 30 deadline
Should the bill not pass before June 30 this year, small businesses which upgraded their technology in 2022-2023 on the expectation of a generous tax break will go into the new financial year without legislation underpinning their 'bonus' deductions.
“Hurts working Australians”: Peter Dutton addressed cost-of-living in budget reply
Dutton said the nation was built on the success of its migrants but in a housing crisis it had to be managed.
Did PwC use sensitive intel for financial gain? Questions pile up after CEO resigns
PwC made almost $470 million in profit in the 2019 financial year, according to confidential data seen by a publication.
“No tariffs on 99% of Australian exports”: PM buoyant about UK free trade agreement
Australia's free trade agreement with the United Kingdom will start at the end of the month, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says.
Higher wages and monthly visa fees: What small businesses need to know about proposed migration changes
Minimum income thresholds for skilled migrants will rise nearly $20,000 and all temporary skilled workers will be granted a pathway to permanent residency by the end of 2023, Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil said.
