Qld small businesses call for grants of up to $25,000 amid second post-JobKeeper lockdown
Small businesses in Queensland are calling on the state government for financial support after most of the state was thrown into a three-day COVID-19 lockdown.
Kate Carnell: Why is the government not utilising pharmacies to speed up the vaccine rollout?
In recent years, pharmacies have played an important role in the delivery of immunisations, particularly the flu vaccine. So why is the government ignoring them now?
Essential or not? Small retailers in NSW left confused over COVID-19 rules
NSW retailers trading amid the state’s COVID-19 outbreak are confused about whether they are an essential business and can stay open under current restrictions.
Kathmandu’s $13 million lockdown hit shows how the Australian economy is falling behind
Outdoor retail chain Kathmandu says it will take a $13 million hit from the latest COVID-19 lockdowns, with 123 stores across Australia forced to close over the past month.
Business lessons to be learned from Australia’s ‘rookie’ vaccine rollout
The Australian government has forgotten the customers — members of the general public — and how to serve them in the best way possible.
NSW lockdown: Small business support grants announced; Dine & Discover extended
The NSW government has announced new support measures for businesses affected by the latest COVID-19 lockdown.
Fortress Australia: Will the closed international border hurt Scott Morrison’s chance at the next election?
A closer look at the stats reveals that, with vaccinations continuing as they are, COVID-19 deaths per day could be far fewer than those of the flu or diabetes by December.
“Like a zombie movie”: As Sydney retailers brace for a $2 billion blow, experts call for vaccines to ensure long-term survival
Australia is less than 5% fully vaccinated, putting the brakes on the long-term recovery for businesses affected by COVID-19 lockdowns.
NSW government yet to announce support for SMEs hit by two-week lockdown
Business groups are increasingly frustrated that the New South Wales government is yet to announce support for businesses facing a two-week lockdown.
Potts Point Bookshop thinks local amid new restrictions in Sydney
Anna Low's Potts Point Bookshop will be affected by the latest stay-at-home order in parts of Sydney, but she's also concerned about the future of events at her store.
Sendle scores $45 million to double down on US success, after seeing 1000% growth in the market
Carbon-neutral delivery service Sendle saw its US volumes spike by 1000% during 2020, as COVID-19 led to an uptick in e-commerce activity.
Restrictions return to Sydney as NSW records 16 new COVID-19 cases
As NSW records 16 new cases of COVID-19 overnight, the state government is introducing new restrictions from 4pm today.
