ATO claws back $120 million in JobKeeper payments from employers making “deliberate” or “reckless” mistakes
The ATO has taken back $120 million in JobKeeper payments from employers that made “deliberate” or “reckless” mistakes in their applications.
Melbourne bakery gets a surprise sales windfall as Victorians celebrate COVID-19 ‘doughnut days’
Melbourne bakery Goldeluck's has seen a run on doughnuts, following two consecutive days of zero COVID-19 cases in Victoria.
ATO updates advice for businesses seeking to carry forward losses
Small and medium businesses that have been forced to temporarily close during the coronavirus pandemic may still be able to carry forward losses for tax purposes.
Melbourne gyms to reopen from November 9, but COVIDSafe restrictions threaten their viability
Melbourne gyms and fitness studios may have a reopening date in sight, but restrictions mean they'll be lucky to break-even any time soon.
Daniel Andrews puts spotlight on Melbourne’s Starward whisky in ‘top shelf’ social posts
Premier Daniel Andrews enjoyed a drink from “higher up the shelf” on Monday, and his choice put Starward Distillery in the spotlight.
JobMaker not suited to most SMEs, as Treasury estimates hiring credits will create 45,000 jobs, not 450,000
The federal government’s JobMaker hiring credit is not suited to many SMEs, which are still in a recovery phase, according to CPA Australia.
“Now is the time”: Relief for Melbourne hospo and retail, as Andrews announces Wednesday reopening
Hospitality and retail businesses in Melbourne will be able to reopen from Wednesday, as Victoria records zero new COVID-19 cases.
“Confused and inadequate”: Business groups slam inaction on Melbourne reopening, as state records zero new cases
Business groups have reacted with anger and disappointment after Dan Andrews failed to announce any further easing of restrictions yesterday.
Tassie economy outperforms the pack, as borders reopen and events plan is rolled out
Tasmania is leading the pack of Aussie states and territories in terms of economic performance, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
The startup that built Kayla Itsines’ SWEAT app just developed a smartphone app to combat global biological threats
The SuspectED app allows public health professionals and in-field responders to deliver evidence of emerging biological threats worldwide.
Why UX design is the last battleground for business success in a COVID-19 world
The businesses seeing success during COVID-19 are relentlessly serving their customers and focusing heavily on developing exceptional UX.
US streaming startup Quibi calls it quits after six months and says COVID-19 is to blame
It raised billions in funding and roped in a support crew of A-list celebs, but streaming competitor Quibi is winding down after just six months.
