Rewriting the rule book: Why job descriptions should be made redundant
The job descriptions business leaders have spent years refining have been thrown out during COVID-19. So, are they gone for good?
“Ultimate frustration”: Business owners and politicians call for financial support for Melbourne’s businesses
Daniel Andrews' recovery roadmap has led to calls for financial support for businesses, including those that have fallen through the cracks.
Explained: What sole traders and small businesses must do to access JobKeeper 2.0
Businesses won't need to re-enrol to access JobKeeper 2.0, but they will need to tell the ATO who was working in their business in February.
Burger King unveils ‘touchless’ store concept with suspended kitchens, conveyor belts and canopies
Burger King has unveiled a new ‘touchless’ concept store, designed to meet the challenges of doing business in a “new normal”.
“More than ever, it’s a marathon, not a sprint”: Startup Victoria chief Judy Anderson counsels for self-care during COVID-19 uncertainty
Not every startup is seeing exponential growth during COVID-19, says Startup Victoria's Judy Anderson. And founder self-care is crucial.
Businesses snap up $500 million in apprentice subsidies as COVID-19 sees commencements tank
The federal government has paid $500 million to businesses under its apprenticeship and training subsidies program, Michaelia Cash says.
A 95% childcare subsidy would boost GDP by up to $7.4 billion annually, KPMG says
Increasing the federal government’s childcare subsidy to a nearly fully funded 95% would boost GDP by up to $7.4 billion per year, at a cost of $5.4 billion a year, according to KPMG.
“A hard pill to swallow”: Creativity and team spirit suffer as Victorian startups face extended lockdown
As Victoria's startups face an extended period of lockdown and remote working, COVID-fatigue is setting in. Here's how they're handing it.
“Devastating blow”: Carnell says Victoria must compensate closing businesses
The Victorian government should compensate businesses forced to close in the face of an extended COVID-19 lockdown, Kate Carnell says.
Insolvency and bankruptcy protections extended for businesses struggling with COVID-19
The Morrison government has announced bankruptcy and insolvency protections will be extended until the end of the year.
Morrison waits on Victoria: Could JobKeeper be extended in Melbourne?
Morrison won't decide whether to extend further income support for Melbourne businesses until Victoria steps up to outline its plan.
Hospitality industry eyes closed roads and laneways, as Melbourne prepares for months of outdoor dining
Lover owner Will Newton says governments need to help businesses set up outdoor dining operations on nearby roads and laneways.