IR reforms could see higher casual wages for retail and hospitality workers
The government's IR reforms could see a new definition of casual work and a higher rate of pay for retail and hospitality workers.
Electronic check-in mandatory in NSW: Here’s what SMEs need to know
It is now mandatory for commercial and hospitality venues in NSW to have electronic check-in systems in place.
‘Lack of understanding of work’: Business group criticises Daniel Andrews’ plan to give sick pay to casuals
The Victorian government is creating a nation-first program which will see casual workers receive paid sick leave.
Four Pillars named international gin producer of the year for the second year in a row
Healesville-founded Four Pillars has been named the best gin producer in the world for the second year running.
Free food and fun under new NSW voucher scheme, but first, SMEs have to sign up
The NSW government hopes to encourage residents to spend on food and entertainment through its new Out and About voucher scheme.
US chain Dickey’s plans to bring its slow-cooked meats to 50 locations in Australia
US barbeque chain Dickey's Barbeque Pit has revealed plans to open in 50 locations across Australia from next year.
The changing face of value: A closer look at the slow death of Sizzler in Australia
After 35 years in Australia, the last plates of cheese toast will soon be served at Sizzler’s nine remaining outlets Down Under.
Cinemas, campsites and real estate: Andrews announces further relief for Melbourne businesses
The third step in Daniel Andrews' reopening roadmap brings good news for Victorian businesses. Here's what's changed.
Mandatory QR codes “still on the table” for Sydney restaurants, says Premier
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has warned Sydney restaurants that the mandatory use of QR codes is "still on the table", amid growing concerns that businesses are not complying with COVID-19 safety requirements.
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.
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.
Melbourne cafe fined more than $230,000 for deliberately underpaying 73 workers
Melbourne cafe Barry and its operators have been fined $232,545 after the Federal Circuit Court ruled they deliberately underpaid 73 employees by more than $180,000 over a period of 12 months.
