“Cascading” natural disasters to set taxpayers back by billions
Farmers will be on the frontline of climate change as natural disasters such as droughts worsen and become more frequent, the treasurer is warning.
As El Niño hits Australia, here’s what small businesses need to know
Australia is now subject to an El Niño climate event, the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) says, boosting the likelihood of warmer and drier conditions than average in the coming months.
A brighter future? New markets for Aussie agri exporters
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the global economy. But where there’s uncertainty there’s also opportunity for Australia’s agribusinesses.
“Doesn’t make sense”: Aussie Disposals owner slams Victorian government’s business-crushing lockdowns
The owner of collapsed camping retailer Aussie Disposals has lashed out at Daniel Andrews' response to the coronavirus crisis.
Aussie Disposals collapses after bushfires and COVID-19 tear through business
Outdoor retailer Aussie Disposals has collapsed into voluntary administration and will terminate some of its 120 workers in the coming weeks.
The government’s small business bushfire relief package is not nearly enough
What small business really needs from parliament is a plan to tackle climate change today. Not tomorrow, not in 10 years, today.
Confusion reigns as promised $50,000 bushfire grants for SMEs split in two
Commonwealth-funded but state-administered bushfire relief grants have caused confusion for small and medium business owners.
Morrison unveils $50,000 grants for bushfire-hit SMEs as “useless” loans come under fire
Bushfire-hit SMEs will be eligible for thousands of dollars in Commonwealth support under an assistance package announced today — but not everyone is happy.
Small business makes case for cash injection in “historic” roundtable with Prime Minister
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has promised additional Commonwealth support for small businesses affected by bushfire as soon as next week.
NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern thrusts Aussie small businesses into limelight during family holiday
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has made a point of spruiking Aussie small businesses during her family holiday in Southeast Queensland.
Grants, loans and tourism support on the table as government moves to assist bushfire-hit SMEs
The Morrison government will meet with small business advocates on Tuesday to develop a support package for SMEs affected by Australian bushfires.
How to handle employee leave if your business has been affected by bushfires
Employers directly affected by the bushfires should consider standing down their employees before shutting down business completely, Fairwork Australia says.
