Not just sheer luck: The role of pokies in deciding NSW elections
Here is a look at the history of the relationship between gaming interests and governments of both stripes, and why, until now, both sides of the aisle have backed away from anything that would displease them.
NSW election: What Labor and the Coalition have promised to small business
Tax, red tape reduction, and boosting government procurement feature heavily in election plans presented by both the Coalition and Labor.
National four-day work week trial gains government support, with small business concerns “to be considered”
A national four-day work week trial has earned bipartisan support, with a new Senate report calling for the federal government to test the progressive scheme across industries and locations throughout Australia.
“Really positive”: Andrew Leigh hailed for competition reforms, as Small Business Ombudsman calls for further action in 2023
Small business groups have praised the Labor government's recent competition reforms, Small Business Bruce Billson says, but the SME advocate suggests more could be done to crack down on harmful conduct in 2023.
What Labor’s Victorian election victory means for the state’s business sector
The Victorian Labor Party's economic vision is based less on small business subsidies and tax cuts than big-picture reforms of the energy market and a plan to boost the number of skilled tradespeople.
Small business owners to share challenges with Julie Collins, Sussan Ley at Parliament House showcase
A select group of small business owners will tonight share an audience with federal lawmakers in Canberra, as rising costs, staff shortages, and troubling Christmas spending forecasts heap pressure on the sector.
Crypto crackdowns, investment scams and greenwashing targets at ASIC’s Annual Forum
ASIC has revealed its enforcement priorities with suspicious crypto companies, investment scams and greenwashing at the top of its hit list.
“Enormous boost”: ACCC hails the outlawing of unfair contract terms, claiming major victory for small businesses
Australia's competition watchdog has welcomed new legislation outlawing unfair contract terms, a long-awaited move advocates and lawmakers say is vital to stop large companies from exploiting the small businesses which supply them with goods and services.
“Serious concerns”: Senate crossbenchers David Pocock and Jacqui Lambie say they won’t rubber-stamp Labor’s industrial relations reform bill
Labor hopes to pass its industrial relations bill by December 1, but key Senate crossbenchers say they need more time to assess the reforms.
Peter Strong: Does Labor care for small business? Not really
Close scrutiny of Labor policy suggests the small business community is being taken for a ride at a time when they most need practical assistance, says Peter Strong.
Small Business Minister Julie Collins: The federal budget targets “long-term resilience” instead of quick-fix solutions
Speaking to SmartCompany, Collins says Labor's budget is more focused on long-term sustainability than directly alleviating today's sharp cost pressures.
Dutton goes nuclear: Six key takeaways from the budget reply for businesses
Peter Dutton has handed down his budget, slamming Labor over its push towards renewables and its tabled industrial relations bill.
