Omicron border rules threaten recovery in the travel and hospitality industries this Christmas
Small businesses are paying close attention to the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant around the world, as shifting border restrictions threaten economic recovery in the travel and hospitality industries.
“The industry is on its knees”: Hairdressers call to be added to priority migration list
Dire staff shortages affecting hair and beauty salons have ignited calls from small business groups for the government to change the priority migration skilled occupation list.
‘There’s still uncertainty’: Travel agents blast government’s vague plan for international travel
Travel agents welcome the government’s announcement that international borders will reopen from late November, but the lack of detail is deterring eager travellers from making bookings.
Australia nuclear submarine deal signals future investment in local defence businesses
Small businesses in the defence industry are closely following a deal between the Australian, US and UK governments that will help Australia build nuclear-powered submarines.
Explained: How will vaccine passports work for businesses?
The federal and state governments are signalling that vaccine passports for travel and entry into pubs, hair salons and cafes could be rolled out as soon as next month.
Small businesses brace for ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, even after 70% vaccination threshold is met
Small businesses are preparing for ongoing coronavirus restrictions, after an updated vaccine plan released on Tuesday indicated some public health measures could remain in place from November.
Between lockdowns and lacklustre vaccination rates, this historic Brisbane bookshop is the latest casualty of COVID-19
An independent bookstore established 42 years ago in Brisbane has shuttered amid the latest snap coronavirus lockdown in southeast Queensland.
NSW Premier says further COVID-19 support for small businesses is “imminent”
The New South Wales government will announce further support for businesses struggling amid Sydney’s worsening coronavirus outbreak within the next couple of days.
Budget 2021: Skills in focus with JobTrainer extension and apprenticeships boost
The 2021 federal budget includes a suite of measures designed to address workplace shortages, boost skills levels and get more people back into work.
Budget 2021: Government procurement for SMEs in focus
The government will spend $2.6 million over a four-year period to “support and strengthen” SME participation in Commonwealth procurement.
Morrison unveils $120 million deregulation package for business ahead of May budget
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a $120 million deregulation package for business will be unveiled in the upcoming May budget.
Economists predict vaccine delays could cost up to $1.4 billion, after Morrison government ditches targets
The Morrison government has no plans to set new targets for completing the first round of coronavirus vaccines, raising concerns about the cost on the economy of a delayed vaccine rollout.
