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Payroll jobs take a hit in NSW, VIC and ACT
Payroll jobs take a hit in NSW, VIC and ACT
The most recent monthly Weekly Payroll Jobs and...
$3,000 Grants for sole traders and micro businesses
$3,000 Grants for sole traders and micro businesses
Between repeated COVID-19 lockdowns, restrictions, and natural...
Regional areas chosen to trail ‘vaccinated economies’
Regional areas chosen to trail ‘vaccinated economies’
The Victorian Government will conduct trials in...
Small business sector ready to grow once lockdown cycle ends
Small business sector ready to grow once lockdown cycle ends
With lockdown rules and border closures regularly...
State and Territory breakdown: where SMBs stand with lockdown impacts
State and Territory breakdown: where SMBs stand with lockdown impacts
The ongoing impact of Vic lockdown sends...
Least cost routing “in better position than ever”, says COSBOA
Least cost routing “in better position than ever”, says COSBOA
Business organisations seeking urgent action on debit...

BUSINESS

58% of Aussies will avoid businesses that let in unvaccinated customers
New research from Glow, conducted as part of its social and environmental research program Catalyst, has found that nearly six...
New support program for small-scale producers and craft businesses
New support program for small-scale producers and craft businesses
The Victorian Government is supporting small-scale and craft businesses across...
“Every lockdown has a human impact”, says Business CEO
“Every lockdown has a human impact”, says Business CEO
Following a comprehensive survey of its members, Business SA -...
From self-funded business to millions in revenue
From self-funded business to millions in revenue
Jeff Laue founded, ran, and scaled his self-funded business to...

TECHNOLOGY

Supporting small business cyber security resilience
The Victorian Government is investing in Victoria’s cyber security capability, protecting Victorians and businesses from the growing threat of cybercrime...
Free cybersecurity support for SMBs to limit cyber risks
Free cybersecurity support for SMBs to limit cyber risks
Queensland businesses at risk of compromising their confidence, reputation, data and...
Why small businesses need more protection on major digital platforms
Why small businesses need more protection on major digital platforms
The NSW Small Business Commissioner has called for a code...
$2.2m up for grabs for AgTech entrepreneurs
$2.2m up for grabs for AgTech entrepreneurs
The Victorian Government is backing innovators across the state to...
$1,200 Rebates for small businesses to improve digital presence and toolkit
$1,200 Rebates for small businesses to improve digital presence and toolkit
Thousands of small businesses around Victoria will have the chance...

Tax & Superannuation

Extra Super step when hiring new employees starting soon

Extra Super step when hiring new employees starting soon

From 1 November 2021, you may need to request stapled super fund details from us for new employees that don’t…
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Ombudsman urges small businesses to get on the front foot at tax time

Ombudsman urges small businesses to get on the front foot...

The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has urged struggling small and family businesses to be proactive…
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What questions small businesses should be asking tax professionals

What questions small businesses should be asking tax professionals

CPA Australia, the country’s leading professional accounting body has reminded small business owners to talk to their tax advisor about…
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Explaining temporary full expensing for small business

Explaining temporary full expensing for small business

Have you heard about temporary full expensing but are unsure if suitable for your business? This temporary measure introduced by…
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Tax concessions based on your business's aggregated turnover

Tax concessions based on your business's aggregated turnover

Tax Concessions at a glance: if you are a business, use this table to find out what concessions you can…
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Latest News

NSW reveals roadmap to recovery at 80% vaccinated, and beyond

NSW reveals roadmap to recovery at 80% vaccinated, and beyond

Residents of New South Wales now have a clear path to follow out of the pandemic and lockdowns after the…
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58% of Aussies will avoid businesses that let in unvaccinated customers

58% of Aussies will avoid businesses that let in unvaccinated...

New research from Glow, conducted as part of its social and environmental research program Catalyst, has found that nearly six…
Read More
Payroll jobs take a hit in NSW, VIC and ACT

Payroll jobs take a hit in NSW, VIC and ACT

The most recent monthly Weekly Payroll Jobs and Wages in Australia release contains the full suite of payroll jobs and wages estimates…
Read More
$3,000 Grants for sole traders and micro businesses

$3,000 Grants for sole traders and micro businesses

Between repeated COVID-19 lockdowns, restrictions, and natural disasters, many small business owners are doing it tough right now. This is…
Read More
Regional areas chosen to trail 'vaccinated economies'

Regional areas chosen to trail 'vaccinated economies'

The Victorian Government will conduct trials in businesses and events across highly vaccinated parts of regional Victoria to help our…
Read More
New support program for small-scale producers and craft businesses

New support program for small-scale producers and craft businesses

The Victorian Government is supporting small-scale and craft businesses across the state, helping producers work together to put their high-quality…
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STARTUPS AND ENTREPRENEURS

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MARKETING

How to design smart marketing...
$1,200 Rebates for small businesses to improve digital presence and toolkit
$1,200 Rebates for small businesses to improve digital presence and toolkit
Thousands of small businesses around Victoria will have the chance...
The best thing you can do for your business while you can’t do business
The best thing you can do for your business while you can’t do business
It comes down to one word. Connect. A lot of...
Aussies spending 34% more on online retail
Aussies spending 34% more on online retail
Growth in monthly sales in June was driven by VIC,...

ECONOMY

Payroll jobs take a hit...
Regional areas chosen to trail ‘vaccinated economies’
Regional areas chosen to trail ‘vaccinated economies’
The Victorian Government will conduct trials in businesses and events...
Small business sector ready to grow once lockdown cycle ends
Small business sector ready to grow once lockdown cycle ends
With lockdown rules and border closures regularly changing, SME owners...
State and Territory breakdown: where SMBs stand with lockdown impacts
State and Territory breakdown: where SMBs stand with lockdown impacts
The ongoing impact of Vic lockdown sends a warning for...

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PropTrack joins FinTech Australia’s partnership program
PropTrack joins FinTech Australia’s partnership program
REA Group’s data business PropTrack has joined FinTech Australia’s ecosystem...
Top 6 mistakes to avoid when preparing for an ISO Certification Audit
Top 6 mistakes to avoid when preparing for an ISO Certification Audit
Many businesses understand the benefits of being certified to the...

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  • The program provides 50% rebate (based on a minimum spend of $20k) for approved items including ABF event-media packages, exhibition stands, corporate function tables, delegate registrations.
  • Govt Grant applications are now open until the 30 March. Please contact ABF to discuss how we can assist, we have experts to assist grant applications.
  • Grant funding will cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure incurred in participating at pre-approved business-to-business events as buyers or sellers during the 2021 calendar year.  All grant applications must be submitted for approval via the following link: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/business-events-grants
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