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Day: November 12, 2020

Large businesses to publicly list contract terms to small business suppliers

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Thousands of large Australian businesses have been invited to register early for the Morrison Government’s new Payment Times Reporting Scheme which requires large businesses with a total annual income of over $100 million to publicly report their payment terms and practices to their small business suppliers. From 1 January 2021, large businesses must start reporting …

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Small and home-based NSW businesses score online retail victory

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Small and home-based businesses across NSW have scored a major victory after the NSW Government amended the Local Environmental Plan to provide certainty around where businesses can trade. Deputy Premier John Barilaro acted to clarify the definition of “home business” and “home industry” in the Uralla Shire LEP following confusion among business owners and council, …

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All NSW businesses must register clients with QR codes

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The NSW Government is urging venues to put the safety of customers and staff first and have a system for digital registration such as a QR code that records patrons’ names and contact details in place by 23 November, or risk facing penalties. Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello said digital registration, including QR codes, …

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JobMaker Hiring Credit passes parliament

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The Morrison Government is continuing to support our economic recovery and secure Australia’s future by today passing legislation to establish the JobMaker Hiring Credit, giving businesses access to up to $200 per week for each eligible employee. The $4 billion JobMaker Hiring Credit is a key part of the Government’s economic response to the COVID-19 …

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Small businesses protected new anti-hawking legislation

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Consumers and small businesses will be further protected under a package of legislation introduced into the Parliament today by the Morrison Government. The package of legislation addresses 20 recommendations and one additional commitment from the Hayne Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry. This legislation is another major step forward …

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Jobseeker extended to March but reduced to $150 per fortnight

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The Morrison Government will extend temporary support through the social security system, for those Australians seeking work, for a further three months as economic confidence and momentum builds. Both existing and new JobSeekers will be paid the Coronavirus Supplement at a rate of $150 per fortnight from 1 January 2021 through to 31 March 2021 …

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MARKETING

Advertising trends to get ahead...
How marketers and SMB retailers can navigate a tricky Christmas season
How marketers and SMB retailers can navigate a tricky Christmas season
Often referred to as the ‘Golden Quarter’, the holiday season...
#BuyRegional campaign urges holiday shoppers to stimulate SMB recovery in NSW
#BuyRegional campaign urges holiday shoppers to stimulate SMB recovery in NSW
The countdown to Christmas is gathering pace but Sydneysiders still...
Small wineries saved this year with 50% relying on direct-to-customer sales
Small wineries saved this year with 50% relying on direct-to-customer sales
Wine sales direct to consumers grew by 7 per cent...

TECHNOLOGY

JobTrainer ready to sign up...
VIC launches free QR code service to support venues and small business safety
VIC launches free QR code service to support venues and small business safety
Victorian business owners across the state can now access a...
Victorian budget: $250m to get businesses online
Victorian budget: $250m to get businesses online
Turning digital demand into online opportunity. The pandemic has required...
All NSW businesses must register clients with QR codes
All NSW businesses must register clients with QR codes
The NSW Government is urging venues to put the safety...

LIFESTYLE

How to recognise the signs...
After the nation’s hardest lockdown VIC’s entertainment industry is coming back in full swing
After the nation’s hardest lockdown VIC’s entertainment industry is coming back in full swing
The country’s biggest and brightest musicians are set to take...
Predictions for the wine industry in 2021
Predictions for the wine industry in 2021
If you go back 12 months, it is unlikely that...
How the Night Time Industries Association met 2020 challenges head-on
How the Night Time Industries Association met 2020 challenges head-on
Looking back on the year, Mike told Bars and Clubs: “The...

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FINANCE

COVID-19 support package end dates...
Small business subbies to get paid faster under one state’s government program – Ombudsman
Small business subbies to get paid faster under one state’s government program – Ombudsman
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell...
NSW’s $26m Small Business Innovation Research program
NSW’s $26m Small Business Innovation Research program
Research and development will become a key jobs creator in...
Business registration open for stimulus program ‘Dine & Discover NSW’
Business registration open for stimulus program ‘Dine & Discover NSW’
Eligible businesses can now register to take part in the...

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