Despite the many challenges faced by small businesses over the past few years, those that have forged ahead and seen success have done so by adapting to the environment as required. As the ‘new normal’ has so far been marred with economic uncertainty, a widespread
The 2021 Census showed a rise in work and study in emerging fields of science and technology, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) said today. The number of people with an Information Technology qualification is now almost half a million (470,318), increasing by 36 per
Australian consumers are cutting back on luxury goods and services, looking for bargains, and switching to cheaper brands as they battle rising inflation. However, shoppers are still gearing up for a bumper pre-Christmas sales season with almost half feeling confident and one in five planning
Are you thinking about hiring staff to cover the busy holiday period? Here’s 5 tips to help make your hiring process go smoothly: 1. Understand the steps to hiring an employee There are many steps to consider when hiring employees and it’s important to understand
State Library Victoria’s startup support service StartSpace has today opened applications for the Lisa Ring and Family Scholarships program which will be awarded to two early-stage new business founders from Victoria. Generously funded by philanthropist Lisa Ring and her family and now in its second
Farmers and small businesses in rural and regional areas are urged to be cautious, particularly when buying heavy machinery, following a spike in scams targeting the agricultural sector this year. Reports to the ACCC’s Scamwatch show Australian farm businesses lost more than $1.2 million to
At the Jobs Victoria Conference, Minister for Employment Jaala Pulford today announced the Labor Government will create 995 jobs with a more than $19 million inclusive employment package – helping businesses find staff and supporting Victorians into secure work. Jobs Victoria and their partners will
Almost all GPs and most non-GP specialist doctors (such as cardiologists, gynaecologists and dermatologists) run private businesses to provide medical care in Australia. Business decisions can influence the costs of medical care, the care patients receive, and access to medical care in different geographic areas.
Every business owner and manager is constantly thinking about financing their operations. No matter how long you’ve been in business, ensuring continuity is always a priority. Most Australian small and medium businesses are family owned and operated, and often look to external loans and funding
The Andrews Labor Government has released a major new policy statement today aimed at boosting the manufacturing sector to drive economic growth and create high-skilled jobs of the future. Minister for Industry Support and Recovery Ben Carroll launched the Made in Victoria 2030: Manufacturing Statement which outlines
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