Justice should not be just for big business
Further changes to unfair contract laws are hopefully around the corner for small business owners.
It pays to keep on top of wages
Accessing the free advisory services available from state and federal governments can help small business owners avoid the costly mistakes others have made when it comes to wages and underpayments.
A lottery win for small businesses
The Western Australian Government has announced a suite of initiatives to help newsagents and lottery retailers, including an increase in the commissions they receive for selling Lotterywest products.
Combating illegal phoenix activity
National campaign targets illegal phoenix activity: business registers to be modernised and Director Identification Numbers introduced.
Small business and Single Touch Payroll
I am pleased to see that the ATO has recognised the potential impact of the STP initiative on small and micro businesses; and are considering extending the transition period, as well as, including alternate reporting mechanisms.
Stirling's initiatives to support small business
I recently attended the City of Stirling’s Mayoral Business Breakfast held at the City’s Reception Hall.
Initiative eases pain of construction works
The SBDC has worked with government agencies to encourage adoption of best practices that minimise construction impacts on small businesses.
New hotline to combat illegal phoenixing activity
Small Business Commissioner David Eaton explains how the new phoenixing hotline is a step in the right direction to assist small business owners.
Unfair contract terms: a win for small business
In a bid to protect small business from unfair contracts, the ACCC has been active in its pursuit of breaches of Unfair Contact Term laws, and has recently taken action against ATM provider Cardtronics.