Small business support in challenging times
The rapidly unfolding coronavirus pandemic is creating unprecedented disruption and concern for small businesses across WA. Here is what we are doing.
Who can you turn to when you’re the boss?
When you are the one that everyone turns to for the answers, who can you turn to?
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.