Business
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
15 April
The Iran war is set to deliver a $36 billion windfall for Treasurer Jim Chalmers, but increased spending on cost-of-living measures could derail efforts to get the budget back in black. Even with a fragile ceasefire holding in the Middle East, the...[Read More]
Beware the ‘urgent’ email at the end of the working day
15 April
Australian businesses are losing more than $150 million a year to scammers, with some embedding themselves in sensitive company email chains just waiting for the right moment to strike. The threat can occur close to the end of the working day, when...[Read More]
Starting a business? Here’s what to think about before you dive in
9 April
Launching a business is an exciting step, whether you’re turning a passion into profit or building something from the ground up. But before you register a name and start trading, there are important legal and strategic considerations that can make...[Read More]
Leadership tips for time management and productivity
9 April
As an entrepreneur, balancing endless tasks while keeping an eye on the clock can feel overwhelming. But here’s a universal truth: everyone has the same 1,440 minutes daily. The key to success? Making those minutes count. Whether you’re...[Read More]
Robotics investment could create human jobs bonanza
1 April
Australia’s universities and research institutions are at the forefront of robotics innovation, but the nation is still failing to translate that into scalable solutions to drive economic activity. Additional public and private investment in the...[Read More]
Spike in jobless rate unlikely to end RBA hiking cycle
25 March
Noisy jobs data has revealed a tight labour market, giving the Reserve Bank the green light to further hike interest rates despite a spike in unemployment. The jobless rate jumped to 4.3 per cent in February, despite almost 50,000 more people...[Read More]
Sticky situation as super changes stretch small firms
25 March
Rising costs and cash flow pressures could force thousands of small business owners to dip into personal savings to comply with new superannuation rules. Changes slated for July 1 require employers to pay employees superannuation at the same time as...[Read More]
Aussies could miss big payday due to basic AI skills
25 March
Millions of Australians could boost their earning potential by as much as $11,000 a year if they retrain in artificial intelligence technology. But if large sections of the workforce fail to do so, Australia could miss out on a multibillion-dollar...[Read More]
Unions urge five per cent pay rise as inflation bites
25 March
Nearly three million low-paid workers would receive thousands more in annual wages under a union push for a five per cent pay rise. The ACTU will ask industrial umpire the Fair Work Commission to increase the minimum wage to $26.19 per hour, up from...[Read More]
Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel
25 March
Australians should work from home where possible and drive at slower speeds to limit oil demand during the Middle East conflict, the world’s top energy agency says. The recommendations come as Australia’s energy minister flags further potential...[Read More]
Insolvencies at record highs, set to rise on Iran war
25 March
Australian businesses are failing at record rates and soaring energy prices are set to make matters worse, putting the national economy at risk of recession. Business insolvencies and payment defaults were already at or near their highest-ever...[Read More]
Past disruptions show Australian workers can weather AI
18 March
The Australian economy has the runs on the board when confronted with technology challenges, giving one minister confidence that will be the case with artificial intelligence adoption. While there are real risks to jobs and labour force disruption...[Read More]
AI could devalue your degree, federal government warns
18 March
A university degree might become less valuable for securing a job in the age of artificial intelligence, posits an influential member of the government’s economics team, as financial workers worry that AI might steal their jobs. Rather than formal...[Read More]
Navigating legal obligations: How a financial adviser can help
12 March
Running a business, building wealth, or planning for the future often involves navigating a complex web of legal and regulatory obligations. While financial advisers are not lawyers, they play an important role in helping individuals and business...[Read More]
Business taxation advice: Why your accountant is one of your most valuable business partners
12 March
Running a business often starts with a passion. Whether you launched your venture to pursue a lifelong interest, create financial independence, or support the lifestyle you have envisioned, building a successful business requires dedication,...[Read More]