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01Jun2025
Small Business Tax Changes for FY 2024–25
It’s that time of year where we all need to think about doing our tax return and get ready to pay some taxes! There have been some key tax changes this financial year that could impact your operations, cash flow, and compliance obligations. From superannuation updates to GST reporting shifts, these changes require careful planning […]
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01May2025
AI-Driven Recruitment: For Small Australian Businesses
Hiring the right talent has always been a challenge for small business owners, who often juggle recruitment alongside actually running a business. AI-powered recruitment is revolutionising hiring, helping businesses streamline the entire process and find the best candidates efficiently, without needing large HR teams or expensive job agencies. How AI-Driven Recruitment Actually Works AI recruitment […]
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31Mar2025
How to Detect and Prevent Fraud: Practical Advice for Safeguarding Your Business
Fraud can cripple even the most robust businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that may lack the resources to recover from serious financial loss. Talk to your accountant on how to detect and prevent fraud and the best practices and measures you should put in place. Fraud is not just about stealing money. Data […]
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27Feb2025
14 Steps to Starting a Business in Australia
Starting a new business is an exciting venture, but it can also be overwhelming. Here are some practical steps to guide you through the process of setting up a successful business in Australia: 1. Develop a business plan. A well thought out business plan is the foundation of any successful business. It should outline your […]
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30Dec2024
Challenges Facing Australian Small Businesses 2025 – (and how to overcome them)
As we start 2025, Australian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are bracing for a range of challenges that could impact their operations and growth. Here are some of the key hurdles that are up ahead on what you can do about them. 1. Tighter Employee Laws Recent industrial relations reforms, including a 5.2% increase in […]
- Tags: cash flow, Small business
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01Dec2024
Taking a Holiday as a Small Business Owner
The Christmas break is on the horizon and a lot of small business owners are worying about how (or even if) they can get away. Running a small business is no small feat, and taking a holiday might seem like an impossible dream. But with planning and a few strategic measures, you can enjoy a […]
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30Oct2024
Learning How To Advertise Online
This is a guide to get you thinking about how you can make money out of advertising on the internet. There are a lot of options but keep it simple to begin with. Pick one advertising goal and use one ad avenue and once you have some experience – branch out. Keep in mind that […]
- Tags: Advertising, Small business
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30Sep2024
AI and Accounting for Small Businesses
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way small businesses manage accounting, automating routine tasks, improving accuracy, and providing deeper insights. But this is actually making accountants more important. Accountants are more than number crunchers; they act as business advisers. They can help you create budgets, plan for the future, and make strategic decisions that improve […]
- Tags: Accounting, AI, Small business
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27Aug2024
How Small Businesses Can Compete with Large Companies
In today’s competitive market, small businesses often feel overshadowed by larger enterprises. In Australia big businesses are often multi national with big staffs and even bigger money. With their vast resources, extensive networks, and established brand recognition, big businesses seem to have all the advantages. However, small businesses in can not only survive but thrive […]
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31Jul2024
Tax Audit Insurance: Protecting Your Small Business
Advances in information technology (AI) means that the scope and ability of the ATO to closely and forensically examine tax returns has increased enormously. This includes current but also past tax returns. That means the ATO will use AI systems to go back through your current – but also past, tax returns and might (for […]
- Tags: audit, Small business, Tax
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