Business
Financial security: key strategies to safeguard your financial future
23 April
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly. Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
Job market yet to feel impact of Iran war, rate hikes
23 April
The Iran war has yet to hit Australia’s robust labour market, but a double-blow to unemployment from higher oil prices and the Reserve Bank is on its way. The jobless rate held steady at 4.3 per cent in March, despite the Middle East conflict...[Read More]
AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it
23 April
It is not just about the office playlist: artificial intelligence technology could deepen Australia’s generation gap in the workplace. A study released by analytics firm Amplitude on Thursday found older workers were significantly less likely to...[Read More]
‘Tiny’ tax returns on gas has leading economist fuming
23 April
Australians deserve a fairer return on gas extracted from the ground than the embarrassing sums raised through existing resource tax settings, a leading economist argues. Former Treasury secretary and author of a prominent tax review, Ken Henry,...[Read More]
Showers free in aged care reform as health rebate cut
22 April
Private health insurance rebates will be slashed for older Australians to fund essential home care services such as showering and dressing support. The federal government has backed down on a requirement that people receiving aged care support pay...[Read More]
Next-generation AI could be powered by Aussie chips
22 April
The next big leap in artificial intelligence could get a boost from Australian-made technology after a Sydney start-up secured federal funding to bring it closer to launch. The company, which aims to make advanced computer chips in 2027, says they...[Read More]
Fact or fiction? What you can expect with Payday Super
16 April
Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig busts some Payday Super myths. With just 3 months to go until Payday Super begins, I’ve been hearing a lot of questions from employers, and a few common myths too. Let’s clear up a few of the biggest...[Read More]
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
16 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
16 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
2 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]
Win for younger workers with discount pay rates axed
1 April
A watchdog’s decision to scrap discounted pay rates for young-adult workers in retail and fast-food jobs has been hailed as a landmark ruling akin to women winning equal pay. The Fair Work Commission on Tuesday said employees aged from 18 to 20...[Read More]
Major employers face new rules on gender equality
1 April
Major Australian employers will be required to set and meet gender equality targets in a push to lift workplace standards for male and female employees. From April 1, private sector employers with 500 or more employees will need to select three...[Read More]
Fuel, fertiliser shortages could deliver barren harvest
1 April
Australia’s regional and rural businesses will face a triple threat from fuel, fertiliser and interest rate changes over the coming months, but can fight back with investments in renewable energy and artificial intelligence. NAB issued the advice...[Read More]