As Australians step up to support flood-impacted areas through charitable donations, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) urges caution when claiming these deductions. In 2019-2020, over 4 million Australians claimed deductions for $3.7 billion to not-for-profits and charities. “Before rushing to claim a donation in your tax return, it’s important to […]
Year: 2022
How SMEs can find success during uncertain times
The past two years have been among the most challenging business owners have faced. The world is now emerging into what many describe as the “New Norm”, characterised by uncertainty and ambiguity. This new reality is stressful and difficult for many business owners to navigate. The solution for two Australian […]
Australian businesses must be ready for the e-invoicing revolution
Paper and email invoices are set to fade into irrelevance in Australia as federal agencies adopt e-invoicing within the next three months. This mandatory shift in invoicing practices at the federal level has made it almost impossible for Australian businesses and other levels of government to ignore that e-invoicing is […]
Let’s Talk: Experts reveal killer strategies for a post-pandemic business success
People from all walks of life, including business owners, have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Today’s Let’s Talk attempts to address the most pressing issue: how business leaders have adapted to a post-pandemic world. We will examine business attitudes and trends to determine the best-case scenario for success in […]
Social commerce: How marketplace technology can help you turn your online community into a cash cow
Selling digital advertising space is no longer the only way for community owners to monetise their audiences, writes Bradley Austin, VP of Sales APAC, Marketplacer. Dirt bikes, quilting, breeding Alaskan Malamutes, whatever your hobby or passion, it’s a fair bet there’s an online forum or group dedicated to just that […]
National Farmers Federation names its five key election demands
With the Federal Election locked in for 21 May, the National Farmers Federation has outlined its five key demands for both parties. “Despite the challenges of the past three years, farmers have continued to be the engine of the nation: keeping supermarket shelves stocked, jobs in place, and batting above […]
JOBS Act 4.0: U.S. Senate Republicans introduce new draft to aid SMEs, boost economic growth
Last week, Republicans on the Senate Banking Committee introduced JOBS Act 4.0, a bill commemorating the tenth anniversary of the JOBS Act. The proposal is intended to spur new business ventures by encouraging young firms to trade on public markets, protecting retail investors, and tailoring regulations to smaller firms. “The […]
Election 2022: AIIA wants a combined Digital Economy portfolio in the cabinet
The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) has urged the government formed following the May election to appoint a new Cabinet Minister for the Digital Economy. According to AIIA, it is necessary to broaden the scope of digital accountability within a single Minister’s portfolio. The peak body argues that this will […]
The rise and rise of Australia’s subscription economy
Fears that interest in subscription billing models would wane when the world reopened proved to be unfounded, meaning consumer behaviour has actually changed. The subscription economy’s star has undoubtedly risen over the past couple of years. Five years ago, only about half of Australian adults subscribed to a paid service, […]
New Carla Zampatti Scholarship for Young Women will support multicultural women in Australia
A new Australian Multicultural Foundation scholarship aims to support personal or business projects by Australian women of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. The annual Carla Zampatti Scholarship for Young Women will pledge $10,000 towards ventures, projects, or activities in education, business, sports, and social enterprise, among other categories. It celebrates […]