Business
Business Interruption Insurance: Who Is It For?
15 June
A crucial though sometimes overlooked safeguard, business interruption insurance provides financial protection for companies facing unexpected disruptions. But who exactly is it for? The short answer: any business that wants to ensure continuity in...[Read More]
Four types of commercial insurance your business needs
8 June
Whether you’re a business owner, supplier, or contractor, commercial insurance is essential to safeguard both your company and staff. With commercial insurance, your business and company assets are protected from certain risks like accidents or...[Read More]
10 Benefits of Doing Something You Love Every Day
8 June
Engaging in activities that you love is not only enjoyable but also offers a multitude of benefits that can enrich your life in various ways. So, if you’re on the fence about indulging one or some of your life’s passions, here are some...[Read More]
Dealing With Higher Inflation: Strategies to Thrive Amidst Rising Costs
1 June
The cost of living continues to rise, and many are feeling the pinch. However, there are ways to navigate and adapt to this challenging financial landscape. If you’re looking for practical solutions and workarounds to help you tackle higher...[Read More]
Quality Trumps Cost Every Time
11 May
Like other well-known fashion houses that have stood the test of time, Gucci is an iconic brand that has always been focused on quality. From the leather bags they made for saddles in the 1920s to the clothes and accessories the brand is known for...[Read More]
Do You Own a Business or Does Your Business Own You?
27 April
Given a chance, most people would love to own a business and be their own boss. If you have a great product or service concept, the thought of building your own company from scratch can be very attractive. After all, who doesn’t want to be the...[Read More]
Women gradually cracking the glass ceiling
25 January
Women are still woefully under-represented in top jobs but female leaders are becoming more common in Australia’s economic and financial institutions. Within Treasury, the government department responsible for economic policy, the federal budget...[Read More]
Time management: The meaning, importance and benefits
19 January
It is often said that ‘Time and tide wait for no one.’ Therefore, to achieve success in life, one needs to develop a deep appreciation for time. Anyone can benefit from time management — whether in school, in the office or with life in...[Read More]
What you can do to protect yourself as scams evolve
28 December
In 2022, Australians fell victim to investment and cryptocurrency-related scams, losing $242.5 million (US$166 million). In the United Kingdom (UK), a total of over £2.3 billion was lost in 2021 because of various scams, including online shopping,...[Read More]
Insurance for the tradie — essential cover for your business
14 December
Tradespeople provide the wiring, plumbing, plastering, building, and other services that keep us connected to each other, comfortably warm or cool, and living in safe, well-constructed homes. Some tradies also work to keep properties or landscapes...[Read More]
Mixed outlook for agriculture in 2023
14 December
It’s a mixed outlook for agriculture in the coming year, with grains and lamb expected to perform well while the number of dairy farmers leaving the industry takes a toll. Rural Bank’s 2023 outlook also listed global economic challenges and...[Read More]
Businesses forced to show emissions action
14 December
Big businesses will be forced to divulge their efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and manage climate risk under the Albanese government’s new green investment rules. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said an Australian climate risk disclosure framework...[Read More]
Seven tax planning strategies for small business
19 October
Tried-and-Tested Tax Planning Strategies for Small Businesses Every dollar counts in business, especially for small enterprises. Therefore, you need to find ways to minimise your tax liability in addition to optimising income or profit. With a small...[Read More]
Energy users face more ‘extreme events’
12 October
Electricity blackouts and crippling price spikes won’t be solved by new solar and wind farms alone, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) warns. AEMO CEO Daniel Westerman has used a business summit to argue for the so-called capacity...[Read More]
Plastic cup ban in force in WA
5 October
The sale or supply of single-use plastic cups for cold drinks has been banned in Western Australia. The ban, in force from Saturday, follows a similar move against other single-use plastics, including plates, cutlery, and straws earlier this...[Read More]