The value of Aussie agricultural production is forecast to remain high despite bushfires and prolonged drought, with overseas demand balancing drought-related falls in farm output and incomes.
Australian economy grows 0.5%
Australian economy grows 0.5%
The Australian economy grew 0.5 per cent in seasonally adjusted chain volume terms in the December quarter 2019 and 2.2 per cent through the year, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
ATO’s new weapon to battle tax debts
ATO’s new weapon to battle tax debts
Using the ATO ‘as a bank’ by not paying tax commitments on time comes with new risks for SMEs.
$106B critical infrastructure protection market
$106B critical infrastructure protection market
In upcoming years, the global Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) market and industry are forecast to go through major technology shifts; it is expected to reach $106 billion in 2025.
NSW businesses to benefit as payroll tax measures take effect
NSW businesses to benefit as payroll tax measures take effect
Hundreds of millions of dollars will remain in the hands of NSW businesses from April 7 2020, giving them much needed cash flow and allowing them more scope to retain employees, with the NSW Government’s payroll tax assistance beginning to take effect.
Here’s how to protect yourself from COVID-19 themed cyber scams
Here’s how to protect yourself from COVID-19 themed cyber scams
An overload of COVID-19 communication sets the perfect scene for malicious actors, says a UNSW cybersecurity expert. With a full lockdown looming, working remotely is expected to be the new norm for many professionals. But for many organisations, working outside a secure office environment could lead to vulnerabilities in the maintenance of IT systems that […]
Time frames need to be set for all restrictions
Time frames need to be set for all restrictions
“The decision by NSW to set a 90 day time limit on social distancing rules is welcome and should be adopted across the country and with restrictions of all kinds,” Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the national employer association Ai Group said.
Extended hours for NSW building sites will save jobs
Extended hours for NSW building sites will save jobs
NSW Planning & Public Spaces Minister Rob Stokes should be commended for his decision to bring in new rules to allow construction sites to operate on weekends and public holidays during the COVID-19 pandemic, said David Bare Executive Director of HIA NSW.
JobKeeper package a survival kit for small businesses
JobKeeper package a survival kit for small businesses
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell has welcomed the $130 billion JobKeeper package announced by the federal government today (30 March 2020).
Joint Statement from the Australian Industry Group and the Australian Workers’ Union
Joint Statement from the Australian Industry Group and the Australian Workers’ Union
The Australian Workers Union (AWU) and Ai Group are joining forces to urge that every effort is made to ensure Australian manufacturing businesses remain safe and can continue to supply the needs of Australian households, businesses, community organisations and health providers.