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Bushfire assistance for small and family business
Friday, January 10, 2020
All levels of government are working to support small and family businesses survive and recover from the current bushfires. It is important that you seek support as soon as possible.
Read MoreOmbudsman welcomes Dairy Code dispute resolution function
Monday, January 6, 2020
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Kate Carnell says her office is now offering assistance with disputes that fall within the Dairy Code of Conduct.
Read MoreInsolvency Practices Inquiry reveals small business pain points
Friday, December 20, 2019
Ombudsman Kate Carnell says the Insolvency Practices Inquiry has heard a vast number of harrowing small business stories, shining a light on the failures of the insolvency system as well as the challenges faced by industry professionals.
Read MoreBanking Code still unfair to small business: Ombudsman
Wednesday, December 18, 2019
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell has a range of concerns about the newly approved version of the Banking Code of Practice.
Read MoreOmbudsman backs unfair contract term protections for small business
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell has welcomed the opportunity to advocate for stronger unfair contract term protections for small businesses.
Read MoreColes’ digital transformation should translate into quicker payment times
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Ombudsman Kate Carnell has welcomed Coles Group’s announcement of adopting world-class core finance and procurement platforms, saying this should translate into quicker payment times for SMEs.
Read MoreMYEFO spreads Christmas cheer to small businesses
Monday, December 16, 2019
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell has welcomed the mid-year budget update, saying it contains some welcome gifts for small businesses.
Read MoreOmbudsman recommends sweeping changes to R&D Tax Incentive administration
Thursday, December 12, 2019
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell is recommending a suite of reforms to the administration of the R&DTI, as part of a comprehensive report released today.
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