… is an awful lot of technology and equipment we use every day that's enabled by 3G as the wireless comms link and that … dysfunction they may face.” With 12 days to shutdown, time for small business to check older-style EFTPOS … way it allows us to get on with business. “It would be terrible if the first time you learn it runs on 3G is when …

… importance of their issues and the need for the issues to be examined and actioned by the regulator. We currently refer … the ACCC for its attention to help ensure that unnecessary time does not elapse, which may cause additional harm to … conduct and practices. “Small businesses suffer in real time when concerning conduct occurs so obviously a vital test …

… Tradies and sub-contractors to be paid on time and in full, in ‘fairer go’ for construction … Government’s response to the Murray Review of Security of Payment Laws, and welcomes the announcement of further action … Government’s response to the Murray Review of Security of Payment Laws, and welcomes the announcement of further action …

… the board table – celebrating National Family Business Day 17 September 2024 The Australian Small Business and … all Australians to celebrate National Family Business Day on Thursday 19 September. “It’s a great moment to reflect … services businesses in your community and often it will be family owned and led. “Some of our most enduring …

… Help small businesses thrive this MSME Day 26 June 2025 The Australian Small Business and Family … and relentless personal commitment to succeed at a time when many are doing it tough right now.  “Our economic … livelihood opportunities and community wellbeing would be so much less without the extraordinary contribution and …

… Payment Times Reporting Scheme 10 March 2022 Bruce Billson, … Enterprise Ombudsman sat down with Nick Fox, Deloitte’s Payment Times Reporting Lead to discuss the recent release of … positive role played by the Register to help reduce the time it takes to pay small business suppliers Some large …

… of paying or collecting a debt. “Outstanding debts can be overwhelming for a small business – whether you are owed … and this can become worse when they don’t receive a payment they were expecting.” Mr Billson said a first step … days.  The delay, well beyond the usual payment terms of 30 days, was having significant flow-on consequences for Mary …

… two crucial tax breaks announced in last year’s budget. “Time is running out with just six weeks until the end of the … to that amount for eligible assets between 1 July 2023 and 30 June 2024.  (The Treasurer announced in this week’s budget the scheme would be extended to 30 June 2025.) Without legislation authorising …

… of family owned businesses on National Family Business Day, 19 September 18 September 2025 Family owned businesses … end of the day and they are often investing their energy, time, and personal funds, to make it work. Financial and … business decisions are also family decisions there can be an added layer of emotion. What one family member thinks …

… Small business conditions show modest improvement for first time since 2022 27 May 2025 May 2025 Small Business Pulse Key … for ASBFEO’s help reflect these cash flow concerns. Payment disputes continue to be the most common dispute our office assists with. Payment …

… economic debate. ASBFEO Ombudsman Bruce Billson says it’s time for the nation to “see” sole traders more clearly. “Sole … in the transport, postal and warehousing sector were payment related — a stark reminder of their vulnerability in … the true scale and diversity of sole traders. Fairer payment practices to protect those most exposed to late or …

… small and family business ahead of International Women’s Day.    “More than half a million Australian women say their … half reported strong opportunities for growth. At the same time, only five per cent said they faced no barriers to … their business,” said Mr Billson.   Access to finance can be a challenge for many small business owners, but women …

… operations.  “ASBFEO was established to change that – to be an advocate and ally, and a practical problem solver. … assistance function provides direct assistance with payment, contract, franchise, digital platform and other … is, small business owners are not well resourced, often time-poor and wear multiple hats just to keep the business …

… quarterly increase, and is 1.2% higher than the same time last year.  Small business owners are actively exploring … quarterly increase. It increased 1.2% compared to the same time last year.  The Australian Small Business and Family … – because the consequences of getting it wrong can be severe.  “Despite these pressures, many small businesses …

… quarterly increase. It increased 0.5% compared to the same time last year. There is strong momentum amongst small … quarterly increase. It increased 0.5% compared to the same time last year. The Australian Small Business and Family … as tax deductions [6] . Regulators’ terminology can also be confusing for entrepreneurs. For example, confusion on …

… platform providers is 86 per cent higher than the same time last year, according to the Australian Small Business … your account shut down after being hacked – solving it can be a nightmare.  “These platforms require a time and resource-poor small business to navigate the most …

… of franchising data sets. The Ombudsman will also be given the power to name and shame franchisors who have not … discourage big business from using their muscle to force time and resource-poor small business to have no alternative … but to seek redress in court – an expensive and time-consuming pathway they almost always cannot afford to …

… Australian small business selling online warned to be aware of US copyright laws 09 October 2024 The Australian … been issued against an Australian homewares business every time they advertised. That led to Shopify shutting down their store each time until it was resolved, but that caused the Australian …

… commercial matters, particularly where industry codes may be involved. ‘It is pleasing that the Government has expanded … and empowering this kind of low-cost legal advice can be for an unrepresentative small business disputing a tax … 2016, ASBFEO has helped over 50,000 small businesses. At a time when most small businesses are facing many headwinds, I …

… farming businesses take action to find out if they will be affected and if so, upgrade their technology before … farm gates and many other wireless operating systems may be affected. Mr Billson emphasised that telecommunications … farming businesses take action to find out if they will be affected and if so, upgrade their technology before …

… to further support small and family business at a time when many are reporting really challenging trading … to further support small and family business at a time when many are reporting really challenging trading …

… “I hope this new feature on our website, which can be activated by one simple click, will make it easier for … In almost two-thirds of these cases, the issue was about a payment dispute.” The translation feature is clearly located … In almost two-thirds of these cases, the issue was about a payment dispute.” The translation feature is clearly located …

… supply chain for large businesses or government, they may be asked to provide this information, especially if they are … a guide to help SMEs understand what information they may be asked by larger businesses they supply to, regarding their … within their business. “I encourage SMEs to take the time to read the guide and become familiar with …

… independent retailers have been losing market share over time. The ASBFEO’s experience accords with the ACCC’s … family business economy back on the right trajectory, to be able to fully realise its potential to contribute to … independent retailers have been losing market share over time. The ASBFEO’s experience accords with the ACCC’s …

… in ASBFEO’s 14 steps to energise enterprise at this time of a surge in insolvencies, a reduction in the economic … taking on their first employee. “Small business needs to be front of mind for our policy makers and regulators. We … said. “Broad consultation with small businesses will be important to ensure that the proposed banning of …

… a small business has become harder than it needs to be. “Small businesses are doing the heavy lifting in every … and complexity. “A small business first mindset should be adopted where every new policy and program is first be tested through a small business lens, so we are not …

… into ‘a take it or leave it’ contract they would likely be in breach of the unfair contract terms laws. But by not … into ‘a take it or leave it’ contract they would likely be in breach of the unfair contract terms laws. But by not …