Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
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The Australian Small…
… seen pressure in some quarters. In other areas I think at times the underwriters, they can often be Lloyd's syndicates … seen pressure in some quarters. In other areas I think at times the underwriters, they can often be Lloyd's syndicates …
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The economic contribution of small business to the Australian economy has topped half a trillion dollars, according to a report released today by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
The value of small…
… economy has topped half a trillion dollars, according to a report released today by the Australian Small Business and … one-third of Australia’s GDP. The Small Business Matters report has been released to coincide with World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June. The report also shows that Australia’s 2.5 million small …
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Subject: 3G shutdown to affect small, family and farming businesses
Leon Delaney
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
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Subject: 3G shutdown to affect small, family and farming businesses
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Oliver Peterson.
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Subject: 3G switch-off warning for small, family and farming businesses
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… phone. So, let's think about that as three and a half times that glorious Optus Stadium of yours full of phone … phone. So, let's think about that as three and a half times that glorious Optus Stadium of yours full of phone …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with John Mackenzie.
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
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Subject: Small business…
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Income tax cuts, a rise in the minimum wage, updated information on tax deductions and increased superannuation payments are among changes coming into effect on 1 July, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman…
… to ensure that SG payments arrive on time, as processing times for payments made through a clearing house can vary and … to ensure that SG payments arrive on time, as processing times for payments made through a clearing house can vary and …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Budget 2024-25
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… the Small Business Debt Helpline, sadly, is a sign of the times. For many new customers aren't knocking their doors … the Small Business Debt Helpline, sadly, is a sign of the times. For many new customers aren't knocking their doors …
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the Australian Government’s $1.2 billion investment in the nation’s digital future, including the 30% tax offset for the video game industry.
Mr Billson…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the Australian Government’s $1.2 billion investment in the nation’s digital future, including the 30% tax offset for the video game industry.
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Elliott.
Radio 3AW
Subject: Insolvency figures, small business conditions…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Tom Elliott.
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Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman sat down with Nick Fox, Deloitte’s Payment Times Reporting Lead to discuss the recent release of the first Payment Times Reporting Register.
Below is a summary of the…
… Payment Times Reporting Scheme 10 March 2022 Bruce Billson, the … Enterprise Ombudsman sat down with Nick Fox, Deloitte’s Payment Times Reporting Lead to discuss the recent release of … Good business pays and the Register helps to encourage and report on that. Watch the full video here … Bruce Billson, …
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Disputes about being paid, trouble with a digital service provider, contract battles and franchise disagreements are the top four issues where small business have sought the help of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman over the…
… five requests for help from a small business related to a payment dispute while almost one-quarter of cases involved … make it difficult for a small business to pursue timely payment for their services. In one case a government … last after paying their bills and staff, so slow payment can needlessly amplify the risks of business …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
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17 January 2024
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Subject: Creating a Small Business and Codes List…
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has released a guide to help small business navigate the challenge of paying or collecting a debt.
“Outstanding debts can be overwhelming for a small business – whether…
… and this can become worse when they don’t receive a payment they were expecting.” Mr Billson said a first step … money may be to pay any part they can and offer to enter a payment plan for the remainder owed. “It demonstrates your … another small business, had not paid their $20,000 bill for 180 days. The delay, well beyond the usual payment …
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging Australians to celebrate World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June by saying thank you to small and family businesses for their…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging Australians to celebrate World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day on 27 June by saying thank you to small and family businesses for their…
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Ross Greenwood.
Business Now, Sky News
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
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Opinion piece by the Ombudsman Bruce Billson.
Originally published in the Canberra Times.
Mary runs a small civil construction business but one of her customers, another small business, had not paid their $20,000 bill for 180 days.
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… Bruce Billson. Originally published in the Canberra Times. Mary runs a small civil construction business but one … bill for 180 days. The delay, well beyond the usual payment terms of 30 days, was having significant flow-on … platform told her she needed to log in to her account to report that she was locked out of her account. Julie is one …
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Originally published in the Canberra Times on Monday, 27 May 2024.
Bruce Billson
Winning a government contract can be life-changing for a small business. As all businesses know, there is no substitute for good…
… 27 May 2024 Originally published in the Canberra Times on Monday, 27 May 2024. Bruce Billson Winning a … constructive and practical recommendations in our report handed to the government last December. These included … boost women-owned business opportunities and improve payment times. We found active stewardship is essential to …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Wood on Ultra 106five Hobart.
David Wood
Today is National Family Business Day, and to find out a little bit more about…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Wood on Ultra 106five Hobart.
David Wood
Today is National Family Business Day, and to find out a little bit more about…
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has extended the deadline for a survey of women who own and lead businesses.
“There has been a tremendous response so far - it is clear there is an appetite to engage…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has extended the deadline for a survey of women who own and lead businesses.
“There has been a tremendous response so far - it is clear there is an appetite to engage…
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New instant asset write-off thresholds, updated tax rules, increased superannuation payments and a rise in the minimum wage are among changes coming into effect on 1 July, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise…
… were first used or installed ready for use between March 2020 and 30 June 2023. From 1 July, assets valued at more … financial year. It also says employers are required to report pay as you go (PAYG) withholding information every … financial year. It also says employers are required to report pay as you go (PAYG) withholding information every …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Annie Guest.
ABC Radio AM Program
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… were about Meta, 17 per cent were directed at Uber for payment problems. So, the Small Business Ombudsman is calling … were about Meta, 17 per cent were directed at Uber for payment problems. So, the Small Business Ombudsman is calling …
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Laura Tchilinguirian.
ABC News Radio
Subject: Ombudsman’s guide for small business - using social media securely
Laura…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Laura Tchilinguirian.
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Subject: Ombudsman’s guide for small business - using social media securely
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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, is encouraging small businesses to adopt eInvoicing as a more secure and faster way of getting paid.“There are real opportunities for small business in engaging with…
… vulnerable to invoice substitution scams – also called payment redirection scams or business email compromise - … it lands in the customer's inbox, it looks legit and is a bill they were expecting so they pay it. The money goes to … Government for incentivising its use with faster payment times its suppliers,” he said. “For small and family …
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Natural disasters can be devastating for small and family businesses yet only one in four small businesses have a current business continuity plan, according to a report by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.…
… have a current business continuity plan, according to a report by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise … Natural Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Inquiry report, tabled in Federal Parliament today, found that taking … clarity and certainty of the support available.” The report finds governments at all levels and the business …
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has strongly backed a call from the Inspector-General of Taxation for the Australian Taxation Office to more consistently and transparently…
… Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman backs tax report 14 October 2021 The Australian Small Business and … appeal decisions. “This is a significant investigation and report by the Inspector-General of Taxation and Taxation … to help people as part of their Charter.” Ms Payne’s report called for the Tax Office to update the Taxpayers’ …
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The number of small business disputes with Big Tech platform providers is 86 per cent higher than the same time last year, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
Mr Billson said over the past…
The number of small business disputes with Big Tech platform providers is 86 per cent higher than the same time last year, according to the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
Mr Billson said over the past…
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