… for requesting a review of a decision under the CDDA scheme •    ongoing support and assistance until a decision … for requesting a review of a decision under the CDDA scheme •    ongoing support and assistance until a decision …

… Explore the potential benefits of a tax discount/offset scheme for new small business owners to allow them to keep … Explore the potential benefits of a tax discount/offset scheme for new small business owners to allow them to keep …

… for Detriment caused by Defective Administration (CDDA) scheme.  … for Detriment caused by Defective Administration (CDDA) scheme.  …

… mediation services. Under the Code, the dispute resolution scheme applies to disputes arising: where a wholesale … mediation services. Under the Code, the dispute resolution scheme applies to disputes arising: where a wholesale …

Originally published in The Canberra Times

By Bruce Billson

The Treasurer has released the agenda for the much-vaunted three-day Economic Reform Roundtable he is hosting in just a few short days (August 19 to 21), and there is feverish…

… businesses.    Mr Billson called for the entire scheme to be reconsidered – given its high compliance costs – … businesses.    Mr Billson called for the entire scheme to be reconsidered – given its high compliance costs – …

… debt recovery proceedings on farm mortgages. The scheme is administered by the Department of Economic … and Resources (DEDJTR). Under the Farm Debt Mediation Scheme mediation services are provided by the Victorian Small … (for general information on the  Farm Debt Mediation Scheme ): Phone:  13 61 86 Website:  …

… debt recovery proceedings on farm mortgages. The scheme is administered by the Department of Economic … and Resources (DEDJTR). Under the Farm Debt Mediation Scheme mediation services are provided by the Victorian Small … (for general information on the  Farm Debt Mediation Scheme ): Phone:  13 61 86 Website:  …

… but their customers,” Mr Billson said. “We can’t guarantee that every small business will succeed but it is … but their customers,” Mr Billson said. “We can’t guarantee that every small business will succeed but it is …

Originally published in the Canberra Times.

This week we celebrate World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day, which is a terrific opportunity to say a big thank you to the enterprising people who are the lifeblood of our communities.…

… an active organisation that supports and advocates for the SME sector. Small Business Mentoring Service  is an … & New Zealand is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee that is an independent voice in understanding the … tax and BAS agents and tax (financial) advisers. SME Assist  is designed to help small to medium enterprises …

… an active organisation that supports and advocates for the SME sector. Small Business Mentoring Service  is an … & New Zealand is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee that is an independent voice in understanding the … an active organisation that supports and advocates for the SME sector. Small Business Mentoring Service  is an …

… an opportunity to make a reasonable return, it does not guarantee a fixed rate of return. The statement would also … an opportunity to make a reasonable return, it does not guarantee a fixed rate of return. The statement would also …

… tax and BAS agents and tax (financial) advisers. SME Assist  is designed to help small to medium enterprises … service to keep you up-to-date with the latest SME Assist information. …

First published on Kochie’s Business Builders, 10 May 2023.

The Budget handed down on Tuesday night will help small businesses deal with some of the contemporary challenges they face as they prepare for a forecast lower rate of economic growth…

… have not materially improved since the commencement of the scheme”. Mr Billson said he welcomed Ms Jeffries’ call to … have not materially improved since the commencement of the scheme”. Mr Billson said he welcomed Ms Jeffries’ call to …

… highlighting the urgent need for a ‘confirmation of payee’ scheme to be introduced in Australia, noting similar programs … highlighting the urgent need for a ‘confirmation of payee’ scheme to be introduced in Australia, noting similar programs …

… dispute resolution (ADR), these processes are no guarantee that a satisfactory outcome can be achieved. We see … dispute resolution (ADR), these processes are no guarantee that a satisfactory outcome can be achieved. We see …

… and with important relationships intact.   ‘We can’t guarantee that every small business will succeed but it is … and with important relationships intact.   ‘We can’t guarantee that every small business will succeed but it is …

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…

… Craig Emerson to review the Payment Times Reporting Scheme introduced by the former government. Dr Emerson is … Craig Emerson to review the Payment Times Reporting Scheme introduced by the former government. Dr Emerson is …

… its effort on pursuing outstanding Superannuation Guarantee contributions or tax debts more generally. We also … its effort on pursuing outstanding Superannuation Guarantee contributions or tax debts more generally. We also …