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Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
ABC Radio Wide Bay
Subject: Small business…
… fees’ are charged by schemes, acquirers, and issuers (payment service providers) to facilitate card-based payments … and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) has prepared this report with insights from CMSPI Pty Ltd (CMSPI), a leading … competition in the debit card market by ensuring a payment is processed via the least-cost route. Merchants …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
ABC Radio Wide Bay
Subject: Small business…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with David Dowsett.
ABC Radio Wide Bay
Subject: Small business…
… Payment disputes Payment plan enables outstanding payment to be made A small business owner had an ongoing payment dispute with another business, which lasted over six …
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 …
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.
Mr Billson…
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.
Radio 3AW
Subject: Insolvency figures, small business conditions…
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, …
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 …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
17 January 2024
Leon…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
Radio 2CC Canberra
17 January 2024
Leon…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
2CC Radio Canberra
Subject: Creating a Small Business and Codes List…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Leon Delaney.
2CC Radio Canberra
Subject: Creating a Small Business and Codes List…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
ABC Radio South East NSW
Subject: Regional bank branch…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Isla Evans.
ABC Radio South East NSW
Subject: Regional bank branch…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Ross Greenwood.
Business Now, Sky News
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Ross Greenwood.
Business Now, Sky News
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
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…
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 …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson interview with Stephen Cenatiempo.
Radio 2CC Canberra
Subject: Supermarket inquiry, Federal…
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 …
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’ …
Many small businesses say they feel excluded from the chance to tender for Australian Government procurement contracts because they are not part of the ‘in-crowd’ or find the process too hard to navigate, says the Australian Small Business and Family…
… has been extended until 15 September. Mr Billson’s report will be handed to the government in December. MEDIA … has been extended until 15 September. Mr Billson’s report will be handed to the government in December. MEDIA …
Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has called on digital platform providers to dramatically improve their dispute resolution processes for small business.
Mr Billson said there has been a noticeable…
… involving digital platform providers, and since July 2020 the Ombudsman has taken on more 236 cases involving … with scammers only removing them once they receive payment. “Most disturbingly, there are commercial service … with scammers only removing them once they receive payment. “Most disturbingly, there are commercial service …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman has reached the milestone of helping 40,000 small businesses seeking assistance with a dispute.
Ombudsman Bruce Billson said this was a significant moment for the agency.
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… The latest data, published in the ASBFEO Quarterly Report, reveals 26% of cases relate to digital services. “The … about the Tax Concierge Service and the Quarterly Report. MEDIA CONTACT: 0448 467 178 … The Australian Small … The latest data, published in the ASBFEO Quarterly Report, reveals 26% of cases relate to digital services. “The …
Originally published by The Canberra Times.
WHEN Paul, the proprietor of Zenbar Massage, was setting up his remedial massage business in Dickson last year, one of his early priorities was to promote his service.
After…
… 01 August 2023 Originally published by The Canberra Times. WHEN Paul, the proprietor of Zenbar Massage, was … the marketing service and within two months negotiated the payment of all the funds owed to Paul. Having the ombudsman … the marketing service and within two months negotiated the payment of all the funds owed to Paul. Having the ombudsman …
The public rightly expects any personal information collected and stored by businesses - whether they are large or small - will be protected, says the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
Mr. Billson…
… reforms around cyber risk management, Digital ID, payment times, deepening the digital engagement of small business and … reforms around cyber risk management, Digital ID, payment times, deepening the digital engagement of small …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has launched an Inquiry to examine the impact of reforms to Commonwealth procurement rules on small business.
The Inquiry was referred to the Ombudsman by the Minister…
… be sent to inquiries@asbfeo.gov.au by 1 July 2023. A final report with recommendations will be given to the Australian … be sent to inquiries@asbfeo.gov.au by 1 July 2023. A final report with recommendations will be given to the Australian …
Small business owners are being urged by the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, to be on high alert to the rising number of criminals who may try to impersonate their business or a government agency such as the…
… he said. “Scammers may sign you up for a single or monthly payment which they take from your credit card but they … a scam should contact the new National Anti-Scam Centre’s ‘Report a Scam’ page on their website … he said. “Scammers may sign you up for a single or monthly payment which they take from your credit card but they …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has implored small businesses to take urgent action to safeguard their brand and identity on the internet or risk seeing impersonators, web-name ‘campers’ or cyber criminals…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has implored small businesses to take urgent action to safeguard their brand and identity on the internet or risk seeing impersonators, web-name ‘campers’ or cyber criminals…
Ombudsman welcomes review of Banking Code Compliance Committee
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the final report of the independent review of the Banking Code Compliance…
… Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the final report of the independent review of the Banking Code … the committee with expertise in small business. The final report also includes a recommendation to revitalise the … strategy and planning inquiries “We welcome the final report of the independent review of the BCCC, noting the …
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 the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson.
“In…
… Natural Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Inquiry report included 16 recommendations. “It is clear from our … clarity and certainty of the support available.” The report found that governments at all levels and the business … disasters.” Among the recommendations and findings, the report says: There should be a “certainty of response” for …
Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, is calling on the community to join him today in saying a big thank you to the women and men running our small and family businesses.
Mr Billson said World Micro, Small…
… not overlook their own mental health during such difficult times. “This can feel unrelenting, and it is vitally … not overlook their own mental health during such difficult times. “This can feel unrelenting, and it is vitally …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging shoppers to spend big with small businesses this weekend, with Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales predicted to smash records.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging shoppers to spend big with small businesses this weekend, with Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales predicted to smash records.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday…