In this video Ombudsman Bruce Billson discusses the role of our office.
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Australia’s small business owners are rapidly getting older as the proportion of younger entrepreneurs shrinks, according to research from the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.
Ombudsman Bruce Billson said the most…
… aged over 50,” Mr Billson said. “The Intergenerational Report being released by the Treasurer this week highlights … aged over 50,” Mr Billson said. “The Intergenerational Report being released by the Treasurer this week highlights …
Originally published in The Daily Telegraph
By Bruce Billson
The new Optus leadership needs to demonstrate it truly understands the economic pain the recent outage has inflicted on some small and family businesses.…
Originally published in The Daily Telegraph
By Bruce Billson
The new Optus leadership needs to demonstrate it truly understands the economic pain the recent outage has inflicted on some small and family businesses.…
… expert reports if necessary. The mediator is obligated to report back to the ASBFEO to advise that the mediation has … expert reports if necessary. The mediator is obligated to report back to the ASBFEO to advise that the mediation has …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has today launched a Review of the Discretionary Mutual Fund proposed for small businesses in the amusement, leisure and recreation sector unable to secure essential insurance…
… address insurance issues faced by the sector.” A final report is expected to be completed in August. … The … address insurance issues faced by the sector.” A final report is expected to be completed in August. … Ombudsman …
… mitigated by enhanced preparedness and resilience. The 2020 Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster … Recommendation 10.1 of the Royal Commission’s final report was that ‘State and Territory Governments should … the Ombudsman to undertake an Inquiry and provide a Report to the Minister by 18 March 2022. The Inquiry looked …
… mitigated by enhanced preparedness and resilience. The 2020 Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster … Recommendation 10.1 of the Royal Commission’s final report was that ‘State and Territory Governments should … the Ombudsman to undertake an Inquiry and provide a Report to the Minister by 18 March 2022. The Inquiry looked …
… Natural Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Inquiry Report • Executive Summary • Recommendations • Terms of … mitigated by enhanced preparedness and resilience. The 2020 Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster … Recommendation 10.1 of the Royal Commission’s final report was that ‘State and Territory Governments should …
… Natural Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Inquiry Report Executive Summary Recommendations Terms of Reference … mitigated by enhanced preparedness and resilience. The 2020 Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster … Recommendation 10.1 of the Royal Commission’s final report was that ‘State and Territory Governments should …
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…
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…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says small business tradespeople will be able to meet the demand for their skills wherever they are in Australia under new laws passed by the Senate.
The Australian…
… The Australian Government’s Mutual Recognition Amendment Bill 2021, will make it easier for skilled workers to take up … The Australian Government’s Mutual Recognition Amendment Bill 2021, will make it easier for skilled workers to take up …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says the significant reforms to the Franchising Code of Conduct announced by the Australian Government today will help level the playing field across the franchising sector.…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says the significant reforms to the Franchising Code of Conduct announced by the Australian Government today will help level the playing field across the franchising sector.…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has called on Australia Post to defer its plans to stop delivering perishable goods, saying this would be a crushing blow to small business producers.
Mr Billson says…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has called on Australia Post to defer its plans to stop delivering perishable goods, saying this would be a crushing blow to small business producers.
Mr Billson says…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson today welcomed the announcement by the Commonwealth Bank that it will automatically lower costs incurred by small businesses and family enterprises with a turnover of less than…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson today welcomed the announcement by the Commonwealth Bank that it will automatically lower costs incurred by small businesses and family enterprises with a turnover of less than…
Mature age workers may help ease staff shortages this festive season
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is encouraging small and family businesses to welcome applications from all-ages…
Mature age workers may help ease staff shortages this festive season
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is encouraging small and family businesses to welcome applications from all-ages…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the landmark decision of the Full Federal Court to make ‘a sufficient departure from the norms of acceptable commercial behaviour’ a test of whether conduct is ‘…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the landmark decision of the Full Federal Court to make ‘a sufficient departure from the norms of acceptable commercial behaviour’ a test of whether conduct is ‘…
Everyone’s a critic, but small businesses need kindly customers
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging people to refrain from posting negative online reviews, as short-staffed…
Everyone’s a critic, but small businesses need kindly customers
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging people to refrain from posting negative online reviews, as short-staffed…
Originally published in Kochie's Business Builder.
We rightly honour and respect people for the livelihoods they carve out and the contribution they make to workplaces and the economy. But what is often missed as a vital and valued path to…
Originally published in Kochie's Business Builder.
We rightly honour and respect people for the livelihoods they carve out and the contribution they make to workplaces and the economy. But what is often missed as a vital and valued path to…
MEDIA STATEMENT
Ombudsman to host feedback sessions in natural disaster-hit areas
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce Billson is set to visit…
MEDIA STATEMENT
Ombudsman to host feedback sessions in natural disaster-hit areas
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce Billson is set to visit…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has congratulated the winners of the Western Sydney Women Awards, many of whom are outstanding small and family business owners.
The awards, held virtually last night,…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has congratulated the winners of the Western Sydney Women Awards, many of whom are outstanding small and family business owners.
The awards, held virtually last night,…
MEDIA STATEMENT
Ombudsman welcomes red tape buster for tradies, licensed workers
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says small business…
MEDIA STATEMENT
Ombudsman welcomes red tape buster for tradies, licensed workers
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says small business…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has welcomed the Australian Government’s announcement of a review of the effectiveness of the regulatory framework that underpins the positive commercial…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has welcomed the Australian Government’s announcement of a review of the effectiveness of the regulatory framework that underpins the positive commercial…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to deliver tax breaks that will help small businesses have greater support, incentives and skills to grow.
The…
… eInvoicing software, hardware such as laptops and portable payment devices. “For a small business, the cost of training … eInvoicing software, hardware such as laptops and portable payment devices. “For a small business, the cost of training …
Originally published in Kochies Business Builder.
Many small and family businesses say their biggest and most pressing cost pressure is not wages, energy or even landlords putting up the rent; it’s insurance, writes Small…
… Mutual Fund. Why a Discretionary Mutual Fund is needed Our report called The Show Must Go On and subsequent further … was a rise in the number of insurance issues after the 2020 bushfires, mainly regarding property and related public … to obtain and risk appetites are low. In its 2022 annual report the Insurance Council of Australia indicated it would …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has warned small businesses there’s only one week left to take action to avoid their internet identity being sold to someone else.
“It is critical to act now to make…
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has warned small businesses there’s only one week left to take action to avoid their internet identity being sold to someone else.
“It is critical to act now to make…
… under the order. Minimum standards orders may include: payment terms deductions record-keeping (for matters … imprisonment, and/or a maximum fine of the greater of: 3 times the amount of the underpayment, if the court can …
… turn ads on or off and can remove or update advertising payment information. Have your account/s set up so that Meta … up an account, or already have one, create a separate payment method that is only used for your social media … to change your password and review recent login activity. Report your issue immediately with Meta and remember it may …
… Reform (Hayne Royal Commission Response - Better Advice) Bill 2021 [Provisions] Date Fri, 07/09/2021 - 12:00 File … Reform (Hayne Royal Commission Response - Better Advice) Bill 2021 [Provisions] pdf 841.44 KB Summary Senate Economics … Reform (Hayne Royal Commission Response - Better Advice) Bill 2021 [Provisions] … Senate Economics Legislation …