The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell welcomes the announcement by the Treasurer to introduce an Australian Business Securitisation Fund and facilitate further discussion on the development of an Australian…
… The impacts of natural disasters on small businesses can be devastating. These impacts can … streams. Recovering from this can take a heavy toll on small business owners, their employees, and the broader community. …
… the Greater Darwin area8, 74% (11,454) of the Territory’s small businesses were in Greater Darwin on 30 June 2023. The areas with the highest number of small businesses were: Darwin City (1,301 small businesses) Woolner – Bayview – Winnellie (998 small …
… Adelaide Over three quarters (76%) of South Australian small businesses were in Greater Adelaide on 30 June 2023. … The Greater Adelaide areas with the highest number of small businesses were: Adelaide City (12,024 small businesses), 87% of these were in Adelaide Onkaparinga …
… Funding to unlock investment barrier for small businesses 14 November 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell …
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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…
… AND APPOINTMENT OF REVIEWER 15 August 2023 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has … importance of accessible and effective dispute resolution under the Franchising Code, with approximately 15% of all …
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An increase in the national wage and higher superannuation payments are among a raft of changes starting on July 1 that small and family businesses must be aware of, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman.…
… are among a raft of changes starting on July 1 that small and family businesses must be aware of, says Bruce Billson, the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman. “With so many … will still be required to pay tax at other taxing points under a tax-deferred scheme, and this will need to be …
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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,…
… Western Sydney Women 17 November 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has … Western Sydney Women Awards, many of whom are outstanding small and family business owners. The awards, held virtually …
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… Small business borrowers urged to beware before taking out a loan (Prudent) The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Kate Carnell … office issued its second ever notice of refusal to mediate under section 74 of the Act, against lender Prudent Capital …
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… The impacts of natural disasters on small and family businesses can be devastating and can … streams. Recovering from this can take a heavy toll on small and family business owners, their employees, and the broader …
… The impacts of natural disasters on small and family businesses can be devastating and can … streams. Recovering from this can take a heavy toll on small and family business owners, their employees, and the broader …
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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… 3G switch-off warning for small, family and farming businesses 24 July 2024 Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson …
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… Widespread Growth The number of small businesses increased in all states and territories and … capital city and regional areas. Almost seven out of 10 small businesses (1.7 million) are in a greater capital city … Queensland and Tasmania had the highest proportion of small businesses located in regional areas. The top five …
… The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) has become aware that businesses trading under the REBL Corp banner have ceased operating based on …
… Adelaide Over three quarters (76%) of South Australian small businesses were in Greater Adelaide on 30 June 2023. … The Greater Adelaide areas with the highest number of small businesses were: Adelaide City (12,024 small businesses), 87% of these were in Adelaide Onkaparinga …
… Source: ABS Counts of Australian Business , Table 17, December 2023 and ASBFEO calculations … that are not registered for GST). A common definition of small business used by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) … Using this definition, 98% of Australian businesses are small businesses. The vast majority (92%) of these businesses …
… the Greater Darwin area8, 74% (11,454) of the Territory’s small businesses were in Greater Darwin on 30 June 2023. The areas with the highest number of small businesses were: Darwin City (1,301 small businesses) Woolner – Bayview – Winnellie (998 small …
… Six essential steps If you are thinking of starting a small business, here are 6 essential steps to consider: Starting … while building revenue – and then double it. Even when small businesses feel confident with detailed budgets and …
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says his office will closely monitor Woolworths’ planned acquisition of a controlling stake in PFD Food services (PFD), in regards to the impact it has on small businesses in…
… food distribution move 10 June 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson says … Food services (PFD), in regards to the impact it has on small businesses in the sector. Following the Australian …
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… About Policy The ASBFEO understand the challenges facing small and family business. We undertake a number of different activities to advocate for small businesses and family enterprises to improve policies …
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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…
… Mutual Fund proposal 04 June 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has … a Review of the Discretionary Mutual Fund proposed for small businesses in the amusement, leisure and recreation …
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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson welcomes the Government’s commitment to lowering costs for businesses through least cost routing.
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has released the Payments System Review…
… for least cost routing 01 September 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson … has passed and more decisive action is needed to stop small businesses and family enterprises paying more than they …
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… confusion The ASBFEO received a request for help from a small business owner whose business is based inside a hospital. The small business owner advised the ASBFEO that he believed …
… MSME Day World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day (MSME Day), held on … economy and our future prosperity. Everyone knows small businesses are doing it tough. Small businesses employ … jobs and contributed 41% of GDP. We need to ensure small business is an attractive option for people and create a …
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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.
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… Australian industry: Ombudsman 06 May 2021 The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has … the investment will encourage greater digital adoption by small and family businesses, to ensure they are globally …
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… Small Business Hub The Small Business Hub is a free space that provides small businesses, …
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… How Digital Marketing Providers can impress small business clients Almost 98% of all businesses in Australia are small and word travels fast. Here are some ways you can …
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… Mental health When you own a small and family business, your business is not the only thing you need to … to help manage the stressors involved in owning a small business. More Mental Health Resources for Small …
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… A Nation of Small and Family Businesses Almost 98% of all businesses are small businesses. There were 2,506,012 small businesses … or 7%, from the year before. A common definition of small business used by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are …