… Contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Small business accounts for nearly one-third of Australia’s GDP, … 2023, and ASBFEO calculations, private sector industry. Small business adds more value than other business sizes in … Small business accounts for nearly one-third of Australia’s …

… And work more hours... 61% of small business owners with 1 – 19 employees work 39 hours or more … in Australia is 38 hours per week). 35% of self-employed small business owners work 39 hours or more. Overall, 45% of … 61% of small business owners with 1 – 19 employees work 39 hours or …

… (72%) of apprentices and trainees in-training employed by small business were aged 24 and under in December 2023. These were mainly in the construction … (72%) of apprentices and trainees in-training employed by small business were aged 24 and under in December 2023. These …

… The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is … July 2022 changes to the Commonwealth Procurement Rules on small and family businesses. To help this inquiry we would … The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson …

… Source:  ABS Counts of Australian Business , Table 13, August 2025 and ASBFEO calculations … (GST). There were 2,729,648 businesses (active Australian Business Numbers (ABNS)) in scope in 2024-25. There were an … Source:  ABS Counts of Australian Business , Table 13, August 2025 and ASBFEO calculations …

… The ASBFEO responds to requests for assistance from small businesses and family enterprises that are in dispute … or Commonwealth Government agencies. If you are a Small Business operator in dispute with another business or … The ASBFEO responds to requests for assistance from small businesses and family enterprises that are in dispute …

… extracted on 27/08/2024. Industry of small business apprentices and trainees The industries with the highest proportion of small business’ apprentices and trainees in-training in … extracted on 27/08/2024. Industry of small business apprentices and trainees The industries with …

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… the franchisor or franchisee, significant changes to the business and dealing with disputes.  This is a business transaction so you can sign agreements with as … from bad conduct – it doesn’t protect you from bad business decisions. Invest in professional help. A lawyer who …

… the franchise agreement? Will it impact the value of your business and how it might be able to operate, if at all? Will … impacts on any premises lease? Will it trigger liability under personal guarantees? Is sale of the franchised business as a going concern a realistic option?   Consider …

… Register a business The  Business Registration Service , or BRS, is a free service … offers a simpler, clearer and faster way to register a business. BRS joins-up a range of existing Commonwealth … The  Business Registration Service , or BRS, is a free service … offers a simpler, clearer and faster way to register a business. BRS joins-up a range of existing Commonwealth …

… Table 1: Industry value added by business size Value added by business size 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23   $m % $m % $m % Small business (0-19 employees) 438,502 33 504,944 32 589,843 … insurance services. Totals may not sum due to rounding.   Small business (employing less than 20 people) added nearly …

… Updates from ASIC, Business Tasmania, Queensland Government and more ASIC … Sydney on 3 November 2022. One quarter of Australians under major financial stress: report A growing number of … sights. Cash flow uncertainty among top stress factors for small business owners Managing cash flow remains one of the …

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… should be able to show it is a proven and successful business model, and it is possible for a franchisee to make … the value it adds and support it provides through the business relationship.     Shared goals: Both franchisors and … should be able to show it is a proven and successful business model, and it is possible for a franchisee to make …

… for managing disputes. The steps for dispute resolution under the Code are outlined below. View the Franchising Code … a dispute pathway through a state-based service such as a Small Business Commissioner’s office.  We can guide to the … for managing disputes. The steps for dispute resolution under the Code are outlined below. …

… the following resources: Visit our Mental health checklist Small Business Debt Helpline – small business financial counsellors … in financial trouble | business.gov.au Getting your debt under control Getting urgent help with money if you are in a …

… SMEs are not directly subject to reporting requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 , they may be asked to … operate in and the GHG emissions they produce in their business.  Use the free business resources in the guide to find out more and help … operate in and the GHG emissions they produce in their business.  Use the free business resources in the guide to …

… with REBL Corp, Digital REBL or Media REBL 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 …

… the full commissioned report, Overcoming Challenges in Business-to-Business Relationships Between Australian Small Business Owners and Digital Marketing Service Providers … Service providers can better understand the needs of small businesses. … in Business-to-Business Relationships Between Australian Small Business Owners and Digital Marketing Service Providers …

… Industries Half of all small businesses are in four industries: Construction (18%) … Bureau of Statistics , customised data, 2022. Chart 4: Small businesses by industry, June 2022 % of small businesses in 2022 Source: ABS Counts of Australian Business 8165.0 , Table 17, August 2022 and ASBFEO …

… Small Business Matters report We depend heavily on the small and family- run businesses in our lives – whether it is … day. Check out some of the key statistics from our Small Business Matters report.  The full Small Business Matters … We depend heavily on the small and family- run businesses in our lives – whether it is …

… Review of the Fair Work Act small business employer definition Date Fri, 03/07/2025 - 12:00 … 250307 Fair Work Ombudsman Review of the Fair Work Act small business employer definition consultation paper.pdf pdf … Review of the Fair Work Act 2009 ‘small business employer’ definition …

… Industries Half of all small businesses are in four industries: Construction (18%) … Bureau of Statistics , customised data, 2022. Chart 4: Small businesses by industry, June 2022 Source: ABS Counts of Australian Business 8165.0 , Table 17, August 2022 and ASBFEO …

… 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 …

… is a contractual relationship between independent business owners. While a franchisee will likely work in the … they are not employees of the franchisor. It is a business arrangement where one party (the franchisor) grants … (the franchisee) permission and the right to operate a business using its established brand, systems, and processes …

… impacts of the Commonwealth Paid Parental Leave Scheme on small businesses and their employees Date Mon, 06/05/2023 - … impacts of the Commonwealth Paid Parental Leave Scheme on small businesses and their employees.pdf pdf 211.67 KB … impacts of the Commonwealth Paid Parental Leave Scheme on small businesses and their employees. …

… the Ombudsman Kate Carnell AO The Office of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) received a … . After unsuccessful attempts at pre-meditation, under subsection 71(4) of the Australian Small Business and … the Ombudsman Kate Carnell AO The Office of the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) …